religion Today

Is God making a comeback with young adults? Survey shows a return to religion. Here’s what that looks like in Utah.

— A national survey and interviews with Utah faith leaders suggest a growing trend of young adults returning to religion, with examples from Utah's Presbyterian, Jewish, and Islamic communities showing increased…

KSL's Inside Sources 3d ago

Stiffer penalties, fines announced for teams that make expletive chats aimed at BYU during sporting events

— The Big 12 Conference announced stiffer penalties and fines for teams that engage in expletive chants aimed at BYU during sporting events, following an incident at UCF. The move reflects heightened sensitivity around…

More: Fox 13 , KJZZ , KUTV 2News All 4 reports

Salt Lake Tribune 3d ago

BYU is going where only a handful of other schools have gone before

— Brigham Young University's J. Reuben Clark Law School is launching a Religious Liberty Clinic, offering law students hands-on experience in religious freedom cases, including potential Supreme Court cases. The program…

Salt Lake Tribune (YouTube) 5d ago

Would Joseph Smith be a progressive or conservative in today’s political landscape?

— The article explores Joseph Smith's 1844 presidential campaign, highlighting his idealistic approach and alignment with marginalized groups, and contrasts it with today's political climate to draw lessons for…

More: Salt Lake Tribune All 2 reports

Salt Lake Tribune 3d ago

LDS founder Joseph Smith’s presidential campaign and the not-so-secret ballots in Nauvoo

— The article explores Joseph Smith's 1844 presidential campaign and the practice of bloc voting and non-secret ballots in Nauvoo, Illinois, highlighting its relevance to Utah's LDS community and historical context.