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Sego Leadership receives $2.5 million grant for social awareness campaign

“What could happen if the way we work actually reflected what we value most? ” “The Motherhood Advantage [project] grew from a question, and it’s basically this: If any state should know how to value mothers, it’s Utah. ” Melanie Jones, Sego Leadership CEO, told the Deseret News.

The BYU and Utah football teams just made history together

There isn’t a whole lot of notable history that the BYU-Utah football rivalry hasn’t already achieved, but the two programs did check a new thing off the list Sunday. For the first time, both teams are ranked in the top 10 of the Associated Press Top 25 poll at the same time, with BYU at No.

Families share stories of teens who lost their lives on Utah roads

18th Teen Memoriam honors teens and encourages families to keep talking about road safety SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 19, 2026) — Today, Utah families, UDOT and public safety leaders came together to remember the 30 teens killed on Utah roads in 2025 and to share an urgent reminder: a loved one’s death is preventable.  “The […]

Suspicious letters sent to lawmakers do not contain hazardous materials Deseret News

The suspicious letters sent to at least three dozen congressional offices last week do not contain hazardous materials, top security officials say, but the situation remains under investigation. Senators and House members in both parties began receiving the letters last week, sent to their offices in Washington and back home.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah weather: Mostly cloudy and warm start this week, but wetter and cooler conditions arrive late this week

Happy Monday, Utah! A weak area of low pressure will spin plenty of clouds into Utah over the next few days. A few isolated showers will be possible through midweek, but much higher rain chances arrive later this week.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah food bank prepares for holiday drive as food insecurity rises

With inflation driving up living costs and the holiday season approaching, community leaders are sounding the alarm about growing food insecurity in the Intermountain West. According to data shared during a recent 2News interview, 445,000 Utahns are facing food insecurity.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah's LG says Postal inspector intercepts letter with suspicious powder meant for her office

Postal Inspection Service intercepted a suspicious envelope meant for Utah's lieutenant governor. Gov. Deidre Henderson's office was targeted amid rising political tensions over election administration. The FBI and Postal Inspection Service are investigating similar threats to election officials nationwide.

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Postal inspector intercepts suspicious envelope addressed to Utah lieutenant governor

Utah election officials were among those targeted by threatening letters and envelopes containing suspicious white powder, Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson said. (Photo: Lt. Gov.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Ohio State Claims No. 1 Spot Following Week 7 Upsets

Ohio State has ascended to the No. 1 spot in the USA TODAY Sports NCAA Re-Rank 1-138 following a week of significant upsets. Brigham Young also moved into the top three after a victory over Notre Dame, while several other top teams dropped in the rankings.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

BYU men's basketball ranked No. 25 in AP preseason poll

BYU men's basketball has been ranked No. 25 in the Associated Press preseason Top 25 poll for the 2026-27 season. The Cougars are one of six Big 12 schools included in the preseason rankings.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

BYU Rises to No. 2 After Massive 28-24 Win Over Notre Dame

BYU secured a 28-24 victory over No. 2 Notre Dame on Saturday, October 17, 2026, marking what some describe as the program's biggest home football win in history. Following the win, the Cougars rose to No. 2 in national rankings, trailing only unbeaten Miami.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Man arrested at gunpoint after throwing large rocks at cars on US-6

A man has been jailed for allegedly throwing rocks at vehicles on US-6, causing damage to one car's windshield. Nicholas Sean-Leo Proulx, 37, has been arrested for criminal mischief resulting in a loss over $5,000 (second-degree felony), reckless endangerment (Class A misdemeanor), and aggravated disorderly conduct on a highway (Class B misdemeanor).

via ABC4StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Dan Bryant Takes the Wheel as the Tri County Bookmobile Librarian

When Dan Bryant saw the job listing for the Tri County bookmobile librarian, he knew he should apply for the job. He remembered the feeling of excitement when he was a child and saw the bookmobile pull up and was greeted by a bookmobile librarian, who was always happy to see him. “I want to do that,” he says. “I ...

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah postal inspector intercepts suspicious election mail amid string of nationwide cases

Utah's postal inspector intercepted an envelope containing suspicious white powder and a purported threatening letter that was headed for Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson's office. Henderson shared a photograph of the envelope on social media, while assuring that "nothing is going to disrupt the midterm election.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Suspicious White Powder and Threatening Letters Intercepted Bound for Henderson Office

In a post published October 18, Deidre M. Henderson announced that a local postal inspector intercepted an envelope containing suspicious white powder and threatening letters intended for her office. Henderson stated that the package was handed over to the FBI and emphasized that the midterm election will not be disrupted.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Letter with white powder addressed to Utah Lt. Gov. Henderson intercepted, given to FBI • Utah News Dispatch

Utah Lt. Gov. 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. ” Henderson wrote. “Also, nothing is going to disrupt the midterm election.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Attorney representing Kouri Richins on fraud charges asks to withdraw

Kouri Richins will be given a new attorney to represent her on 26 fraud-related felony charges. Her attorney Amy Fowler asked to withdraw on Monday, citing communication breakdown with Richins. Richins cited Fowler's relationships with a witness in her other case, the judge and a prosecutor in a letter asking for a new attorney.

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

President Henry B. Eyring- Is Not This The Fast That I Have Chosen?

