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License revoked for boarding school in Utah where Paris Hilton says she was abused as a teen
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 18, 2026
· 3 min read
Utah revoked another campus license on Friday for the boarding school where Paris Hilton said she was abused as a teenager, marking a major victory in the hotel heiress’ yearslong fight to shut down the school.The Utah Department of Health and Human Services' decision cites a multitude of noncomp...
Key takeaway ” Paris Hilton, the media personality who spent almost a year at the school in the late 1990s, said the latest announcement means she finally feels a sense of “peace.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The recent license revocation of the Provo Canyon School in Utah has significant implications for San Antonio , where concerns about child safety and welfare are paramount. As a community that values the protection of its youth, San Antonio residents should take note of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services' decision to shut down the school due to numerous noncompliance citations. This case highlights the importance of stringent oversight and regulation of institutions responsible for caring for vulnerable populations. In Bexar County, where San Antonio is located, local authorities must ensure that similar facilities are held to high standards of care and safety. The fact that Paris Hilton's advocacy efforts have led to the passage of laws protecting teens in multiple states, including Utah, demonstrates the potential for grassroots movements to drive meaningful change. San Antonio's own efforts to safeguard its youth will be informed by the lessons learned from this high-profile case.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Utah revoked another campus license on Friday for the boarding school where Paris Hilton said she was abused as a teenager, marking a major victory in the hotel heiress’ yearslong fight to shut down the school.The Utah Department of Health and Human Services' decision cites a multitude of noncomp...
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