Utah business leaders say the economy is recovering, but more than 100,000 Utahns who are still out of work might not buy that. That’s why members of the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce delivered a public policy guide to the state legislature this morning with a plan to get that workforce back on the payrolls. KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports.
Lieutenant Governor Greg Bell and Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker are calling on Utah’s political officials and citizens to practice civility. The partnership is part of a Salt Lake Center for Engaging Community initiative.
An annual report shows domestic violence deaths in Utah are down, but the deaths that did occur may be more violent than in recent years. KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports.
The Salt Lake City Police Department received more than $2 million in federal grants to work on projects that are high on its list of priorities but currently under funded.
A Salt Lake City hypnotherapist celebrated World Hypnotism Day by sitting through a two-hour operation on his leg Tuesday morning with just a local anesthetic and the power of his mind. KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports.
West Valley City introduced an initiative today encouraging its residents to learn English. West Valley Mayor Mike Winder says his city is the most diverse in Utah.
Utah Governor Gary Herbert’s inauguration speech focused on fiscal responsibility, empowering the private sector and limiting federal encroachment yesterday. KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports on what he had to say, and what state lawmakers want to see from his administration.
Republican Governor Gary Herbert was sworn in this afternoon to continue his term as Utah’s 17th Governor. In his speech today, Herbert focused on overcoming economic hardships with fiscal responsibility.
Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker announced his bid for reelection on Sunday. KCPW’s Whittney Evans spoke to Becker about his expectations for the campaign, and about what’s driving him to run again.
As the New Year unfolds, many people will resolve to lose weight, spend wisely, quit smoking or spend more time with family. KCPW’s Whittney Evans spoke to local and state elected officials to get their New Year’s resolutions for this audio postcard.
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