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Opinion: Keep schools non-partisan

Educational and school district matters do not fall along party lines.
By Emma Thompson, Opinion Writer | February 21, 2026

  Local school boards play one of the most important roles in our communities. HB 256 would fundamentally change how these boards function by converting school board elections from nonpartisan...

ASUU presidential candidates Erica Stringham, Ray Baker and Carol Hand speak at The Daily Utah Chronicle X ASUU Debate on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. (Photo by Luca DiGregorio | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

ASUU hosts final presidential debate

On Thursday, Feb. 19, ASUU hosted its annual presidential debate, in which the three tickets — Hand, Sunshine and Stringham — presented their platforms to student voters.
By Teanna Sorensen-Starr, Editor In Chief | February 20, 2026

  On Thursday, Feb. 19, in the Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU) hosted their final debate for the 2026-2027 executive leadership positions. The final three tickets — Sunshine,...

The University of Utah women's softball team takes the field against the SDSU Aztecs on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

Utah softball goes 4-1 in Silicon Valley Classic

The Utes did well in their third tournament of the season, winning 5 out of 6 games in many nail-biting games.
By Luke Skinner, Sports Writer | February 18, 2026

  This weekend, the Utes Softball team traveled to Santa Clara and San Jose. They returned home winners of five of six games, competing against California, Santa Clara, Illinois State, San Jose...

Makenna Smith on vault against BYU on Feb. 13, 2026 at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. (Photo by Sean Stetson | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Red Rocks break through with 198.025 in rivalry win over BYU

Utah gymnastics beat BYU with their best performance of the season, scoring a 198.025 in the latest chapter of the storied rivalry.
By Sean Stetson, Sports Writer | February 17, 2026

  The Red Rocks did not just beat BYU on Friday night. They broke through. No. 12 Utah posted its first 198 of the season, defeating No. 23 BYU 198.025 to 196.025 at the Jon M. Huntsman Center in...

The Matheson Courthouse in downtown Salt Lake City. (Courtesy of The Daily Utah Chronicle archives)

Court Amendments bill passed, despite judiciary’s opposition

SB 134 expands Utah’s appellate courts and adds judges to three districts as lawmakers and bar leaders differ on the need for Supreme Court growth.
By Leo LeBohec, Arts Editor | February 17, 2026

  SB 134 increases the size of Utah’s Supreme Court, adds state appellate judges and adds judges to three judicial districts. Gov. Spencer Cox signed the bill’s second substitute on Jan. 31,...

University of Utah students stand in line to vote at the J. Willard Marriott Library in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. (Courtesy of The Daily Utah Chronicle archives)

No, Election Day won’t be a holiday in Utah

The bill would have given workplaces the option to close by marking Election Day on state calendars.
By Will Ruzanski, News Writer | February 16, 2026

This story is jointly published by nonprofits Amplify Utah and Utah News Dispatch to elevate diverse perspectives in local media through student and community journalism.   A bill to make...

Senator Nate Blouin (D-Salt Lake City) speaks in support of SB 250. (Photo by Georgia Metcalf | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Bill to increase Great Salt Lake funding stalls in committee

The bill, sponsored by Sen. Nate Blouin, would allocate $200 million to Great Salt Lake conservation efforts.
By Georgia Metcalf, Assistant Arts Editor | February 16, 2026

  SB 250, a bill that would potentially allow for a $200 million increase towards Great Salt Lake funding, was held 5-1 in the Senate Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment Committee last...

Rep. Sahara Hayes, D-Millcreek speaks at Utah Domestic Violence Coalition Advocacy Day at the Utah State Capitol on Feb. 10, 2026. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Domestic Violence Coalition presents its 2026 legislative agenda

On Tuesday, Feb. 10, UDVC hosted its Advocacy Day event where they outlined their priority legislation for this year and encouraged those in attendance to keep using their voices to end domestic violence.
By Teanna Sorensen-Starr, Editor In Chief | February 16, 2026

  On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition held its annual “Advocacy Day on the Hill” event at the Utah State Capitol. Coalition staff and volunteers, local organization representatives,...

Katileena's table at the Pure Filthy Love market in Salt Lake City, on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. (Photo by Lily Hersch | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Pure Filthy Love Market is a unique Valentine’s treat

A market dedicated to chic fashion and contemporary designs showcased various Valentine's inspired, original artwork by several vendors last week.
By Lily Hersch | February 15, 2026

  “When I portray my subjects and my photography, I want to show them as they are in the world, more so than my own vision, but just kind of bring them into my world as they are. And with my...