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Utah lawmaker files resolution to impeach Attorney General Sean Reyes

(KCPW News) A Democratic state lawmaker has opened a bill file to impeach Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes, citing Reyes’s efforts to challenge the outcome of the 2020 U.S. presidential election and his involvement with the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA), which encouraged people to march to the U.S. Capitol in advance of the storming…

In the Hive

The Candidates: Utah’s Republican Attorney General seeks reelection

On “In the Hive,” we’re continuing our conversations with candidates for statewide office. Today it’s incumbent Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes. He responds to some questions raised last week by his Democratic opponent, attorney Greg Skordas, and makes his pitch for reelection. Later in the show, Utah Elections Director Justin Lee talks about the ins…

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Behind the Headlines

Indictment targets polygamists, former missionaries seek more safety for Mormon proselytizers and some inland port meetings will remain closed

Members of the local Kingston polygamist group are indicted in a $500 million tax-credit scheme, raising questions about a $50,000 campaign donation to Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes. And Sexual assault victims take their case to the church in hope of improving safety. And the Inland Port Authority board votes to keep its subcommittee meetings closed to the public. At 9…

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Both Sides of the Aisle

Trump’s condominium doctrine and Salt Lake County residents fight against high-density housing

Natalie Gochnour is joined on The Right by Rep. Dan McCay, R-Riverton, and on The Left by Sen. Jim Dabakis, D-Salt Lake City. They discuss President Donald Trump’s historic meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un; Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes’ fight against the Affordable Care Act; the Olympia Hills high-density housing project planned…

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An officer fights his demons and the demons of other cops, the EPA gives Utah a pollution deadline and Orrin Hatch gets a tribute in SLC

The EPA gives Utah three years to bring its ozone pollution down to acceptable levels. The newly announced Hatch Center aims to honor the legacy of retiring Sen. Orrin Hatch. And a Utah police officer, who sought help after years of on-the-job trauma, is working to get other officers to do the same. At 9 a.m. Friday, Salt…

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Supreme Court Rejects Same-Sex Marriage Cases; Utah to Recognize Same-Sex Marriages

(KCPW News) Same-sex marriage is once again legal in Utah—and this time, it’s likely here to stay. The United States Supreme Court announced on Monday morning that it would not be hearing any cases challenging same-sex marriage bans. The high court rejected cases from Indiana, Oklahoma, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin. While the move does not…

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AG Candidates Vie for Voters’ Trust in Debate

(KCPW News) On Wednesday night, The Utah Debate Commission hosted its third of five debates this election season. This time, the debate featured the Republican and Democratic candidates for Utah Attorney General: Sean Reyes and Charles Stormont, respectively. Reyes was appointed to the post back in December after the resignation of the previous attorney general,…

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The Rundown

The Rundown: Utah Attorney General Republican Sean Reyes Running to Retain his Seat

With election season in full swing, from now until November 4th we’re featuring occasional interviews with the candidates. Recently we spoke with the Democratic candidate for Utah Attorney General. Today it’s a conversation with the Republican contender – current Attorney General Sean Reyes, who is running to keep the seat he was appointed to in…

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Legislative Coverage

Lawmakers Explore Public Lands Options

(KCPW News) A legislative commission met at Utah’s capitol on Wednesday morning to discuss the state’s legal options in a potential struggle over public lands. Members of the Commission for the Stewardship of Public Lands vented their frustration with the federal government’s handling of public lands in the state, while exploring how a state transfer…

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