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509 Utahns told us their hopes and concerns for Great Salt Lake. Do you feel the same?

Utahns want more water in the Great Salt Lake, and they want a plan that lasts. They’re worried about dust, development and decision-making by Utah’s government. That’s what 509 Utahns said about the Great Salt Lake in a short answer, open response survey by the Great Salt Lake Collaborative.

Tyler Robinson asks judge to block cameras from Nov. 9 hearing, citing Trump post

Tyler Robinson's attorneys asked a Utah judge to block electronic media coverage of a Nov. 9 hearing, arguing that video and livestreaming could threaten his right to a fair trial. In a court filing submitted Oct. 30, Robinson's defense team opposed a request from Court TV to cover the hearing.

Gunlock Falls draws crowds with rare November water flows

The heavy rain overnight had many in Washington County bracing for more flooding with the biggest impacts centered on Gunlock State Park. KUTV has been following the situation as county officials reported that Gunlock Falls is currently flowing at 110 percent water level with crossings in the area washed out.

Elder James E. Faust- An Untroubled Faith

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President Russell M. Nelson- A More Excellent Hope

NOVEMBER 2, 2026 /CONFERENCE REPORTS President Russell M. Nelson- A More Excellent Hope Audio Player 00:00 00:00 Use Up/Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease volume. 11-01 President Russell M.

Workforce Services to host virtual job fair Thursday, Nov. 5

The Utah Department of Workforce Services will host a statewide virtual job fair on Thursday, Nov. 5. More than 50 employers are expected to participate, with openings in over 1,500 positions available.

StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Utah football starting offensive tackle out for season with lower-leg injury

Utah offensive tackle Kelvin Obot is out for the season with a lower-leg injury, head coach Morgan Scalley said Monday. By way of announcement on the injury front, Kelvin Obot is out for the season, Scalley said. Lower-leg deal. Not getting into the specifics there, but hell be done for the year.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideNovember 2, 2026

Ticket registration opens for Tabernacle Choir's Christmas concerts

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosts an annual Christmas concert to celebrate the birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ. Nearly 19,000 people attended the first performance of the 2025 concert at the Conference Center on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025.

via KJZZStatewideNovember 2, 2026

Court hears Lori Vallow Daybell's appeal in Idaho killings of 2 of her children, romantic rival

The Idaho Supreme Court is hearing Lori Vallow Daybell's appeal of her convictions in that state for killing her two youngest children and conspiring to murder a romantic rival. She is asking the court to reverse her convictions in the deaths of Joshua "JJ" Vallow, Tylee Ryan and Tammy Daybell, whose husband married Vallow Daybell weeks later.

via Fox 13StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Rivalry week is here! - @theU

We want you to: Be loud. Be proud. Be relentless. And above all, keep it classy.

StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Flooding closes Delicate Arch Trail and viewpoints at Arches National Park

Delicate Arch Trail and its viewpoints were closed until the road was cleared, according to Arches National Park. The park shared an image of damage caused by flooding in the area over the weekend. Officials advised visitors to check the weather and adjust their plans if needed.

via KUTVStatewideNovember 2, 2026

UVU fills new top safety position after Charlie Kirk shooting

Valley University is bringing on a past leader of the state’s highway patrol to fill a new safety post after the assassination of Charlie Kirk on the campus last year. The announcement comes a month after an outside review identified gaps in the university’s planning and protocols.

via Lehi Free PressStatewideNovember 2, 2026

Okay Boomers and Gen Xers: USU Extension Would Like to Hear from You

Utah State University Extension wants to ensure it has programming in place to meet Utahns' future needs as our population continues to age. If you are a Utah resident and are 55 years old or older, we would like to hear from you so you can help shape our future educational efforts.

via Cache Valley DailyStatewideNovember 2, 2026

Free ticket registration opens for Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square's Christmas Concerts

If you’re hoping to get tickets to the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square’s Christmas Concerts this December, registration is now open. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that the registration period is open between Monday, Nov. 2, and Sunday, Nov. 15, on the choir’s website.

via ABC4StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Utah Valley Forecast: Rain and snow likely by Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Utah Valley is expected to see partly sunny skies with a 40 percent chance of rain on November 2, 2026. The forecast predicts a transition to rain and snow likely by Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Storm System Delivers Heavy Precipitation Across Northern Utah Regions

The National Weather Service reported significant storm precipitation across the Great Salt Lake Desert, mountains, and Northern Wasatch Front beginning Saturday, October 31st. Precipitation totals reached as high as 1.50 inches in the Great Salt Lake Desert and mountains by Sunday evening.

StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Miami takes No. 1 as Ohio State drops to No. 10

Miami has taken the No. 1 spot in the latest USA TODAY Sports NCAA Re-Rank, while Ohio State fell nine spots to No. 10. The new top five includes Georgia, Utah, Brigham Young, and Indiana.

StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Utah’s largest school district is splitting into three. A long-term tax deal with a data center won’t benefit them equally.

The splitting of Utah’s largest school district into three parts will have consequences that will cut some schools out of millions in future property tax revenue. Under two previous deals with Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, the Alpine School District and other Utah County taxing entities granted the tech giant significant tax breaks to bring a data center to Eagle Mountain.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideNovember 2, 2026

Utah joins FTC, 6 states in lawsuit accusing Toast of deceptive pricing | News | stgeorgeutah.com

Utah has joined the Federal Trade Commission, six other states, and two local governments in suing Toast, Inc., alleging the company misled restaurant owners with deceptive pricing, false customer support claims and hidden fees. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown is part of the bipartisan coalition that filed the suit on Thursday, according to a press release from the Attorney General's office.

via St. George NewsStatewideNovember 2, 2026

Immigration could be a solution to Utah’s ‘wicked’ demographic woes, researchers say • Utah News Dispatch

News Story Utah is still one of the youngest states and has some of the highest fertility rates in the country. But that trend is going in the opposite direction with demographers projecting smaller household sizes and an older median age. Congress is also projecting more deaths than births come 2030.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideNovember 2, 2026

NWS Reports Storm Precipitation Beginning October 31

Preliminary storm information released by the National Weather Service Salt Lake City indicates storm total precipitation began at 6 PM on October 31. Various locations across the Great Salt Lake Desert, mountains, and valleys reported significant precipitation measurements.

