Author: Kevin Thompson

Ogden, UT – Amid rising anxiety over immigration policies, undocumented immigrants in Utah are reporting an increase in fear and uncertainty. The source of this growing concern is the incoming Trump administration’s stance on illegal immigration, with a particular focus on deporting those who commit crimes. Local immigration attorneys note that the influx of worried clients seeking legal advice has surged in recent weeks. Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs has been a vocal figure in this intensified climate. In a recent statement, Staggs warned that individuals with criminal intent should stay out of the city. “If they’ve got criminal intent, that’s…

Ogden, UT — A proposal to convert a vacant assisted-living facility into long-term housing for chronically homeless individuals in Ogden’s east-central neighborhood is sparking controversy among city leaders and residents. The plan, which would transform the former Aspen Care Center at 2325 Madison Ave. into a 25-unit facility for low-income, chronically homeless people with disabilities, is set to be discussed further at the Ogden City Council meeting on January 14. While the proposal has garnered strong support from public and homeless advocates, it has also faced vocal opposition from several city council members and the mayor, who argue that the…