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Utah refugee challenges reflect broad federal changes

Legal barriers, policy shifts and misinformation deepen struggles for newly resettled refugees in Utah.
By Georgia Metcalf, News Writer | October 8, 2025

  A recent study from the University of Utah found that refugees face higher levels of food insecurity upon receiving their first job. Newly resettled refugees face food insecurity levels nearing...

A drone view shows the scene where U.S. right-wing activist and commentator Charlie Kirk, an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, was fatally shot during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah on Sept. 11, 2025.  (Courtesy REUTERS/Cheney Orr)

Charlie Kirk Shooting Draws Varied Concerns on U Campus

Charlie Kirk's death sparked widespread public concern. Many public figures have since addressed the rise of politically targeted violent acts. 
By Georgia Metcalf, News Writer | September 20, 2025

  On Sept. 10, conservative political activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University during a Turning Point USA event. His death sparked widespread public concern. Many public...

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Utah Judge Refuses to Backtrack on Redistricting Decision

Utah State Judge Dianna Gibson stands by her decision to redraw congressional districts amid backlash.
By Teanna Sorensen-Starr, Editor In Chief | September 13, 2025

  On Aug. 25, Utah State Judge Dianna Gibson ordered the Utah Legislature to redraw Utah’s congressional districts, ruling that the maps violated the voter-backed Better Boundaries Initiative...

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HB 267 Referendum Shows Division of Utah Voters & Leadership

Voters will have final say over the record breaking HB267 repeal referendum, a collective bargaining ban for public sector labor unions.
By Will Ruzanski, News Writer | September 12, 2025

  After securing more than 320,000 signatures, the petition to repeal HB 267 — a law banning collective bargaining for public sector labor unions — qualified for the Nov. 2026 ballot. The...

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Judge Orders Utah To Redraw Congressional Maps

Utah legislators must now redraw boundaries under the citizen-backed Better Boundaries initiative.
By Teanna Sorensen-Starr, Editor In Chief | September 4, 2025

  On Aug. 25, Utah State Judge Dianna Gibson ordered the Legislature to redraw Utah’s congressional districts to comply with the Better Boundaries Initiative. The initiative, created by citizens...

Workers Over Billionaires Protest at the Utah State Capitol on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. (Photo by Kristina Walker | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Hundreds Protest ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ at Capitol

Chants, singing and speeches filled the Utah Capitol steps as protesters discussed workers' rights, labor unions and class inequality on Labor Day.
By Suvam Pokharel, News Writer | September 3, 2025

  Nearly 300 people filled the State Capitol stairway on Monday evening during Labor Day. This rally was part of the nationwide campaign "Workers over Billionaires," a celebration of labor unions...

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Faculty and Students Respond to Open Carry at the U

A new state law now allows concealed-carry permit holders to openly carry firearms at the U. The law has sparked concerns from students and faculty, prompting calls for clearer communication and safety tools.
By Teanna Sorensen-Starr and Emerson Hagy | August 28, 2025

  As of July 21, the University of Utah announced that it would be following new guidelines regarding the carrying of firearms on campus. At first this policy based on Utah House Bill 128, would...

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Aid Cuts to Hit U Students

The Big Beautiful Bill will limit federal loans and change repayment options for U students.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | August 27, 2025

  On July 4, the Trump administration signed budget reconciliation legislation — known as the One Big Beautiful Bill — which will take effect in the 2026–2027 academic year. Among the...

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The One Big Beautiful Bill and U

Under the Trump administration, the One Big Beautiful Bill will cause sweeping changes across college campuses in America.
By Anjali Iyer, News Writer | August 25, 2025

  On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) into law. Estimated to cost $3.4 trillion over the next decade, the legislation extends tax cuts first enacted in 2016,...