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Impeachment investigation 'highly likely,' House majority leader says

A legislative investigation into Swallow that would mark a possible impeachment proceedings is "highly likely."

Impeachment investigation 'highly likely,' House majority leader says

A legislative investigation into Attorney General John Swallow that would mark the beginning of possible impeachment proceedings is "highly likely," House Majority Leader Brad Dee, R-Ogden, said... Read more »

8 hours ago

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Governor Herbert says he won't change his mind on Snake Valley water sharing agreement

Despite urging by members of the State Water Development Commission, Utah Gov. Gary Herbert reiterated Tuesday he will not change his mind and will not sign a controversial water sharing agreement... Read more »

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BYU poll: Majority favor impeachment, resignation for Attorney General John Swallow

The results of a new BYU poll show that support for embattled Utah Attorney General John Swallow is "extremely low," hovering at around 12 percent. Read more »

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2 others back up extortion claims against Swallow, Shurtleff

Two former employees of imprisoned businessman Marc Session Jenson back up their boss' claims against A.G. John Swallow and former A.G. Mark Shurtleff in sworn statements included in weekend court... Read more »

June 16, 2013

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Will House vote for impeachment proceedings against Swallow?

Utah House Republicans gather Wednesday for an extended caucus meeting to consider whether to begin impeachment proceedings against Attorney General John Swallow. Here's a look a what's at stake... Read more »

June 16, 2013

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Stunning court filing claims 'shakedown' by Swallow, Shurtleff

Attorneys for imprisoned swindler Marc Sessions Jenson filed court documents Saturday claiming he is a victim of a "shakedown" by embattled Attorney General John Swallow and his predecessor, Mark... Read more »

June 15, 2013

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New prison relocation effort begins with a question: Does a move make sense?

At the kick-off meeting Wednesday of the state's new prison relocation board, members talked about how to answer the question of whether a move makes sense. Read more »

June 12, 2013

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Gov. Herbert seeking nominations for State School Board seat

Gov. Gary R. Herbert is seeking nominees for District 6 of the Utah State School Board. Read more »

June 12, 2013

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Governor: If Attorney General John Swallow worked for me, he'd be gone

Gov. Gary Herbert said Tuesday that if embattled Attorney General John Swallow worked for him, he'd be gone. Read more »

June 11, 2013

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Applications being taken for Utah Court of Appeals judicial seat

Applications are now being accepted for the position of judge of the Utah Court of Appeals. The vacancy results from the pending retirement of Judge William A. Thorne Jr., effective Sept. 15. Read more »

June 11, 2013

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Utah becoming too reliant on accolades, economist warns

A renowned business and economic analyst is warning leaders against believing all the media “hype” about Utah’s fiscal management. Read more »

June 10, 2013

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House, Senate Dems want Legislature to investigate A.G. John Swallow

Democratic lawmakers want the Utah Legislature to investigate allegations swirling around embattled Attorney General John Swallow. Read more »

June 10, 2013

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State extends deadline to hire special counsel to investigate A.G. John Swallow

With only two law firms responding to the request for special counsel to investigate alleged election law violations regarding Attorney General John Swallow, the state is extending the bid period... Read more »

June 7, 2013

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Proposed bill prompted by Powell case and S.L. homicide

A Utah lawmaker is eyeing legislation that would give a judge the ability to revoke child custody and restrict visitation in cases where a parent is suspected of murdering a spouse. Read more »

June 6, 2013

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Alliance for a Better Utah latest to call for A.G. John Swallow to resign

The left-leaning Alliance for a Better Utah is the latest group to call for Attorney General John Swallow to step down. Read more »

June 6, 2013

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SLC school board approves property tax increase

The Salt Lake City School Board voted to approve a property tax increase Tuesday. The increase would raise $3.6 million for the district. Read more »

June 4, 2013

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Utah Guard Col. Val Peterson promoted to brigadier general

Col. Val L. Peterson, commander of the Utah National Guard’s Land Component Command, was promoted to brigadier general in an official ceremony Saturday. Read more »

June 3, 2013

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Guv appoints S.L. County mayor, others to prison relocation committee

Gov. Gary Herbert named Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams and five others Wednesday to the board charged with looking at a new location for the state prison. Read more »

May 29, 2013

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Utah's Count My Vote caucus initiative moving forward

Plans are moving forward to launch an initiative petition drive to let voters decide if candidates should be able to bypass the caucus and convention system used by political parties. Read more »

May 25, 2013

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Utah ranks No. 1 for economic outlook for sixth year in a row

For the sixth year in a row, Utah's economic outlook ranks No. 1 in the nation. Read more »

May 23, 2013

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Report: Medicaid expansion will cost taxpayers

A long-awaited report highlighting the costs and benefits of Medicaid expansion in Utah was released by the state's health department Thursday. Read more »

May 23, 2013

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$2.6B needed for Utah to reach per-pupil national education spending average

Lawmakers met Wednesday for the first meeting of the Education Task Force. The task force was created during the most recent legislative session to advance long-term planning and goals for public... Read more »

May 22, 2013

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Education coalition attacks Utah's efforts to get federal lands

A new network that includes representation by school board members, teachers, college and high school students says Utah's efforts to get control of federal lands is the wrong move. They say it... Read more »

May 22, 2013

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Senator wants to offer incentives to attract gunmakers to Utah

Sen. Howard Stephenson, R-Draper, wants to offer gun manufacturers incentives that could include tax breaks to relocate in Utah. Read more »

May 20, 2013

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Gov. Herbert seeking nominations for State School Board seat

Gov. Gary R. Herbert is seeking nominees for District 6 of the Utah State School Board. Read more »

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