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Cardinals rally past Snow in five-set volleyball victory

North Idaho College rallied to defeat Snow in a five-set Scenic West Athletic Conference match on Friday. The two teams are scheduled to meet again today, Oct. 17, at 1 p.m.

Guam Enters COR 1 as Typhoon Champi Approaches

Governor Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero has placed Guam in Condition of Readiness (COR) 1 as Typhoon Champi approaches. Residents are advised to remain indoors in secured, concrete-reinforced shelters as Category 3 typhoon force conditions are expected.

Utah Forecast Predicts Sunny Weekend Before Mid-Week Showers

Utah will experience sunny weather through the weekend before showers and rain move into the region starting next week. Forecasts indicate precipitation chances increasing significantly by next Tuesday and Wednesday across much of the state.

Homecoming Football Game: WSU vs. Idaho State

WSU football vs. Idaho State, 1 p.m. at Stewart Stadium, free for WSU students and employees, general admission starting at $12. Purchase tickets on the Weber State ticket website.

Utah State Eastern women's soccer defeats Colorado Northwestern 4-0

The Utah State Eastern women's soccer team secured a 4-0 victory over Colorado Northwestern Community College on Thursday, marking the team's fifth shutout win of the season. The win moved the Eagles to an 8-5-2 overall record and a 6-3-2 record in Scenic West Athletic Conference play.

StatewideOctober 17, 2026

Men’s Soccer wins third straight; dominate CNCC 4-0

The Eagles hosted the Spartans for the second meeting between the teams this season. Eastern won the first matchup 2-0, and Thursday’s contest marked the Eagles’ first home match since Sept. Eastern wasted little time getting on the scoreboard.

via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 17, 2026

Eagles set tone early; defeat Colorado Northwestern 4-0

The match marked Eastern's first home contest in nearly a month and the second meeting between the Eagles and Spartans this season. Eastern won the first matchup 4-1 in Rangely, Colorado. The Eagles controlled the opening half, recording 13 shots and scoring twice.

via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 17, 2026

Utah stays sunny through weekend before storm brings rain next week

Temperatures will warm slightly through the weekend. Sunny weather will continue across northern Utah. Southern Utah will see a few more clouds, with a stray shower possible over the mountains Sunday. A bigger change arrives Tuesday as another storm system moves into the region.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 17, 2026

UVU Men's Hoops Picked Fifth, Women Sixth in Big West Poll

Utah Valley University men's basketball has been picked fifth and women's basketball sixth in the Big West preseason coaches' poll. The Wolverines enter their inaugural season in the conference following a successful final year in the Western Athletic Conference.

StatewideOctober 17, 2026

Introducing our newest oral history grants cohort

Through support from Utah Humanities and the Utah Historical Society, the oral history grant provides funding to collect and transcribe interviews and share the content ...

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

Identity Revealed for Man Found in Lake Mead Barrel in 2022

The Clark County coroner's office identified the man found in a barrel at Lake Mead in 2022 as Edward "Buddy" Lelburian Jackson. Jackson, who was believed to be in his 50s, had ties to Arkansas, California, and Utah.

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

Biology Majors Build AI Startup to Prevent Manufacturing Machine Failures

Two biology majors from the University of Utah are developing ForgeMetrics, an AI-driven predictive maintenance platform designed to help small and medium-sized manufacturers avoid costly machine failures. The startup aims to provide affordable technology to businesses that lack dedicated maintenance staff.

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

The next act for the No Kings movement: Early voting in the midterms • Utah News Dispatch

Organizers across hundreds of advocacy groups will pull together thousands of events nationwide Saturday to encourage early voting in this year’s midterm elections. Voting is already underway in dozens of states, and roughly 5.1 million ballots – both in-person and mail – have been cast, according to the University of Florida’s Election Lab.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Trump back on the road as analysts see more congressional races shifting in Dems’ favor • Utah News Dispatch

House and Senate. Adding to the trend, the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, an elections forecaster, shifted 11 additional House races in the direction of Democrats on Friday — in congressional districts in Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Ohio and South Carolina.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 16, 2026

A gourd time for a great cause

EUCCU employees welcomed families to the pumpkin patch, where attendees could pick out the perfect pumpkin, play carnival games, and enjoy candy, treats, and prizes. The festival was made even more special thanks to the support of local volunteers.

via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary

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via Gephardt DailyStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest to Begin Prescribed Fires Oct. 18

The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest will begin prescribed fire operations on Oct. 18, 2026, across several areas including Millcreek, Lambs, and Parleys canyons. These controlled burns aim to reduce hazardous fuel accumulations and improve watershed health, following long-term efforts to mitigate wildfire risks in the region.

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

Bug World Exhibition Press Release

The newest exhibition coming to the Natural History Museum of Utah on Saturday, February 14, is backed with some real star power.

