Editor's note: SPORT COURT is a registered trademark of Connor Sport Court International, LLC and has no affiliation with the charges herein. PROVO, Utah (ABC4) — The former president and vice president of a Utah company that built courts for sporting activities, that had its license revoked in 2023, are now facing fraud charges.
Miami is No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 for the first time since 2002, No. 2 BYU has its highest ranking since its 1984 national championship season and Notre Dame and Georgia stayed in the top five Sunday after both lost close games.
Thousands of Utah voters received limited ballots due to a citizenship verification law. Election officials are actively working to confirm citizenship for longtime registered voters. Affected voters can verify citizenship by Oct. 23 to receive full ballots.
BYU’s historic upset victory over Notre Dame has resulted in the program’s best AP poll position in decades. The Cougars have jumped six spots to No. 2 in Sunday’s latest AP top 25, marking their highest ranking since finishing at No. 5 in 1996.
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.
Ample sunshine returns to northern Utah today, with a chance of a few showers down south. Daytime highs remain in the upper 60s for northern valleys, with a high of 70 degrees expected in Salt Lake. George will remain in the mid-70s with partly cloudy skies.
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 secured a 27-24 victory against Colorado in Boulder, Colorado. The win occurred at Folsom Field before a sellout crowd of 52,489 people.
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.
This story is part of Gen Z at the Ballot Box, a collaboration between States Newsroom and The 19th. It was the beginning of her junior year, and 20-year-old Mia Tedesco was setting up a table for the campus open house where more than 200 recognized student organizations were preparing to recruit new students.
Lauri Markkanen sat on the edge of the raised podium floor and stretched his legs across the carpet. The 7-foot-1 forward had just finished a Jazz practice, but there was no shortness of breath — or brief responses — as he answered a reporter’s questions.
Police are searching for a suspect after a shooting in Salt Lake's Rose Park neighborhood injured one person. Saturday. Police said there was a disagreement outside the home, during which an unknown person fired a gun. One victim was shot and was later transported to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
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.
Devon Dampier threw three touchdown passes and No. 11 Utah withstood a Hail Mary attempt in the final seconds after a failed lateral play negated a big gain as the Utes held on for a 27-24 victory over the Buffaloes in a game that ended early Sunday.
Elizabeth Harmer was born and raised in Utah, and when she registered to vote at age 18, she declared herself a Republican. At the time, voters could punch out their ballots and vote along a party line. “That just really discouraged me,” Harmer said.
Idaho moms and grandmothers are taking the fight for abortion rights to their neighbors’ doors It’s the only state this year where voters could reverse an abortion ban. With little national support, older women who never expected to be activists are powering the campaign.
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.
Christmas tree permits are now on sale for those heading into Dixie National Forest. This website includes details about designated cutting areas, dates and types of trees that may be cut "It is important to carefully read the overview and need-to-know information prior to purchasing the permit," the forest service said in a news release.
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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.
Utes’ end-of-game lapses give Colorado a chance in the closing minute of Saturday’s win Survive and advance. Utah improved to 6-0 with a 27-24 win over Colorado on Saturday at Folsom Field, which is ultimately what matters, but the route the Utes took to get there was ugly.
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.
Utah threatened to be a part of a bad statistic Saturday night. On a day where eight teams inside the Associated Press Top 25 suffered a loss, Utah found itself trailing Colorado late in the third quarter after a series of unfortunate events for the road team.
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People gathered at the state Capitol Saturday for a No Kings demonstration, where organizers encouraged Utahns to make their voices heard through both protest and participation in the November election. The rally brought together protesters who wanted to speak out against the government and organizers who urged attendees to take their concerns to the ballot box.
PROVO, Utah (ABC4) — In one of the biggest games ever played at LaVell Edwards Stadium, No. 8 BYU delivered one of the biggest wins in program history. Bear Bachmeier accounted for all four Cougar touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with less than two minutes remaining, and BYU’s defense held on at the goal line as the Cougars stunned No.
BYU has done it. The Cougars pulled off arguably the biggest win in program history Saturday night in a 28-24 thriller over No. 2 Notre Dame. Social media was on fire following BYU’s victory. Here are some of the top reactions online. Recommended For You 3 takeaways from BYU’s exhibition win over Nebraska No.
Bear Bachmeier threw a go-ahead touchdown pass with 1:47 left and then No. 8 BYU stopped No. 2 Notre Dame at the goal line to preserve a riveting 28-24 victory Saturday night.
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.
According to an Associated Press report published October 17, 2026, several high-profile matchups are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 17, including No. 11 Utah playing at Colorado.
UTAH COUNTY, Oct. 17, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — A paraglider went down on the west side of Mount Timpanogos Saturday morning, and was airlifted to safety. A witness reported seeing the man getting up under his own power, trying to hike back up the mountain, Sgt.
