Perspective: In the troubling case of Christa Pike, what could — or should — happen next?
The case of Christa Pike, who survived an execution attempt in Tennessee, has been called unprecedented. It’s not. Among other failed executions, there is the case of Willie Francis in Louisiana. In 1946, the state attempted to execute a 17-year-old who had been condemned to die for shooting a pharmacist to death.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 10, 2026
Tropical Storm Rachel's remnants bring heavy rain to Utah
Widespread heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds will develop by Saturday afternoon and evening. (Graphic: KUTV)
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SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Widespread heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds will develop by Saturday afternoon and evening.
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Bachmeier Leads No. 8 BYU Past Iowa State 24-10
No. 8 BYU defeated the Iowa State Cyclones 24-10 during a Homecoming game at Lavell Edwards Stadium on Friday night, according to a report published October 9, 2026. Quarterback Bear Bachmeier recorded 329 passing yards and 109 rushing yards in the victory.
ProvoOctober 10, 2026
Analysis: Injury-riddled BYU handles its business in win over Iowa State, sets up epic battle with Notre Dame
The No. MDT See More Deseret News Stories In Search View Comments Share BYU linebacker Cade Uluave (4) celebrates a sack as BYU and Iowa State play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News By Jay Drew Jay has covered sports in Utah for more than 30 years and has been writing for the Deseret News since 2019.
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Do you live in a ‘marriage desert’ or a ‘marriage garden’? – Deseret News
A new report maps substantial geographic differences in marriage and married-parent households across the United States. The highest-ranking areas have married-householder shares of 74%–79%, compared to 13%–17% in the lowest-ranking areas. Higher marriage shares tend to occur in suburban areas, while lower shares often occur in urban centers.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 10, 2026
Huntsville Planning Commission to Hold Public Hearing on Oct. 22
The Huntsville Town Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct. 22, 2026, to discuss Ordinance 2026-9-23. The meeting will address a proposal to rezone three specific parcel numbers from C-1 to C-2.
HuntsvilleOctober 10, 2026
