On this episode of the Church News podcast, historian and biographer Richard E. Turley Jr. shares what he has seen in the past year since President Dallin H. Oaks became the Prophet and President of the Church. Listen or watch here.
BYU men's basketball returned to the Associated Press preseason Top 25 at No. 25, while the University of Utah released details for an upcoming ESPN College GameDay broadcast. Additionally, analysts suggest the Utah Jazz may see significant improvement this season following several roster additions.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
The DCC will integrate information collected by a consortium to study why viral respiratory infections affect children differently.
— 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
The First Presidency announced the site location for the future El Paso Texas Temple in a report published October 19. A site map for the new temple was also released alongside the announcement.
Kouri Richins' attorney has withdrawn from a fraud case following allegations of potential conflicts of interest. The withdrawal follows established Utah Supreme Court Rules of Professional Practice regarding lawyer representation and ethical obligations.
Utah Valley men's soccer secured home field advantage for the Big West semifinals after a 1-0 shutout victory against CSUN on Saturday night. The win, fueled by a Trevor Walk goal and three saves from Jackson Medina, keeps the Wolverines atop the conference standings.
LCpl. Dion Stephenson was killed Jan. 29, 1991 at the Battle of Al-Khafji when his vehicle was hit while observing the Iraqi movement and directing air strikes. It killed six of the seven Marines inside. (Courtesy/Geri Stephenson) WOODS CROSS —It’s been 35 years since LCpl.
Across much of the United States, a warm winter and persistent drought have decimated the natural foods that black and brown bears rely on. From California to Connecticut, desperate bears have raided garbage cans, broken into homes and cars, torn through chicken coops and pulled down bird feeders.
18th Teen Memoriam honors teens and encourages families to keep talking about road safety SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 19, 2026) — Today, Utah families, UDOT and public safety leaders came together to remember the 30 teens killed on Utah roads in 2025 and to share an urgent reminder: a loved one’s death is preventable.  “The […]
