Heavy monsoon rains have triggered widespread flooding across eastern Washington County, following significant flood risk concerns identified in July. Residents are encouraged to monitor real-time water levels as local authorities continue mapping efforts to mitigate future risks.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Circuit Court of Appeals Reorganization Act, restructuring the Eighth, Ninth, and Tenth U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals to more accurately reflect modern population growth and geographic interests. Cosponsoring the legislation are Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Steve Daines (R-MT), Jim Risch (R-ID), and Tim Sheehy (R-MT).
QBs Attending Class Ohio State wins AP Top 25 battle for No. 1 ranking. Here’s how I voted in preseason poll Ohio State is the preseason No. 1 in the AP poll for the first time since 2015 and the ninth time ever after finishing ranked No. 5 last season.
A new wildfire has sparked in Sevier County. According to the Fishlake National Forest Facebook page, firefighters are responding to the Rock Canyon 2 Fire, which started Aug. 22 on the face of Cove Mountain, east of Annabella, on the Fishlake National Forest, Richfield Ranger District.
Southern Utah's live music scene is flourishing, and the St. George News crew is having a blast highlighting local musicians. So, gather around for another session of Paper Jams.
The Harley Fire has grown to just under 200 acres in northern Utah, forcing evacuations and causing power outages. The human-caused fire ignited Friday, spreading to 199 acres by Saturday morning, according to officials with Utah Fire Info.
The U.S. Secret Service has released several news updates regarding various enforcement actions and legal outcomes. These include operations against skimming devices, convictions for fraud, and sentences for threats against officials.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted four pounds of methamphetamine hydrochloride at Washington Dulles International Airport. The drugs were being mailed from Utah County, Utah, to Paris.
More monsoon rain is in the forecast for Utah Sunday. First, we could pick up some thunderstorms early Sunday morning while everyone is sleeping. More storms will develop Sunday afternoon and evening.
Jamie Barnes has been appointed as the commissioner of the Utah Department of Natural Resources, leading a department responsible for wildfire management and water security. The appointment follows years of success for the Fire Sense campaign, which has significantly reduced human-caused wildfires in Utah.
Three advocacy groups filed a formal complaint with the Federal Trade Commission on August 19, 2026, alleging the Utah Office of Energy Development used deceptive advertising to promote nuclear power. The groups are calling for an investigation into claims that nuclear energy is safer than everyday activities or food items.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: VNDA) today announced that the NEREUS™ branded No. 47 entry from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, driven by Mick Schumacher, is set to compete this weekend in the inaugural Freedom 250…
Tuesday, June 23, 2026. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman walked with his shoulders bent forward and his head slightly down at Idaho National Laboratory on Friday, as he listened intently to John C. INL and NASA, under the leadership of Wagner and Isaacman, have aligned to accomplish several ambitious goals.
Utah's fall big game season is approaching with various hunt dates for deer and elk. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources has released information regarding population trends, permit availability, and new regulations for the 2026 season.
SALT LAKE CITY (August 14, 2026) – Today, the Utah Film Commission announced the Utah Board of Tourism Development approval
By WUFEI YU, DORANY PINEDA and BRITTANY PETERSON Updated 5:18 PM MDT, July 31, 2026 Leer en español Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Bureau of Reclamation proposal spares four other states from facing mandatory cuts for now.
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Communities around the world and across Utah will come together in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day to honor those who have died or suffered permanent injury due to substance-related overdose. Ashley Yaugher and Mersades Morgan
For a third year in a row, Utah’s state parks recorded more than 12 million visits between July 2025 and June 2026, Utah State Parks announced in a blog post Wednesday. Several Southern Utah parks are among the most popular.
National Weather Service Salt Lake City reports that valley humidities will decrease slowly, reaching critical levels as early as Monday. Afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms are expected to become more isolated and largely impact higher terrain through early next week.
The release of the first AP Top 25 poll for the 2026 season highlights the continuing success of Utah's defense and BYU's offensive momentum. While specific poll rankings were not detailed in the latest updates, both programs enter the season following significant achievements, including BYU's No. 11 final ranking in 2025 and Utah's defensive dominance under head coach Morgan Scalley.
Baseball 1A South JUNCTION, Utah—Cody Schnabel drove in five runs and the Piute Thunderbirds routed Green River 14-2 in 1A South baseball play Friday. Julian Mar netted four strikeouts in three innings of work to earn the win on the mound for the Thunderbirds.
All Info for S.5197 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): State-Sponsored Visa Pilot Program Act of 2026
The Moab UMTRA Project Transition Act of 2025 seeks to allow the Department of Energy to convey the Moab site to Grand County, Utah, following the completion of uranium mill tailings cleanup.
Summary of H.R.2681 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): Moab UMTRA Project Transition Act of 2025
The Cannonville Visitor Center in Utah is closed until further notice. The facility provides interpretive displays regarding human geography, including Native American and Pioneer history.
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Stadium upgrades arrived at LaVell Edwards Stadium with the 2026 BYU football season just two weeks away. Construction was completed on the northwest portion of the stadium. 14, Utah at No.
Football season is rapidly approaching, making it time for the annual Top 25 Aggies of 2026, presented by Cache Valley Media Group. This list ranks the top projected Utah State Aggie football players for the upcoming season. This article will…
Health officials and researchers are monitoring shifts in respiratory virus activity as COVID-19 shows early signs of increasing in the West and South. While current national activity for COVID-19, RSV, and influenza remains low, experts emphasize the need for continued vigilance regarding specific variants and emerging trends in other respiratory illnesses.
Bipartisan legislation introduced on August 6, 2026, aims to address the national affordable housing shortage by allowing communities to lease United States Postal Service property. The Delivering Americans Affordable Homes Act seeks to generate revenue for the Postal Service while expanding housing supply.
Utah Senator Mike Curtis and Senator Chris Van Hollen have introduced legislation aimed at using United States Postal Service properties to expand the national housing supply. The proposal seeks to address a severe housing shortage while generating revenue to offset the USPS's ongoing annual operating losses.
About 150 American companies launched a new coalition Friday aimed at getting defense technology into the hands of troops faster. military more quickly. CenCore, a privately held defense company, is the founder and orchestrator of the ecosystem.
President C. Shane Reese has appointed Richard Houseman as international vice president at Brigham Young University. Houseman will replace Renata Forste, who will be retiring after 31 years of service to the university.
A 24-year-old male construction worker was transported to Intermountain Health St. George Regional Hospital after falling about 25 feet off a metal roof Saturday morning in Washington City.
The Colorado River flows into Lake Powell on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The federal government is stepping in to try to resolve a two-year stalemate over how to make cuts to the amount of water used from the Colorado river. The Interior Department released a report on Friday, describing a preferred management plan for the Colorado River.
To ride a local Utah Transit Authority bus or train, commuters may see a fare increase to $3 next year. But first, UTA officials say they want to hear their feedback. This would help offset the increased costs that have happened over 13 years, said Gavin Gustafson, senior public information officer at UTA.
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No. 26A203 Title: National Park Service, et al., Applicants v. National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States Docketed: August 14, 2026 Lower Ct: United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Case…
Proof-of-citizenship and voter ID requirements are the main components of Utah Sen. MDT See More Deseret News Stories In Search View 610 Comments Share A poll worker hands a voter back their driver's license as part of Utah’s primary election at Center Point Church in Orem on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
