Alixel Cabrera

Salt Lake City

Reporter at Utah News Dispatch

Reporter at @UTNewsDispatch. Previously @sltrib west side reporter with @Report4America

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First measles case confirmed in Utah amid national outbreaks • Utah News Dispatch

1 week ago | utahnewsdispatch.com | Alixel Cabrera

by Alixel Cabrera, Utah News Dispatch June 20, 2025 Amid national outbreaks spreading across the nation, Utah has confirmed its first case of measles. A Utah County adult has been diagnosed with measles, state health officials said on Friday. The person was unvaccinated and didn’t report any out-of-state exposure, meaning that the infection was transmitted within Utah, they warned.
First measles case confirmed in Utah amid national outbreaks

1 week ago | stgeorgeutah.com | Alixel Cabrera

Amid national outbreaks spreading across the nation, Utah has confirmed its first case of measles. A Utah County adult has been diagnosed with measles, state health officials said on Friday. The person was unvaccinated and didn’t report any out-of-state exposure, meaning that the infection was transmitted within Utah, they warned. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services said it hasn’t identified any other cases in the state as of Friday morning.
Utah to sign $57 million settlement with Purdue Pharma over its role in opioid crisis

1 week ago | heraldextra.com | Alixel Cabrera

Kyle Dunphey, Utah News DispatchUtah Attorney General Derek Brown talks to reporters during his first press conference at the Utah State Capitol Building on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025. It’s almost official.
Legislative panel advances first nuclear bill ahead of next year’s general session

1 week ago | utahnewsdispatch.com | Alixel Cabrera

Utah lawmakers say they want the 2026 legislative session to pave the way for development of one of their most sought-after new resources — nuclear energy. The House Concurrent Resolution Regarding Advanced Nuclear Manufacturing, proposed by Rep.
Utah to sign $57 million settlement with Purdue Pharma over its role in opioid crisis

1 week ago | utahnewsdispatch.com | Alixel Cabrera

by Alixel Cabrera, Utah News Dispatch June 17, 2025 It’s almost official. Utah is close to signing a settlement to receive $57 million in an agreement with the Sackler family and its former pharmaceutical company Purdue Pharma, the manufacturers of OxyContin, over their role in the country’s opioid epidemic.
Beloved Utah fashion designer’s friends remember his life and his last moments

1 week ago | utahnewsdispatch.com | Alixel Cabrera

Those familiar with Arthur “Afa” Ah Loo’s fashion work can quickly identify cohesive characteristics in his pieces — they are freeflowing, comfortable and fitting for every size. Ah Loo himself shared a lot of his gowns’ nature, his friends say, as a soft spoken, yet strong presence in his family and the Utah Pacific Islander community.
Man dies after being shot in chaotic scene at Salt Lake City’s ‘No Kings’ protest

1 week ago | idahocapitalsun.com | Alixel Cabrera

A 39-year-old man died Saturday night after being shot during Salt Lake City’s “No Kings” protest while a crowd of about 10,000 people marched near 151 S. State St., the Salt Lake City Police Department confirmed Sunday. Need to get in touch? Have a news tip? Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, a Utah resident, was shot at the demonstration.
Man dies after being shot in chaotic scene at Salt Lake City’s ‘No Kings’ protest

1 week ago | utahnewsdispatch.com | Alixel Cabrera

A 39-year-old man died Saturday night after being shot during Salt Lake City’s “No Kings” protest while a crowd of about 10,000 people marched near 151 S. State Street, the Salt Lake City Police Department confirmed Sunday. Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, a Utah resident, was shot at the demonstration. Despite life-saving efforts from SWAT medics and Salt Lake City Fire, Ah Loo died at an area hospital.
New West Valley hospital starts construction, hoping to bridge health disparities • Utah News Dispatch

2 weeks ago | utahnewsdispatch.com | Alixel Cabrera

by Alixel Cabrera, Utah News Dispatch June 13, 2025 Before Dennis Menjivar became a first-year medical student, he was a 5-year-old West Valley City resident who had to watch his dad drive miles to the east, past Interstate 15, to take his grandfather to medical appointments at the University of Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Utah proposes developing uranium processing facility on military grounds

2 weeks ago | stgeorgeutah.com | Alixel Cabrera

As Utah Gov. Spencer Cox makes a high bet on nuclear energy, advancing processes to make Utah a nuclear hub, the state announced it is studying to lease military land for an uranium enrichment facility. Newcomer company Utah Energy is planning to sublease a piece of Camp Williams, located at the south end of Bluffdale, to refine uranium into concentrations to make it a suitable fuel for nuclear reactors.

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Articles

First measles case confirmed in Utah amid national outbreaks • Utah News Dispatch

First measles case confirmed in Utah amid national outbreaks

Utah to sign $57 million settlement with Purdue Pharma over its role in opioid crisis

Legislative panel advances first nuclear bill ahead of next year’s general session

Utah to sign $57 million settlement with Purdue Pharma over its role in opioid crisis

Beloved Utah fashion designer’s friends remember his life and his last moments

Man dies after being shot in chaotic scene at Salt Lake City’s ‘No Kings’ protest

Man dies after being shot in chaotic scene at Salt Lake City’s ‘No Kings’ protest

New West Valley hospital starts construction, hoping to bridge health disparities • Utah News Dispatch

Utah proposes developing uranium processing facility on military grounds

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