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Bear Bachmeier Named Davey O’Brien National Quarterback of the Week

Tuesday, BYU sophomore quarterback Bear Bachmeier was named the Davey O’Brien National Quarterback of the Week for his performance in the then-No. 8 Cougars’ 28-24 win over then-No. 2 Notre Dame last Saturday. Bachmeier completed 23 of his 36 pass attempts for 224 yards and a score while adding a pair of scoring runs in leading the Cougars to the No. 2 national ranking this week.

BYU football climbs to No. 2 in AP poll rankings

BYU football has reached a No. 2 national ranking in the AP poll following a 28-24 victory over Notre Dame. This win marks the program's highest ranking since the 1984 national championship season.

Keyone Jenkins expected to start for UCF against BYU

UCF starting quarterback Alonza Barnett III will miss the upcoming game against BYU due to injury. Keyone Jenkins is expected to start in place of Barnett for the fifth consecutive game.

Pumpkins for canned food: Southern Utah funeral home hosts donation drive

SAINT GEORGE Utah (ABC4) — A Southern Utah Funeral Home is hosting a donation drive to help support the community. According to the Serenity Funeral Home of Southern Utah, they are giving away pumpkins to anyone who donates five or more canned non-perishable food items.

Dunn cites business and classroom experience for Davis School Board bid

Alison Dunn is running for the Davis School Board District 3 seat, emphasizing her background in classroom instruction and business leadership. According to a October 20 report by the Standard-Examiner, Dunn aims to address student mental health and literacy through various community-focused initiatives.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Yellowstone National Park receives $105 million investment for conservation, infrastructure | News

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. — Yellowstone National Park will benefit from a new $105 million conservation and stewardship fund designed to provide long-term financial support for scientific research, infrastructure improvements and educational opportunities at the world's first national park.

via Cache Valley DailyStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Heavy Rain and Severe Storm Risks Forecast for Utah and Four Corners

A significant weather pattern is expected to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms to parts of Utah and the Four Corners region from Wednesday through Friday, October 21-23, 2026. Forecasters warn of potential excessive rainfall and severe thunderstorms, particularly in areas with terrain like canyons and burn scars.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

'I adopt everybody': Southern Utah veteran turns military service into a lifelong mission to help others

Martha "Marti" Bigbie says no veteran or family member should be left without support. She checks obituaries to identify veterans who have died, attends funerals and helps grieving families navigate available benefits, drawing on her own experiences as an Air Force veteran and military spouse.

via St. George NewsStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah voters face key deadlines ahead of Nov. 3 election

Ahead of the Utah’s Nov. 3 general election key dates and deadlines have been provided by the state as voters prepare to decide on key congressional races. Utah voters have until Oct. 23 to register for the general election, according to the state’s voter information website.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 20, 2026

World Polio Day recognizes efforts to 'end polio now'

Rotary International’s most important purpose as one of the world’s largest non-profit service organizations is the final and forever eradication of the sometimes crippling or fatal wild polio virus. On Saturday, October 24 – the 113th anniversary of the birth of Dr.

via St. George NewsStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah weather: Periods of heavy rain and a few thunderstorms arrive Wednesday through Friday across Utah

Happy Tuesday, Utah! A cut-off area of low pressure will move towards Utah bringing periods of heavy rain, gusty winds, and the potential for flash flooding across Utah.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 20, 2026

NuCube Energy Plans Utah Tests to Connect Microreactor Heat With Industrial Uses

NuCube Energy plans non-nuclear testing with Utah’s San Rafael Energy Lab and BYU to evaluate heat-transfer components, validate reactor models, and support future research into industrial heat applications and electricity generation. Mark Tullis Oct 20, 2026 - 5 min read Cristian Rabiti, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, NuCube Energy.

via TechBuzz NewsStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Recipients Announced For 2026 Gobbler Thanksgiving 5K