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

Film Review: You Can See Everything

Facebook Twitter Arts You Can See Everything Directors: Nathan Fielder, Lance Oppenheim A24, To Be Formed, Blow Out Productions In Theaters: 10.16.2026 Where does reality end and perception begin? How much of who we are is determined by our own understanding of ourselves, and how much depends on the image we project and the way others choose to see us?

via SLUG MagazineStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Avengers medals and propane fireplace inserts recalled over magnet and explosion hazards

Two Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls involve products that could cause serious injuries or death. The Conqueror is recalling about 476 Avengers Infinity Gauntlet medals because their high-powered magnets can detach. If swallowed, multiple magnets can connect inside the digestive system, potentially causing intestinal perforations, blockages, blood poisoning or death.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Carbon High celebrates $25,000 award, continues push for $1 million upgrade

PRICE — Carbon High School and T-Mobile took center stage during halftime of the Dinos football game Thursday, Oct. 15, as the school celebrated its progress in the nationwide Friday Night 5G Lights competition and received a $25,000 award for athletic facility improvements.

via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 16, 2026

5. Discussion and possible adoption of Council Meeting minutes from September 2, 2026. Agenda — October 14, 2026

Council Meeting Agenda 10/14/2026 7:00pm 1. Call to Order. 2. Opening Prayer. 3. Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Swearing in of New Councilmembers (William Hansen and Rylee Allen). 5. Discussion and possible adoption of Council Meeting minutes from September 2, 2026. 6. Review and Possi

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

Dempsey-Fehling Wins XC Region 3 Championship

Samuel Dempsey-Fehling of Lone Peak High School secured first place at the XC Region 3 Championship, leading a competitive field of runners. American Fork High School demonstrated strong team depth, placing multiple runners in the top six to secure a high team standing.

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

TSA scales back PreCheck benefit announced just weeks ago

Travelers arrive at the Transportation ... Federal agencies Aviation news Air travel safety See all topics The Transportation Security Administration has scaled back a program that allows PreCheck members who are not flying to go through security, according to some of the airports where it had been operating.

via CNNStatewideOctober 16, 2026

SHHS Band Director Honored

Congratulations to Mr. Ryan Adair, SHHS band director. He was recently named one of Yamaha's 40 Und...

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

Utah Filipino Festival Celebrates Heritage Through Food and Dance

The Utah Filipino Festival continues its tradition of celebrating Philippine heritage through immersive cultural experiences, including traditional dance, music, and authentic cuisine. The community-led event, organized by several Filipino-American organizations, aims to preserve cultural roots and foster connection among Utahns.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 16, 2026

Nominees announced for two Fourth District Court vacancies

The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Fourth District Court. These vacancies will result from the retirements of Judge Derek Pullan, Dec. 16, 2026 and Judge Kasey Wright, Dec. 31, 2026.

via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Curtis, Hickenlooper celebrate passage of bipartisan bill to improve snowpack monitoring, manage drought

U.S. Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) celebrated the Senate passage of their bipartisan bill, the Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act, to help better predict and measure water supply to manage drought in the West.

via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Utah seeks child safety and privacy protections in Character.AI bankruptcy sale

Utah and 37 other attorneys general are calling for child safety and privacy protections in any sale of Character.AI's business or assets. The coalition filed a notice in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, where Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind Character.AI, filed for Chapter 11 protection on Oct. 12.

via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026

UVU President’s Scholarship Ball puts students’ futures in focus

Utah Valley University (UVU) celebrated the students, donors, alumni, mentors, and community partners shaping the university’s future during the 2026 President’s Scholarship Ball on Oct. 10. This year’s President’s Scholarship Ball raised $792,450 to support student scholarships at UVU.

via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026

For 100 days, Salt Lake Country Club had a new member: An escaped Harris’s hawk

Stax, a 14-year-old Harris’s hawk, escaped HawkWatch International on June 29. For much of the time since, he set up shop at a Salt Lake golf course while HawkWatch staff tried to recapture him.

via KUERStatewideOctober 16, 2026

Keller scores twice as Utah Mammoth defeat Edmonton Oilers

The Utah Mammoth secured their third consecutive victory on Thursday, October 15, by defeating the Edmonton Oilers 4-2 at Rogers Place. Clayton Keller scored twice for the Mammoth, handing the Oilers their first regulation loss of the season and ending their six-game point streak.

StatewideOctober 16, 2026

Katy Hall highlights nursing background in House District 11 campaign

Republican candidate Katy Hall is campaigning for Utah House District 11 with a focus on constituent listening and her professional background in nursing. In a survey response to the Standard-Examiner, Hall detailed her legislative experience and her commitment to military family support.

StatewideOctober 15, 2026

The 10th Annual Indigenous Art Market at NHMU Features Over 45 Artists

October 14 & 15, find a one-of-a-kind piece; 100 percent of sales go directly to artist

StatewideOctober 15, 2026

Machine Learning Analysis of Gene Regulation Reveals New Dimension of Biological Variability

The new tool could help pinpoint the DNA changes behind hereditary diseases—a crucial step toward genetic medicines.

StatewideOctober 15, 2026

Eight Utah Royals Players Represent Five Nations During October International Window

Eight Utah Royals FC players represented five different nations during the October FIFA international window. The group included players participating in senior national team rosters and youth squads.

StatewideOctober 15, 2026

September 2026 Report Details 217 New Business Registrations

A new business report published October 14 detailing new business registrations for September 2026 lists 217 new entities in the area. The report, generated by Jennifer Madrigal, includes a wide range of commercial and residential rental businesses.

StatewideOctober 15, 2026

“Call Life Flight!": dramatic video reveals police dog jumping from overpass

The police dog, named Bruno, fell onto Interstate 80 on September 15 while supporting an investigation involving a suspicious package. He suffered several fractures, but survived. The shocking incident was captured on video, released by the department, which confirmed that Bruno is recovering at home.

via Telemundo UtahStatewideOctober 15, 2026

Hard-to-recycle materials event set for Saturday, Oct. 17

SYRACUSE—Clean out the garage of old bikes, tires, skis or mattresses and drop them off this Saturday, Oct. 17, at a Collection of Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM) event located at the Syracuse Park & Ride, 3221 S. Utah Recycling Alliance (URA) is hosting the event in an effort to reduce what goes into the landfill.

via Davis JournalStatewideOctober 15, 2026
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