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UPDATE: Records for West Valley City juveniles released, after open records arguments

January 11, 2017

After two days of oral arguments and three hearings in December, a Utah judge reversed her decision to seal charges and evidence against three teens accused of causing the November death of West Valley City Police Officer Cody Brotherson. The teens allegedly triggered a police chase while driving a stolen car and hit the officer as he attempted … More UPDATE: Records for West Valley City juveniles released, after open records arguments

A message from Headliners President McKenzie Romero

December 18, 2016

Dearest journalists, As we near the end of 2016, it is clear this year has been one of milestones as well as stumbling blocks for journalists around the country and in our state. Now more than ever, I hope our commitment to sharing essential information and telling compelling stories will underscore all that we do. … More A message from Headliners President McKenzie Romero

Winners announced in 2016 Utah SPJ contest

June 24, 2016

The Utah Headliners are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s local journalism contest. This year’s competition proved to be our strongest yet, with more than 860 entries coming in from media outlets on all platforms. Winners and finalists, along with the 2016 Honorees, were recognized Thursday night in Salt Lake City at a … More Winners announced in 2016 Utah SPJ contest

Join us June 23 at The Falls for the Utah Headliners banquet

May 16, 2016

It’s time again for the Utah Headliners’ annual awards banquet, and this year we’ll be at one of the top new venues in Salt Lake City. Join us Thursday, June 23, at The Falls at Trolley Square! The event kicks off at 6 p.m. with a social hour offering drinks and appetizers for all, followed … More Join us June 23 at The Falls for the Utah Headliners banquet

A wrap-up of records and access bills at the Utah Legislature

March 18, 2016

This session there were multiple bills that addressed open government issues. Perhaps the most far-reaching that passed was H.B. 300 — Body-worn Cameras for Law Enforcement Officers (Rep. McCay, D.) This bill saw many changes. After much work by the Utah Media Coalition, of which Utah Headliners is a member, compromise language was reached that while not all … More A wrap-up of records and access bills at the Utah Legislature

Op-ed: The Utah Headliners make a plea for FOIA improvements

March 18, 2016

The Utah Headliners Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists submitted the following op-ed to Utah news outlets to be published today or anytime this week, Sunshine Week. Sunshine Week is a nationwide celebration of access to public information. It is sponsored by a variety of journalism and civic organizations. For more information about Sunshine … More Op-ed: The Utah Headliners make a plea for FOIA improvements

Utah SPJ’s annual journalism contest is OPEN!

March 15, 2016

The Utah SPJ Headliners’ annual contest is OPEN, meaning it’s time for you to get a little recognition for all of your hard work in 2015. The contest runs March 15 to April 15. Whether you work in newspapers, television, radio or online, this is the biggest local journalism contest in the state for reporters, … More Utah SPJ’s annual journalism contest is OPEN!