A Senate proposal would let Utahns bypass local zoning to add security features to their homes if the state finds the protection is warranted. Some Park City residents fear it could fast track construction of an Old Town home embroiled in a lawsuit.

As the war with Russia rages on thousands of miles away, many of those who are currently in Utah, but call Ukraine home, hold out hope for the future of their country.

Chernov shared his thoughts about “2000 Meters to Andriivka,” a co-production between the AP and PBS Frontline, the cognitive dissonance of whiplashing between a movie release and the frontlines, as well as his responsibility to Ukraine. Remarks have been edited for clarity and brevity.

Three years after Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine, a member of the Utah House of Representatives marked the occasion while urging support for Ukraine's fight for freedom.