News November 5, 2026 U of U Academic Senate questions timing, scope of faculty tenure audit. Eyes on the U Will Ruzanski Creative Commons A legislative audit of faculty tenure at Utah’s public universities drew pushback from members of the U’s Academic Senate during a virtual meeting on Monday.
Notorio founder Leo Lupiano wants to simplify the legal and administrative work of building a company. The platform combines formation services, registered agent support, cap table tracking, document management and AI-assisted workflows.
Kirton McConkie has been recognized as a top law firm in 13 practice areas throughout Utah and Idaho, according to a November 5 statement regarding the 2027 edition of Best Law Firms®.
MOAB, Utah (November, 2026) – The Utah Geological Survey (UGS) has officially opened a new paleontological excavation site that may hold the key to understanding a major evolutionary turning point. The site, which teams officially opened for excavation in mid-October, is currently tied as potentially the oldest Cretaceous dinosaur bonebed in North America. Estimated at between 138-141 Million years old, this site provides context on the transition from the Jurassic to the Cretaceous.
Utah ski resorts are introducing new terrain, lifts, and operational improvements for the 2026–27 season. Updates include expanded snowmaking, new lodging, and upgraded lift access across various mountain locations.
Daren Lentz of Cache County School District has been named the 2027 Utah Teacher of the Year. The selection follows the passing of previous honoree Talia Casares.
Utah’s consumer sentiment fell 3.7%, from 71.3 in September to 68.6 in October, according to the Zions Bank Consumer Sentiment Survey. Although the decline falls within the survey’s margin of error, it marks a further decrease in sentiment from the previous month.
Senator Luz Escamilla (S.D. 10) and Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) will launch a community-based food security network on Thursday, November 5, connecting local food producers, community organizations, and private-sector partners to deliver nutritious, culturally appropriate food to Utah families in the communities where it is most needed.
Jazz head coach Will Hardy attributed the team's overtime struggles against the New Orleans Pelicans to rebounding issues. The loss on Wednesday night extended Utah's losing streak to six games.
Utah’s economy remains resilient amid rising cost pressures The Utah Chamber, in partnership with the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has released the September 2026 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to inform business leaders’ understanding of Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers.
The Sanpete Sanitary Landfill Co-operative will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2026, to discuss the proposed 2027 budget. Residents and customers are encouraged to attend the meeting to provide comments regarding the upcoming budget.
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On this episode of the Church News podcast, the Primary general presidency talks about what to know for children in the Children and Youth program. Listen or watch here.
The refinements to the Children and Youth program are intended to help young people live the gospel of Jesus Christ with greater purpose — to believe in Christ, belong to Christ and His Church, and become like Christ, said Young Men General President Timothy L. Farnes.
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The College Football Playoff Selection Committee released its first rankings of the 2026 season on Tuesday, Nov. 3, placing Miami at No. 1 and Georgia at No. 2. Utah earned its highest historical ranking at No. 3, while BYU secured the No. 9 spot, marking the third consecutive year the Cougars have appeared in the top 10.
The BYU Cougars have been ranked No. 9 in the first College Football Playoff assessments of the 2026-27 season, marking their third consecutive year receiving a top-10 rating. The Cougars, currently 7-1, will face No. 3 Utah in Salt Lake City this Saturday.
The National Park Service and several partners have launched a multi-agency study to monitor desert bighorn sheep disease, population, and habitat across southeastern Utah. The initiative involves Arches, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef national parks and surrounding lands.
The Bureau of Land Management is advising the public to avoid Babylon Road in the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area after recent rain events caused significant damage, making the road impassable for all vehicles. The damage has restricted access to the Sand Cove Trailhead and the Virgin River, and officials are working with local authorities to assess repairs.
Updates North of Woods Cross Project Notice Upcoming Night Work on Pages Lane at I-15 to start as early as Nov. 4. FrontRunner 2X project crews will perform nighttime construction work starting as early as Nov. 4 and lasting up to 2.
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Utah Jazz 120-113 in overtime on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, led by Saddiq Bey and Zion Williamson. Keyonte George scored 39 points for the Jazz, but Utah suffered its sixth consecutive loss.
Utah's Department of Transportation used cold-in-place recycling on a 35-mile section of US Route 50, reusing 90% of materials to save an estimated $5 million. The method is expected to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and project completion time.
An analyst suggests that Utah Democrats could achieve their most significant legislative gains since 1986. The assessment comes from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah.
Season 13 of Holiday Baking Championship premiered on Food Network on Monday, November 2, featuring Molly Yeh as a new judge. The competition features twelve bakers competing for a $25,000 prize in a North Pole-themed setting.
Christmas tree permits for the Ashley National Forest will be available for purchase starting November 12 at 8:00 AM MST. These permits allow individuals to cut one tree within designated areas of the forest.
The Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Wildland Fire Service began prescribed fire operations throughout Utah on November 3, 2026. These operations will continue through the fall and winter seasons to reduce wildfire threats and restore ecosystems.
Republicans undertook a historic effort to redraw several states' Congressional districts mid-decade in an attempt to maintain control of the House. That effort was rebuffed on Tuesday night as the GOP was on track to lose all of the districts it tried to gerrymander.
Energy Fuels Inc. has appointed Jeffrey Olsen to its Board of Directors. Olsen will also serve as a Financial Expert on the company's Audit Committee.
