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Utah News
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Utah is under an excessive heat warning, with temperatures reaching 100°F in the Salt Lake Valley and southern regions, prompting health officials to issue air quality alerts due to increased ozone levels. Meanwhile, drought conditions persist across 85% of the state, with Lake Powell's water levels remaining critically low at just 32% capacity.
Political News
Governor Spencer Cox signed a $29 billion state budget that includes funding for water conservation projects and teacher pay raises, while vetoing a bill that would have restricted LGBTQ+ discussions in schools. The legislature is debating a controversial proposal to eliminate the state sales tax on groceries, with a potential special session looming.
Election News
Utah's 2024 U.S. Senate race is heating up, with Republican incumbent Mitt Romney facing a primary challenge from conservative state Rep. Phil Lyman. A ballot initiative to create an independent redistricting commission has qualified for November's ballot after surviving legal challenges.
Legal News
The Utah Supreme Court upheld the state's trigger law banning most abortions, but ruled that exceptions for rape, incest and maternal health must be clearly defined. In a separate case, a federal judge blocked enforcement of Utah's social media age verification law, calling it unconstitutional.
Entertainment News
The Sundance Institute announces its 2025 film festival will expand to 10 days with screenings in both Park City and Salt Lake City. Imagine Dragons announce a surprise hometown concert at Rio Tinto Stadium on june 20, with proceeds benefiting Great Salt Lake conservation efforts.
Town
The Utah Jazz make major offseason moves after landing the #3 pick in the NBA draft, while Real Salt Lake continues its playoff push in the Western Conference. BYU and Utah football both enter preseason ranked in the Top 25, setting up another intense Holy War rivalry game.
Forecast
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Today: 98°F (SLC), 102°F (St. George), red ozone alert
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Tuesday: 96°F, gusty winds
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Wednesday: 94°F, isolated thunderstorms
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Thursday: 92°F, smoky skies (northern Utah)
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Friday: 90°F, partly cloudy
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Saturday: 88°F, breezy
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Sunday: 86°F, slight cooldown
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From drought concerns to political battles, cultural celebrations to town rivalries, Utah continues to make news across the Beehive State. Stay updated on the latest developments from Bear Lake to Zion National Park.
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