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PBS News will provide live coverage of President Trump’s address to the nation Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7:00 PM MT. The spe...
12/18/2025

PBS News will provide live coverage of President Trump’s address to the nation Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7:00 PM MT. The speech is expected to last about 15–20 minutes.
Watch on PBS Utah, PBS Utah LIVE TV, or stream at pbs.org/newshour.

12/17/2025

Collective bargaining is back on the table for Utah’s public unions. What does this mean for teachers, state employees, and the future of labor rights in the Beehive State?

Doug Wilks (Deseret News), and Utah House of Representatives Jefferson Burton (Utah Republican Party) and Jen Dailey-Provost for Utah (Utah House Democratic Caucus) join The Hinckley Report to unpack the political and practical implications—from workplace protections to legislative power plays. Who stands to gain, and what challenges lie ahead?

Watch the full conversation at YouTube.com/ [link in bio] and share your thoughts in the comments.

12/15/2025

Skip the mundane wrapping paper for something magical— foraged greens, succulents, simple butcher paper, and reused boxes. This quick demo will help you channel the woodland gift-giving fairy you were meant to be.

Check out the full episode: youtu.be/IBxx80S89LQ?si=KQDTLtaecZ-EHqmb

Melon Monologues

12/12/2025

Utah lawmakers are looking ahead to a potential Supreme Court ruling on a congressional map fight, after meeting this week for a special session where the legislature changed election deadlines, condemned the judiciary, and repealed a controversial union law. Kelton Wells and Lauren Steinbrecher sat in on the session and got insight from both sides of the debate.

Stay informed with PBS Utah: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube or head to pbsutah.org/utahinsight for more coverage of Utah politics and government.

🎄 This season, let’s turn generosity into joy!We’re proud to partner with Crossroads Urban Center to provide food and cl...
12/11/2025

🎄 This season, let’s turn generosity into joy!
We’re proud to partner with Crossroads Urban Center to provide food and clothing to the families that need it most this holiday season, and we can't do it without YOU.

With your support, we can help Crossroads provide 800 local families with holiday food baskets. Every can of food, every warm coat, every household item you donate helps stock shelves, fill holiday baskets, and bring comfort to families.

96% of items donated to the Crossroads Thrift Store are given away free to those in need. Food goes to the Downtown Pantry, clothing and essentials to the Westside Thrift Store—your impact is immediate and real.

📅 Drop off anytime December 12 from 7:30 AM–6 PM
👉 Details: pbsutah.org/blogs/events/december-12-2025-ebc-winter-food-and-clothing-drive


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Elmo teaming up with Mark Rober to make science fun? Yes, please! We’re so excited to watch their new special, Elmo & Ma...
12/08/2025

Elmo teaming up with Mark Rober to make science fun? Yes, please! We’re so excited to watch their new special, Elmo & Mark Rober’s Merry Giftmas. 🎁 Mark brings his signature creativity—and as a BYU alum, a little Utah pride—to this joyful collaboration. Merry Giftmas everyone!

12/08/2025

Health issues like asthma aren’t the only concern with breathing in Great Salt Lake dust. According to Salt Lake County Health Department, heavy metals found in the dust could lead to an increase in miscarriages, brain disorders, incarceration rates, and substance use. Lauren Steinbrecher shows how Salt Lake County Health is helping people take charge of their health and their lives, with two free programs that offers tools and resources to combat what’s around us in our environment. To learn more about these programs visit pbsutah.org/utahinsight

12/08/2025

I recently came across this American Masters special that aired earlier this year. I thought it was such a charming and unique story that it’s all I wanted to talk about this week.

Ten Times Better is available for free to anyone with the PBS app or you can stream it at video.pbs.org I hope you like it!

12/05/2025

Utah’s housing market is at a crossroads. Rising costs and rapid growth are putting pressure on families—and raising urgent questions about how to keep homes affordable for the next generation.

On this episode of The Hinckley Report, Steve Waldrip, Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy; Natalie Gochnour of The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute; and Steven Bond of Homeownership4u.org examine the policies, trade-offs, and misconceptions shaping Utah’s housing future.

What role does density play? Can Utah balance affordability with community character? These experts break down the debate.

Watch the full discussion at YouTube.com/ [https://youtu.be/e7K21nEJH4g?si=JmBbBMSXdO_oSyKb] and join the conversation in the comments.

| The Hinckley Report

12/05/2025

Statistics show Utah kids are falling behind when it comes to reading, and Gov. Spencer Cox is willing to spend quite a bit of money to help them catch up. His proposed budget for next year has millions of dollars earmarked to improve childhood literacy in the state. PBS Utah's Kelton Wells breaks down the numbers.

12/03/2025

Utah’s housing crunch is forcing tough conversations about density—and what “spread density” really means for growth and affordability.

On this episode of The Hinckley Report, Steve Waldrip, Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy; Natalie Gochnour of The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute; and Steven Bond of Homeownership4u.org examine the policies and misconceptions shaping Utah’s future.

Who benefits from current strategies? What trade-offs come with higher density? And how do we balance community character with housing needs?
Watch the full discussion at YouTube.com/ [https://youtu.be/e7K21nEJH4g?si=JmBbBMSXdO_oSyKb] and join the conversation below.

🎁 Let’s make this holiday season brighter—together! All of us at the Eccles Broadcast Center (PBS Utah, PBS KIDS Utah, K...
12/03/2025

🎁 Let’s make this holiday season brighter—together!
All of us at the Eccles Broadcast Center (PBS Utah, PBS KIDS Utah, KUER 90.1 Avanza 88.3 Utah Education Network) are teaming up with Crossroads Urban Center for our annual Winter Food & Clothing Drive, and we need YOU to help make a difference.

When you donate, you’re not just giving food or clothes—you’re giving hope to families who need it most. Shelves need stocking, holiday baskets need filling, and neighbors need a little extra love this season.

When we show up, someone’s basic needs are met—and that’s powerful.

📅 Come by December 12th anytime from 7:30 am to 6 pm for a quick and easy drop off.

👉 For more details head to pbsutah.org/blogs/events/december-12-2025-ebc-winter-food-and-clothing-drive

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PBS Utah is Utah's PBS station, providing the state with quality programs 24 hours a day, on four channels. PBS Utah is licensed to The University of Utah, and airs PBS programming plus award-winning, locally-produced documentaries and series. PBS Utah is committed to serving and engaging with the Utah community through its diverse productions, as well as its educational and outreach programs. PBS Utah also provides three other digital channels: World, PBS Kids 24/7 and Create. Learn more about PBS Utah and our station’s mission at pbsutah.org/about.

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