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via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

President Russell M. Nelson- The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again

Toggle navigation LISTEN LIVE Home / Sunday Forum / President Russell M. Nelson- The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again OCTOBER 19, 2026 /SUNDAY FORUM President Russell M. Nelson- The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again Audio Player 00:00 00:00 Use Up/Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease volume.

via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland- Terror, Triumph, And A Wedding Feast

Toggle navigation LISTEN LIVE Home / Conference Reports / Elder Jeffrey R. Holland- Terror, Triumph, And A Wedding Feast OCTOBER 19, 2026 /CONFERENCE REPORTS Elder Jeffrey R. Holland- Terror, Triumph, And A Wedding Feast Audio Player 00:00 00:00 Use Up/Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease volume.

via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

'AI for the common good': LDS Church leader speaks on AI at G20 Interfaith Forum

At the G20 Interfaith Forum on Saturday, Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spoke on the importance of humanity shaping artificial intelligence technology.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 19, 2026

First annual North Sevier Wrestling reunion and Hall of Fame banquet

The public is welcome to come and join us for the first annual Wrestling Reunion and induction of the North Sevier Hall of Fame recipients— Friday Nov. 6, 2026 7:00PM Aurora city building.

via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts likely out for the season after blood clots found in his lungs

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will likely be out for the remainder of the season after doctors discovered multiple blood clots in his lungs. His agent Nicole Lynn posted a joint statement with the team on Monday, stating Hurts is "clinically stable and has no significant functional limitations," but he will have to be put on blood thinners.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Who is responsible when AI causes harm?

OREM — Medlir Mema, director of the AI Ethics and Governance Institute, described artificial intelligence as a "gray rhino problem" during a Regulatory Reform Summit on artificial intelligence Thursday at Utah Valley University. "Imagine the gray rhino," he started.

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Victim hospitalized, suspect at large after gun fired in Rose Park neighborhood

Police are searching for a suspect after a shooting in Salt Lake’s Rose Park neighborhood injured one person. Saturday. Police said there was a disagreement outside the home, during which an unknown person fired a gun. One victim was shot and was later transported to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 19, 2026

After 20 years of rebuilding Ballet West, artistic director Adam Sklute is ready for his final curtain call

For the past two decades, Adam Sklute has helmed Ballet West’s artistic vision and direction. But the 2026-2027 season — which starts Friday with “Dracula” — will be his last. “Ballet West has become my heart and soul and I say that without hesitation,” Sklute said.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah weather: Dry and comfortable to start with active weather pattern ahead later in the week

The week will start out fairly comfortable with a few rain showers possible across southern Utah as a shortwave trough moves across the region. These conditions will stick around through Wednesday with temperatures hovering around average. By the middle and end of the week, a pattern change will be on the way with rain showers, cooler temperatures, and mountain snow.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Southern Utah listings: Events for the week of Oct. 19-25

Here’s what’s happening this week, Oct. 19-25, in southern Utah Everything from entertainment to recreation across southern Utah. (Ben Steele) "Natural Numbers," an 8-foot-by-12-foot painting by Ben Steele, is one of the works on display at the St.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

‘Another man’s trash is another man’s treasure’: How Isaac Wilson almost spoiled Utah’s undefeated start

The former Utes quarterback rallied Colorado from a 13-point halftime deficit before Utah held on for a narrow win Saturday night. Colorado quarterbacks Isaac Wilson, front, and Kaneal Sweetwyne warm up before an NCAA college football game against Utah Saturday, Oct.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah Tech adds clinical psychology, counseling master's in effort to expand mental health access

Utah Tech University will offer a master's in clinical psychology and counseling starting fall 2027. The program aims to address Utah's mental health professional shortage, especially in rural areas. Students will gain hands-on experience at Utah Tech's Mental Health Community Clinic, among a host of other educational pathways.

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah fall drinks: Sip spiced coffee, tea, beer and cider as the weather turns

Warty pumpkins are on houses stoops. Pumpkin beer is on grocery store shelves. And weve finally had a week of gloriously gloomy, chilly weather after enduring the heat of summer. Folks, it's fall, and it's time to start enjoying drinks that feature the flavors of the season.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah Forecast Predicts Mild Monday Before Wet Week

Utah weather forecasts indicate a mild start to Monday, October 19, 2026, followed by a transition to wet and cooler conditions as the week progresses.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utahns say their quality of life is at a 15-year low, new report says

“Utah is amazing, but we’ve seen a decade of decline in our quality of life,” Teigen said. “To turn that around, we’ll need to maintain the support we provide to our neighbors, improve Utahns’ ability to earn enough to pay for their needs and ensure that Utahns have opportunities for good jobs.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Late-week storm could bring 3 to 6 inches of mountain snow

A few showers will continue to move through parts of southern and central Utah Monday. Some thunderstorms could develop in southeastern Utah by Monday afternoon. A few sprinkles could move through northern Utah from Monday evening into Tuesday morning.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Board Study Session and Meeting Scheduled for October 20, 2026

A study session and board meeting are scheduled for October 20, 2026. The meeting will include a study session on gang prevention and a public meeting to address various district items.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

President Eyring Dedicates Church's 225th Temple in Montpelier Idaho

President Henry B. Eyring dedicated the Montpelier Idaho Temple on Oct. 18, 2026, marking the 225th operating temple for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The dedication occurred alongside the dedication of the Managua Nicaragua Temple and highlighted the spiritual role of temples in connecting families across generations.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

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