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Gov. Cox appoints Matthew Janzen to Third District Court

Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Matthew B. Janzen to the Third District Court, filling a vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Robert Faust. The appointment is subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. Matthew brings decades of legal experience and a deep commitment to public service, Gov. Cox said.

Oklahoma State defeats Colorado 57-24 to enter Big 12 title hunt

Oklahoma State football defeated Colorado 57-24 on Saturday night to return to contention for the Big 12 Championship and the College Football Playoff. Following losses by Texas Tech and BYU, the Cowboys are now in a five-way tie for second place in the conference standings.

Luka Doncic Scores 52 to Lead Lakers Over Jazz

Luka Doncic scored a season-high 52 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. Despite strong performances from Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George, the Jazz surrendered an 18-point lead as the Lakers secured their eighth win in their last nine games against Utah.

Utah Mammoth Defeat Tampa Bay Lightning in Overtime

The Utah Mammoth defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning in a five to four overtime victory at Delta Center. The win was secured during the extra period when defenseman Dmitry Simashev scored the deciding goal.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Dončić Scores 52 to Lead Lakers Over Jazz

Luka Dončić scored 52 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. Austin Reaves contributed 29 points and 4 assists in the win, while Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 28 points.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

No. 6 Utah to Face Cincinnati on Oct. 31

The No. 6 Utah Utes are scheduled to face Cincinnati on Saturday, Oct. 31, with a kickoff time of 3:45 p.m. ET at Nippert Stadium. The matchup follows a period of media discussion regarding the impact of national rankings and hype on the team's preparation.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Big 12 Contenders Stumble While Utah and Texas Secure Key Wins

In a report published October 24, college football analysts reviewed a chaotic Week 8 featuring significant upsets and unexpected losses for top-five teams. While BYU and Texas Tech stumbled, Utah remained undefeated and Arch Manning helped Texas secure a victory against Ole Miss.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Utah Data Shows Higher Degrees Lead to Higher Wages

New data highlights the relationship between educational attainment and annual wages for Utah graduates, showing that increased degree attainment consistently correlates with higher earnings. The findings, which build on long-standing data from the Utah Data Alliance, emphasize the role of field of study and years of employment in determining lifetime earning potential.

StatewideOriginally published October 25, 2026

Utah Tech University increases scholarship awards for incoming students

Utah Tech University is increasing scholarship awards and introducing a new scholarship opportunity for incoming Utah freshmen to make higher education more accessible. The university aims to provide an affordable polytechnic education through these expanded financial aid options.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Antelope Elementary releases weekly newsletter for October 26–30, 2026

Antelope Elementary released a weekly newsletter for the period of October 26–30, 2026. The school also expressed gratitude to staff and families for their support during the recent Fall Festival.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

No. 6 Utah visits Cincinnati on Oct. 31

No. 6 Utah (7-0) is scheduled to visit Cincinnati (5-2) on Oct. 31 at 3:45 p.m. EDT. The matchup will be broadcast on ESPN.

StatewideOriginally published October 25, 2026

Senate District 6 Candidates Focus on Economic and Local Issues

Democratic candidate Jared Neal and Republican candidate Tami Tran are competing for the Utah Senate District 6 seat, focusing on issues such as housing, water, and economic policy.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Utah law allows residential use of portable plug-in solar systems

Utah residents can use plug-in photovoltaic systems following the enactment of H.B. 340 in 2025. These portable solar devices are designed to plug into standard electrical outlets to offset electricity consumption.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Big 12 Contenders BYU and Texas Tech Suffer Week 8 Losses

In a report published October 25, college football Week 8 saw significant shifts as the Big 12 faced setbacks while Texas and other programs emerged as winners. Seven teams ranked in the top 18 suffered defeats during the week of action.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

UCF debates if double-OT win over BYU is program's biggest victory

UCF's double-overtime victory over BYU is being debated as a potential program milestone. While the win marks the Knights' first victory against an AP Top-5 opponent, analysts are weighing it against other historic wins in program history.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

191 College Football Games Completed Through October 23, 2026

A report published October 24 detailing college football results shows that 191 games were completed through October 23, 2026. The data includes final scores, team box scores, and player lines for the 2026 season.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Sundance Institute Receives $3M Gift to Return Directors Lab to Utah

The Sundance Institute has received a $3 million multiyear gift from The Hearthland Foundation to support its programming. The funding will facilitate the return of the Directors Lab to Sundance Mountain Resort and bolster various artist support initiatives.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

FBLA Power Lunch with Representative Stephen Whyte

By Carey White, SHS Digital Media On Thursday, October 22, Springville High’s FBLA (Future Busine...

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Sports Television Schedule Released for Week of October 24-31, 2026

A sports television schedule for the week of October 24 through October 31, 2026, was released in a report published October 24. The lineup includes matchups across major leagues including MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL, and various international soccer competitions.

