High school football: Judd Howells leads Box Elder past West Field for its 1st outright region championship since 2003
Friday's showdown between the Box Elder Bees and West Field Longhorns featured undefeated Region 5 teams playing for the region title, not to mention a likely first round bye in the state playoffs as well. Playing at home in front of a sold-out crowd, the Bees made sure to give that crowd lots to cheer about, as Box Elder rolled to a dominant 28-7 victory.
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Arizona joins Colorado River fight in federal court
The Arizona Department of Water Resources announced Friday that the state filed a motion to intervene in the Nevada lawsuit challenging the recent federal decision governing water allocation from the Colorado River. Under the new federal plan, Arizona would absorb a 760,000 acre-feet cut per year, representing roughly 27% of its full Colorado River allocation.
via KSLStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Grand Canyon considers opening North Rim year-round, expand development in fire recovery
Grand Canyon National Park is considering changes that could transform the North Rim experience. They’re looking at the area as a blank slate after 150,000 acres, including over 70,000 acres in the park, burned in July 2025 during the Dragon Bravo fire.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Week 7 College Football Features Top-10 Matchups and BYU Showdown
In a report published October 16, college football Week 7 is described as having a loaded schedule featuring two top-10 matchups. The slate includes significant contests for the SEC and the Big 12, including a prime-time showdown in Provo.
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USA TODAY Releases Bold Week 7 College Football Predictions
In a report published October 16, USA TODAY experts provided bold predictions for Week 7 of the college football season. The predictions include potential upsets for top-ranked teams and significant implications for the College Football Playoff race.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Over Fatal 2024 Airport Engine Incident
A Salt Lake City judge has dismissed a lawsuit related to the 2024 death of Kyler Efinger, who died after entering an aircraft engine at the Salt Lake City International Airport. The incident occurred on Jan. 1, 2024, when the Park City resident was found unconscious in a wing-mounted engine during deicing operations.
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3 takeaways from BYU's exhibition win over Nebraska
BYU basketball is officially back in action. The Cougars opened Year 3 of the Kevin Young era with a Friday exhibition against a reigning Sweet 16 squad in Nebraska, defeating the Cornuskers 72-61 at the Marriott Center. BYU will play another exhibition at UNLV on Oct.
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BYU to host No. 2 Notre Dame this Saturday in primetime matchup
BYU is scheduled to host No. 2 Notre Dame on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 5:30 p.m. in a game that could be the most-viewed in the career of quarterback Bear Bachmeier. The matchup features a No. 8 ranked BYU team attempting to validate its standing against a top-ranked Notre Dame defense.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Introducing our newest oral history grants cohort
Through support from Utah Humanities and the Utah Historical Society, the oral history grant provides funding to collect and transcribe interviews and share the content ...
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Identity Revealed for Man Found in Lake Mead Barrel in 2022
The Clark County coroner's office identified the man found in a barrel at Lake Mead in 2022 as Edward "Buddy" Lelburian Jackson. Jackson, who was believed to be in his 50s, had ties to Arkansas, California, and Utah.
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‘No religious signs’? The issue is complicated for ‘College GameDay’ — especially this weekend
Last weekend, a young woman named Brecca Stoll, reporting on behalf of Ben Shapiro’s Daily Wire, snapped a photo and shared it on X. It showed a scoreboard at the Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where a raucous crowd, driven indoors by the approaching remnant of Hurricane Isaias, had gathered ahead of a top 10 clash between the Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs.
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Updated October 16 Betting Odds Name 2026 Heisman Trophy Favorites
In a report published October 16, 2026, Jimmy Boyd provided updated betting odds for the 2026 Heisman Trophy favorites. The updated market reflects shifts in player probabilities based on production, team success, and television exposure.
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Biology Majors Build AI Startup to Prevent Manufacturing Machine Failures
Two biology majors from the University of Utah are developing ForgeMetrics, an AI-driven predictive maintenance platform designed to help small and medium-sized manufacturers avoid costly machine failures. The startup aims to provide affordable technology to businesses that lack dedicated maintenance staff.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Pope Leo's diagnosis puts spotlight on lung cancer risks beyond smoking
MURRAY — Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer diagnosis is drawing attention to a disease that can affect people who have never smoked. The pope was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma — the most common form of non-small cell lung cancer — after undergoing surgery to remove part of his right lung.
via KSLStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Man sentenced after trying to fabricate his own murder, pin it on his wife
A man who previously pleaded guilty to faking a murder plot to make it seem as though his wife was trying to kill him has now been sentenced. Robert Quentin Sprague pleaded guilty to identity fraud, forgery, retaliation against a witness, victim, or informant, and tampering with evidence in September.
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Will familiarity between Utes and former QB Isaac Wilson factor into Utah-Colorado matchup?
