Legislative Coverage
Politics Up Close: Constitutional Convention?
State Representative David Clark is calling for a constitutional convention, which hasn’t happened since the very first one in 1787. We asked him why.
Politics
Local News
Chaffetz Looks to Fire Warning Shot On Pension Fund Bailout
Utah Congressman Jason Chaffetz introduced a House Resolution today opposing a federal bailout for state pension funds. Chaffetz says among all the states, there are $3 trillion in unfunded pension obligations.
Healthcare
HHS Warns of Consequences for Utahns if Health Reform Repealed
While Republicans in the House of Representatives announce their plans to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the Obama Administration is warning of the consequences that would bring to each state. Marguerite Salazar, Regional Director for the Department of Health and Human Services for the Rocky Mountain area, met with state leaders this week in Salt Lake City.
Environment
Council Doesn’t Override Becker’s Veto of Parley’s Plan
In a display of support for Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker, the city council decided last night not to override his veto of the Parley’s Historic Nature Park management plan in a two-to-five vote. Two of the four council members who originally supported the plan voted against the override, including Stan Penfold.
Local News
Becker Plugs Sugar House Streetcar in State of City Address
The Sugar House streetcar line was the focus of Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker’s fourth state of the city address last night. Speaking to the city council, Becker mentioned his campaign promise to make the project a reality within five years.
Local News
No Challengers Yet for Becker, but Not Everyone’s a Fan
After announcing his re-election plans, Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker shouldn’t have much trouble winning a second term, according to political observers. But that doesn’t mean he’s on everyone’s good side.
Local News
Gill Looks To Build Trust At DA’s Office
Salt Lake County has a new District Attorney as Democrat Sim Gill officially took office yesterday, replacing Republican Lohra Miller. Miller’s one term as DA came with several controversies, and Gill says it will be a challenge to gain the trust of his employees.
Local News
Herbert Begins Term With Inauguration Speech
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.
Local News
Twelve County Officials Get Sworn In
A dozen Salt Lake County officials, including five newly elected, are at work after they were sworn in this morning.
Local News
Becker Announces Reelection Bid
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.
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