Workforce Services: New unemployment claims continue to decrease
The Utah Department of Workforce Services has released its report for the week of Sept. 6 through 12, which shows a 12% decrease in new claims from the week prior.
Gov. Herbert announces program to help Utah high school students earn manufacturing certificates, jobs
Utah Gov. Gary R. Herbert on Tuesday announced the launch of the Utah Medical Innovations Pathways program, formed to to help high school graduates leave with a certification in medical manufacturing, intended to help them begin a career in life sciences.
College costs on the rise as financial aid borrowing decreases, reports say
The cost of attending a four-year college, including tuition, books and living expenses, hit another record high in 2016, while overall student loan borrowing continues to decrease, the College Board said.
Utah State Liquor Store in Moab closes after employee tests positive for COVID-19
The Utah State Liquor Store in Moab has been closed temporarily after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
Breaking: Mary Beckerle reinstated as Huntsman Cancer Institute CEO after protests, petition
fter a closed-door meeting at the University of Utah, the president's office released a statement saying that Mary Beckerle -- booted last week as CEO and director of the Huntsman Cancer Institute -- will be reinstated immediately.
Gymboree files for bankruptcy, plans to close up to 450 stores; fate of 13...
Children's clothing chain Gymboree announced Monday it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and plans to slash debt by closing several hundred stores. The company was not announced if any of Utah's 13 stores and outlets may close.
Granny swatting, lobster smuggling, People Who are Going to Hell! ‘The Todd and Erin...
Ever heard of "swatting?" It's when you call in a false report of murder or a hostage situation, etc. The police have to mobilize all their troops and race to the rescue -- to discover it was a prank.
Rash of bomb threats emailed to businesses in Utah, nationwide
A rash of bomb threats have been received Thursday around Utah and across the nation.
Democrats unveil bill to raise minimum wage to $15
With the support of 181 cosponsors, congressional Democrats introduced legislation Wednesday to gradually increase the federal minimum wage to $15 by 2024.
Park City Police seek suspect who stole $1K of cosmetics
Park City Police are searching for a suspect who stole $1,000 worth of cosmetics from a Main Street boutique during the Sundance Film Festival.
Owners of Layton Hills Mall, 71 other locations, close businesses for Thanksgiving holiday
Just days after Minneapolis' Mall of America announced it will be closed for Thanksgiving, a major American mall operator followed suit -- pledging to keep its doors closed through the November holiday.
Mayor Biskupski to honor longtime restaurateur, business leader, philanthropist Tom Guinney with Key to...
Mayor Jackie Biskupski will give out her second Key to the City Friday.
Trader Joe’s to rebrand some products after petition calls for removal of ‘racist’ packaging
U.S. grocery store chain Trader Joe's said it will change the packaging of its international food products after an online petition called its branding "racist."
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy
Fast-fashion retailer Forever 21 has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The U.S. company said in a statement Sunday that it voluntarily filed for bankruptcy in the District of Delaware to "facilitate a global restructuring"...