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University of Utah football player Britain Covey (18) runs the ball to the endzone in the Utes' comeback win against Washington State University on Dec. 18, 2020 in Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. (Photo by Jack Gambassi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Football Adds Former USC Wide Receiver Munir McClain

By Ethan Pearce, Sports Editor June 2, 2021

  The University of Utah football team added another big transfer Wednesday evening, picking former USC wide receiver Munir McClain out of the portal. McClain joins recent pickups such as Washington...

A tent city built by the homeless in Salt Lake City on Sunday, May 30, 2021. (Photo by Brooklyn Critchley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Shadley: Utah Must Raise the Minimum Wage

By Will Shadley, Opinion Writer June 2, 2021

  The United States established the minimum wage in 1938 with the Fair Labor Standards Act, designed to create a minimum standard of living for all workers. That aim assumes that workers should...

Ashton and Jordan Peterson enjoying the water at Hot Springs Pool in Saratoga Springs, UT on May 29, 2021. (Photo by Silvana Peterson | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Soter: How to Re-Enter the Post-Pandemic World Confidently

By Theadora Soter, Multimedia Managing Editor June 2, 2021

  In early April, I received my second dose of the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine. By mid-April, I reached immunity, and many of my tightest coronavirus chains were finally released. After living a year...

The cast of "Friends" during their reunion special on HBO Max. (Courtesy YouTube)

‘Friends: The Reunion’ Full of Nostalgia and Surprise

By Makena Reynolds, Arts Writer June 2, 2021

  “Friends” was the series that changed the blueprint of sitcoms forever. While it garnered a cult following during its years on air, its resurgence in popularity, due in part to streaming...

"Half the World Away" book cover. (Design by Lily Wilson | Courtesy Rebecca Banks)

‘Half the World Away’ is an Atmospheric Debut Romance Novel

By Whit Fuller, Arts Writer June 2, 2021

  As an avid bookworm, I pride myself on reading from a variety of perspectives and genres. When I was given the chance to read and review Rebecca Banks' debut novel “Half the World Away” —...

Julianne Liu gives her 2021 HIP Talks speech titled, "Again and again and again." (Courtesy Julianne Liu)

2021 HIP Talks Grand Prize Winner Highlights Asian American Hate

By Porshai Nielsen, Investigative Editor June 1, 2021

  "Our crescent-shaped eyes are swelling shut from the violent and verbal attacks of bloodied and bloodless battles, streaming tears as we hear the latest story and attack ... We are the prodigal...

(Graphic by Cyan Larson | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Alexander: We Need Critical Race Theory

By CJ Alexander, Special Projects Managing Editor June 1, 2021

  It’s been one year since George Floyd died and our nation demanded an end to police brutality against Black people. Our institutions, policies, laws and daily lives came under scrutiny as we...

Dreamscapes Rainbow wall. (Photo by Luke Jackson | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Dream With Your Eyes Open at New ‘Dreamscapes’ Location

By Luke Jackson May 31, 2021

  "Dreamscapes," a popular immersive art experience, reopened its doors in a bigger location this February. Still located in The Gateway in downtown Salt Lake City, this new location expands and...

Murray Matravers and the members of Easy Life pose for "Life's a Beach." (Courtesy UMG)

Easy Life’s Frontman Murray Matravers on Debut Album ‘Life’s a Beach’

By Hannah Keating, Arts Editor May 31, 2021

  “Life’s a Beach” is the newest album release from Universal Music Group's Island Records, which hit streaming services on May 28 as the debut of UK-based indie band Easy Life. In a recent...

Crime scene tape. (Photo by Kat Wilcox | Courtesy Pexels)

Cushman: Stop Using Junk Science in the Courtroom

By KC Ellen Cushman, Opinion Writer May 31, 2021

  In 1985, Robert Lee Stinson was convicted of raping and murdering a 63-year-old woman based on so-called expert testimony that his bite matched a mark on the victim’s body. He spent over 23...