Utah News spotted this story published September 7, 2026 at KJZZ. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.
A 63-year-old bicyclist was killed after he was struck by a car at the intersection of Lakeview Parkway and University Avenue near Interstate 15 on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.
Centennial Middle School Schedule Evaluation Centennial Middle School is currently evaluating our schoolwide schedule to determine which scheduling model will best support student learning and educator success. For approximately 10 years, Centennial has operated on a 5×5 A/B schedule, which allows students to take up to 10 courses across an alternating two-day schedule. The 5×5 provides important benefits, including opportunities for students to take electives and additional courses. A
A busy Provo intersection has been shut down for the majority of Labor Day morning. Police say a car collided with a bicycle at Lakeview Parkway and I-15 off-ramp at University Avenue.
In a report published September 7, Dr. Edwards announced that Centennial Middle School will resume classes on Tuesday, September 8. The update included details regarding upcoming parent-teacher conferences, safety drills, and school schedule evaluations.
Provo High School announced a Career Family Night to showcase Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways. The event will include hands-on activities and information regarding college and career preparation.
Centennial Middle School released a notice detailing upcoming school events, including parent-teacher conferences and a district resource night. The announcement also covers NWEA testing, after-school programming, and school safety protocols.
A 26-year-old man faces murder charges following the death of his aunt in Provo, Utah, an incident involving an alleged motive of inheritance. While the suspect was reportedly a designated beneficiary, Utah's slayer statute may prevent him from collecting any estate assets or life insurance.
Intermountain Health has unveiled plans for a new Intermountain LDS Hospital in downtown Salt Lake City. The project aims to expand healthcare access and modernize patient care for Salt Lake and Davis counties.
Kearns is distributing free energy-efficient lightbulbs to residents as part of a city-led effort to improve street lighting and reduce crime after dark. The bulbs turn on automatically at dusk, and the city is mapping every new light installed across the community.
According to a September 7 statement, secondary water users will see pressure irrigation mainlines begin draining for the season starting September 15, 2026. The early shutoff is a response to limited water supplies caused by a hot, dry summer and smaller-than-normal snowpack and runoff.
The National Weather Service cancelled a widespread flood watch for southern and eastern Utah on Sunday evening, September 6, 2026, though some light rain may continue. As of Monday morning, flash flooding is no longer expected in major southern Utah areas including Zion National Park and Arches National Park.
The Peteetneet Fire in Utah County remained at 45 acres with no overnight growth and was 60% contained Monday morning, Utah Fire Info said. Crews worked along the fire’s perimeter overnight and continued suppression efforts. The fire was human-caused, though the specific cause remained under investigation.
A severe flood watch has been issued for much of Utah through midnight, as heavy rainfall from tropical moisture threatens areas including Zion National Park. The warning comes as the state continues to manage risks from recent wildfires and catastrophic flooding that caused multiple deaths in July.