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New safety warnings issued involving high chairs and pressure washers

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued new safety warnings involving high chairs and electric pressure washers. The agency says bblüv Grow high chairs have restraint systems that were not preassembled, creating fall and entrapment hazards.

Planning Commission Recommends Approval for Box Elder Together Zoning Plan

The Box Elder County Planning Commission held a public hearing on October 29, 2026, regarding the proposed Box Elder Together countywide zoning plan. The commission has recommended approval of the amendment to designate zoning for unzoned areas in unincorporated Box Elder County.

Foxboro Elementary celebrates Hispanic heritage through music and dance

Foxboro Elementary School held a special assembly featuring the Brazilian group Sambo Fogo to celebrate Hispanic heritage. The event allowed students to experience Brazilian culture through music and dance to honor the diverse backgrounds within the school community.

Cox Concludes Trade Mission to Ireland and Northern Ireland

Governor Spencer J. Cox concluded a multi-day trade mission to Ireland and Northern Ireland, aimed at strengthening business and research partnerships in sectors like life sciences and digital technology. The delegation, which traveled from October 20 to October 28, met with international leaders and visited major medical technology hubs to expand Utah's presence in European and UK markets.

Big 12 Fines UCF $100K Over BYU Discriminatory Chants

The Big 12 Conference has fined the University of Central Florida $100,000 following discriminatory chants directed at Brigham Young University during a recent game. The conference also announced new policy measures to establish escalating consequences for discriminatory conduct at athletic events.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

NHL Status Report: Kindel Returns for Penguins Against Mammoth

A report published October 28 details several NHL injury updates, including the return of Ben Kindel for the Pittsburgh Penguins and a four-week injury timeline for Dallas Stars defenseman Kyle Capobianco.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah lawmaker pushes red-light cameras to address deadly crashes

Automatic license plate readers are appearing in communities across Utah, where police say they help investigate crimes. But proposals to use cameras to catch drivers running red lights have faced resistance from some lawmakers. Utah’s Department of Public Safety crash portal lists 22,590 crashes involving drivers who ignored traffic control devices since 2020.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah Mammoth Defeat Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 in Overtime

The Utah Mammoth secured a 4-3 overtime victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. L. Cooley scored a hat trick to lead the Utah Mammoth in the contest.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Search warrants in case of missing Utah teen Kylie Arellano question mom's claims

As the anniversary of Kylie Arellano's disappearance neared, investigators suspected her mother hadn't told the truth. Kylie, who was 15 years old when she disappeared, had earlier complained that her mother, Stephanie Coleman, choked her. Police said they hadn't been able to find text messages Coleman said she exchanged with her daughter.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Big West Women's Soccer Final Week to Determine Championship Seeding

The 2026 Big West women's soccer regular season concludes with 12 conference matches scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 28, and Saturday, Oct. 31. These matches will determine Championship seeding for the top six qualifying teams.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Snowbird to rejoin Freeride World Tour for 20th season in 2027

Snowbird will rejoin the Freeride World Tour for its 20th season in 2027. The Utah resort returns to the professional tour for the first time since 2014.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

University of Utah Health Celebrates 2026 Joy in Work Foundations Course

University of Utah Health employees participated in the Resiliency Center’s 2026 Joy in Work Foundations Course on September 22, 2026. The event aimed to address burnout and enhance workplace engagement through connection and practical well-being strategies.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Central Arizona Project joins lawsuit over Colorado River water cuts

The agency operating the Central Arizona Project canal system has joined a lawsuit to challenge a federal decision regarding Colorado River water cuts. The agency seeks to overturn a decision that could potentially shut down the canal system used for drinking water in Tucson and Phoenix.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

EPA Proposes Major Revisions To Biden-Era Oil And Natural Gas Regulations

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the latest EPA proposal this week that would significantly revise Biden-era oil and natural gas regulations under the Clean Air Act. The proposal is anticipated to save the U.S. economy $45 billion dollars in costs to consumers and businesses as well as release 210 million more barrels of American oil and 1.41 trillion cubic feet of natural gas.

via Basin NowStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Church of Jesus Christ donates $3M to Utah’s effort to remove phragmites along Great Salt Lake

Utah received a big donation as it seeks to remove an invasive plant species affecting the Great Salt Lake. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has agreed to donate $3 million toward the state’s efforts to remove phragmites that surround the struggling lake.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Arizona Named Favorite in Big 12 Preseason Polls

Arizona has been selected as the favorite in both the media and coaches preseason polls for the 2026-27 Monster Energy Big 12 Men's Basketball season. The Wildcats aim to repeat as conference champions following a season that included a regular season and tournament sweep and a Final Four appearance.

