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Salt Lake County Shows Lower Debt Ratio Compared to State Average

Morgan County has the highest debt-to-income ratio in Utah, with a ratio of 6.212:1, making it the most indebted county in the state, according to Federal Reserve data. Following Morgan, Tooele and Wasatch counties rank second and third with ratios of 5.450:1 and 5.263:1, respectively. On the other hand, Salt Lake County has a much lower ratio of 1.254:1, while Utah County sits at 2.862:1, close to the state average of 1.881, which is the highest in the nation. Utah's household debt has seen significant growth over the past two decades, especially in student loan debt, which increased by 441% between 2003 and 2022.

National News

Phoenix Police Face Scrutiny for Arrest of Deaf Man with Cerebral Palsy

The August 19, 2024, arrest of Tyron McAlpin, a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, by Phoenix police officers Benjamin Harris and Kyle Sue has garnered national attention after video footage showed the officers tasing and punching McAlpin. The arrest occurred after McAlpin was accused of assault by another man at a convenience store, although the claim is disputed. McAlpin's inability to respond to the officers’ commands, due to his disabilities, resulted in a violent confrontation. Following public outcry, the Maricopa County Attorney has called for a personal review of the case, while civil rights groups, including the NAACP, demand an investigation into police misconduct and the dropping of charges against McAlpin.

International News

Grand Egyptian Museum Finally Opens to Public After Decades of Delays

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), located near the Great Pyramids of Giza, partially opened to the public after nearly 20 years of delays caused by wars, uprisings, and the pandemic. Spanning over 5 million square feet, the museum holds 700,000 years of Egyptian antiquities and showcases artifacts from four historical periods. Among its highlights are colossal statues, the gold mask of Tutankhamun, and over 3,000 newly restored items, including some never before displayed. While a grand opening is yet to be scheduled, the soft launch has already attracted global interest, with Egyptologists calling it a monumental achievement in preserving Egypt’s cultural heritage.

Sports News

Aaron Judge’s Seventh-Inning Home Run Powers Yankees to Game 2 Victory

Aaron Judge hit his first home run of the playoffs, leading the New York Yankees to a 6-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of the ALCS, giving the Yankees a 2-0 series lead. Despite a rough outing from ace Gerrit Cole, who allowed 10 base runners over four innings, the Yankees' offense, highlighted by Judge’s 414-foot two-run homer in the seventh inning, secured the win. Gleyber Torres, Anthony Volpe, and Anthony Rizzo contributed with key hits, while the Guardians' Jose Ramirez hit a solo homer late in the game. The series moves to Cleveland for Game 3.

Events  

October 16th

• 🎸 Wale - Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:00 AM

• 🎸 Imagine Dragons - Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:00 AM

October 17th

• 2024 Scarecrow Festival - Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM

• Kublai Khan TX - Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 5:30 PM

October 18th

• Fall Festival – Friday, October 18, 2024 at 11:00 AM

• Utah Snowmobile Show - Friday, October 18, 2024 at 3:00 PM

October 19th

• Salt Lake Downtown Farmers Market - Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 8:00 AM

• Kathleen Madigan - Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 1:00 PM

October 20th

• Paint Nite Brand Creative Events - Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 3:00 PM

• Fall Outlaw Ziptour - Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM

October 21st

• The Noun Show - Monday, October 21, 2024 at 3:30 PM

• Cornbelly's 2024 Pumpkin Fest in Spanish Fork - Monday, October 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM

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