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Utah’s Lawsuit Against Snapchat Uncovers Alarming Impact on Teens and Disturbing AI Practices

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SALT LAKE CITY — A lawsuit filed by the Utah Department of Commerce against Snapchat has uncovered disturbing trends regarding the app’s impact on young users in the state. The legal action, initiated by the Division of Consumer Protection and spearheaded by the Utah Attorney General’s Office, was officially lodged against Snap, Inc. on June 30, 2025. Initially, many details of the complaint were kept confidential, but recent revelations have exposed serious concerns. The lawsuit highlights that since 2020, teenagers in Utah have spent a staggering 8 million minutes on Snapchat, equating to more than … Read more

Utah’s Voucher Law Struck Down: Implications for Idaho’s Education Policy Under Scrutiny

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SALT LAKE CITY — A state law in Utah that provided funding for private education has been deemed unconstitutional by a state court, raising questions about similar legislation in other states, particularly Idaho. The ruling was a significant development for opponents of school vouchers, who argued that the funding designated for private schools violated the state’s constitutional provision barring the use of public funds for religious purposes. The decision has sparked intense discussion within educational and political circles, as advocates for public education celebrate the ruling while supporters of the voucher system express concerns about … Read more

Utah’s Chief Justice Raises Alarm Over Bill Impacting Judicial Independence, Warns of Eroded Public Trust

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SALT LAKE CITY — The Chief Justice of the Utah Supreme Court, Matthew Durrant, has voiced strong opposition against a proposed bill that he argues could significantly undermine public trust in the judiciary. In a recent letter directed to Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz and Senate President J. Stuart Adams, Chief Justice Durrant expressed concern over House Bill 512. This bill, championed by House Majority Whip Karianne Lisonbee, aims to create a legislative committee to evaluate judges up for retention elections. Chief Justice Durrant criticized the bill for potentially introducing partisan influences into judicial proceedings. … Read more

Utah’s Public Lands Dispute Ignites Legal Battle Over Constitutional Claims

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SALT LAKE CITY — A new legal challenge has been mounted by the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA) against the state of Utah, questioning the constitutionality of its lawsuit concerning public lands. This lawsuit, which questions federal authority over these lands, has escalated tensions regarding land ownership and state rights. SUWA alleges in the lawsuit filed Wednesday that the state’s actions defy the Utah Constitution, which clearly stipulates that the lands primarily owned by federal government and native tribes are beyond state claims. This argument cites Article Three of the state constitution, underscoring a potentially … Read more