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Utah Same-Sex Marriage Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
A federal judge ruled today that Utah’s Amendment 3 barring same-sex marriage is unconstitutional. For more, we hear from KCPW’s Roger McDonough.
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Legislative Coverage
Investigators: Swallow Obscured Campaign Contributions
(KCPW News) On Thursday, the House committee investigating former Utah Attorney General John Swallow learned of the lengths to which Swallow went to obscure his actions. On Friday, that committee got a look at Swallow’s involvement in some less-than-flattering dealings. Special counsel Jim Mintz and his team of investigators built the case that Swallow was…
Explore Utah Science
When People and Wildlife Collide
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) Each year, thousands of vehicles collide with deer and elk that are crossing Utah’s highways, often causing major property damage, and even death. To protect both people and wildlife, scientists are investigating the safest, most cost-effective ways to get big game across the road. Julie Kiefer with Explore Utah Science has…
Legislative Coverage
House Investigators Say Former AG Swallow Tampered with Evidence
(KCPW News) New revelations about former Utah Attorney General John Swallow were made public on Thursday by the House committee investigating allegations against him. Special counsel Steve Reich kicked off day one of a two-day presentation to the House Special Investigative Committee by accusing Swallow of both fabricating and destroying evidence. Reich believes this was done…
Local News
With Matheson Out, Who Will Win Utah’s 4th District?
(KCPW News) Democratic Representative Jim Matheson has won seven consecutive congressional elections in Utah, and while incumbents typically fare well in the U.S. House of Representatives, Matheson’s success in a deeply Republican state is notable. For over a decade, Democrats have counted on Matheson as a dependable foothold in one of the reddest states in…
Environment
Local Groups Raise Awareness of Air Quality Issues
(KCPW News) Decked out in holiday apparel and wearing masks to protect their lungs from pollution, about a dozen protesters gather on the sidewalk along 700 East, one of the busiest streets in Salt Lake. A man dressed as Santa Claus waves to the constant stream of traffic, holding a sign that says, “Breathing clean…
Local News
Federal Judge Strikes Down Anti-Polygamy Laws in Utah
(KCPW News) A judge for the Utah Federal Court struck down parts of Utah’s anti-polygamy laws as unconstitutional on Friday. The ruling is a victory for polygamous families, including plaintiff Kody Brown and his family. Brown and his four wives are featured on the popular TLC reality show “Sister Wives.” In a ruling released on…
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Senator Lee Introduces ‘Marriage and Religious Freedom’ Bill
(KCPW News) Utah’s Senator Mike Lee joined eleven other lawmakers on Thursday to introduce legislation to “protect religious organizations from discrimination by the federal government,” for not recognizing gay marriage. According to a press release by Lee’s office the Marriage and Religious Freedom Act would “bar the government from denying any person or group tax…
Explore Utah Science
Sounds of the West
(KCPW/ Explore Utah Science) Thousands of animal and ambient sounds from eleven western states have been recorded and archived in a digital library in Utah. While fascinating in their own right, sounds can also be used to track environmental change. Kim Schuske has the story.
Local News
Real Salt Lake to Play for MLS Cup, BBQ Sauce
(KCPW News) Just eight years ago, Real Salt Lake wrapped up their inaugural season in Major League Soccer, and many in Utah wondered how long the fledgling franchise would last. But slowly, the team gathered the interest of local soccer fans, and in 2009, Real Salt Lake won their first MLS Cup. Real find themselves…
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