StatewideAltaOctober 29, 2026

National Gasoline Prices Dip to $4.22 Amid High Crude Oil Costs

National gasoline prices have declined by 5 cents over the past week to a national average of $4.22 per gallon. While prices have dipped, crude oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel may limit further decreases at the pump.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

AAA: Utah gas prices drop slightly

Business News Central Utah Local Utah News Ogden Regional News Salt Lake Southern Utah St. George Gas pump. Photo by Ismael Mohamad/UPI UTAH UTAH, Oct. 29, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — AAA’s survey shows that in Utah, the average cost of a gallon of regular gasoline has fallen 10 cents, to $4.62, in the past week.

via Gephardt DailyStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Church Donates $3 Million to Support Great Salt Lake Wetland Preservation

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has committed $3 million to the Office of the Great Salt Lake Commissioner. The funds are intended to accelerate the removal of invasive phragmites to support wetland preservation and habitat restoration.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Kansas Picked Third in Big 12 Media Preseason Poll

The Kansas Jayhawks were picked to finish third in the Monster Energy Big 12 Men’s Basketball Media Preseason Poll released Thursday. The media rankings matched the top three positions selected in the league's coaches' poll.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

FTC and States Take Action Against Toast Inc. over Hidden and Unauthorized Fees, Deceptive Subscription and Cancellation Practices and Other Unlawful Conduct

The Federal Trade Commission, the People of the State of California by and through the Los Angeles County Counsel and San Francisco City Attorney, and the Attorneys General of the States of Colorad

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

BLM Approves Anschutz Exploration Corporation Mikaela Fed Well Pad Project

The Bureau of Land Management has signed a decision approving the Mikaela Fed Well Pad project, proposed by Anschutz Exploration Corporation. The project involves drilling up to 10 gas wells and includes associated pipelines and an access road on BLM-administered lands in Uintah County.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Kansas Senior Keanu Dawes Named to Karl Malone Preseason Watch List

Kansas senior Keanu Dawes has been named to the 20-member Karl Malone Power Forward of the Year preseason watch list. The announcement was made by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Tropical Storm Vance to Become Remnant Low as Moisture Hits Southwest

Tropical Storm Vance is expected to become a post-tropical remnant low later Thursday, October 29, 2026, as moisture from the system begins to impact the southwestern United States. Weather forecasts for Utah indicate a high likelihood of rain and showers through the weekend, including a 100% chance of precipitation for Zion National Park on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Told her baby wouldn't survive, she left Idaho for an abortion in Utah. She's sharing her story.

MERIDIAN, Idaho — It didn’t take long for doctors to see that something was amiss with Rebecca Crozier’s pregnancy. At her eight-week ultrasound in 2025, they mentioned a possible neural tube defect, she said, but after some research, she thought it was something that could be managed or treated.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Eden Cemetery District to Hold Annual Budget Meeting November 4

The Eden Cemetery Maintenance District Board of Trustees will hold an annual budget meeting on November 4, 2026. The meeting will focus on discussing the current budget and open and closing fees.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

GM to Pay $220 Million for Selling Drivers' Private Data

General Motors has agreed to a $220 million settlement with a 36-state coalition to resolve allegations that the automaker illegally sold drivers' private location and driving data to brokers for use by insurance companies. The settlement, co-led by Washington and Oregon, addresses the company's Smart Driver program, which allegedly misled consumers about how their personal information was used.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

GM to pay $220M for sharing drivers' private data in case co-led by Washington

General Motors will pay $220 million to settle allegations that it illegally shared private driver behavior and location data with third parties. The settlement, co-led by Washington, involves a coalition of 36 attorneys general and mandates new consumer consent requirements for data collection.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Majority of Utah Likely Voters Oppose Amendment B and Trump, Poll Shows

A poll published October 29 indicates that a majority of Utah likely voters oppose Amendment B and disapprove of President Donald Trump’s job performance. The Noble Predictive Insights survey of 527 likely voters was conducted from October 26–27, 2026.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

DoorDash to buy Instacart, consolidating two delivery businesses

The Instacart brand name and app will remain, and Instacart shoppers will be able to continue completing orders for Instacart, DoorDash said. DoorDash will buy Instacart for 17,000 million dollars, consolidating two grocery delivery businesses.

via Telemundo UtahStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah Jazz releases updated injury report as of October 28

The Utah Jazz released an updated injury report on October 28. The report lists several players as out, including Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Nearly half of healthcare's $1 trillion admin spending is waste, studies estimate

The U.S. spends roughly $1 trillion a year on healthcare administration. Think payments, insurance approvals, manual data entry and scheduling. Various studies estimate that almost half of that spending is waste. In the midst of this spending crisis is optimism in AI solutions.

via Utah BusinessStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Implementation Note issued October 28, 2026

The Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington DC.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Federal Open Market Committee maintains federal funds rate target range

The Federal Open Market Committee has decided to maintain the federal funds rate target range at 3-3/4 to 4 percent. The decision was reached through a 10–2 vote.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Atmospheric River Brings Heavy Rain and Flood Risks to Utah

An atmospheric river is expected to bring significant rainfall and potential flooding to parts of Utah and Colorado this weekend, with Saint George and Park City seeing heavy precipitation and possible snow. Residents in flood-prone areas should prepare for potential debris flows on saturated ground.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026
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