Utah Public Radio examines falling LDS birth rates, Trevor Lee charges
October 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM MT · via Utah Public Radio · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Utah Public Radio's "Behind the Headlines" program covered multiple Mormon-related stories in a recent episode, including declining birth rates among Latter-day Saints and felony charges against Trevor Lee, a figure connected to Utah politics.
The birth rate discussion examined demographic shifts within the LDS community and what they signal about changing cultural patterns among younger members. The segment also addressed Lee's legal troubles and their implications.
The program regularly covers Utah and Mormon news for public radio audiences in the Intermountain West.
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