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Geraldine Sorensen of River Heights to be honored Oct. 24
Geraldine Johnson Sorensen of River Heights passed away on October 16, 2026. Funeral services and viewings are scheduled at the River Heights LDS Church.
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River Heights City Agenda
River Heights City City Council Agenda Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Notice is hereby given that the River Heights City Council will hold their regular meeting at 6:30 p.m., at the River Heights City Office Building at 520 S 500 E.
Does the Big 12 have the best collection of basketball coaches?
KANSAS CITY — The Big 12 has an impressive basketball reputation — and so do its coaches. With the conference hosting its media days in Kansas City this week, the league’s 16 head coaches will take the stage to preview the upcoming season and talk up their teams.
Utah Geothermal Boom Brings Clean Power and Water Questions
— Beneath the Rocky Mountains, the Sierra Nevada, and the deserts in between, lies a massive energy source—and it isn’t a fossil fuel. The smashing and separating of tectonic plates that produced many of the West’s most dramatic landscapes have also allowed heat from the planet’s core to rise nearly to the surface.
PHS Sports Sidelines — Oct. 20, 2026
The fall sports season is coming to an end. The cross country teams did well at the region tournament at Bryce Valley. The Lady Cats took first place, and the boys came in second. For the girls, Hallie Albreht took 1st, Annie Yardley took 3rd, Abbi Dodds took 8th, and Evans took 12th.
Utah Attorney General expected to announce new legal action against online gambling
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Utah Attorney General Derek Brown declared online gambling a public nuisance, announcing a civil lawsuit against online prediction market Kalshi and its affiliated companies. During a press conference on Tuesday, Brown alleged the company violated Utah’s anti-gambling laws by offering its services to more than 32,000 verified Utah users.
Children’s coin purses and air rifles recalled over chemical and projectile hazards
Two recalls announced Thursday involve products that could expose consumers to harmful chemicals or unexpected gunfire. Primark is recalling over 2,000 101 Dalmatians faux-leather children’s coin purses because they contain excessive concentrations of phthalates.
Is the US doing enough to help Ukraine? 'No,' Utah senator says
Sen. John Curtis said the United States is not doing enough to help Ukraine defend itself as Russia has recently ramped up attacks. The Republican also reiterated his criticism of President Donald Trump's decision to import Russian diesel fuel, saying it would only bolster Russia's war effort.
Utah sues Kalshi for "brazen pattern of unlawful conduct"
Utah is suing Kalshi for what the state calls a “brazen pattern of unlawful conduct” and is asking a judge to order the company to stop offering wagers in the state. It also wants the prediction market platform, used primarily for sports betting, to pay the millions it’s made through fees from wagers Utahns placed and that residents have lost through wagers.
Blum scores twice as Weber State retakes Big Sky soccer lead
Weber State women's soccer regained first place in the Big Sky Conference standings following a 3-0 victory against Montana. Senior forward Lily Blum led the win with two goals, helping the Wildcats secure 13 conference points.
Buzz of the Week: Do you feel like you have a political home in Utah?
Republican, Democrat, Democratic Socialist, Libertarian, Independent, something else entirely — do you feel like you have a political home in Utah? Let us know what you think.
Utah sues Kalshi, claims Utahns lost millions in illegal gambling
The State of Utah has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, claiming the prediction market company is actually illegal gambling in which residents have lost millions. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown announced the filing during a briefing Tuesday.
Utah AD Mark Harlan wants ESPN and the Big 12 to spread out the late-night kickoffs
Utah has had a lot of late kickoffs this season. Actually, the No. 10 Utes have had a lot of late kickoffs since joining the Big 12 in 2024. But let's just focus on 2026 for now. Utah is scheduled to kick off at 8:15 MDT against No. 14 Houston on Saturday.
A unicorn villain, Dolly Parton and skeletal headgear lead Google's 2026 costume searches
SALT LAKE CITY — As Halloween creeps closer, Google Trends has released Frightgeist, the search engine's annual report on the most-searched costumes, candy, and decorations. Movie characters and Santa hats are in (just not for humans) and political costumes are out.
