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• Sen. Hatch staffer offers predictions on Utah monument reductions

  14-11-2017 23:53
  SALT LAKE CITY — Bears Ears National Monument's boundaries likely will be reduced to between 100,000 and 300,000 acres, and Grand Staircase-Escalante could end up anywhere from 700,000 to 1.2 million acres, a top staffer in Sen. Orrin Hatch's office said.
  Ron Dean, the central and eastern Utah director in Hatch's office, briefed the Utah Legislature's Commission for the Stewardship of Public Lands in a Tuesday meeting on President Donald Trump's plans to reduce the size of the monuments.
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• ‘Brazen’ burglar spends 2 hours trying on clothes in couple’s home, steals car

  14-11-2017 23:47
  
  Police are searching for a brazen burglar who spent two hours in a Taylorsville couple’s home trying on clothes, going through the fridge and eventually stealing their car, according to Unified Police Department Lt. Brian Lohrke.
  
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• S.L. urges residents to properly dispose of yard waste, leaves

  14-11-2017 23:42
  SALT LAKE CITY — The Department of Public Utilities and Department of Sustainability are urging residents to assist stormwater management crews by doing a final seasonal yard cleanup to keep excess leaves from clogging gutters.
  Raking leaves now, and either disposing of them in city-issued compost bins or mulching them keeps storm drains clear when the first winter storm hits.
  "Worst case scenario is drains clog, street corners plug up and intersections flood," Kelly Brown, stormwater main
  
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• Two guns used in Mapleton triple murder-suicide police say

  14-11-2017 23:33
  MAPLETON — Mapleton police believe a man used two guns to kill his wife, son and stepdaughter before taking his own life.
  Investigators say Timothy Griffith, 45, shot his wife, Jessica Griffith, 42, his stepdaughter Samantha Badel, 16, and his 5-year-old son, Alexandre, before taking a different gun and shooting himself, according to a statement from the Mapleton Police Department Tuesday.
  The family dog was also shot to death. Police say both firearms were purchased locally in September.
  
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• International cosmic ray studies unfold in Utah's high, dry desert

  14-11-2017 22:52
  SALT LAKE CITY — An international team of researchers is using hundreds of sophisticated devices in the high, dry desert in Millard County, hoping to learn more about the universe and specifically the formation of cosmic rays.
  Cosmic rays are high-energy particles that travel at nearly the speed of light and hit the Earth from all directions, but finding the source of these particles has proven to be elusive.
  Those involved in the Telescope Array Cosmic Ray Project say they're getting clos
  
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• UPS still looking to fill 800 seasonal jobs in Salt Lake

  14-11-2017 22:38
  SALT LAKE CITY — UPS's seasonal hiring effort is in full swing, and the company is looking to fill 800 full- and part-time positions in Salt Lake City.
  The company, which says it expects to deliver a record-breaking 750 million packages this season, is looking for package handlers, drivers and driver helpers.
  According to the company, the seasonal positions have long been an entry point for permanent employment at UPS.
  Interested job seekers must apply online at UPSjobs.com.
  
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• Millcreek youth urged to share their vision for city’s future

  14-11-2017 22:33
  MILLCREEK — City leaders, who are in the process of creating the city's first general plan, are asking youths 12 and older to share their vision for the city's future during a workshop at 4 p.m. Friday.
  The 90-minute session will be held in the city offices, 3330 S. 1300 East. During the meeting, participants can offer their input about the needs and concerns of those who will be living and working in Millcreek in the future.
  According to city leaders, the general plan will set out goals,
  
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• Bluffdale’s Santa and the Lights set for Nov. 25

  14-11-2017 22:26
  BLUFFDALE — The city's annual Santa and the Lights event will be held at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, at Bluffdale City Park, 2300 W. 14400 South.
  The free festivities will include a lighted tractor parade, pictures with Santa, musical entertainment, bonfires, hot chocolate and cookies.
  Residents are encouraged to decorate their tractors, riding mowers, trailers or ATVs. Parade entrants will meet between 5 and 5:15 p.m. in the park's north parking lot. Entrants will also receive a fast pas
  
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• It's a coat and a sleeping bag: Miller Foundation to donate 700

  14-11-2017 22:15
  SALT LAKE CITY — It's a coat and it's a sleeping bag.
  And on Wednesday, 700 of them will be given away during Valley Behavioral Health's annual luncheon for people experiencing homelessness.
  Thanks to a $70,000 grant from the Larry H. Miller and Gail Miller Foundation, people experiencing homelessness will receive a catered lunch and the gift of a water-resistant jacket that doubles as a sleeping bag.
  The event will be conducted from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Valley Safe Haven Center, 550 W
  
