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David Chappell, a 27-year-old engineer and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, is set to replace a longtime Republican in the Utah House of Representatives. Chappell's victory over Rep. Norm Thurston, R-Provo, was part of a blue wave that cost Utah Republicans their supermajority in the House.
Gwen Croxall has been named the recipient of the November Student Provo Way Award for her work at Timpview High School. She serves as a teaching assistant in the Medical Assisting classroom after earning her certification as a junior.
BYU has been ranked No. 10 in the second College Football Playoff rankings of the 2026 season. The rankings, released Tuesday, reflect games played through Saturday, November 7, and show the Cougars falling one spot following a rivalry loss to No. 2 Utah.
It’s official, the College Football Playoff will be expanding to 24 teams starting next season. And while the reactions from fans online have been mixed, BYU coach Kalani Sitake is in favor of the change. “I think there’s a lot of interest and there’s a lot of people that were against it,” Sitake said.
Provo school, library and city calendars list 11 public events for Wednesday, Nov. 11, including Homegrown Art Show and Provo High Band Concert Veterans' Day Tribute.
Provo calendars list two performances on Friday, Nov. 13.
Queens University of Charlotte Men's Basketball was scheduled to face No. 23 BYU on Tuesday, Nov. 10, in Provo, Utah. The game was set for 9:00 p.m. ET at the Marriott Center.
News November 11, 2026 Salt Lake City’s “West View” newspaper prepares to say goodbye after 15 years of local reporting. Small Lake City Wes Long The difficult media landscape may have just claimed another casualty, but that doesn’t mean a newspaper cannot go out on its own terms.
Sandy residents debated a proposed environmental study for a potential extension of Highland Drive that would go through Dimple Dell Regional Park and Hidden Valley Country Club. Councilwoman Kris Nicholl supports the study to assess its necessity and alternatives.
Salt Lake City is nearing a required agreement with the state on certain transportation projects tied to this year's SB242, but it's also ready to focus on smaller roads. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News By Carter Williams , KSL Utah’s capital city recently wrapped up its 600/700 North project near Rose Park, and it could be the last project of its kind for a while.
Georgia has ascended to the No. 1 spot in the second College Football Playoff rankings following a dominant victory over Ole Miss, while the undefeated Utah Utes have climbed to a program-record No. 2. Other major shifts include Notre Dame jumping into the Top 5 and Ohio State falling to its lowest ranking in history.
BYU must play at a higher level during the next three games to finish 10-2. That record could put BYU in position to be considered for a CFP berth. Not promised, not guaranteed, but at least be part of the conversation. There are some experts who believe BYU is not out — although the loss at No. 2 Utah gave BYU a big hit.
BYU will be adding another strong shooter to its already-elite offense. Dawson Baker, sidelined by injury since Thanksgiving of last year, is "good to go" for Thursday's game against Montana State, BYUtv broadcaster Dave McCann shared Tuesday following his pregame conversation with Kevin Young.