When Utah’s defense lines up against Colorado’s offense at Folsom Field on Saturday night, the Utes will see a familiar face under center. Former Ute quarterback Isaac own Isaac Wilson will start for the Buffaloes against his former team, Colorado coach Deion Sanders said this week, bringing an interesting dynamic to a game that features two teams trending in opposite directions.
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The next act for the No Kings movement: Early voting in the midterms • Utah News Dispatch
Organizers across hundreds of advocacy groups will pull together thousands of events nationwide Saturday to encourage early voting in this year’s midterm elections. Voting is already underway in dozens of states, and roughly 5.1 million ballots – both in-person and mail – have been cast, according to the University of Florida’s Election Lab.
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El Niño is expected to shape this winter’s weather, and it could hit your budget too
It’s arriving as families are already dealing with high energy costs. The agency’s Climate Prediction Center puts the odds at 83% that this El Niño will be stronger than any event on record since 1950 during the October through December period.
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ESPN College GameDay talent breakdown: BYU vs. Notre Dame matchup
Excitement is building as the time nears closer to kickoff for No. 2 Notre Dame vs. 8 Brigham Young University. ESPN College GameDay is set for its show, which airs live from BYU's campus on Saturday morning. Its hosts, Rece Davis and betting analyst "Stanford Steve" Coughlin broke down the game and its possible implications on Friday afternoon.
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Trump back on the road as analysts see more congressional races shifting in Dems’ favor • Utah News Dispatch
House and Senate. Adding to the trend, the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, an elections forecaster, shifted 11 additional House races in the direction of Democrats on Friday — in congressional districts in Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Ohio and South Carolina.
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A gourd time for a great cause
EUCCU employees welcomed families to the pumpkin patch, where attendees could pick out the perfect pumpkin, play carnival games, and enjoy candy, treats, and prizes. The festival was made even more special thanks to the support of local volunteers.
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Watchdog asks California Bar to probe Katie Zacharia’s lawyer claims
Top News Stories US/World News White House press secretary Katie Zacharia speaks to the media during her first briefing in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House in Washington on Tuesday. Photo by Samuel Corum/UPI Oct.
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Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary
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What to know about the race for Utah's 1st Congressional District
Utah's new 1st Congressional District has Democrats in the state hopeful about sending one of their own to Congress for the first time this decade. Both candidates have made affordability — particularly the high price of housing — a key focus of their campaigns, and during a recent debate, the pair found a decent amount to agree on.
via KSLStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Youth Christmas Market
Do you have a young creative entrepreneur at your house? Join us for a Youth Christmas Market! Sign them up for a booth today! https://www.strideevents.com/…/skyline…
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Families turn to budgets, lists and weekly deals as grocery prices rise
As grocery prices continue to strain household budgets, many Utah families are looking for ways to make their dollars stretch a little further. Fox 13 News spoke with families at Rancho Markets who say rising prices are squeezing household budgets.
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What is snow farming?
Some of the country's best cross-country skiers are racing at Soldier Hollow Nordic Center this weekend, preparing for another winter season. It's part of the annual Schutzenski Festival here, and as in past years, the racing is held on roller skis.
via KSLStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Utah weather: Beautiful weekend weather across Utah, before more unsettled conditions return next week
Happy Friday, Utah! A ridge of high pressure builds into Utah, bringing more sunshine and seasonal temperatures for the weekend. Our Friday afternoon will feature sunny skies statewide and seasonal temperatures.
Weekend outlook The nice weather pattern will stick around into the first half of our weekend for all the local football games and music festivals that will be taking place.
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Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest to Begin Prescribed Fires Oct. 18
The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest will begin prescribed fire operations on Oct. 18, 2026, across several areas including Millcreek, Lambs, and Parleys canyons. These controlled burns aim to reduce hazardous fuel accumulations and improve watershed health, following long-term efforts to mitigate wildfire risks in the region.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Bug World Exhibition Press Release
The newest exhibition coming to the Natural History Museum of Utah on Saturday, February 14, is backed with some real star power.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Film Review: You Can See Everything
Facebook Twitter Arts You Can See Everything Directors: Nathan Fielder, Lance Oppenheim A24, To Be Formed, Blow Out Productions In Theaters: 10.16.2026
Where does reality end and perception begin? How much of who we are is determined by our own understanding of ourselves, and how much depends on the image we project and the way others choose to see us?
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Avengers medals and propane fireplace inserts recalled over magnet and explosion hazards
Two Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls involve products that could cause serious injuries or death. The Conqueror is recalling about 476 Avengers Infinity Gauntlet medals because their high-powered magnets can detach. If swallowed, multiple magnets can connect inside the digestive system, potentially causing intestinal perforations, blockages, blood poisoning or death.
via KJZZStatewideOctober 16, 2026