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• Millcreek man charged with murdering elderly parents

  14-11-2017 21:48
  HOLLADAY — A Millcreek man was charged Tuesday with murdering his elderly parents in their Holladay home.
  Robert John Liddiard, 51, is charged in 3rd District Court with two counts of aggravated murder, a first-degree felony, for the Nov. 4 stabbing deaths of Robert Liddiard, 85, and Diane Liddiard, 78, at their home, 4690 S. Kelly Circle (2750 East).
  Unified police officers were called to the couple's home about 5:30 p.m. that day to conduct a welfare check. Their daughter was unable to r
  
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• Utah man enters Alford plea in I-84 rollover road-rage crash

  14-11-2017 21:37
  
  A Salt Lake City man entered a plea Monday acknowledging a jury would likely find him guilty of two counts of aggravated battery for running an Oregon couple’s SUV off the road on Interstate 84 in April.
  
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• Man with gun prompts school lockdowns in Park City

  14-11-2017 21:27
  PARK CITY — A man who allegedly brandished a gun near two Park City schools, prompting temporary lockdowns, was detained by police on Tuesday.
  A high school student spotted the man in the field between Park City High School and McPolin Elementary School about 9:30 a.m., according to police. The student notified school administrators who immediately placed the schools on lockdown.
  Police located the man about 40 minutes later in the 1700 block of Kearns Boulevard. He was detained and releas
  
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• Exclusive: Sean Reyes, the disputed special election letter and the ethical path forward

  14-11-2017 21:25
  Much attention has been focused on a draft legal opinion prepared by my office regarding Utah’s special elections process. Some of the related conjecture is true. Some of it merits clarification.Despite attempts to characterize this as an open records issue, or a choice among political favorites, this has always been solely an issue of legal ethics. The core discussion is whether an attorney general can represent the state without being compelled to harm the very client he or she is bound
  
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• Gone fishing? East Canyon Reservoir is really biting for boaters, shore anglers

  14-11-2017 20:51
  
  If you're looking for a hot spot where the fish are really biting, try Morgan County's East Canyon Reservoir. Regardless of the fishing options you utilize, the rainbow trout are very cooperative right now.
  
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• Roosevelt man sentenced to 15 years for possession of meth

  14-11-2017 20:44
  
  A Roosevelt man was sentenced to a maximum of 15 years in prison after deputies found a cache of stolen goods and crystal methamphetamine in the man’s home in July, according to the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office.
  
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• Roosevelt man sentenced to 15 years for possession, intent to distribute meth

  14-11-2017 20:44
  
  A Roosevelt man was sentenced to a maximum of 15 years in prison after deputies found a cache of stolen goods and crystal methamphetamine in the man’s home in July, according to the Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office.
  
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• Marjorie Cortez: It's a coat and a sleeping bag: Miller Foundation to donate 700

  14-11-2017 20:33
  SALT LAKE CITY — It's a coat and it's a sleeping bag.
  And on Wednesday, 700 of them will be given away during Valley Behavioral Health's annual luncheon for people experiencing homelessness.
  Thanks to a $70,000 grant from the Larry H. Miller and Gail Miller Foundation, people experiencing homelessness will receive a catered lunch and the gift of a water-resistant jacket that doubles as a sleeping bag.
  The event will be conducted from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Valley Safe Haven Center, 550 W
  
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• This spider-hunting wasp seen in Utah and Texas gains national attention for horrific sting

  14-11-2017 19:30
  A wasp that typically hunts tarantulas has drawn national attention after experts offered a simple piece of advice if it bites you: "Just lie down and start yelling."The tarantula hawk, which has been seen as far north as Logan, Utah, is a native to almost every continent. The females, which have the stinger, aren’t always aggressive but can offer a pretty painful sting.Pain from the sting only last three minutes, but the pain has been defined as “unacceptable,” according to WI
  
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• Forest Service considers harvesting, selling timber burned in Brian Head Fire

  14-11-2017 19:29
  
  Much of the wood from the trees burned in this summer’s devastating Brian Head Fire is still useful, and the U.S. Forest Service is proposing a timber salvage along roads in the burn area.
  
