Author: Kevin Thompson

SALT LAKE CITY, UT — Senate Bill 330, which aims to overhaul the licensing requirements for barbers and cosmetologists, has moved forward after passing a vote in the Business and Labor Committee. The bill, sponsored by Senator Scott Sandall (R), proposes significant changes to the state’s professional licensing structure by introducing micro-licenses or permits, which would allow aspiring professionals to specialize in specific fields with reduced training requirements. Currently, to obtain a full cosmetology license, individuals must undergo extensive training, such as 1,200 hours for a master esthetician license. However, under the proposed bill, those looking to focus on specific…

WEST JORDAN, Utah — Police are investigating a drive-by shooting that left a 15-year-old male injured late Sunday evening in West Jordan. The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. near the intersection of Gold Medal Drive and Luge Lane. According to the West Jordan Police Department (WJPD), the teenager was shot during a drive-by and was immediately transported to a local hospital. His current condition remains unclear, though authorities confirmed he is alive. The police have not disclosed further details regarding the severity of his injuries. At this time, the suspects involved in the shooting are still at large. The WJPD…