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.
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.
“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.
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.
Alabama football fell to No. 13 in the latest US LBM Coaches Poll following a 26-10 loss to Tennessee on Saturday, Oct. 17. This marks the program's first losing streak since 2013 and its first regular-season losing streak since 2006.
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.
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.
The Kansas City Current defeated the Utah Royals 2-0 on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at America First Field, with Haley Hopkins scoring twice to secure the road victory. The win allowed Kansas City to leapfrog Utah in the NWSL standings as both teams vie for playoff positioning.
A potential officiating error occurred at the end of the Notre Dame vs. BYU game, involving a possible remaining second on the clock. According to a October 17 report, social media posts suggested one second may have remained when the final pass fell incomplete.
The University of Utah football team secured a 27-24 road victory over Colorado at Folsom Field on Oct. 17, 2026, maintaining a perfect 6-0 record. Colorado, which fell to 2-4 with the loss, mounted a second-half comeback before a late Utah touchdown sealed the win.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 18, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — An 18-year-old man, Anthony Ray Turnbow, is being held without bail after allegedly swinging a machete at seven people returning from playing a neighborhood game of basketball, threatening to harm them, then robbing two of them and causing them minor injuries with the knife.
Kalani Sitake has had some memorable moments with Brigham Young University, but a victory over then-No. 2 Notre Dame inside Lavell Edwards Stadium might be the signature win of his entire career. Sitake played fullback for the Cougars, graduating in 2000.
PROVO, Utah — No. 8 Brigham Young University beat then-No. 2 Notre Dame in a thrilling 28-24 victory at Lavell Edwards Stadium on Saturday night. For fans, it was a moment in history that they got to experience in real time, and one they will never forget.
A multi-vehicle crash on the northbound I-15 on-ramp at 600 N resulted in a total closure of the northbound lanes on October 18, 2026. One person sustained life-threatening injuries after being ejected from a vehicle that rolled during the accident.
Tech University has received its first National Institutes of Health research grant, worth more than $1 million, creating more opportunities for student learning, workforce development and scientific discovery in the Southern Utah community. The $1,010,605 award will support a research project led by Dr.
An 18-year-old was arrested on suspicion of two counts of aggravated robbery and seven counts of aggravated assault after allegedly chasing seven people with a machete and robbing two of them, according to a probable cause affidavit. The victims were walking back from playing basketball when Anthony Ray Turnbow approached them with a machete and threatened them, the affidavit said.
The No. 20 Houston football team is scheduled to play No. 11 Utah on Oct. 24 at 9:15 p.m. CT on ESPN, according to an announcement from the network and the Big 12 Conference on Sunday.
No. 11 Utah maintained an undefeated 6-0 season and secured the nation's longest active winning streak with a 27-24 victory over Colorado on Saturday night. The Buffaloes mounted a second-half comeback, but an illegal lateral on a late drive prevented a potential field goal attempt, allowing the Utes to escape Boulder with the win.
The 2026-27 US LBM Coaches Poll released on Oct. 18, 2026, shows Miami (FL) holding the top spot with a 6-0 record. BYU remains a top-three team at No. 3, while Utah sits at No. 9 following their undefeated start to the season.
Miami has ascended to No. 1 in the Associated Press Top 25 for the first time since 2002. BYU has also reached its highest ranking since the 1984 national championship season following a victory over Notre Dame.
Miami reached the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 on October 18 after a historic week of upsets. The rankings saw significant shifts, including BYU rising to No. 2 and Ohio State moving to No. 3.
No. 8 BYU defeated No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at LaVell Edwards Stadium, marking one of the most significant victories in program history. Sophomore quarterback Bear Bachmeier recorded three touchdowns, including a receiving touchdown on a double pass, while the Cougars' defense secured the win with a final defensive stop.
BYU secured a 28-24 victory over No. 2-ranked Notre Dame on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, according to a report published Oct. 18. The victory, which saw fans rush the field at LaVell Edwards Stadium, provided national validation for the BYU football program.
Sometimes athletes' greatest competitors are themselves. But it doesn't have to be this way, and "The Strongest Play" might just provide some relief. Student-athletes' mental health was the focus of this event, which was staged by Southern Utah University Athletics in cooperation with Intermountain Health.
No. 11 Utah improved to a perfect 6-0 on Oct. 17, 2026, after defeating Colorado 27-24 in Boulder. Devon Dampier threw three touchdown passes to secure the victory against a surging Buffaloes offense.
Lauri Markkanen continues to drive the Utah Jazz offense, recently scoring 19 points in a preseason victory over the Phoenix Suns. As the team prepares for the 2026-27 season, Markkanen remains a cornerstone of the franchise following a multiyear extension signed in 2024.
The Mustangs punched their tickets to the 4A girls state soccer semifinals in grand fashion Thursday afternoon. Four players scored, senior goalkeeper Kennedy Madsen recorded another shutout and Crimson Cliffs blanked Timpanogos 6-nil to advance to the 4A semifinal round next week.
The Canyon View High School girls soccer team won its first-round playoff game at home on Wednesday, defeating the Delta Rabbits 6-0. The Falcons scored their first two goals in the opening minutes of the contest, the first on Bridgette Wilcock’s shot from the left wing that went just over the goalkeeper’s outstretched arms and into the net.
.png?w=1120&h=630)
In a report published October 17, B/R experts released updated Top 25 college football rankings following a chaotic Week 7. Several top-ranked teams suffered losses, leading to significant movement across the national rankings.
In a report published October 18, several top-ranked college football teams faced losses, including No. 1 Georgia and No. 2 Notre Dame. The AP Top 25 saw significant movement as BYU and Auburn secured victories over ranked opponents.
The Utah State Eastern men's soccer team defeated Colorado Northwestern Community College 4-0 on Thursday, marking their third consecutive win and eighth shutout of the season. The victory places the Eagles in sole possession of third place in the Scenic West Athletic Conference standings.
The Colorado Buffaloes' attempt to upset No. 11 Utah ended in a 27-24 defeat. The loss was marked by significant penalties and a decisive interception by Utah.
No. 11 Utah secured a 27-24 victory over Colorado in a game that concluded early Sunday, improving their record to 6-0. Devon Dampier threw three touchdown passes to lead the Utes through a late rally by the Buffaloes.
Connor McDavid recorded five points in a 6-2 Edmonton Oilers victory over the Utah Mammoth at the Delta Center on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. The loss ended Utah's three-game winning streak and marked the Oilers' sixth win in seven games.
In a report published October 17, BYU defeated No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 at LaVell Edwards Stadium. The victory for the No. 8 Cougars marks a significant statement for the Big 12 conference.
The Utah Mammoth defeated the Edmonton Oilers with a 4-2 victory on October 15, 2026, at Rogers Place. The win moved the Mammoth to a 6-2-0 record, while the Oilers fell to 5-1-1.
Clayton Keller scored two goals to lead the Utah Mammoth to a 4-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on October 15. The win snapped a five-game winning streak for the Oilers and marked the third consecutive win for the Mammoth.
The No. 11 Utah Utes continued their undefeated 5-0 season during a high-stakes matchup against the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. The game, held at Folsom Field, featured a dominant Utah offense and a defense that has remained a top-tier force in the Big 12.
According to a report published October 17, the 2026 NWSL standings through October 16 show Gotham FC leading the race for the NWSL Shield. The Utah Royals sit in fourth place as the season approaches its November 1 conclusion.
Hundreds of people showed up at the Utah State Capitol Saturday afternoon and marched to the ballot box to vote. It was all part of a nationwide 'No Kings' rally effort.
