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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...

Opinion: Declare war on mussels

The Utah Legislature should flex its "mussels" by codifying HB 125 into law.

By Noah Wright, Opinion Writer | February 7, 2026

Invasive mussels have laid Utah’s waters under siege. These destructive pests, known formally as quagga and zebra mussels, pose a significant risk to Utah’s utilities infrastructure, fish population,...

Opinion: An anti-ICE bill dies in committee — here’s why that’s a good thing

Utah Sen. Nate Blouin’s bill forgets that the state of being in this country illegally is the ultimate exigency of federal immigration enforcement.

By Noah Wright, Opinion Writer | February 6, 2026

SB 136, a bill proposed by Democrat state senator Nate Blouin, would have put restrictions on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from using face coverings or entering certain "sensitive...

Opinion: Utahns must end animal abuse

Utah has consistently ranked as one of the worst states for animal safety. Utahns need to follow recent Utah legislation and fight to improve animal safety in Utah.

By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | February 4, 2026

HB 341 and HB 23 are bills introduced to redefine animal fighting penalties, making consequences worse for animal abusers. These bills change animal injuries and animal fighting charges to be...

Opinion: Infants can’t choose, so choose wisely

A new bill has been introduced allowing parents to decline the life-saving vitamin K shot given at birth. This choice could have devastating effects on Utahn infants, and parents need to be informed.

By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | February 1, 2026

Utah Sen. Jen Plumb sponsored a bill, SB 170, that allows parents of newborn infants to decline administration of the crucial vitamin K shot. Receiving vitamin K shots after birth prevents infant...

Opinion: Stay informed during the 2026 Utah legislative session

Staying informed in this political climate is crucial.

By Emma Thompson, Opinion Writer | January 30, 2026

As Utah enters the 2026 legislative session, knowing the process and following bills that could be imperative or problematic is essential. The general session of the Utah Legislature is 45 days...

Opinion: Say no to Charlie Kirk Boulevard

HB 196 calls for Harvey Milk Boulevard to be renamed Charlie Kirk Boulevard. Utah legislators need to say no to HB 196 and fight against conservative propaganda.

By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | January 25, 2026

Utah Representative Trevor Lee is trying to change Harvey Milk Boulevard to Charlie Kirk Boulevard. HB 196 is an unnecessary piece of propaganda that isolates LGBTQ+ Utahns. This bill seeks...

Opinion: ICE are the real domestic terrorists

The actions of ICE throughout 2025 and early 2026 are closely aligned with the FBI definition of domestic terrorism.

By Morgan Champine, Opinion Editor | January 11, 2026

On Wednesday, Jan. 7, an ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) agent shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem...

Opinion: Students can help end sexual assault

As assault rates at the U increase, we need to speak up against sexual assault.

By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | December 27, 2025

This article discusses sexual assault. If you need to report or discuss a sexual assault, please call the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault at 801-736-4356. 2025 marks a second year...

Opinion: Daylight saving time is outdated

Daylight Saving Time continues to divide Americans as questions arise about its relevance in modern life.

By Emma Thompson, Opinion Writer | November 29, 2025

Daylight saving time has been controversial for the past 100 years. U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has been advocating for the Sunshine Protection Act to make Daylight Saving...