🚙 Holiday traffic delays

The SunTrapp Unionizes

SunTrapp Workers Unite announced on Instagram that they’ve officially unionized after voluntary recognition by owner Mary Peterson. It's the first unionized bar in Utah, according to organizers. [Instagram]

Holiday Traffic Delays

The Utah Department of Transportation is warning drivers to prepare for peak holiday traffic, one of the busiest periods will be this afternoon. [KUTV]

Utah Legislature Pushes Back

Utah’s Republican legislative leaders say they’re working with Gov. Cox to “to restore order and stability” after “the courts have created confusion” in overruling their congressional voting map. They plan to appeal the ruling to the Utah Supreme Court and meet in a special session on Dec. 9 to “ensure our election system has the clarity it needs.” [Utah Senate]

• Why are they so mad? We broke down the ruling. [Hey Salt Lake]

Support for Chanon Thai

The family behind Chanon Thai Cafe in Salt Lake City is struggling to stay afloat as the owner’s father battles a serious illness. They’ve set up a GoFundMe to help cover medical costs and keep their restaurant open. [GoFundMe]

The holiday shopping season is upon us, and finding gifts for everyone on your list can be overwhelming. To make things easier and more exciting, we asked all 13 City Cast hosts and producers to share a shining example of a small business in their city with an online shop. Here’s how you can support small businesses and find a gift for just about everyone.

☕️ Salt Lake City: Coffee From Jack Mormon Coffee

With shows like the “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” and “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” Mormons are having a moment in pop culture. To keep the trend going, City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta has an unexpected recommendation.

“Maybe you've heard Mormons don't drink coffee. Jack Mormon Coffee [is] a local roaster that gets its name from members of the LDS Church who are rebellious or unorthodox. Their coffee starts at $16 per bag and you get free shipping if you order three.”

🌶️ Denver: Roasted Green Chiles from LuLu Farms and Mauro Farms

You know that friend who moved out of Colorado and can’t stop talking about how they miss Pueblo chiles? Or maybe you want to share the spicy goodness with someone who’s never tried them. City Cast Denver host Bree Davies has a mission for you.

“If you want the thing that makes Colorado Colorado, it’s green chile. The DiSanti family grows, roasts, packages, and freezes chiles when the season is over.” Chiles from DiSanti farms might be tough to get a hold of for out-of-towners, so Bree recommends two other rad Colorado green chile purveyors, LuLu Farms and Mauro Farms.

💡 Las Vegas: Commemorative Bulb from Official Las Vegas Light

There are plenty of Vegas mementos you can take home, but how often can you buy an actual piece of Sin City? This company partners with the owners of the “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign to package and sell the light bulbs from the iconic sign when they’re replaced. Each bulb comes with a certificate of authenticity.

There are several options ranging from $30 to $200. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman’s favorite is the desktop display that comes in a commemorative box. “And they’re functional, so you can take it for a spin and plug it into your lamp!”