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.
Patrick Stewart, the classically trained stage actor who scaled the Shakespearean canon and added gravitas to a Star Trek franchise and the X-Men films, has died. He was 86. Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia, spokesperson Kelly Bush Novak said.
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.
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.
The group opposing Constitutional Amendment B, which would make it harder to pass ballot initiatives that raise taxes by requiring 60% support from voters, spent $3 million opposing the measure, most of it from a D.C.-based "dark money" group. It appears to be working, with a majority of Utahns now opposing the amendment.
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.
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.
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.
LOGAN — Utah State University has set a new record for fall 2026 enrollment, with 32,286 students enrolled this semester. That's an 8% increase over fall 2025, with growth attributed in part to concurrent enrollment and the university's statewide and online options, according to a recently released report.
Today, we mourn the passing of Dolores Huerta and honor a life defined by courage and an unwavering love for our communities. As a leader of the Chicano movement, Dolores organized immigrant workers and helped build a labor movement at a time when women like her were rarely welcomed in those spaces, let alone in positions of leadership.
The Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington DC.
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.
Drawing more than 1.4 million visits to its red sandstone landscape, Sand Hollow State Park was Utah's most-visited state park during fiscal year 2026. Sand Hollow ranks No. 1 out of 46 state parks, which altogether drew over 12 million visits for the third year in a row, according to a press release from Utah State Parks.
Before BYU beat East Carolina a season ago, cornerback Evan Johnson looked straight into a camera and informed all those who would watch that he’d get an interception in that game and return it for a touchdown in a Cougar win. He was right.
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.
Utah Jazz guard Darryn Peterson has been cleared to play after being listed day-to-day with a head issue. The 19-year-old's upgrade on the injury report comes as the Jazz continue to manage several other players on the injury list.
Six "did you know?" takeaways from a new biography of LDS historian Richard Bushman. Did you know, for instance, that he dodged a Mark Hofmann forgery? Did you know he got a blessing from academic-wary apostle Boyd K. Packer?
Halloween weekend is here, and there’s plenty of spooky fun to be had. (Desert Jake Media) A silk aerialist is one of the performers in Odyssey Dance Theatre's production of "Thriller," set to perform Oct. 29-31, 2026, at Tuacahn Amphitheatre in Ivins.
One more dry day before storms move in! Showers will begin in SW UT Friday then drift north by afternoon & evening. A lull is possible on Saturday but widespread, heavier rain is likely Sunday & early Monday as deep moisture is pumped into Utah.
Energy Fuels Inc. will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, November 5, 2026, to discuss third-quarter financial results. The company will release a press release containing financial results and other highlights prior to the scheduled call.
Real Salt Lake secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Austin FC at Q2 Stadium on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, earning their third straight win and moving above the playoff line with 42 points. The victory marks the club's fourth consecutive unbeaten match and their first back-to-back road wins since April 2024.
After a national search, Utah State University Extension Vice President Justen Smith named JayDee Gunnell executive director of USU Extension's Agriculture and Natural Resources Department. Gunnell is an Extension horticulture professor and brings 21 years of experience to the role.
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ST. GEORGE, Utah – A Southern Utah man appeared in federal court today for his initial appearance following a federal indictment alleging he committed multiple crimes after he allegedly received and possessed child pornography, otherwise known as child sex abuse material or “CSAM.”
According to an October 29 report, BYU stars LJ Martin and Evan Johnson have been ruled out for the upcoming game against Arizona State. Other injuries affecting both programs include BYU right guard Trevin Ostler and Arizona State starting offensive lineman Tana Alo-Tupuola.
PINE VALLEY, Utah — You may have heard of a "scoop and score." "If you can't lift it, we'll try it," said Jay Fullerton, with Salmon River Helicopters. But have you heard of a "scoop and straw?" "To have the helicopter back in it causes a lot of buzz among the community members, like, what are they doing, what are they dropping, what's it for?" said Pine Valley Fire Chief Robert Hardy.
BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier, center top, is sacked by Central Florida defensive lineman Thomas Collins, center bottom, during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. The Big 12 Conference has fined UCF $100,000 for fans' derogatory chants aimed at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at last weekend’s football game against BYU.
The Minnesota Wild defeated the Utah Mammoth 3-1 on Tuesday, October 27, led by a Kirill Kaprizov goal and assist. Jesper Wallstedt recorded 26 saves in the victory for the Central Division rival.
BYU women's basketball completed its final preseason tuneup for the 2026-27 season with a 120-36 exhibition victory over Western Colorado on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at the Marriott Center. The Cougars demonstrated offensive depth and high shooting percentages during the win.
The University of Utah said it's offering "support and resources" to the victim of an attack on campus — a member of the College Republicans — and it's doing the same for the person who was cited for misdemeanor assault and property damage. "Two Class B misdemeanors don't get you expelled or even in trouble?" posted Riley Beesley, Utah College Republicans chair.
Long after fire embers cool and structural rebuilding begins, adolescents’ mental health may still need attention. Utah's 2026 wildfire season underscores that need.
A Hill Air Force Base fire crew extinguished a semi-trailer fire on I-80 near Exit 54 on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026. No injuries were reported during the incident, and the roadway has since reopened.
In celebration of their contributions to the Southern Utah community, Utah Tech University inducted Tony and Shae Allen and V. Lowry Snow into its Hall of Fame this fall.
The Big 12 Conference has issued a $100,000 fine to UCF following discriminatory chants directed at BYU during a football game. Additionally, the conference has implemented a new policy establishing escalating penalties for discriminatory conduct, including potential in-game competitive penalties.
Republican candidates Blake Moore and Keith Grover have shared their campaign priorities through recent surveys, focusing on economic affordability, individual liberty, and legislative leadership. Moore is seeking reelection to Utah's 2nd Congressional District, while Grover is campaigning for Senate District 23.
Rocky 50th anniversary; Filméxico festival; Utah Queer Film Festival; Buster Keaton’s The Cameraman and more. Scott Renshaw "Rocky" (1976)Amazon MGM Studios The Lost Boys: Just in case you haven’t gotten Halloween out of your system, you can rebound on the day after with a vampire classic.
Kalshi co-founder and CEO Tarek Mansour speaks during the Economic Club of New York luncheon, Oct. 27, 2026, in New York. Just days after the federal government sued Utah to stop its civil case against Kalshi, Utah Attorney General Derek Brown hit the prediction market website and co-founders Tarek Mansour and Luana Lopes Lara with criminal charges.
Heart cells stay fueled up by burning multiple energy sources simultaneously—a unique ability that's crucial to preventing heart failure.
Former Utah Supreme Court Justice Diana Hagen is speaking out on social media ahead of next week’s election, urging Utah voters to retain judges in order to preserve an “independent, non-political judiciary.” “Do you believe in the Utah Constitution’s promise of a fair, independent and non-political judiciary?”
Crews working on the First Dam Tank and Water Line Project are preparing to pave sections of Canyon Road beginning next week as construction continues along 300 North. Thank you for reading Already a subscriber? Login here × Enjoying the read?