StatewideOctober 25, 2026

Utah State Falls 20-17 to Texas State in Heartbreaker

Utah State fell 20-17 to Texas State in a close contest at UFCU Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, as the Aggies failed to convert on a final field goal attempt.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Texas State Defeats Utah State 20-17 in San Marcos

Texas State defeated Utah State 20-17 at UFCU Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, to improve its record to 4-3. Kian Afrookhteh provided all the scoring for Utah State through three field goals, but a late touchdown and field goal from Texas State secured the victory for the Bobcats.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Texas St. Defeats Utah St. 20-17 on October 23

Texas St. defeated Utah St. 20-17 on October 23 in San Marcos, Texas. The matchup at UFCU Stadium saw Texas St. secure a victory despite a late scoring effort from Utah St.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Utah Royals Clinch First NWSL Playoff Berth

The Utah Royals clinched the franchise's first NWSL playoff berth following a 0-0 draw against the Seattle Reign on Friday, October 23, 2026. The postseason qualification was confirmed after the Portland Thorns defeated the North Carolina Courage, ending Utah's run of finishing in the bottom of the league standings over the last two seasons.

StatewideSandyOctober 24, 2026

Montana State defeats Weber State 38-33 in Bozeman

Montana State defeated Weber State 38-33 in Bozeman, Mont. The Bobcats victory follows a previous 56-20 win over Eastern Washington.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Nikita Kucherov sets Tampa Bay Lightning all-time points record

Nikita Kucherov has become the all-time points leader for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He achieved the milestone on Saturday by surpassing Steven Stamkos with an assist on a goal by Brayden Point.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Academy Park School Community Council Adopts New Rules of Order

The Academy Park School Community Council adopted new rules of order and procedure on August 20, 2026. The council will review and update these rules annually through a formal vote.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Idaho wins 31-28 against Southern Utah on final-play field goal

Southern Utah overcame a 10-point deficit late in the game but ultimately lost 31-28 to Idaho on a 53-yard field goal as time expired on Saturday at the P1FCU Kibbie Dome. The loss moves the Thunderbirds to a 3-5 overall record and 2-3 in Big Sky play.

StatewideOriginally published October 24, 2026

High School Football America Provides Live Utah Playoff Scores for 2026

High School Football America is providing live coverage of Utah high school football playoff scores for the 2026 post season. The platform offers up-to-the-minute scoreboard updates through its HSFA Scorestream service.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Flood Watch in Effect for Southeast Utah Through Sunday Morning

A flood watch is in effect for several areas in Utah and Colorado through Sunday morning. Excessive rainfall may cause flooding in rivers, creeks, and low-lying locations.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Golden Eagles Defeat Snow College to Enter Conference Tournament

The College of Southern Idaho women's soccer team enters the Scenic West Conference tournament following a 1-0 regular season victory over Snow College. The Golden Eagles face a potential rematch against the Badgers in the first round of the tournament starting Thursday, October 29.

StatewideOriginally published October 24, 2026

Stewart Elementary Announces Ribbon Week and Halloween Parade Details

Jennie P Stewart Elementary announced several upcoming events and school activities in a report published October 23, 2026. The school is celebrating Ribbon Week and has various deadlines and volunteer opportunities for parents and community members.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Montana State Rallies to Defeat Weber State 38-33

No. 3 Montana State rallied with 21 unanswered points in the second half to defeat No. 22 Weber State 38-33 at Bobcat Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. Despite a 27-17 halftime lead for the Wildcats, the Bobcats secured the victory through a dominant ground game and key defensive turnovers.

StatewideOriginally published October 24, 2026

Showers and Cool Temperatures Forecast for Northern Utah through Friday

Showers are expected to continue across northern Utah and southwest Wyoming through Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. Unsettled weather and cooler temperatures are forecasted to persist through the weekend before shifting next week.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

BYU AD Brian Santiago Backs Kalani Sitake and Touts Football Investment

BYU athletic director Brian Santiago expressed his support for Kalani Sitake and highlighted over $25 million in ongoing capital projects for the football program. The comments were made during an interview on the Cougar Tracks Podcast.

StatewideOriginally published October 24, 2026

Williamson Scores 23 in Pelicans Loss to Utah Jazz

Zion Williamson recorded 23 points in a one-point loss to the Utah Jazz on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. This follows a season debut where Williamson scored 22 points in a loss to the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Football Playoff on October 30!

Join us for round one of the state football playoffs as our Skyhawks take on the Mustangs of Mounta...

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Cowboys legend Cornell Green dies at 86

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive back Cornell Green has died at age 86. Green was a member of the first generation of the Doomsday Defense and a Super Bowl VI champion.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Cowboys trailblazer Cornell Green dies at 86 after battle with dementia

Former Dallas Cowboys player Cornell Green died Wednesday at age 86 following a long battle with dementia. Green, an unlikely NFL success story and former Utah State basketball standout, was recognized by the Cowboys as a trailblazer.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026
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