Utah

Red Flag Warnings remain in effect for parts of northeast Utah and northwest Colorado due to strong winds and low humidity. Scattered thunderstorms bring lightning risk, while triple-digit temperatures are expected by the weekend.

Sunny skies and spring wind lead today's forecast, while local headlines include Chinle’s graduation, energy grant concerns, Utah GOP news, and a major Colorado media shakeup.

This week, we explore the cultural significance of Bears Ears, a safe parking program for workers, and the impact of federal immigration laws on local communities.

Utah is now the first state in the nation to ban adding fluoride to drinking water. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with Utah dentist James Bekker about the impact on oral health.

New polling shows most Utahns oppose proposals to expand oil and gas drilling on public lands, despite efforts by the U.S. House to overhaul Biden-era restrictions and the Bureau of Land Management’s actions.

Afternoon storms bring gusty winds, snow, and slick conditions. The Cortez Finance Director meet-and-greet is on May 14th. Firewood permits are available, and Utah opens Food Security Grants.

Utah is using a technology that can add more water to the state's supply. Others in the Colorado River basin are looking to expand.

Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88. His legacy of humility and simplicity continues to inspire Catholics worldwide. Meanwhile, Utah faces worsening drought conditions, prompting a state of emergency.

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected an effort by the state of Utah to get the Bureau of Land Management to give up control of lands in that state. And in related news, two polls released Tuesday show strong public support for some national monuments that may be in the crosshairs of the Trump administration.

With water supply is dwindling in the West, Utah is Utah trying to figure out who can divert water from streams and rivers — and when they can do it. But there isn’t a consistent statewide distribution system in place, and without it, celebrated changes to water law fall flat.