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Utah State Capitol, in Salt Lake City, on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. (Photo by Kristina Walker | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Bill limiting State Engineer duties moves forward

HB 60 will limit the State Engineer's responsibilities on reviewing proposed plans and protests.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | February 17, 2026

Substitutions to HB 60 cleared the Senate Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment Committee on Feb. 12 with a 5-1-1 vote. The bill, sponsored by Rep. David Shallenberger, seeks to clarify and...

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,...

The Capitol Board Room during Utah Domestic Violence Coalition Advocacy Day at the Utah State Capitol on Feb. 10, 2026. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Family court amendment bill passes first and second House readings

HB 303, referred to as Family Court Amendments, passed its first reading unanimously. The bill focuses on language defining coercive control, mental health treatment for children and child custody decisions.
By Teanna Sorensen-Starr, Editor In Chief | February 15, 2026

  HB 303 unanimously passed through its second House reading on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The bill focuses on Family Court Amendments, specifically cases of coercive control in domestic violence. It...

Utah State Capitol in Salt Lake City on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. (Photo by Kristina Walker | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Forest health and watershed restoration bill passes House committee

The bill would allow separate institutes to collaborate to help prevent future wildfire damage in the state.
By Georgia Metcalf, News Writer | February 9, 2026

  HB 376 passed unanimously (12-0) through a House committee on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. The bill allocates increased funding for Utah State University's (USU) Utah Forest Restoration Institute (UFRI)....

Traffic moves along I-15 near neighborhoods in the Rose Park neighborhood of Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024. (Photo by Spenser Heaps for Utah News Dispatch)

House committee advances English proficiency requirement for CDL applicants

Critics cite concern about ‘our political state’ as the bill sponsor says it protects applicants given existing federal requirements for English proficiency.
By Will Ruzanski, News Writer | February 6, 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.   Utah lawmakers...

Protesters at the Save Our Great Salt Lake Rally gathered at the Utah State Capitol on Jan. 31, 2026 in downtown Salt Lake City. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Hundreds rally to save the Great Salt Lake

The rally highlighted growing concerns over water use, air quality and wildlife.
By Anjali Iyer, News Writer | February 1, 2026

  Hundreds gathered on Capitol Hill on Saturday, Jan. 31, for the fifth annual “Rally to Save Our Great Salt Lake,” an event focused on protecting Utah’s largest lake. The event included...

Firearms and ammunition are stored inside a safe at a Salt Lake City resident’s home on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. (Photo by Spenser Heaps for Utah News Dispatch)

Utah lawmakers reject secure firearm storage law for fourth year in a row

Rep. Stoddard said he plans to ‘keep bringing back’ similar bills in hopes of keeping guns out of kids’ hands
By Will Ruzanski, News Writer | January 27, 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.   For the fourth consecutive...

Snowbird Resort's Peruvian Express on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 in Little Cottonwood Canyon, UT. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Lack of snow in Utah fuels uncertainty about future winters

Below-average snowfall disrupts ski season and highlights shifting climate patterns across the state, says NRCS and Brighton Ski Resort.
By Anjali Iyer, News Writer | January 27, 2026

  Utah’s ski season has started later than usual this winter, as below-average snowfall across the state has delayed resort openings and raised questions about the reliability of winter conditions. Brian...

ICE protesters on Sunday, Jan 25, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Leo LeBohec | The Daily Utah Chronicle).

ICE protest draws thousands in Salt Lake City

Protesters marched through downtown Salt Lake City Sunday to show solidarity with Minneapolis and call for changes to federal immigration enforcement.
By Emerson Hagy and Teetad Govitviwat | January 26, 2026

  On Sunday afternoon, thousands of protestors gathered at the Wallace F. Bennett Federal Building in downtown Salt Lake City to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) — following...