https://ellecrossley.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Elle CrossleyenMon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2025/12/15/refugee-teens-utah-find-their/Developing the skills to argue intelligently allows refugee students to ‘leave the label to the side,’ an organizer said.Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2025/12/15/refugee-teens-utah-find-their/https://www.kuer.org/race-religion-social-justice/2025-10-06/as-homeless-rates-climb-the-street-dawg-crew-helps-utahns-by-supporting-their-pets“I figure I can't fix homelessness, but I can at least help some best friends go to bed with full bellies,” said Street Dawg Crew volunteer Micky Baker.Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/race-religion-social-justice/2025-10-06/as-homeless-rates-climb-the-street-dawg-crew-helps-utahns-by-supporting-their-petshttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-09-26/homeless-advocates-worry-about-local-funding-as-utah-aligns-with-trump-exec-orderUtah’s Homeless Services Board has proposed a consolidation of the state’s three Continua of Care councils. The fear is that change could redirect statewide funding toward Salt Lake’s new homeless campus project.Fri, 26 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-09-26/homeless-advocates-worry-about-local-funding-as-utah-aligns-with-trump-exec-orderhttps://www.kuer.org/health/2025-09-25/utahs-lgbtq-community-is-anxious-about-the-rhetoric-after-charlie-kirks-death“When we reduce people to ideologies and political positions, we're dehumanizing them,” said Heather Holmgren, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Simple Modern Therapy.Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/health/2025-09-25/utahs-lgbtq-community-is-anxious-about-the-rhetoric-after-charlie-kirks-deathhttps://www.kuer.org/health/2025-09-18/maternity-care-is-rare-in-rural-utah-medicaid-cuts-could-grow-the-problemNew research from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute shows seven Utah counties don’t have a birthing hospital. Medicaid cuts threaten more rural locations, which could impact the health of moms and infants.Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/health/2025-09-18/maternity-care-is-rare-in-rural-utah-medicaid-cuts-could-grow-the-problemhttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-09-17/salt-lake-county-jails-are-crowded-cellphones-might-help-reduce-common-bookingsState Rep. Grant Miller thinks the simple idea could increase communication and prevent the low-level charges that make up nearly 40% of Salt Lake County jail bookings.Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-09-17/salt-lake-county-jails-are-crowded-cellphones-might-help-reduce-common-bookingshttps://www.kuer.org/race-religion-social-justice/2025-09-09/missing-transportation-links-could-trip-up-salt-lake-citys-new-homeless-campusA 1,300-bed homeless campus is planned for northwest Salt Lake City, but the nearest public transportation option is 2.5 miles away. Some stakeholders worry the transportation gap will steer individuals away from the campus and the services it provides.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/race-religion-social-justice/2025-09-09/missing-transportation-links-could-trip-up-salt-lake-citys-new-homeless-campushttps://www.cityweekly.net/news/salt-lake-citys-first-food-co-op-anchors-a-new-neighborhood-hub-on-900-south-23661070/It was the words of Harvey Milk that Michael Delgado-Dang, project manager of the Milk Block, said sparked the idea for the new mixed-use development project at 422 E. 900 South.Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.cityweekly.net/news/salt-lake-citys-first-food-co-op-anchors-a-new-neighborhood-hub-on-900-south-23661070/https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-09-03/pornhub-will-pay-utah-5m-to-settle-child-sexual-abuse-material-allegationsThe proposed consent order outlines requirements that Aylo, PornHub’s parent company, stop the distribution of illegal content nationwide, not just in Utah.Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-09-03/pornhub-will-pay-utah-5m-to-settle-child-sexual-abuse-material-allegationshttps://www.kuer.org/health/2025-09-02/utah-scientists-worry-health-research-could-be-swept-up-in-dei-targeted-funding-cutsThe U.S. Supreme Court will allow the Trump administration to cut nearly $800 million in NIH research funding for projects that relate to DEI topics. Utah researchers worry about what that means for the progress of health science in the state.