finance
S&P 500 Gains 0.39% as Global Markets Rally Higher
The S&P 500 in USD, plus major global indices, gold and currencies, with market context for Salt Lake City investors and retirement savings and pension balances.
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wellness
Hydration in the Local Climate: How Much and What to Drink
Salt Lake City residents at elevation face higher fluid needs during peak summer heat.
Politics
Salt Lake City 2026 Capital Projects Ordinance Ties Road and Transit Funds to Local Hiring Requirements
The ordinance sets aside portions of the city budget for street repairs, TRAX extensions and workforce programs that directly shape commute times, hiring at construction sites and maintenance schedules for Salt Lake City households.
Politics
Salt Lake City Election Coverage Policy 2026: Voter Guide
Understand how Utah's new election transparency rules affect Salt Lake City voters. Learn where to find verified candidate profiles and voting information for 2026.
Politics
Salt Lake City Freezes Some Fees, Raises Utility Rates in 2027 Budget
Mayor Erin Mendenhall's fiscal year 2027 budget holds the line on some municipal fees while hiking utility rates, with tangible effects on what residents pay month to month.
Politics
Salt Lake City Council Approves Zoning Changes for Affordable Housing
New zoning policy aims to increase affordable housing supply, impacting rental options and neighborhood development for local residents.
Politics
Salt Lake City Candidates Propose Tax Relief, Utility Fixes for Housing Crisis
With inflation still pressuring rents and energy costs, 2026 candidates are proposing local tax relief and utility regulation changes that could affect how much Salt Lake City residents spend on housing and power each month.
Politics
Utah Legislature's Education Funding Bill Could Reshape Salt Lake City Classroom Budgets
New state legislation ties school district spending to student enrollment changes, forcing Salt Lake City to adjust teacher hiring and program funding as population shifts reshape the region.
Politics
Salt Lake City Council Advances New Affordable Housing Incentives and Transit Funding
New local policy changes will expand affordable housing options and improve public transit access for thousands of Salt Lake City residents.
Politics
Salt Lake City's 2026 races will reshape three council seats, mayor's office.
With three City Council seats and the mayor's office on the November ballot, Salt Lake City residents have a direct stake in which candidates win, and which city services follow.
property
Salt Lake Suburbs Flip: Buying Now Beats Renting for First Time
A historic flip in Utah's real estate math is pushing renters toward mortgages in Draper, Lehi, and other outer-ring communities as interest rates stabilize and construction slows.
lifestyle
Salt Lake City's Coffee Scene Transforms With New Micro-Roasters and Community Spaces
From the growth of micro-roasters to the shift toward community-focused hubs, the city's caffeinated landscape has matured.
news
House Passes Iran War Powers Resolution as Senate Rejects Measure
Congressional action follows a June Senate vote and coincides with elevated national fuel prices.
wellness
Salt Lake City Residents Transform Daily Walks Into Mindfulness Practice
Salt Lake City's wellness community is rediscovering an ancient practice that requires nothing but your feet and attention-and it's transforming commutes across the valley.
finance
S&P 500 rose 1.24% as global markets advance
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Salt Lake City investors and retirement balances.
news
Brennan Center Warns of Mass Voter Challenges Ahead of 2026 Midterms
Analysis shows private challenges from the 2024 cycle could pressure election officials and voters as the next midterms near.
news
Trump Nominates Cameron Hamilton to Lead FEMA, Reshaping Salt Lake City Emergency Response
President Trump's nomination of Cameron Hamilton to head FEMA brings renewed attention to how agency decisions may affect local disaster preparedness and community support in Utah.
news
Stuart Adams loses Utah Senate primary over data center controversy
Utah Senate President Stuart Adams lost his Republican primary for District 7 and will leave the seat at the end of the year, with coverage tying the result to a data center proposal.
property
Salt Lake City Home Prices Return to 2021 Peak Amid Tight Inventory
Median sale prices have returned to levels last recorded during the 2021 surge, driven by limited inventory along the Wasatch Front.
wellness
How Much Water to Drink in Salt Lake City's Heat
Salt Lake City's high desert climate demands more daily fluids than standard guidelines. Learn hydration targets for July heat and low humidity at 4,226 feet elevation.
wellness
Salt Lake City Dog Parks Become Social Fitness Hubs for Residents
Salt Lake City residents are using dog-friendly parks for group workouts and social runs that combine pet exercise with human fitness routines.