How the boring, monotonous work is paying off for the Utah Jazz's Ace Bailey
Ace Bailey didn't see Austin Ainge coming. Ainge, the Utah Jazz President of Basketball Operations, approached Bailey at his cubby in the Jazz locker room after Utah's preseason games against the San Antonio Spurs. Bailey's back was to Ainge, gathering his things to leave, when the Jazz executive began congratulating him.
Utah Forecast: Sunny Tuesday Precedes Widespread Rain and Storms
A sunny and mild Tuesday in Utah will give way to widespread rain and thunderstorms throughout the week, according to the National Weather Service. While many areas enjoy clear skies on Oct. 20, significant precipitation is forecasted for much of the state starting Wednesday.
Crystal glass cups and portable bed rails recalled over ingestion and entrapment hazards
Two recalls announced October 15 involve products that could cause serious injuries or death. Loving Thyself Rocks is recalling about 600 crystal glass cups containing loose stone chips between two layers of glass. The glass can break inside the cup during use, creating ingestion and laceration hazards.
Cincinnati to host Utah on Oct. 31 at 3:45 p.m. ET
Cincinnati football will host Utah on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3:45 p.m. ET, according to a Oct. 19 statement. The Big 12 Conference announced the kickoff time and television details for the Week 9 matchup.
Mitt Romney issues rare statement as Republicans challenge Trump's Russia deal
Romney joins Republicans urging Trump to reinstate sanctions against Russia. Trump's executive order on Russian sanctions faces Republican and Ukrainian backlash. WASHINGTON — Former Utah Sen.
Latter-day Saint Leaders to Dedicate Idaho and Nicaragua Temples
Senior leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are scheduled to dedicate the Montpelier Idaho and Managua Nicaragua temples on Oct. 18, marking the 225th and 226th temple dedications for the organization. The Church currently maintains 385 temples in various stages of development.
Will $1 billion for the Great Salt Lake materialize? Sen. Curtis says he’s working on it
Sen. "So that’s the mode that I’m in right now, is working with my colleagues to help them understand why a $1 billion investment in the lake is a good investment," he said. "In a perfect world, we’d get a $1 billion in this year’s budget.
Latter-day Saint leaders dedicate church’s 225th, 226th temples in Idaho, Nicaragua
Senior leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints dedicated new temples in Idaho and Nicaragua on Sunday. President Henry B. Eyring of the First Presidency dedicated the Montpelier Idaho Temple, the church’s 225th, and Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles dedicated the Managua Nicaragua Temple, the church’s 226th.
‘Keep the rat poison away from the boys’: No. 2 BYU not dwelling on rankings, big upset of Notre Dame
BYU football coach Kalani Sitake doesn’t have time to talk about the national college football rankings. Not at this point of the season, anyway. Exactly 24 hours after the undefeated Cougars ascended to No. 2 in the AP Top 25 media poll, Sitake was asked about the Cougars (6-0) vault from No. 8 to within a whisker of No. 1 on Monday in his weekly press briefing.
America’s haunted history: Reckoning with the country’s ghosts
Betsy Gaines Quammen really loves ghost stories. She grew up telling them, lived in a haunted house in Colorado Springs and once encountered what surely must have been the ghost of Ernest Hemingway. In 2022, she stayed at Hemingway’s house in Ketchum, Idaho, for a writer’s retreat.
Miami Projected to Hit No. 1 After Wild Week 7 Chaos
According to a report published October 17, Miami is projected to rise to No. 1 in the US LBM Coaches Poll following a weekend of significant losses among top-ranked teams. The projected shift follows a Saturday where five of the top eight teams from the previous week's poll lost their matchups.
The Southern Utah Home Show is almost here: Grow your business and connect with local homeowners
(Sponsored) Showcase your business, generate qualified leads and connect face-to-face with homeowners ready to invest in their properties at the Southern Utah Home Show! Home improvement contractors, remodelers, landscapers, designers and home service providers are invited to exhibit at the Southern Utah Home Show, happening Friday, Oct.
