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LJ Martin and Evan Johnson Ruled Out for BYU Against ASU

BYU running back LJ Martin and cornerback Evan Johnson have been officially ruled out for Saturday's game against Arizona State, despite earlier hopes of a return. The decision follows a period of injury concerns for the Cougars, including the likely end of the career of offensive lineman Trevin Ostler.

CentraCom CEO Brad Welch Named to USTelecom Board

CentraCom CEO Brad Welch has been appointed to the Board of Directors of USTelecom – The Broadband Association. Welch, who also serves as vice chair of the association's Leadership Committee, will represent regional broadband interests in national policy discussions.

Big 12 Fines UCF $100K Over BYU Discriminatory Chants

The Big 12 Conference has fined the University of Central Florida $100,000 following discriminatory chants directed at Brigham Young University during a recent game. The conference also announced new policy measures to establish escalating consequences for discriminatory conduct at athletic events.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

New poll shows growing opposition to Utah’s Amendment B ahead of election day

With election day fast approaching, a new poll shows more Utah voters oppose Amendment B than support it. This measure would raise the bar for passing tax-related citizen-led initiatives. This poll raised eyebrows today, showing that 56% of Utahns now oppose Amendment B, a big shift from just a month ago, when half of Utahns supported it.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 29, 2026

NHL Status Report: Kindel Returns for Penguins Against Mammoth

A report published October 28 details several NHL injury updates, including the return of Ben Kindel for the Pittsburgh Penguins and a four-week injury timeline for Dallas Stars defenseman Kyle Capobianco.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Community raising money for wife of construction worker killed in fatal accident

County investigators released the scene back to the construction company today after they say a worker was killed Tuesday morning. Unfortunately the 24-year-old construction worker had already passed away...

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah lawmaker pushes red-light cameras to address deadly crashes

Automatic license plate readers are appearing in communities across Utah, where police say they help investigate crimes. But proposals to use cameras to catch drivers running red lights have faced resistance from some lawmakers. Utah’s Department of Public Safety crash portal lists 22,590 crashes involving drivers who ignored traffic control devices since 2020.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Big 12 fines UCF $100,000 for derogatory chants during BYU game

The Big 12 Conference has fined UCF $100,000 following a review of discriminatory chants directed at BYU during a football game. The conference is also implementing a new policy to establish escalating consequences for discriminatory conduct at athletic events.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

‘Without them, I’m not here’: Cooley puts on superhuman show for family in his hometown

In 2008, Sidney Crosby hosted a group of 5-year-old kids on the ice in Pittsburgh as part of his “Little Penguins” program. Eighteen years later, one of those kids scored a hat trick against Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins in the Steel City.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah Mammoth Defeat Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 in Overtime

The Utah Mammoth secured a 4-3 overtime victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. L. Cooley scored a hat trick to lead the Utah Mammoth in the contest.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

University of Utah student cited after fight with College Republicans over gender whiteboard

University of Utah police cited a student after a fight with College Republicans at a campus table featuring a whiteboard that asked students whether there are only two genders. The university said police responded Tuesday to Marriott Plaza just before 1 p.m. after reports of a fight between two students.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 29, 2026

'Deceived: The Daybell Story' podcast launches this week with untold details, new interviews

IDAHO FALLS – When Charles Vallow woke up in an Arizona hotel room on July 11, 2019, he had no way of knowing it would be his last day on Earth. Vallow had come to Chandler, the new home of his estranged wife, to spend time with his son, JJ.

via KSLStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Veteran journalist examines the Daybell case in new KSL podcast, 'Deceived: The Daybell Story'

For nearly seven years, Nate Eaton has been one of the most recognizable journalists covering the murders tied to Lori Vallow Daybell and Chad Daybell. Now, Eaton is sharing the story through a new lens in the KSL Podcast, "Deceived: The Daybell Story."

via KSLStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Run, fly, repeat: A Utah woman prepares for 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents

Utah mom and distance runner Melissa Walker is running The Great World Race. The race entails seven marathons in seven days on seven continents. Walker will join about 60 runners from around the world for the grueling challenge. Melissa Walker needs chocolate chip cookies and Coke for her trip around the world.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Search warrants in case of missing Utah teen Kylie Arellano question mom's claims

As the anniversary of Kylie Arellano's disappearance neared, investigators suspected her mother hadn't told the truth. Kylie, who was 15 years old when she disappeared, had earlier complained that her mother, Stephanie Coleman, choked her. Police said they hadn't been able to find text messages Coleman said she exchanged with her daughter.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah woman gets $5,492 refund almost 1 year after construction job never began

Marsha Worthen had waited through months of delays and a promised refund before contacting Get Gephardt to investigate. Worthen had a reason to trust EcoView. The company replaced her windows a few years ago. So, she hired it again to install three doors, paying a $5,492 deposit in November 2025.

via KSLStatewideOctober 29, 2026

‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is going to Broadway — starring an actress who sang with the Tabernacle Choir

