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U study finds why adults over 60 are turning to edibles

Results reveal that many adults turn to the non-pharmaceutical option of cannabis to help with sleep, mental health or pain.
By Ella Sharrers, News Writer | June 19, 2026

  On May 8, 2026, researchers with University of Utah Health and University of Colorado Boulder conducted a study on why adults over the age of 60 are turning to cannabis edibles. Results reveal...

Ky and the Jellies performing for an audience at Heart and Soul Music Stroll on June 13, 2026. (Photo courtesy of Laurie Bray)

Sugar House celebrates 12 years of Heart & Soul Music Stroll

For its twelfth year, the Heart & Soul Music Stroll presents its free, one-day music festival with over 40 musical acts lining streets of Sugar House. 
By Ashlee Astin, Arts Writer | June 17, 2026

  Neighbors gathered around Imperial Park and nearby streets to enjoy live music, food trucks and other activities for the annual Heart & Soul Music Stroll, on June 13. Community members...

Martinez at the Downtown Farmers Market in Salt Lake City on June 15, 2026. (Courtesy of Marisa Martinez)

The impressive women of Utah: Martinez brews community

Inspired by her mother's creativity and shaped by her own journey in Utah, Marisa Martinez built a business centered on belonging.
By Maria Fernanda Nascentes Kelley | June 16, 2026

  In Salt Lake City’s Downtown Farmers Market, Marisa Martinez greets regulars by name and checks in on the team she calls family. Santa Backyard Coffee is a community built from creativity,...

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University of Utah, Otro Capital finalize deal to form Crimson Brand Partners

A controversial partnership aimed at securing the long-term financial future of Utah Athletics has officially been finalized. Here's what it means.
By John Leone, Sports Editor | June 13, 2026

  The University of Utah made their private equity deal official this past Thursday. After months of work behind the scenes, the school and its foundation, the University of Utah Growth Capital...

A mini excavator in front of the new West Village housing under construction in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Mar. 22, 2023. (Courtesy of The Daily Utah Chronicle archives)

U students question the demand for on-campus housing

The rising cost of on-campus housing and mandatory meal plans make living on campus increasingly unaffordable.
By Meadow Stewart, News Writer | June 10, 2026

  As the University of Utah pursues its plan to become a more residential campus, students say they are not questioning whether they want to live on campus, but whether they can afford to. The...

The sculpture, created from five pianos, in downtown Salt Lake City on June 5.  (The Daily Utah Chronicle | Photo by Elise Golightly)

City unveils playable piano sculpture at Abravanel plaza

Local artist used five pianos for interactive sculpture unveiled downtown to celebrate 50th anniversary of the Gina Bachauer International Piano Foundation.
By Elise Golightly, Arts Writer | June 8, 2026

  Classical music melodies mingled with downtown Salt Lake City noises on Friday, June 5, at the unveiling of "Piano Assemblage Ensemble," an interactive, large-scale sculpture by Utah artist...

Members of Adobe wave flags at the Salt Lake City Pride Parade on Sunday, June 8, 2026. (Photo by Kristina Walker | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Thousands celebrate pride parade in downtown Salt Lake City

Annual Salt Lake City pride parade attracts thousands of attendees for march through downtown with floats and banners.
By Meadow Stewart, News Writer | June 8, 2026

  Thousands of people filled the streets in downtown Salt Lake City on Sunday, June 7, for the annual Pride Parade.  The parade began at 10 a.m. and went along 100 South from West Temple to...

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Opinion: The U.S. needs to address its debt problem

The government's spending habits are out of control.
By James VanLooy, Opinion Writer | June 4, 2026

  In April 2026, U.S. debt exceeded 100% of GDP or the economic output of the entire economy for the first time in over 80 years. Currently, the Congressional Budget Office, a non-partisan organization...