Ashley National Forest Christmas tree permits available November 12
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.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
BLM and USWFS launch prescribed burn season across Utah
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.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Did Republican efforts to redistrict the House turn into a dummymander? A state-by-state guide
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.
via CBS NewsStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Energy Fuels Appoints Jeffrey Olsen to Board of Directors
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.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
‘Blue tsunami’ hits Utah: House Republicans on pace to lose 17 seats, breaking supermajority
News Story By the time Utah’s election night results were posted at 9 p.m. Tuesday, it was already clear that Democrats were sweeping the nation in a scathing rebuke to President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Though margins indicated Democrats here were performing far better than they usually do, Utah’s congressional races largely came down as expected.
via Utah News DispatchStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utah Minor Recovered by Law Enforcement After Oregon Man Allegedly Transported the Victim to Engage in Criminal Sexual Activity
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — An Oregon man is now in federal custody and charged in a criminal complaint with transportation with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity after he allegedly met a Utah minor online in May 2025, drove to Utah to pick up the victim, and then transported the victim to his residence across state lines. The minor was recovered by law enforcement at the
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utah Hosts Inaugural Intermountain Critical Minerals Summit
Industry, government, and academic leaders are meeting at the Salt Palace Convention Center for the inaugural Intermountain Critical Minerals Summit and the 111th annual Utah Mining Association convention to discuss domestic supply chains and workforce development.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utah voters reject Amendment B
A stylized look at Utah Amendment B as it appears on the Tooele County 2026 sample ballot. Utahns rejected the constitutional amendment requiring citizen-led ballot initiatives that affect taxes to pass with a 60% majority vote. Amendment B failed after the Associated Press called the race at 9:36 p.m.
via KPCWStatewideNovember 4, 2026
University partners on inaugural Intermountain Critical Minerals Summit - @theU
On Nov. 4 and 5 at the Salt Palace Convention Center, leaders from industry, government, academia and national laboratories will gather to discuss the technologies,...
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Oregon State defeats Weber State 102-61 in Nov. 2 opener
Oregon State defeated Weber State 102-61 in their season opener on November 2, 2026. While Weber State remained competitive through the first half, the Beavers utilized a dominant second half to secure the victory in Corvallis, Oregon.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Weber State football moves up to No. 18 in national ranking
Weber State football rose to No. 18 in the STATS Perform FCS Top 25 following a 38-14 victory over UC Davis on Oct. 31, 2026. The Wildcats also saw significant gains in advanced analytics and received several individual conference honors.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utah GOP's House supermajority washed away by Blue Tsunami m...
News November 4, 2026 Utah GOP's House supermajority washed away by Blue Tsunami midterm election. Earth Quake Benjamin Wood Utah Democrats are set to begin the new year with the most power they've held in decades after Tuesday's midterm elections brought stunning losses to Republicans up and down ballots throughout the country.
via City WeeklyStatewideNovember 4, 2026
First, Second, Third and Fourth District Races
Utah voters elected Democrat Ben McAdams to the new First Congressional District. The Associated Press projects McAdams defeating Republican Riley Owen and three other candidates. The former congressman returns to Washington after previously representing Utah from 2019 to 2021.
via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utahns resoundingly reject Amendment B to the State Constitution in Nov. 3 balloting
SALT LAKE CITY – Among other decisive victories in statewide balloting on Nov. 3, Utah Democrats are celebrating voters slamming the door on a proposed change to the state constitution that would have impacted ballot initiatives. “Utahns have defeated Amendment B,” the Democrats crowed in a social media post on Nov. 4.
via Cache Valley DailyStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utah teen Kylie Arellano found safe in Oregon more than a year after she vanished | Dateline
UPDATE: The man arrested in connection with Kylie's case has been identified as Adam Hunter Harmel. He has been charged with transporting Kylie across state lines with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. No lawyer was listed in court records and the federal public defender's office declined to comment if it represented Harmel.
via NBC NewsStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utah’s anti-porn laws can't keep up with VPNs and other inte...
News November 4, 2026 Utah’s anti-porn laws can't keep up with VPNs and other internet work-arounds. Hits & Misses City Weekly Staff Miss: Tangled Web Fox 13 continues to report on Utah’s attempts to block pornography within the state.
via City WeeklyStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Ask an Expert – November yard and garden tips
USU Eastern press release Guest article written by JayDee Gunnell, Utah State University Extension horticulturist
As the seasons change, many gardeners, like their plants, are spent. But before hanging up the garden tools, make sure your yard is ready for winter by finishing the last few tasks.
via ETV NewsStatewideNovember 4, 2026
American Red Cross of Utah honors National Diabetes Awareness Month with free A1C testing for blood donors
American Red Cross of Utah press release With diabetes affected nearly 38.4 million Americans, the Red Cross is to provide all blood donors with early detection and proactive health measures. UTAH — The American Red Cross of Utah is bringing awareness to National Diabetes Awareness Month by offering free A1C testing to all blood donors throughout the month of November.
via ETV NewsStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Abby Cox Author of New Children's Book Jennie Makes Room
In a post published November 3, Governor Cox shared details regarding a new children's book written by Abby Cox. Proceeds from the book will benefit the Governor’s Mansion Foundation.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Governor Cox Celebrates New Children's Book at Governor's Mansion
Governor Cox announced a celebration at the Governor's Mansion to honor the children's book Jennie Makes Room! The book's proceeds will support the Governor's Mansion Foundation.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Utah Coach Scalley Prepares for Top 10 Holy War Matchup
Utah head football coach Morgan Scalley addressed the media on Monday, November 2, 2026, ahead of a high-stakes rivalry game against #7 BYU. The matchup marks the first time both teams have met while ranked in the top 10.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, IN AND FOR CARBON COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL JOSEPH O’SHEA II, Deceased.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Case No.: 263700091
Judge: Jeremiah Humes
Michael Bianco O’Shea, 135 E Street, Helper, Utah 84526, has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate.
via ETV NewsStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Schmaltz Scores Power-Play Winner in Mammoth Victory Over Maple Leafs
The Utah Mammoth defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, at Scotiabank Arena, led by a Nick Schmaltz power-play goal. The victory moved Utah to 10-6-0, while Toronto fell to 8-7-2.
StatewideNovember 4, 2026
Ben McAdams promises results and asks to be held accountable
The congressman-elect assured that he will focus his work on reducing costs for families, fighting corruption, protecting the right to vote, and defending the Great Salt Lake. In a statement following Tuesday's election, McAdams thanked volunteers, donors, and voters who supported his campaign.
via Telemundo UtahStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Democrats take control of Congress in a major setback for Trump and Republicans
Republicans had attempted to challenge the historic redistricting precedent aimed at creating a favorable electoral map. Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress on Tuesday and dealt a decisive blow to Republican control in Washington, paving the way for a new era of legislative opposition to President Donald Trump.
via Telemundo UtahStatewideNovember 4, 2026
Backburner: Understudy opens in the Post District; Benihana ...
Utah dining news from November 5 to November 11
Aimee L. Cook
Understudy Takes the Stage in the Post District
Climb the stairs at Sunday School in the Post District, and you’ll find Understudy, the neighborhood’s newest bar. It’s a place built for lingering.
via City WeeklyStatewideNovember 4, 2026