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• Utah U.S. attorney named to Department of Justice advisory panel

  14-11-2017 19:28
  SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's top federal law enforcer will serve in a leadership role on the Attorney General's Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys.
  U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced on Tuesday that Utah U.S. Attorney John Huber will be the panel's vice chairman. Huber is among nine U.S. attorneys named to fill two-year terms on the committee.
  "These U.S. attorneys will play an important role in carrying out the Department of Justice's mission to reduce violent crime, combat transn
  
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• A.M. notes: John Curtis sworn in, Salt Lake County to sue 'Big Pharma,' Theresa May challenges Putin

  14-11-2017 19:00
  Here’s a look at the news for Nov. 14.John Curtis sworn inNewly elected Utah Rep. John Curtis was sworn in before Congress on Monday as House Republicans hope to earn his vote for upcoming tax reform, according to the Deseret News.Curtis, who was sworn in on a Bible that belonged to his mother-in-law, shared the importance of family in his speech after being sworn in.Curtis highlighted how his wife Sue's great-grandmother, Martha Hughes Cannon, was the first female state senator in U.S. hi
  
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• Utah U.S. attorney named to Dept. of Justice advisory panel

  14-11-2017 18:21
  SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's top federal law enforcer will serve in a leadership role on the Attorney General's Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys.
  U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced on Tuesday that Utah U.S. Attorney John Huber will be the panel's vice chairman. Huber is among nine U.S. attorneys named to fill two-year terms on the committee.
  "These U.S. attorneys will play an important role in carrying out the Department of Justice's mission to reduce violent crime, combat transn
  
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• Probation, community service ordered for ex-deputy in K-9's hot car death

  14-11-2017 18:18
  SALT LAKE CITY — A former Cache County sheriff's deputy was sentenced to probation and community service Monday after his police K-9 died in hot car over the summer.
  Jason Whittier, 36, was ordered to complete 100 hours of community service and serve one year on probation for aggravated cruelty of an animal, a class B misdemeanor. A 180-day jail sentence was suspended, but could be imposed if Whittier fails to comply with the terms of his probation.
  At least 50 hours of Whittier's communit
  
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• Man shot at West Valley City hotel

  14-11-2017 17:20
  
  Police were looking Tuesday for a man suspected of shooting another man at a West Valley hotel.
  
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• Man shot at West Valley hotel

  14-11-2017 17:19
  WEST VALLEY CITY — Police were looking Tuesday for a man suspected of shooting another man at a West Valley hotel.
  The shooting was reported about 4:15 a.m. inside La Quinta Inn, 3540 S. 2200 West. A man, whose name and age were not immediately released, was taken to a local hospital with a gunshot wound to his torso, said West Valley police spokeswoman Roxeanne Vainuku.
  Investigators believe the gunman and victim knew each other, she said. Information about what led up to the confrontatio
  
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• Committee selected in search for new UVU president

  14-11-2017 15:41
  
  The Utah State Board of Regents has named a 24-member committee to conduct a national search for the next president of Utah Valley University.
  
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• 1 person shot at West Valley City hotel

  14-11-2017 14:24
  
  One person was critically injured in a shooting at a West Valley City hotel early Tuesday morning.
  
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• In our opinion: The sports arena tax exemption hurts communities

  14-11-2017 14:05
  While politicians and special interests grapple over the details of tax reform, one proposed provision deserves support.The House bill would do away with the tax exemption for municipal bonds commonly used to build sports stadiums. This tool has been used often to finance stadiums on the backs of taxpayers largely without them noticing it. It’s bad government, diverting public money to wealthy team owners who leverage even larger profits. Such bonds were intended to be used to construct sc
  
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• Special 'Justice League' screening held for superheroes battling diseases

  14-11-2017 07:05
  
  On Monday night, the director of the movie "Justice League" awarded a few pint-size heroes from Utah with their very own red carpet screening of the movie.
  
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• Butterfly headstone unveiled at grave of 'Little Addie' Fausett

  14-11-2017 06:51
  
  A little girl who stole the heart of millions of people three years ago with her viral plea for Christmas cards finally has a headstone.
  
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• New Fairpark arena needs $1.1M in touch-ups

  14-11-2017 06:43
  
  The revamped Utah State Fairpark is turning a profit, in part due to a new outdoor rodeo arena built with $13 million in taxpayer money. But its success comes with growing pains that require about $1 million in upgrades and repairs.
  
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• Provo hospital now screens all new mothers for emotional wellness prior to discharge

  14-11-2017 06:16
  
  A few short answers to some thoughtful questions are helping Utah Valley Hospital's medical staff screen for depression in all new mothers.
  
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• New Fairpark arena needs $1.1 million in touch-ups

  14-11-2017 05:29
  SALT LAKE CITY — The revamped Utah State Fairpark is turning a profit, in part due to a new outdoor rodeo arena built with $13 million in taxpayer money.
  But its success comes with growing pains that require about $1 million in upgrades and repairs following hasty construction of the stadium.
  The issues range from a gap in security that allows fairgoers to wander up to the arena's east side; flooded parking spots; dust migrating into homes; and birds pooping on spectators.
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• Body recovered at Grand Canyon; May be missing Utah man

  14-11-2017 05:10
  
  Authorities say they've recovered a body within the Grand Canyon National Park and it's believed to be that of a Utah man missing since late last month.
  