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/health/2025-09-02/utah-scientists-worry-health-research-could-be-swept-up-in-dei-targeted-funding-cutshttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-08-29/new-law-could-compound-the-overcrowding-in-salt-lake-countys-jailsStarting Sept. 1, a new law will restrict one of the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s main methods to control jail overcrowding. Advocates say expanding the jail won’t solve the issue, and the county is failing to address the root of the problem.Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-08-29/new-law-could-compound-the-overcrowding-in-salt-lake-countys-jailshttps://www.kuer.org/education/2025-08-27/utahs-bar-exam-is-changing-law-schools-say-it-will-improve-access-to-justiceStarting July 2028, would-be Utah lawyers will take the NextGen Uniform Bar Examination to start their career. Law professors say it’s more representative of modern practice and will produce more competent attorneys.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/education/2025-08-27/utahs-bar-exam-is-changing-law-schools-say-it-will-improve-access-to-justicehttps://www.kuer.org/news/2025-08-21/2-weeks-before-menzies-execution-the-utah-supreme-court-hears-arguments-over-competencyRalph Menzies' legal team has appealed a Utah judge’s rulings on his mental capacity to the Utah Supreme Court. Their main argument centered around a judge’s denial of a request for a new mental evaluation.Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/news/2025-08-21/2-weeks-before-menzies-execution-the-utah-supreme-court-hears-arguments-over-competencyhttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-08-20/why-do-we-need-to-shoot-him-death-penalty-opponents-want-mercy-for-ralph-menziesRalph Menzies is scheduled to be executed by firing squad on Sept. 5, 2025. Activists, including the brother of Ronnie Lee Gardner, want capital punishment to be abolished in Utah.Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-08-20/why-do-we-need-to-shoot-him-death-penalty-opponents-want-mercy-for-ralph-menzieshttps://www.kuer.org/education/2025-08-13/teacher-pay-still-a-concern-for-utah-districts-seeking-tax-increases-this-yearFunds for public education in Utah vary by school district. That’s left some asking to increase property taxes to secure more revenue to keep skilled educators in their classrooms.Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/education/2025-08-13/teacher-pay-still-a-concern-for-utah-districts-seeking-tax-increases-this-yearhttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-08-13/with-homelessness-up-18-in-utah-mendenhall-leans-again-on-the-state-to-actSalt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall said the city has improved ”the pieces of the system that we control,” and the Legislature now needs to take action to help.Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-08-13/with-homelessness-up-18-in-utah-mendenhall-leans-again-on-the-state-to-acthttps://www.kuer.org/business-economy/2025-08-06/as-grocery-prices-rise-utahns-are-cutting-back-gardening-or-looking-for-helpAbout half of all U.S. adults told a poll that grocery costs are a major stressor in their lives. In Utah, a North Salt Lake pantry has seen demand nearly double in the last year, and others in the state are looking for ways to shave costs.Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/business-economy/2025-08-06/as-grocery-prices-rise-utahns-are-cutting-back-gardening-or-looking-for-helphttps://www.kuer.org/health/2025-07-21/huntsman-mental-health-institute-will-soon-open-a-new-24-7-youth-crisis-centerWhen it opens on July 28, the Youth Crisis Center at the Huntsman Mental Health Institute will care for non-medical emergencies such as emotional distress, anxiety, depression and suicidal behavior.Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/health/2025-07-21/huntsman-mental-health-institute-will-soon-open-a-new-24-7-youth-crisis-centerhttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-07-18/normally-the-west-valley-library-is-a-cool-zone-its-struggling-with-the-heatRight now, the West Valley Library is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. due to limited air conditioning. “As hard as our old building and equipment is working, sometimes it can't quite keep up,” the county said.Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-07-18/normally-the-west-valley-library-is-a-cool-zone-its-struggling-with-the-heathttps://www.cityweekly.net/news/vendors-at-salt-lakes-downtown-farmers-market-anticipate-a-busy-season-as-major-market-expansion-approaches-23333034This season kicked off following big news for the market's future -- a proposed permanent facility in Pioneer Park, allowing vendors to year-round. Development and construction are projected to start as early as 2026, and local vendors say they're optimistic about the transformations on the horizon.Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.cityweekly.net/news/vendors-at-salt-lakes-downtown-farmers-market-anticipate-a-busy-season-as-major-market-expansion-approaches-23333034https://www.kuer.org/sports-recreation/2025-05-28/tiktoks-ilona-maher-is-supercharging-utah-girls-rugby-and-players-confidenceHigh school girls rugby has seen significant growth in the United States over the past few years. In Utah, players say bronze-medal Olympian Ilona Maher has made a tangible difference in their lives on the pitch and beyond.Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.kuer.org/sports-recreation/2025-05-28/tiktoks-ilona-maher-is-supercharging-utah-girls-rugby-and-players-confidencehttps://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2025/05/15/utah-vipers-womens-rugby-team/There’s “no choice but to win” for this team, whose members range in age from 18 to 52.Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2025/05/15/utah-vipers-womens-rugby-team/https://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2025/04/24/lauren-flynn-utah-royals-defender/Through her recovery, the Royals defender says she has had to reckon with her identity as an athlete.Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2025/04/24/lauren-flynn-utah-royals-defender/https://dailyutahchronicle.com/2025/04/16/local-shops-in-utah-are-feeling-the-sting-of-trumps-tariffs/Owners of local shops explain the “precarious position” they now face as they try to retain customers while navigating rising merchandise costs and providing fair employee wages.Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://dailyutahchronicle.com/2025/04/16/local-shops-in-utah-are-feeling-the-sting-of-trumps-tariffs/https://dailyutahchronicle.com/2025/03/29/utah-taylor-randall-withstand-federal/Randall said the restructuring of federal research is in the negotiation phase as the U announces its new physical development plan.Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://dailyutahchronicle.com/2025/03/29/utah-taylor-randall-withstand-federal/https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-03-03/utah-lawmakers-are-considering-commercial-identity-protections-against-aiUtah lawmakers have been eager to embrace artificial intelligence. They’re also looking at some of the technology’s potential harms. One bill would prohibit the unauthorized commercial use of an individual’s artificially recreated identity.Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-03-03/utah-lawmakers-are-considering-commercial-identity-protections-against-aihttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-02-14/utah-lawmakers-agree-student-hunger-is-a-problem-theyve-got-2-ideas-about-itLast year, Utah school districts racked up nearly $2.7 million in school lunch debt. The issue has bipartisan attention as two bills look to expand lunch benefits in Utah’s public schools.Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-02-14/utah-lawmakers-agree-student-hunger-is-a-problem-theyve-got-2-ideas-about-ithttps://www.kuer.org/race-religion-social-justice/2025-02-03/what-the-day-without-immigrants-protest-looked-like-in-parts-of-salt-lake-cityBusinesses across the nation closed their doors Feb. 3 to highlight the role migrants play in the U.S. workforce and economy. Rancho Markets, Prime Auto, La Casa de Tamal and Señor Pollo Mexican Grill were among the Utah businesses who joined the movement.Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.kuer.org/race-religion-social-justice/2025-02-03/what-the-day-without-immigrants-protest-looked-like-in-parts-of-salt-lake-cityhttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-01-30/utah-lawmakers-are-eyeing-signature-gathering-tweaks-and-runoff-electionsTwo bills seek to change some of Utah’s election processes. Ballot signature gathering and runoff elections were up for debate in the House Government Operations Committee on Jan. 30.Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-01-30/utah-lawmakers-are-eyeing-signature-gathering-tweaks-and-runoff-electionshttps://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-01-22/bill-responding-to-utah-county-clerks-ballot-tracking-heads-to-house-floorAfter Utah County Clerk Adam Davidson released details of a senator’s voting method in the last election, lawmakers want to prohibit the “political” release of this information.Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.kuer.org/politics-government/2025-01-22/bill-responding-to-utah-county-clerks-ballot-tracking-heads-to-house-floor