State and National

Son Skips Church, Father Arrested for Child Endangerment

What started out as a normal Sunday morning for Jeffrey Williamson, turned into a nightmare when police officers showed up to his front door and arrested him in front of his family.

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Governor Gary Herbert’s Schedule

July 7, 2014 - July 12, 2014

**The Governor’s schedule is subject to frequent change**

Media representatives are welcome at events designated with “Media Access”

Monday July 7, 2014

1:45 PM – Professional Golfers Association of America (PGA) Tournament

Location – Sandy

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

9:00 AM – Education Excellence meeting

Location – Utah State Capitol

2:00 PM – Jon Pierpont, refugee center update

July 05, 2014

Megyn Kelly Destroys Sandra Fluke’s Claim on Hobby Lobby

Spending and Morality

These Newlyweds Explain Why U.S. Immigration System Needs Fixing

“We wanted to do things right” is the theme of the love story between newlyweds Doug and Magdy Sampson.

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We Have Not Forgotten’: Presidents on the Fourth of July

In a letter to his wife Abigail two days before the American colonies declared independence from Great Britain, John Adams predicted the occasion would be celebrated as “the great anniversary festival” for years to come.

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A Taxing Decision for LeBron James

NBA superstar LeBron James became a free agent this week, prompting speculation about where the four-time league MVP will call home next season.

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Utah Celebrates “Call Your Military Hero Day”

July 3 is dedicated for Utah citizens to strengthen bonds with military veterans, those still serving

SALT LAKE CITY – Gov. Gary R. Herbert will reach out to military veterans as part of  “Call Your Military Hero Day,” tomorrow. The governor encourages all Utahns to take the time to do the same.

South Jordan, Utah Inventor Receives Award at

America’s Largest Invention Show

PITTSBURGH… InventHelp’s INPEXâ, America’s Largest Invention Trade Show, announced several award winners at the closing awards ceremony for the 29th annual show.  All of the inventions were exhibited June 18-20, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center located in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

July 2, 2014

Ron Gordon, Executive Director

Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice

801.538.1432

rbgordon@utah.gov               

Nominees Announced for Court of Appeals Vacancy