From Darby Doyle, Utah Department of Natural Resources   SALT LAKE CITY — With the warmer weather, rattlesnakes will begin emerging from their winter dens, and you may encounter one while hiking or spending time outdoors. Here are some tips to help you stay safe and aware while recreating outside this spring and summer.  …

From Jason Gardner, Utah State Tax Commission   SALT LAKE CITY (April 4, 2025) – The Utah State Tax Commission is warning taxpayers about a fraudulent letter circulating in Utah that falsely claims the recipient owes unpaid state taxes. The letter, designed to resemble an official government notice, threatens legal action, liens, or asset seizure…

By Darby Doyle, Utah Department of Natural Resources SALT LAKE CITY —  The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is releasing its proposed big game hunting permit numbers for 2025 and is also proposing some changes to big game hunting rules in Utah. The DWR is asking for the public’s feedback on these recommendations, as well…

By Michael Sanchez, Utah Division of Water Resources SALT LAKE CITY (March 27, 2025) – Utah is grappling with varied water conditions. While recent storms have brought the statewide snow water equivalent to 82% of normal peak for the year, southern Utah continues to trend much below normal. “We are seeing our snow water equivalent decline as the…

Gov. Spencer Cox let the controversial bill become law without his signature late Thursday. By Addy Baird, The Salt Lake Tribune    This article is published through the Utah News Collaborative, a partnership of news organizations in Utah that aims to inform readers across the state.   Utah became the first state in the nation…

“Amendments to Election Law,” or HB300, has been criticized as a policy change that will make it more difficult for some communities to vote. By Emily Anderson Stern, The Salt Lake Tribune This article is published through the Utah News Collaborative, a partnership of news organizations in Utah that aims to inform readers across the…

Utah consumers have the right to request companies delete their genetic data From Madison McMicken, Office of the Attorney General    The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) and Office of the Utah Attorney General (OAG) are issuing a consumer alert regarding the recent bankruptcy filing by 23andMe, a direct-to-consumer genetic testing…

If signed by Gov. Spencer Cox, SB197 will replace abatement programs in favor of a deferral system for new applicants starting in 2026. By Andrew Christiansen, The Times-Independent   This article is published through the Utah News Collaborative, a partnership of news organizations in Utah that aims to inform readers across the state   Each…

By Faith Heaton Jolley, Utah Department of Natural Resources   SALT LAKE CITY — Each year, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources captures big game animals to perform important health assessments and to place GPS collars on the animals to learn more about their migration patterns and survival rates. This winter, a record 1,901 big…

SB37 would take the portion of revenue that schools earn through local tax levies and deposit it into Utah’s general fund. By Carmen Nesbitt, The Salt Lake Tribune    This article is published through the Utah News Collaborative, a partnership of news organizations in Utah that aims to inform readers across the state.   The…

Legislature To Provide Tax Relief for Utahns – Again From Aundrea Peterson, Utah Senate   SALT LAKE CITY – Utahns deserve to keep more of their hard-earned money throughout every stage of life. Whether it’s retirees on fixed incomes, young families or hardworking individuals, this session’s $127 million in tax relief offers meaningful financial support…

Friends and neighbors, With week 7 done, the 2025 Utah Legislative session is now at a close. There are some key highlights from this busy, successful legislative session last week to review. Bullying has no place in our schools. Not only does it disrupt a student’s ability to learn and build positive relationships, but it…