The recipients of the Gobbler Thanksgiving 5K have been selected and it’s time to get registered and start recruiting your friends and family to join in this worthy Thanksgiving tradition. This year’s Gobbler has three recipients. 3-year-old Adalae Wheeler was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma in May when she was still only 2-years-old.

via Basin NowStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Miami and BYU Rise in AP Top 25 Following Weekend of Upsets

Miami has ascended to No. 1 in the Associated Press Top 25 for the first time since 2002, while BYU has reached its highest ranking since its 1984 national championship season. The rankings follow a weekend where five of the top seven teams suffered losses.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

William A. Burnard Warming Center Opens for Code Blue Shelter

The William A. Burnard Warming Center has opened in Logan to provide emergency shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness during a Code Blue event. The facility, co-founded by Utah State University's Jayme Walters, serves as a resource when temperatures are forecast to drop to 18 degrees or lower.

StatewideLoganOctober 20, 2026

Depth and returning stars fuel BYU's Oct. 17 win over Notre Dame

BYU secured a 28-24 victory over Notre Dame on Oct. 17, 2026, driven by unexpected contributions from depth players and returning injured starters. According to a Oct. 18 report, linebacker Isaiah Glasker and safety Raider Damuni both returned from injuries to impact the win.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

What is known about the accident that left two pedestrians in critical condition in West Valley

A 39-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman were transported to the hospital after being struck by a pickup truck during the early hours of Monday. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Police reported that a white Ford F-150, driven by a 54-year-old man, was traveling south on Redwood Road.

via Telemundo UtahStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah sues prediction market site Kalshi over illegal wagers

Utah Attorney General Derek Brown announces a lawsuit against Kalshi at the Utah State Capitol, Oct. 20, 2026. Utah is suing prediction market website Kalshi, claiming that Kalshi's yes/no event contracts are indistinguishable from the bets offered by a traditional sportsbook.

via KUERStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah sues Kalshi for ‘brazen pattern’ of violating state’s gambling ban

“Utah has said no to gambling since statehood in 1896, and that didn’t change when betting moved onto cellphones,” Brown said during a news conference at the Utah Capitol announcing the lawsuit. “Effectively, Kalshi bet today that Utah would not enforce its gambling laws.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah DCC to Help Lead Data and Analytics for National Study of Childhood Viral Infections

The DCC will integrate information collected by a consortium to study why viral respiratory infections affect children differently.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah Geothermal Boom Brings Clean Power and Water Questions

— Beneath the Rocky Mountains, the Sierra Nevada, and the deserts in between, lies a massive energy source—and it isn’t a fossil fuel. The smashing and separating of tectonic plates that produced many of the West’s most dramatic landscapes have also allowed heat from the planet’s core to rise nearly to the surface.

via The InsiderStatewideOctober 20, 2026

PHS Sports Sidelines — Oct. 20, 2026

The fall sports season is coming to an end. The cross country teams did well at the region tournament at Bryce Valley. The Lady Cats took first place, and the boys came in second. For the girls, Hallie Albreht took 1st, Annie Yardley took 3rd, Abbi Dodds took 8th, and Evans took 12th.

via The InsiderStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah Attorney General expected to announce new legal action against online gambling

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Utah Attorney General Derek Brown declared online gambling a public nuisance, announcing a civil lawsuit against online prediction market Kalshi and its affiliated companies. During a press conference on Tuesday, Brown alleged the company violated Utah’s anti-gambling laws by offering its services to more than 32,000 verified Utah users.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Children’s coin purses and air rifles recalled over chemical and projectile hazards

Two recalls announced Thursday involve products that could expose consumers to harmful chemicals or unexpected gunfire. Primark is recalling over 2,000 101 Dalmatians faux-leather children’s coin purses because they contain excessive concentrations of phthalates.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Blum scores twice as Weber State retakes Big Sky soccer lead

Weber State women's soccer regained first place in the Big Sky Conference standings following a 3-0 victory against Montana. Senior forward Lily Blum led the win with two goals, helping the Wildcats secure 13 conference points.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah Forecast: Sunny Tuesday Precedes Widespread Rain and Storms

