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
Rare ocean birds spotted in Utah after powerful storm
A powerful storm brought heavy rain, snow and strong winds to Utah last week — along with an unexpected visitor. Storm Petrels, ocean-dwelling birds rarely found far from the coast, were spotted at several Utah reservoirs in what bird enthusiasts are calling an extraordinary event.
via Fox 13StatewideOctober 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
BrockStrong Foundation brings music back into lives of family, community who lost son
When Lori Haglund found out her son had a disease that attacked his liver, she was devastated. Brock was ten years old when he was diagnosed with primary sclerosis and autoimmune disease of the liver. We were told that eventually he would need a liver transplant.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 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
Kouri Richins seeks new attorney in pending fraud case
SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Kouri Richins is seeking a new court-appointed attorney in her mortgage fraud, arguing that her attorney represented the prosecution's star witness in her separate murder trial. Earlier this year, Richins was sentenced to life in prison without parole for murdering her husband in 2022 using fentanyl.
via ABC 4StatewideOctober 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 telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 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 davisjournal.comStatewideOctober 15, 2026
Big 12 Preseason Men’s Hoops Team Released; Rankings
-Thursday, BYU and Utah men’s basketball were ranked in the Big 12 preseason coaches poll and the all-Big 12 preseason team was released. The coaches poll is as follows: 1. Arizona (12 first place votes) 2. Houston (4 first place votes) 3. Kansas 4.
via midutahradio.comStatewideOctober 15, 2026
Utah Fentanyl Task Force marks two years, points to progress as threat persists
The task force was announced Oct. 15, 2024, with a goal of bringing together law enforcement, public health agencies, community organizations and lawmakers to address fentanyl trafficking and overdose deaths. Utah Fentanyl Task Force Coordinator Bill Newell said its partners meet to discuss recent trends and coordinate their response.
via KJZZStatewideOctober 15, 2026
Watch For Deer On Roadways During Darker Commute Times
Daylight savings time is coming soon and with the change comes lower-visibility during evening commutes. This may not seem like cause for much concern but it also aligns with peak migration season which means higher vehicle/deer collisions in Utah year after year.
via basinnow.comStatewideOctober 15, 2026
UDOT announces road and ramp closures in Davis, Salt Lake counties
I-15, SR-201 and other state highways impacted SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 15, 2026) — The Utah Department of Transportation is alerting drivers of upcoming road and ramp closures in Davis and Salt Lake counties. In Davis County, two closures will impact drivers in Clearfield and Bountiful: In Salt Lake County, drivers should plan ahead for two […]
StatewideOctober 15, 2026
Trump: Fort Hood shooter’s execution will not be livestreamed; Curtis: ‘This is the right move’
Oct. 15 (UPI) — President Donald Trump Donald Trump said the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will not be livestreamed, reversing an earlier announcement from the Pentagon.
via gephardtdaily.comStatewideOctober 15, 2026
Of 5K Utah voters needing to prove citizenship under new law, fewer than 2K have responded
Of about 5,000 Utah voters who state election officials notified earlier this year needed to provide proof of their U.S. citizenship before this year’s November election, only 1,827 have responded and confirmed their citizenship, according to Utah’s lieutenant governor’s office.
via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 15, 2026
Hill Air Force Base plans F-35 flyover ahead of BYU-Notre Dame matchup
The first two operational F-35A Lightning II aircraft arrive at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, Sept. 2, 2015. The jets were piloted by Col. David Lyons, 388th Fighter Wing commander, and Lt. Col. Yosef Morris, 34th Fighter squadron director of operations.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 15, 2026
Senator Curtis: Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program
While the rains are comforting, Utah and Colorado are still in a historic drought and bipartisan work led by Senator John Curtis aims to help. The Senate passed the Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act, which would reauthorize the Bureau of Reclamation’s Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program, continue funding, and make improvements to the program.
via basinnow.comStatewideOctober 15, 2026
California Named Most Energy-Efficient State in WalletHub Study
A WalletHub analysis of 48 states has ranked energy efficiency across home and automobile consumption. Utah ranked eighth most energy-efficient overall, while California was identified as the most efficient state in the study.
StatewideOctober 15, 2026
Comment Period Open for Potential Debt Collection and Housing Division Commissioner
A comment period has been announced for the potential appointment of a commissioner for the new District Court Debt Collection and Housing Action Division. The public may provide feedback regarding the nomination of Spencer Lythgoe.
StatewideOctober 15, 2026
Savory Fund Closes $201.5 Million Third Fund, Surpassing Target
Savory Fund (Draper, UT) has closed its third restaurant investment fund at $201.5 million, surpassing its target.
Mark Tullis
Oct 13, 2026
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4 min read
Savory Fund’s headquarters in Draper, Utah, overlooking the South Salt Lake valley, The Point, and much of the Silicon Slopes northern corridor.
via techbuzznews.comStatewideOctober 15, 2026
Bicycle-lock keys and DR Power trimmer mowers recalled over battery and fire hazards
Two recalls announced October 8 involve products that could expose consumers to button-battery ingestion, fire and burn hazards. Giant Bicycle is recalling about 3,630 LED-light keys included with certain SureLock bicycle-lock sets. The keys violate federal safety requirements because children can easily access their button-cell batteries and required warnings are missing.
via KJZZStatewideOctober 15, 2026
De Fougerolles Scores First Home Goal in RSL Draw with San Jose
Real Salt Lake earned a 1-1 draw against the San Jose Earthquakes on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, at America First Field. Canadian newcomer Luc de Fougerolles scored his first home goal for the club, but a stoppage-time equalizer from San Jose's Jack Jasinski resulted in a late heartbreak for the hosts.
StatewideOctober 15, 2026