Monthly Archive:: October 2009

StoryCorps Salt Lake City – Episode Twenty Six

Earlier this year Edward Perry’s heart and lungs began shutting down, and his doctors had a difficult time diagnosing the problem.

Chamber Considering Supporting Several Tax Increases

The Salt Lake Chamber is drafting a proposal for state lawmakers to recommend methods of bridging an anticipated $850 million budget shortfall.

Utah Falling Behind Nation for College Graduates

A new report from the Utah Foundation shows the state is falling behind in national rankings for college graduation, particularly among young

Politics Up Close: West Valley City Mayor Debate

On a special edition of KCPW's Politics Up Close, moderator Jeff Robinson hosted an in-studio debate between Mike Winder and Kevin Fayles,

Salt Lake County Officials Question Need for Mental Health Layoffs

The largest nonprofit mental health and substance abuse treatment provider in Utah is about to lay off 10 percent of its staff

U.S. Chamber Energy Leader Discusses Group’s Climate Change Policy

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce describes itself as the world’s largest business federation, representing three million businesses from all sectors. But

Salt Lake County Kicks Off 2010 Census Effort

Salt Lake County kicked off its 2010 Census efforts today. Government leaders are reaching out to the community to get the word

Hill Air Force Base Tentatively Selected to House Joint Strike Fighter

Hill Air Force Base has been selected to house one to three squadrons of the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter, though

Utah Lake Bridge Open House Tonight

Traffic congestion in the booming communities on the west side of Utah Lake has spurred a proposal for a toll bridge. Reed

Grassroots Group Opposing SLC’s Proposition 1

Public support for Salt Lake City’s public safety bond is high, but a small, vocal group going by the name of Citizens