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A judge says it is constitutional for candidates to gather signatures to get on the ballot. Polygamist leader Lyle Jeffs will stay in jail as he awaits trial on charges of food stamp fraud. The Salt Lake County Council wants to audit the county recorder's office after questions surfaced about recorder Gary Ott's cognitive abilities. Utah County Republicans want legislative candidates to sign a "fitness pledge." And former Utah Jazz head coach Jerry Sloan reveals he's suffering from Parkinson's disease and dementia.
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Ruling on gathering of signatures; FLDS leader still in jail; Jerry Sloan's diagnosis
O 9 a.m. • A judge lets stand an alternative path to the election ballot for candidates who gather signatures. Polygamist leader Lyle Jeffs remains jailed as he awaits trial on foodstamp fraud. The Salt Lake County Council wants to audit the county recorder's office after questions surfaced about Recorder Gary Ott. Utah County Republicans want candidates to sign a "fitness pledge." And former Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan is suffering from Parkinson's disease and dementia. Tribune reporter Nate Carlisle, sports columnist Kurt Kragthorpe, columnist Paul Rolly and news editor Dan Harrie join Jennifer Napier-Pearce to talk about the week's stories. Tune in to KCPW or Utah Public Radio. Join in by calling 801-355-TALK or using #TribTalk on Twitter. › sltrib.com