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Utahns rally at the Capitol for Earth Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025. (Photo by Luke Larsen | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Earth Day Rally Draws Crowd at Capitol

Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22.
By Grace Maya and Elle Crossley | May 6, 2025

  Around 200 Utah community members assembled on the steps of the Capitol on Saturday, April 26 to celebrate Earth Day and advocate for environmental responsibility. The event was organized by Grace...

The Utah State liquor store on July 11, 2018 (Photo by Justin Prather | Daily Utah Chronicle)

How to Drink (and Eat) in Utah

While Utah sometimes fails to blaze a culinary frontier, it does stand alone in one field: the state houses the most unique drinking scene in America.
By Grace Maya, News Writer | April 19, 2025

  This article originally appeared in the Food print issue, in stands February 2025. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date.   Utah’s drinking culture is heavily...

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How the Utah Legislature Adjusted Child Welfare Programs

HB283 was signed into law this spring. It introduces changes to the way LGBTQ children are placed in foster homes and their access to gender-affirming care.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | April 16, 2025

  HB283, which was passed this spring and takes effect May 7, introduces changes to rules on child foster care placements, welfare practices and protections on child gender identity and sexual...

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez shake hands with attendees at the end of the Fighting Oligarchy rally in the Jon M. Huntsman Center at the University of Utah on Sunday, April 13, 2025. (Photo by Marco Lozzi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Bernie Sanders Visits the Huntsman Center in Utah

Thousands of people packed the Huntsman Center to see Bernie Sanders speak on the dangers of oligarchy.
By Teanna Sorensen-Starr, Editor In Chief | April 14, 2025

  Applause surrounds the arena, the audience goes wild and everyone jumps out of their seats for Bernie Sanders. Sanders visited the University of Utah on Sunday during his “Fighting Oligarchy”...

The Utah State Capitol on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 in Salt Lake City. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Mandatory Jail Time and Deportation for Hazing: Immigration Bills Signed Into Law

Utah's legislative session concluded on March 7. Gov. Cox has since signed several immigration bills, one law will trigger deportation for some misdemeanors.
By Grace Maya, News Writer | March 31, 2025

  Prior to the start of this legislative session, a group of republican lawmakers announced their intent to prioritize immigration reform and better align Utah's immigration laws with the Trump administration's...

Utah State Treasurer Marlo Oaks speaks at the UFCR's convention on Mar. 25, 2025 in the Gould Auditorium in Salt Lake City. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah College Republicans Gather for 2025 Convention

The Utah Federation of College Republicans hosted its convention this weekend. Participants discussed the future of government spending and how to "keep this country great.”
By Addy Cowley, Assistant News Editor, Photographer | March 26, 2025

  The 2025 College Republican Convention took place Saturday, March 22, at the Gould Auditorium in the Marriott Library. Hosted by the Utah Federation of College Republicans, the event brought...

Sen. Calvin Musselman argues S.B. 90 targets only those associated with cartel crime.

Scope of Immigrant Crime Bill Narrowed

SB90 now only addresses specific drug and theft crimes for those previously convicted of illegally re-entering the U.S. following deportation. It received a favorable recommendation.
By Grace Maya, News Writer | February 19, 2025

  Senate Judiciary, Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Standing Committee members met Monday morning to discuss a substituted version of the "Unlawful Presence Criminal Enhancement Amendments." Per...

A skier competes in the Winter Roundup Skijoring event on Feb. 8, 2025 in Salt Lake City. (Photo by Fiona Murray | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Skijoring Takes Over Downtown Salt Lake City

The 2025 Winter Roundup, which took place in Downtown Salt Lake last weekend, featured food, live music, and the unique sport of skijoring.
By Grace Maya, News Writer | February 11, 2025

  Locals and tourists alike gathered in downtown Salt Lake City this past Saturday for the 2025 Winter Roundup. The free event featured food, live music and the unique sport of skijoring. What’s...