A sunny and mild Tuesday in Utah will give way to widespread rain and thunderstorms throughout the week, according to the National Weather Service. While many areas enjoy clear skies on Oct. 20, significant precipitation is forecasted for much of the state starting Wednesday.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Crystal glass cups and portable bed rails recalled over ingestion and entrapment hazards

Two recalls announced October 15 involve products that could cause serious injuries or death. Loving Thyself Rocks is recalling about 600 crystal glass cups containing loose stone chips between two layers of glass. The glass can break inside the cup during use, creating ingestion and laceration hazards.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Cincinnati to host Utah on Oct. 31 at 3:45 p.m. ET

Cincinnati football will host Utah on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 3:45 p.m. ET, according to a Oct. 19 statement. The Big 12 Conference announced the kickoff time and television details for the Week 9 matchup.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Will $1 billion for the Great Salt Lake materialize? Sen. Curtis says he’s working on it

Sen. "So that’s the mode that I’m in right now, is working with my colleagues to help them understand why a $1 billion investment in the lake is a good investment," he said. "In a perfect world, we’d get a $1 billion in this year’s budget.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 20, 2026

Miami Projected to Hit No. 1 After Wild Week 7 Chaos

According to a report published October 17, Miami is projected to rise to No. 1 in the US LBM Coaches Poll following a weekend of significant losses among top-ranked teams. The projected shift follows a Saturday where five of the top eight teams from the previous week's poll lost their matchups.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Sandy Suburban Improvement District to Hold Public Hearing for 2027 Budget

The Sandy Suburban Improvement District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Nov. 12, 2026, to consider the final adoption of the proposed 2027 budget. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the District Office in Sandy.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah Mammoth Defeats Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4 at Delta Center

The Utah Mammoth defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins with a 5-4 victory at the Delta Center. The game saw significant scoring across all three periods, resulting in a win for the home team.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

Utah Golf Sits 11th After Second Day at Williams Cup

Utah men's golf finished the second day of the Williams Cup in 11th place with a total score of 595. Senior Gabriel Palacios moved up seven spots in the leaderboard after recording an even par round.

StatewideOctober 20, 2026

BYU Defeats Notre Dame to Rise to No. 3

BYU defeated Notre Dame 28-24 in a top 10 matchup, moving the Cougars up to No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. The victory marks BYU's highest-ranked opponent win since 1990.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Federal actions around voting system expand weeks ahead of midterms

With early voting for the midterms underway, federal actions around the U.S. voting system are expanding. Election officials explain their response, and the Justice Department says "there should be no interruption" with the results.

via CBS NewsStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Kid Sistr Is Here to Rock Your Socks Off, in a Gay Way

Interviews For Kid Sistr, growing up doesn’t mean growing out of the things that brought you together. The trio has built a sound around alt-rock, pop-punk and chaos, pairing the angst of queer girlhood with the humor that makes their music and personality unmistakably theirs.

via SLUG MagazineStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Four calls alerted authorities to a man on SR-6 and the search ended in an arrest

Utah accuses him of throwing rocks at vehicles on state route 6 One of the windshields was damaged. Nicholas Sean-Leo Proulx was arrested on October 17 and faces charges of property damage for losses of $5,000 or more, reckless endangerment, and aggravated disorderly conduct on a street or highway, according to the probable cause statement.

via Telemundo UtahStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Race for Campus Safety

The Lauren McCluskey Foundation’s Race for Campus Safety is an annual, community-driven event dedicated to raising awareness and funds to improve how colleges respond to relationship violence and stalking. Inspired by Lauren McCluskey’s life and legacy, the race brings together students, families, advocates, and campus communities in a shared commitment to systemic change. Participants of

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Ignite Entrepreneurship Academy Board Meeting Scheduled for Oct. 20

The Ignite Entrepreneurship Academy Board of Directors is scheduled to hold a meeting on Oct. 20, 2026. The meeting will address various agenda items including finance reports and policy amendments.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026
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