StatewideNovember 2, 2026

No. 6 Utah Blows Past Cincinnati to Improve to 8-0

The No. 6 Utah Utes extended their winning streak to eight games with a 49-25 victory over Cincinnati at Nippert Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31. The win maintains Utah's perfect 8-0 record and keeps the team in first place in the Big 12.

StatewideNovember 2, 2026

Konecny and Tippett return to Flyers practice ahead of Utah game

Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett have returned to practice for the Philadelphia Flyers after being placed on injured reserve. Both players are considered possibilities for the team's upcoming home game against Utah.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Konecny Returns to Lead Flyers to 6-3 Win Over Utah

The Philadelphia Flyers secured a 6-3 victory over the Utah Mammoth at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Sunday afternoon. The win follows a three-game winless streak for the Flyers and was marked by the return of Travis Konecny from the injured reserve.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Flyers Top Forwards Set to Return for Sunday Game

The Philadelphia Flyers are approaching full strength as injured top forwards Owen Tippett and Travis Konecny practiced in full on Saturday afternoon. Both players are currently on injured reserve but are on track to return for Sunday evening's game against the Utah Mammoth.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

NHL Status: Pulock Sidelined 2-4 Weeks as Flyers and Ducks See Returns

A November 1 NHL status report indicates Ryan Pulock will miss 2-4 weeks due to an upper-body injury. Other significant updates include player returns for the Flyers and Ducks, and injury developments for multiple teams across the league.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

BYU Defeats Arizona State with Defensive Effort on October 31

BYU secured a 27-20 victory over Arizona State on Saturday, October 31, 2026, driven by a strong defensive performance from the secondary and six sacks. Despite the win, the Cougars faced offensive challenges, including a limited rushing attack and injuries to key players.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Hedengren and BYU Cross Country Win Big 12 Titles

The No. 1 BYU women’s cross country team won the Big 12 Championship in Stillwater, Okla., on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. Jane Hedengren secured the individual title, while the men's team earned a second-place podium finish.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

UVU soccer and women's cross country claim Big West titles

Utah Valley University's women's and men's soccer teams, along with the women's cross country team, secured Big West conference titles on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The victories include the women's soccer team's inaugural Big West regular-season championship and the women's cross country team's first Big West title.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Utah reaches No. 3 and BYU No. 7 in AP poll

Utah has climbed to No. 3 in the AP Top 25 poll, while BYU sits at No. 7 ahead of their upcoming rivalry matchup. The poll also saw Ohio State drop out of the top 10 and UCLA enter the top five for the first time in 25 years.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Spring 2027 Internships

Applications are now open for spring semester internships at the Utah State Archives and Records Service! These competitive, stipend-paid, semester-long internships are designed especially for students. Read more about our three internship opportunities: Accessioning Internship (x2) Reference Internship Legislative Tracking Intern More Information These competitive internships require an application and interview. Internships last for one semester (between 10 and 12 ...

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Flyers Defeat Mammoth 6-3 to Snap Three-Game Winless Skid

The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-3 on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena, snapping a three-game winless skid. Travis Konecny recorded a goal and an assist in his return from injury, while the Flyers utilized balanced scoring to secure the victory.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Major Flooding Reported in Southern San Juan County and Southwest Colorado

Major flooding is occurring across southeast Utah and southwest Colorado due to excessive rainfall. A flood warning and advisory remain in effect for several counties through Monday afternoon.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Man dead, woman hospitalized after side-by-side rollover above Hobble Creek Canyon

UTAH COUNTY, Nov. 1, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — A man in his 40s died and a woman was hospitalized Sunday night after their side-by-side vehicle rolled in a remote area of Utah County. Sgt. Ormond, Utah County Sheriff's Office, said an investigation is underway, but is hampered by weather and the remote nature of the accident site.

via Gephardt DailyStatewideNovember 1, 2026

Utah State defense dominates in 31-14 win over Colorado State

Utah State defeated Colorado State 31-14 on October 30, driven by a dominant first-half defensive performance and dual-threat production from McCae Hillstead. The Aggies utilized a strong rushing attack and efficient passing to secure the victory in Logan.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Utah ranked number four in Nov. 1 football rankings

The November 1, 2026, US LBM Coaches Top 25 rankings place Utah at number four with an 8-0 record. The rankings also feature Miami (Fla.) at the top of the list and BYU at number eight.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

State of Utah agencies respond to southern Utah flooding | Utah Emergency Management

State of Utah agencies respond to southern Utah flooding October 30, 2026 / Incidents State Emergency Operations Center activation is elevated to Level 3: Enhanced Support Information as of 8 p.m. on Oct.

StatewideNovember 1, 2026

Storm brings widespread rain, renewed flood concerns to Utah

After just a few isolated showers and an overall lull in activity on Halloween, get ready for widespread rain Sunday, with the heaviest rain across southwest Utah. Showers will start moving in late tonight. A strong Pacific storm will tap into an atmospheric river, bringing widespread precipitation to Utah.

via KJZZStatewideNovember 1, 2026

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