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
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
Medicare Open Enrollment Updates
Medicare Open Enrollment Updates MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT IS OCT 15—DEC 7, 2026 Medicare Open Enrollment Is Here We want to help you continue receiving care from University of Utah Health without interruption.
StatewideOriginally published October 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
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