It’s been 80 years since Jimmy Stewart transformed into George Bailey, the man who never could escape the small town of Bedford Falls. Now, the Christmas classic is heading to Broadway. It’s been 80 years since Jimmy Stewart transformed into George Bailey, the man who never could escape the small town of Bedford Falls, in “It’s a Wonderful Life” — and the film still remains a holiday staple.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Basement blaze leaves three residents' home unlivable

A basement fire left a converted two-apartment home unlivable, Unified Fire Authority Battalion Chief John Wilde said. Firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the home's main floor. The fire was in the basement, and crews brought it under control quickly.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Big West Women's Soccer Final Week to Determine Championship Seeding

The 2026 Big West women's soccer regular season concludes with 12 conference matches scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 28, and Saturday, Oct. 31. These matches will determine Championship seeding for the top six qualifying teams.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Snowbird to rejoin Freeride World Tour for 20th season in 2027

Snowbird will rejoin the Freeride World Tour for its 20th season in 2027. The Utah resort returns to the professional tour for the first time since 2014.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

University of Utah Health Celebrates 2026 Joy in Work Foundations Course

University of Utah Health employees participated in the Resiliency Center’s 2026 Joy in Work Foundations Course on September 22, 2026. The event aimed to address burnout and enhance workplace engagement through connection and practical well-being strategies.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah Valley women's soccer clinches share of Big West title

Utah Valley women's soccer secured at least a share of the Big West regular-season championship following a 2-0 shutout victory over Long Beach State on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The win at UCCU Stadium marks the Wolverines' first Big West title and their fifth consecutive conference regular-season championship.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Central Arizona Project joins lawsuit over Colorado River water cuts

The agency operating the Central Arizona Project canal system has joined a lawsuit to challenge a federal decision regarding Colorado River water cuts. The agency seeks to overturn a decision that could potentially shut down the canal system used for drinking water in Tucson and Phoenix.

StatewideOctober 29, 2026

Remember ‘Light the Fire Within’ from Utah’s last Olympics? Here’s the motto for LA’s 2028 Summer Games

There’s typically a motto created for every Olympic and Paralympic Games that’s intended to succinctly express how organizers want the world to experience the multibillion-dollar international sporting event. At the last Games held in February in Milan Cortina, Italy, the motto was “IT’s Your Vibe,” with the letters “IT” representing the host country.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 29, 2026

'They were all going to die': Man charged after holding his family hostage, threatening them

MAGNA, Utah (ABC4) — A man has been charged after he allegedly held his family hostage and threatened to kill them. The 35-year-old defendant, who ABC4.com is not naming at this time due to his relation to the victims, was arrested on Thursday.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 29, 2026

'Beloved Animal Ofrenda' at Loveland Living Planet Aquarium honors animals that have passed away

DRAPER, Utah (ABC4) — The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium is inviting guests to celebrate the lives of their beloved pets who have passed away with a special "Ofrenda de Animales Queridos" or "Beloved Animal Ofrenda." In honor of Día de los Muertos, the Ofrenda will remain on display until Nov.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 29, 2026

EPA Proposes Major Revisions To Biden-Era Oil And Natural Gas Regulations

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the latest EPA proposal this week that would significantly revise Biden-era oil and natural gas regulations under the Clean Air Act. The proposal is anticipated to save the U.S. economy $45 billion dollars in costs to consumers and businesses as well as release 210 million more barrels of American oil and 1.41 trillion cubic feet of natural gas.

via Basin NowStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Mayor acknowledges Hurricane left Gould Wash uncleared before second flood

Hurricane Mayor Clark Fawcett said the city had not cleared Gould Wash near homes before it flooded for a second time. The city had denied 2News's daily requests to discuss the wash since Thursday's flooding, until the lieutenant governor visited the area Thursday.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 29, 2026

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

AAA: Utah gas prices drop slightly

Business News Central Utah Local Utah News Ogden Regional News Salt Lake Southern Utah St. George Gas pump. Photo by Ismael Mohamad/UPI UTAH UTAH, Oct. 29, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — AAA’s survey shows that in Utah, the average cost of a gallon of regular gasoline has fallen 10 cents, to $4.62, in the past week.

via Gephardt DailyStatewideOctober 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

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

UDOT closes Guardsman Pass as winter weather moves in

Guardsman Pass will close for the winter Friday at 8 p.m., the Utah Department of Transportation said. The steep, narrow road is not plowed during winter. With more winter weather moving in, UDOT said the seasonal closure will help keep people safe.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 29, 2026

Utah joins FTC, other states in suing Toast, claims company mislead restaurants

The state of Utah, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), six other states, and two local governments are suing Toast, Inc., a company that provides point-of-sale hardware and software to restaurants and other businesses. The lawsuit claims that Toast misled restaurant owners with deceptive pricing, false customer support claims, and hidden fees.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 29, 2026
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