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No. 8 BYU to Host Iowa State on Oct. 9
No. 8 BYU is scheduled to host Iowa State at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Friday, Oct. 9. The game is scheduled for an 8:15 p.m. MT kickoff and will be televised live on ESPN.
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Utah Faces Unseasonable Warmth and Tuesday Storm Risks
Utah is experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures today, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, with highs expected to run roughly 10 degrees above average. A storm system is forecasted to bring isolated showers and thunderstorms to the higher terrain on Tuesday, followed by a return to mild conditions mid-week and cooler, wetter weather by the weekend.
Utah State to host Washington State in first Pac-12 home game Oct. 10
Utah State will host Washington State on Friday, Oct. 10, in its first-ever Pac-12 home game. The matchup marks the first conference meeting between the two programs.
Trump admin voting gamesmanship keeps her up at night, says Lt. Gov. Henderson
Editor's note: This story is part of We Vote Utah, a partnership between KUER, PBS Utah and Utah News Dispatch to cover Utah's 2026 midterm elections. Utah Lt. Gov. Department of Justice. Postal Service processes mail-in ballots. Henderson has also heavily criticized Sen.
Player Safety Reviews Will Cuylle's Hit on Dylan Guenther
Player Safety is reviewing a hit by Will Cuylle on Dylan Guenther during the Rangers' 4-2 victory over Utah. The incident occurred during the game, prompting frustration from the Utah bench.
Alpine School District Students Join Statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2
Alpine School District students participated in a statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2, 2026, joining more than 275,000 Utahns in a literacy initiative. The event included activities at the State Capitol and various district schools to encourage reading habits.
Utah Transit Authority Suspended Fares for Three Days in September 2026
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) implemented a three-day fare suspension from September 18 to September 20, 2026. This initiative was part of a larger system upgrade involving the implementation of a new FrontRunner safety system.
Utah surges to top of Big 12 power rankings
Utah has climbed to the top of the Big 12 football power rankings in a report published October 6, 2026. The report by Darnell Dickson highlights the performance of the league's 16 teams as the season progresses.
Falcon football tops Knights in last-second Region 3 thriller
Free Press The Skyridge defense absolutely bent but refused to break. Facing a ferocious final-quarter onslaught, the Falcons dug in their cleats and made the ultimate stand to slam the door on a spirited Lone Peak rally, securing a down-to-the-wire 27-24 victory in an instant-classic rivalry showdown.
USU’s Utah Women & Leadership Project releases research on Utah employers championing women
Log In From fairgrounds to classrooms, and community gardens to rob… SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A leader of the Church of Jesus Christ… Susan R. Madsen, Julene Reese Oct 4, 2026 5 hrs ago 0 Susan R.
Clark Planetarium to Host Two Pink Floyd Themed Shows
Clark Planetarium is offering two different experiences featuring Pink Floyd's album The Dark Side of the Moon. These shows include a weekend laser experience and a special 42-minute commemorative immersive show.
Mozingo Scores Late Equalizer for Utah Royals in 1-1 Draw
Utah Royals FC secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Racing Louisville FC on Oct. 3, 2026, thanks to a last-minute equalizer by Brecken Mozingo. The result marks Utah's first tie since May 30 and the first time Louisville has failed to win in their series history.
UVU Cross Country Sweeps SUU Color Country Invitational
Utah Valley University achieved a dual victory at the SUU Color Country Invitational on Oct. 3, 2026, with both the men's and women's cross country teams securing first place. The women's team earned its sixth consecutive title, while the men's team secured its third straight win at the event.
Nat’l Weather Service confirms Utah’s Sept. 18 tornado traveled nearly 6 miles, peaked at 120mph
DAVIS COUNTY, Utah, Oct. 3, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The National Weather Service has confirmed that a suspected tornado that hit Davis County on Sept. 18 met the EF2 qualifications, and traveled at nearly six miles, with winds peaking at 120 mph.
Firefighters face long-term risks ‘we can’t ignore anymore.’ Can Congress respond?
Mountain West News Bureau A regional public media collaboration serving the Rocky Mountain States of Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. ’ Can Congress respond? Wildland firefighters face serious long-term health risks, and new federal legislation seeks to address them.
Mortensen leads No. 18 BYU to victory over Kansas State
Elli Mortensen recorded a career-high 19 kills to lead No. 18 BYU to a 3-1 victory over Kansas State on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. Meanwhile, UC Santa Barbara defeated Utah Valley 3-0 in a match held at Lockhart Arena.
Colloquy on Ukraine
United States Senate Floor Colloquy on Ukraine Senators John Curtis (R-UT), Thom Tillis (R-NC), and Alan Armstrong (R-OK) September 30, 2026 Senator Tillis: Mr.
Antelope Island State Park celebrates expanded visitor center grand opening
Antelope Island State Park hosted a grand opening on October 2, 2026, for its newly expanded visitor center. The facility expansion aims to provide a better experience for the park's approximately one million annual visitors.
U of U to Startup Partners: "We Are Open for Business"
Mark Tullis Oct 02, 2026 - 10 min read Kyrsten Woolstenhulme, Senior Director for Venture Development, University of Utah Technology Licensing Office, with her U of U colleagues at the April 2026 U Startup Launchpad event. For Kyrsten Woolstenhulme, Senior Director for Venture Development in the University of Utah's Technology Licensing Office, closing that gap is the job.
USBE Seeks Utah Beef and Tree Fruit Producers for School Contracts
The Utah State Board of Education has opened a Request for Proposals for Local Food for Schools Cooperative Contracts to recruit Utah beef and tree fruit producers. This initiative aims to create approved vendors for school meal programs serving over 660,000 students across the state.
Understanding the Role of Box Elder School District in Willard
An explainer regarding the Box Elder School District and its relationship to Willard residents.
Meeting scheduled for September 9, 2026
A meeting for the Box Elder County and Willard City Flood Control Special Service District is set for September 9, 2026. The agenda includes business matters and approval of prior minutes. The notice was posted on September 2, 2026.
Willard Council discusses basements in Deer Run subdivision over groundwater concerns
The Willard City Council discussed groundwater concerns at the Deer Run subdivision at its Aug. 13 meeting, focusing on basement construction in areas with high groundwater. Council members also questioned where water from permanent dewatering systems could be discharged and whether Willard needs stronger building requirements for wet areas.
Willard discusses setting hours for parks, banning camping on public property
The Willard City Council discussed setting enforceable hours for city parks and prohibiting camping on public property at its Aug. 13 meeting after police raised concerns about late-night park activity and repeated overnight vehicle stays in residential areas.