Sandy Suburban Improvement District to Hold Public Hearing for 2027 Budget
The Sandy Suburban Improvement District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Nov. 12, 2026, to consider the final adoption of the proposed 2027 budget. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the District Office in Sandy.
Utah Mammoth Defeats Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4 at Delta Center
The Utah Mammoth defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins with a 5-4 victory at the Delta Center. The game saw significant scoring across all three periods, resulting in a win for the home team.
Utah Golf Sits 11th After Second Day at Williams Cup
Utah men's golf finished the second day of the Williams Cup in 11th place with a total score of 595. Senior Gabriel Palacios moved up seven spots in the leaderboard after recording an even par round.
BYU Defeats Notre Dame to Rise to No. 3
BYU defeated Notre Dame 28-24 in a top 10 matchup, moving the Cougars up to No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. The victory marks BYU's highest-ranked opponent win since 1990.
Letter with white powder addressed to Utah Lt. Gov. Henderson intercepted, given to FBI
Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson is among several election officials across the country who have been sent suspicious white powder and threatening letters ahead of the midterm elections. Reports of the letters in Arizona, Ohio, Oklahoma and Louisiana began last week, prompting building evacuations and an FBI investigation with just over two weeks to go until the Nov.
Federal actions around voting system expand weeks ahead of midterms
With early voting for the midterms underway, federal actions around the U.S. voting system are expanding. Election officials explain their response, and the Justice Department says "there should be no interruption" with the results.
Lee defends Trump DOJ after Utah lieutenant governor calls federal government 'threat' to elections
Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson said in an episode of "60 Minutes" over the weekend that the real threat to state elections is not voter fraud but the federal government. Department of Justice notified Henderson in September she is being investigated as Utah's chief election officer for refusing to share private voter information.
Bachmeier earns Offensive Player of the Game in BYU win over Notre Dame
Bear Bachmeier earned Offensive Player of the Game honors following a Week 7 victory for the BYU Cougars over No. 2 Notre Dame. The Cougars secured a 28-24 win on Saturday night, bolstered by four touchdowns from the sophomore quarterback.
Kid Sistr Is Here to Rock Your Socks Off, in a Gay Way
Interviews For Kid Sistr, growing up doesn’t mean growing out of the things that brought you together. The trio has built a sound around alt-rock, pop-punk and chaos, pairing the angst of queer girlhood with the humor that makes their music and personality unmistakably theirs.
Four calls alerted authorities to a man on SR-6 and the search ended in an arrest
Utah accuses him of throwing rocks at vehicles on state route 6 One of the windshields was damaged. Nicholas Sean-Leo Proulx was arrested on October 17 and faces charges of property damage for losses of $5,000 or more, reckless endangerment, and aggravated disorderly conduct on a street or highway, according to the probable cause statement.
Race for Campus Safety
The Lauren McCluskey Foundation’s Race for Campus Safety is an annual, community-driven event dedicated to raising awareness and funds to improve how colleges respond to relationship violence and stalking. Inspired by Lauren McCluskey’s life and legacy, the race brings together students, families, advocates, and campus communities in a shared commitment to systemic change. Participants of
Ignite Entrepreneurship Academy Board Meeting Scheduled for Oct. 20
The Ignite Entrepreneurship Academy Board of Directors is scheduled to hold a meeting on Oct. 20, 2026. The meeting will address various agenda items including finance reports and policy amendments.
El Paso Texas Temple site location and map announced
The First Presidency announced the site location for the future El Paso Texas Temple in a report published October 19. A site map for the new temple was also released alongside the announcement.
Concerns grow over proposed energy transmission line in Southern Utah
NEW HARMONY, Utah (ABC4) — Rocky Mountain Power plans to build a 54-mile transmission line in Southern Utah, leading to some concerns from local residents. The project, titled the Three Peaks to Purgatory Flat transmission line project, was announced to the public earlier this year ahead of open house meetings.