Starter Homes Could Soon Make a Return in SLC

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Salt Lake City is considering a zoning change that could bring starter homes back to more neighborhoods and, over time, expand affordable housing options. On today's episode, Host Maria Shilaos speaks with Turner Britton, Executive Director of Wasatch Advocates for Livable Communities, about what the proposal could mean for the city.

Plus, Salt Lake County is adding ballot boxes and polling locations ahead of the election, Salt Lake City residents weigh in on the future of three closed school buildings and Kearns is handing out sensor-equipped light bulbs in an effort to deter crime.

And before you go: Utah’s young runners are getting faster. We’ll explore “trackflation” and talk with the coach of 13-year-old Provo runner Angelina Alder, who recently set a world-record mile.

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