The Utah Mammoth are set to host the NHL's Winter Classic in 2027. This news was announced at a press conference featuring NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, Mammoth owners Ryan and Ashley Smith, and forward Logan Cooley. The game will take place at Rice-Eccles Stadium on the University of Utah's campus
Utah is in for a quick snow burst on Thursday morning. The National Weather Service has warned of winter weather advisories for the state's mountains and northern valleys. This comes after a year that has seen very little snow. Meteorologist Hayden Mahan from the Salt Lake City office predicts 6 to
Nate Bargatze is taking a big step back from his podcast to dive into new adventures. After nearly five years and almost 300 episodes of "The Nateland Podcast, " he's ready to focus on movies, TV shows, and even a theme park. He wants to create things that families can enjoy together. The podcast i
A man named Tyler Robinson stood before a judge in a Utah courtroom. He was there because he is accused of a serious crime. He is said to have killed Charlie Kirk, a well-known political figure, back in September. This was Robinson's first time appearing in person since his arrest. Robinson looked
Utah's lawmakers had a busy night. They tackled a few big issues, like the controversial congressional map and a union-related bill. The congressional map was a hot topic because a judge had already stepped in and made changes. The lawmakers decided to fight back against this decision. One of the c
The University of Utah is making a big move to pump money into its sports teams. They're teaming up with a private equity firm to create a new company. This company will handle all the business stuff related to sports, like selling tickets, making deals, and licensing. The goal is to raise at least
In 2025, University of Utah Health made a big leap in research funding. They got over $531 million, which is a huge deal. This money helps them do important research, train future scientists, and make a difference in health care. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) gave them the most money, ove
Utah's system for citizen-led initiatives is often compared to California's, but this is misleading. The truth is, Utah's process is much more controlled and cautious. First, let's talk about the hurdles. To get an initiative on the ballot, sponsors need to collect a lot of signatures. We're talkin
Utah's redistricting process has been a rollercoaster of political maneuvering and public advocacy. It all started with a simple question: why should lawmakers draw their own districts? This question sparked a movement that would change Utah's political landscape forever. In 2000, Utah's Democratic
In Utah, a group of determined citizens took a stand for fair voting. They wanted maps that truly represent the people, not just political parties. Proposition 4 was a big win in 2018. It set rules for fair maps and created a commission to draw them. But the state legislature ignored this and made t