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• Retiring Utah court justice leaves behind pioneering legacy

  14-11-2017 05:01
  SALT LAKE CITY — As Utah Supreme Court Justice Christine Durham heads into retirement this week, colleagues say she leaves behind a legacy as an undisputed pioneer in the state.
  After joining the Utah State Bar at a time when women lawyers were still viewed with skepticism, Durham went on to become the state's first female district court judge, Supreme Court justice and chief justice. She retires Wednesday.
  Durham, 72, smiled widely as she greeted well-wishers at a reception in her honor M
  
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• Lawmakers working to 'Recruit Romney' into US Senate race

  14-11-2017 03:00
  
  Now is the time for Mitt Romney to run for the U.S. Senate, several state lawmakers said Monday at an event held in the Capitol rotunda to promote an online petition urging Romney to get in the race.
  
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• Health leader announces Medicaid expansion milestone in Utah visit

  14-11-2017 02:34
  SALT LAKE CITY — Anyone targeted by the Medicaid expansion waiver approved this month became eligible as of Monday to be reimbursed by the federal program, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator Seema Verma announced during a visit to Utah.
  "I'm … very pleased to announce today, not only have we (approved) the waiver, we also approved the implementation plan that Utah put forward," Verma said at a press conference flanked by Gov. Gary Herbert and state Rep. Jim Dun
  
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• Salt Lake County to sue 'Big Pharma' for 'irresponsible' distribution of opioids

  14-11-2017 02:22
  SALT LAKE CITY — Fed up with the tragedy and economic losses associated with the national opioid epidemic and its impact on Utahns, Salt Lake County leaders plan to join other counties and states across the nation that are suing opioid drug manufacturers.
  "I expect to see damages for the harm that has been caused to our community," Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams said at a news conference Monday. "But more importantly, we want to change the outrageous behavior that is harming families a
  
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• Study: Lowering blood alcohol limit would save over 1,700 lives a year

  14-11-2017 01:56
  
  A new study suggests lowering the blood alcohol level from .08 to .05 would save over 1,700 lives each year across the nation.
  
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• Senate panel approves Utah Supreme Court nominee

  14-11-2017 01:35
  SALT LAKE CITY — Third District Judge Paige Peterson will go before the state Senate on Wednesday for a vote to fill a vacancy on the Utah Supreme Court.
  The Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee unanimously approved Peterson on Monday during a short hearing. Gov. Gary Herbert nominated her to the post last month. She would replace retiring Justice Christine Durham.
  Peterson, a native of Emery County, earned a political science degree from the University of Utah and law degree from Yale.
  
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• Utah's Curtis is sworn in as newest Republican House member

  14-11-2017 01:19
  
  Republican John Curtis of Utah became the newest member of Congress late Monday when he took the oath of office amid an intense push by GOP leadership to score a major legislative victory before the end of the year.
  
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• Lawmakers behind effort to push Romney for Senate run say now is the time

  14-11-2017 01:14
  SALT LAKE CITY — Now is the time for Mitt Romney to run for the U.S. Senate, several state lawmakers said Monday at an event held at the state Capitol to promote an online petition urging Romney to get in the race.
  "We should be electing the best of us, the best morally, politically and professionally. Gov. Romney fits that bill," Sen. Dan Hemmert, R-Orem, said. "We'd be lucky to have Mitt Romney represent us as a U.S. senator."
  Hemmert, behind the Recruit Romney super political action com
  
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• Charges: Salt Lake man opened fire on car, hitting passenger

  14-11-2017 01:05
  SALT LAKE CITY — A Salt Lake man was charged Monday with shooting at a vehicle more than two dozen times, striking the passenger.
  Dustin Domoneke Larosa, 20, is charged in 3rd District Court with nine counts of discharge of a firearm, a third-degree felony.
  On Nov. 7, Larosa pulled up to a car parked in front of a home to block it, got out of his vehicle along with a second person, and opened fire on the two people inside the other car, according to charging documents.
  A 17-year-old girl p
  
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• Miller family donates $5.3M to University of Utah to fight diabetes

  14-11-2017 00:15
  
  The grandson of the late Larry H. Miller choked up Monday as he described what is was like as a teenager to witness the effects of the diabetes that took the life of the man who raised him.
  
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