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Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, Democratic challenger Brian King and Libertarian challenger J. Robert Latham debate at Salt Lake Community College on Sept. 11, 2024. (Photo Courtesy of Teresa Chaikowsky | The Globe Newspaper)

Utah’s Fiery 2024 Gubernatorial Debate

Incumbent Republican Gov. Spencer Cox, Democratic challenger Rep. Brian King, and Libertarian candidate Robert Latham each presented their vision for the state.
By Emerson Hagy, News Editor | September 13, 2024

  This story is published as part of U.S. Democracy Day and the Utah College Media Collaborative, a cross-campus project bringing together emerging journalists from Salt Lake Community College,...

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Over 900 Faculty, Staff Condemn U’s Resource Center Closures

Faculty expressed frustration over the U's inconsistent messaging and concern for student well-being after the closure of three resource centers on campus.
By Emerson Hagy, News Editor | September 12, 2024

  On July 24, hundreds of University of Utah faculty and staff signed a letter that was submitted to the university's administrators. The letter condemned the abrupt closure of several campus resource...

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‘The Rings of Power’ Season 2 is a Beautiful Mess

While the series excels in its production, the writing leaves much to be desired, raising concerns about its long-term appeal.
By Jansen Heaton, Arts Writer | September 12, 2024

  "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" is a visually stunning series with a remarkable score by Bear McCreary and a well-chosen cast that brings the world of Middle-Earth to life. The show's...

Laura Seymour and Mina Brown at the welcome desk at the ASUU offices in the Ray A. Olpin Student Union on the University of Utah Campus, Salt Lake City, UT on Thursday, July 13, 2017.

The Culture and Belonging Board Works to Represent Students on Campus

Previously known as the Diversity Board, ASUU's Culture and Belonging Board helps struggling affinity clubs on campus and is dedicated to providing every student at the U with a safe environment.
By Josi Hinds, News Editor | September 12, 2024

  ASUU launched the Culture and Belonging Board in August. Previously known as the Diversity Board, the new board "works to ensure that the University provides a safe environment for all students,"...

The Union's Center for Community and Cultural Engagement displays a shrine for the LGBT Resource Center, a student support organization shut down following the passage of HB 261. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Faculty, Staff, Students Offer Support After H.B. 261

After H.B. 261 shut down several resource centers on campus, faculty, staff and students have worked to create new inclusive and safe spaces for U of U's campus community.
By Kate Keith, News Writer | September 12, 2024

  This story is published as part of U.S. Democracy Day and the Utah College Media Collaborative, a cross-campus project bringing together emerging journalists from Salt Lake Community College,...

Michael Keaton in “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” Courtesy of Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

The Juice is Loose in ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’

A whimsically spooky return to the afterlife, with a story lost in limbo.
By Isra Habib, Assistant Arts Editor | September 11, 2024

  “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is a comedic, visually thrilling sequel that resurrects Tim Burton’s quirky aesthetic back to life. With Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder returning to this iconic...

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Opinion: SLC Keeps Third Places Alive

We must preserve the third places that Salt Lake City offers us to fight the dangers of loneliness.
By Samantha Reagan, Opinion Writer | September 11, 2024

  Third places are places other than work or home where people gather and interact. They can be coffee shops, libraries, parks, bars or shopping centers, to name a few. Across the country,...

Representative Celeste Maloy discusses federalism's presence in permitting policy.

Rep. Celeste Maloy Talks Federalism at 2024 Congressional Series

Maloy advocated for finding a balance between federal and state jurisdiction. She also discussed guidance letters and federal land use.
By Alina Walker, Assistant News Editor | September 10, 2024

  This story is published as part of U.S. Democracy Day and the Utah College Media Collaborative, a cross-campus project bringing together emerging journalists from Salt Lake Community College,...

Utah forward Kennedy Schoennauer (14) in the game versus Utah Valley Wolverines at Ute Soccer Field in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Wednesday, Aug.30, 2023. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Soccer Draws With LSU, Shutout by Utah Valley

Taliana Kaufusi scored early in Thursday's match with LSU, and the Utes were held scoreless on Sunday against the Wolverines.
By Jonah Marriott, Sports Writer | September 9, 2024

  Following a split series versus Utah State and Weber State, the University of Utah Women’s Soccer team (2-2-2) returned for two matches this week. On Thursday, they traveled to Baton Rouge,...

The University of Utah Women's Volleyball takes on the BYU Cougars at the Jon. M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Sept. 15 2022.

Utah Volleyball Takes First Loss of the Season to Nationally Ranked Purdue

The Utes started out strong, but the Boilermaker offense ultimately outlasted the red and white to take home the win in straight sets.
By Sean Stetson, Sports Writer | September 8, 2024

   The Utah Volleyball team suffered their first loss of the season to the No. 8 ranked Purdue Boilermakers in straight sets 3-0 (27-29, 20-25, 13-25) Friday night at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. The...