Bridger Beal-Cvetko
Here's who's running for the Utah Legislature in 2026
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 8 - 7:06 p.m.
One of Utah's most prominent politicians is facing multiple challengers within his own party.
Legislature appeals redistricting case to Utah Supreme Court
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 8 - 2:17 p.m.
The Utah Legislature is asking the Utah Supreme Court to intervene in the ongoing legal fight over redistricting by appealing an August ruling that threw out the state's congressional map.
Utah Democrats call out 'racist' responses to congressional candidate Liban Mohamed
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 7 - 7:13 p.m.
State Democratic leaders are condemning what they say are racist responses to a campaign video from Utah's newest candidate for Congress.
Utah leaders aim to limit phone use during entire school day
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 7 - 1:20 p.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox and other state leaders announced plans to enact a statewide restriction on cellphones throughout the school day during the upcoming general legislative session.
John Curtis talks Venezuela, Trump and DC gridlock after 1 year in Senate
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 6 - 3:04 p.m.
Utah Sen. John Curtis, marking his first year in the Senate, is pushing back against the Trump administration's plans for Venezuela following the U.S. capture of Nicolas Maduro.
Utah County GOP censures County Commissioner Amelia Powers Gardner
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 5 - 8:20 p.m.
The Utah County GOP censured County Commissioner Amelia Powers Gardner last week, saying she misrepresented her place of residence while trying to vote in a convention in 2024.
Crashes close southbound I-15 near Nephi, UHP says
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 5 - 1:43 p.m.
Southbound I-15 is closed near Nephi due to several crashes, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.
From Charlie Kirk to redistricting fights, a look at the biggest political stories of 2025
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 4 - 5:00 p.m.
From the assassination of Charlie Kirk to fights over congressional maps, here are the biggest stories that shaped Utah politics in 2025.
Utah Rep. Jordan Teuscher faces GOP challenger for reelection
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 2 - 3:04 p.m.
Another Republican state lawmaker is facing an intraparty challenge as he seeks reelection later this year.
Here are 25 new Utah laws that went into effect on Jan. 1
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 1 - 10:11 a.m.
From SNAP soda restrictions to new alcohol ID requirements, here are 25 new laws that take effect in Utah on Jan. 1.
This Utah Republican is challenging a longtime GOP lawmaker for a seat in the Senate
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 31 - 7:11 p.m.
Two more Republican state lawmakers won't be returning to their seats after next year, with one seeking to unseat a GOP senator and another stepping away from lawmaking altogether.
Utah lawmaker to resign as daughter recovers after being hit by truck
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 29 - 3:59 p.m.
Utah Rep. Matthew Gwynn plans to resign in March to spend more time with his family as his daughter recovers from injuries sustained after being hit by a vehicle earlier this year.
Judge paves way for Legislature to appeal redistricting ruling to Utah Supreme Court
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 29 - 3:00 p.m.
A Utah judge partially granted a request from the Legislature to certify her ruling to throw out old congressional maps, opening the door for lawmakers to appeal to the Utah Supreme Court.
US 191 closed in Carbon County for emergency railroad maintenance
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 29 - 1:22 p.m.
U.S. 191 is closed in both directions near Castle Gate in Carbon County due to emergency railroad maintenance in the area.
Podcasting gives Utah politicians a new platform for political discourse
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 28 - 7:11 p.m.
Here's how a pair of Utah state senators are using podcasts to interact with the public.
Have You Seen This? Horse displays majestic mane while pulling carriage
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 26 - 3:30 p.m.
A Gypsy Vanner stallion showed off his majestic mane, worthy of a shampoo commercial, while pulling a carriage earlier this month.
Man arrested with homemade bombs after making antisemitic threats, police say
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 24 - 12:57 p.m.
Police found multiple homemade bombs and an assault rifle in the home of an Ogden man they say made antisemitic threats online.
3 juveniles arrested after Eagle Mountain shooting that injured 1
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 24 - 11:16 a.m.
Police have arrested three juveniles after a shooting in Eagle Mountain Tuesday evening that left one man with critical injuries.
Former Democrat-turned-Republican leaving Utah Legislature to run for local office
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 24 - 7:14 a.m.
Rep. Christine Watkins, R-Price, is joining the ranks of Utah state lawmakers who will not seek reelection, saying she plans to run for a local office instead.
Taylorsville man, 30, killed in crash Monday night, police say
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 23 - 3:21 p.m.
A motorcyclist was killed and two teenagers were injured in a crash late Monday in Taylorsville.
6 new measles cases reported in Utah County
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 22 - 4:04 p.m.
Health officials in Utah County say an additional six measles cases have been reported in the county in the past week.
Utah's longest-serving female legislator to step down after 26 years
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 22 - 3:00 p.m.
Utah's longest-serving female lawmaker announced Monday that she will not seek reelection next year and will conclude her service after 26 years in the Utah Legislature.
Missing couple found dead near Logan River, police say
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 22 - 1:08 p.m.
Logan police say they have found the bodies of a couple who were reported missing on Sunday after relatives found a concerning typewritten note.
Mitt Mamdani? Romney says it's time to tax the rich
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 19 - 1:48 p.m.
Facing Social Security insolvency and a growing national debt, former Utah Sen. Mitt Romney argues wealthy Americans, like him, should be taxed more in a New York Times op-ed.
