🌱BLM Protest Gunman To Stand Trial + Zoning Raising House Prices

Salt Lake City UT

20 October, 2021

6:06 PM

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Hey, Salt Lake City! Let's get you all caught up to start this Thursday, October 21 off on an informed note. These are the most important things going on in town today. First, today's weather: Partly sunny. High: 67 Low: 45. Here are the top stories in Salt Lake City today: A judge on Wednesday ordered a Salt Lake man to stand trial for attempted aggravated murder after he allegedly fired his gun during a Black Lives Matter protest in June 2020. In addition to attempted aggravated murder, a first-degree felony, Jesse Taggart, 34, was also ordered to stand trial on charges of aggravated assault and discharge of a firearm with injury, second-degree felonies; and riot, a third-degree felony. He has pleaded not guilty to all the charges. (KSL.com)Utah's extraordinary demographic and economic growth has brought zoning to the forefront of housing policy discussions. It has become apparent that although zoning restrictions may confer benefits, they also raise housing prices. Since 2015, the median sales price of a home in Salt Lake County increased from $269,000 to $405,000, and the monthly mortgage payment on a median-priced home increased from $1,490 to $2,110. (Press Release Desk)Two people are now in custody after a shooting in Salt Lake City's Liberty Park on Wednesday. (ABC 4) It's been more than a year and a half since the historic Grand Theatre has hosted a full stage production due to the pandemic, but it's back – and better than ever, starting with The Rocky Horror Show. (Press Release Desk) In a recent tweet, officials broke down the 12 astrological signs and their willingness to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Salt Lake County. Salt Lake County Leos took the top spot with 70% being fully vaccinated against the virus. (KUTV 2News) Today's Salt Lake City Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Planning to buy or refinance a home? Here's what you need to know about the five types of mortgage loans (and which one is right for you). Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Salt Lake City: Anxiety and Depression in Teens and Tweens (Events) - Salt Lake Arts Academy (5:30 PM) You can get your local business featured right here in the newsletter for just $79/month. Click here to learn more. Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Sean Peek About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.