In a report published October 25, college football Week 8 saw significant shifts as the Big 12 faced setbacks while Texas and other programs emerged as winners. Seven teams ranked in the top 18 suffered defeats during the week of action.
UCF's double-overtime victory over BYU is being debated as a potential program milestone. While the win marks the Knights' first victory against an AP Top-5 opponent, analysts are weighing it against other historic wins in program history.
Several Navajo Nation communities in Utah were ordered to evacuate due to the potential for "catastrophic flooding" in the Four Corners region. The Navajo Police Department issued the evacuation notice late Saturday night for residents in Bluff, Montezuma Creek and Aneth.
A report published October 24 detailing college football results shows that 191 games were completed through October 23, 2026. The data includes final scores, team box scores, and player lines for the 2026 season.
The Sundance Institute has received a $3 million multiyear gift from The Hearthland Foundation to support its programming. The funding will facilitate the return of the Directors Lab to Sundance Mountain Resort and bolster various artist support initiatives.
Usually, the 2004 pop/rock classic She Will Be Loved by Maroon 5 begs for a karaoke-style, loudly belted sing-along. Yet, Utahn Keiyana Osmond's smooth, soulful rendition challenges that notion and it was enough to secure her a win last week during a Battle Round on the 30th season of NBC's The Voice.
Alexis Kelner's love for the mountains was rooted in a youth spent at a World War II survivor's camp in Germany but was poured out on the Wasatch Mountains. Kelner, a man of many talents and a keen sense of humor, spent most of his life exploring the Cottonwood Canyons and fighting to keep them wild.
The National Weather Service Salt Lake City issued a zone forecast for Utah on October 24, 2026, detailing varied weather conditions including rain, snow, and thunderstorms across several regions.
Bundle up tonight as skies clear and temperatures drop into the low 40s along the Wasatch Front and below freezing in the Wasatch Back. Showers will continue over eastern Utah tomorrow before moving east into Colorado on Monday. A fast-moving cold front will move across northern Utah Monday night into Tuesday, bringing more rain to the Wasatch Front and even a little snow to the Wasatch Mountains.
By Carey White, SHS Digital Media On Thursday, October 22, Springville High’s FBLA (Future Busine...
A sports television schedule for the week of October 24 through October 31, 2026, was released in a report published October 24. The lineup includes matchups across major leagues including MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL, and various international soccer competitions.
Devon Dampier ran for 152 yards and two touchdowns and No. 10 Utah held off No. 14 Houston 21-13 on Saturday night to keep the Utes among the dwindling unbeatens. Dampier completed 18 of 26 passes for 204 yards with two interceptions, but made the biggest plays with his legs to help Utah (7-0, 4-0 Big 12) run the longest active winning streak in college football to 13 games.
A new federal rule could make it harder for Utah farmers to finance projects related to clean energy. The regulations require farmers to complete projects and document a year of energy savings before applying for funding.
In 3A football first-round playoff action Friday night, the Cedar Reds rolled to a road victory over North Sanpete, while the Canyon View Falcons lost at home to Manti. Cedar 44, North Sanpete 20 At North Sanpete, the No. 9-seeded Cedar Reds knocked off the No. 8 Hawks in convincing fashion.
Hundreds of visitors, partners and volunteers recently gathered to witness the release into the wild of four juvenile California condors at the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. The release of this year’s cohort marks the 30th anniversary of the event at the California Condor Viewing Site in northern Arizona and was part of the Department of the Interior's Freedom 250 initiative.
Utah was the last remaining undefeated team in the Big 12 heading into its late-night bout versus Houston on Saturday. With a win, the Utes would become the odds-on favorite to win their conference. A loss? The Big 12 standings would become that much more confusing and convoluted.
SANDY, Utah (ABC Sports) - Real Salt Lake's MLS playoff hopes are still very much alive. Sergi Solans scored a goal in each half and Real Salt Lake took advantage of a red card on Tomas Ostrak to beat St. Louis City 3-0 on Saturday night.
Utah State fell 20-17 to Texas State in a close contest at UFCU Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, as the Aggies failed to convert on a final field goal attempt.
SAN MARCOS, Tex. (ABC4 Sports) - Jacob Bonilla's 37-yard field goal with less than two minutes remaining lifted Texas State to a 20-17 victory over Utah State on Saturday night.
Texas State defeated Utah State 20-17 at UFCU Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, to improve its record to 4-3. Kian Afrookhteh provided all the scoring for Utah State through three field goals, but a late touchdown and field goal from Texas State secured the victory for the Bobcats.
Texas St. defeated Utah St. 20-17 on October 23 in San Marcos, Texas. The matchup at UFCU Stadium saw Texas St. secure a victory despite a late scoring effort from Utah St.
Tyler James Robinson, 23, who is charged with aggravated murder and six other counts in the Sept. 10, 2025, fatal shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, appears at a pretrial hearing in 4th District Court, Friday, Oct.
BYU’s 39-31 double-overtime loss to UCF exposed flaws in the No. 2 Cougars, raising questions about their ranking and their ability to contend, writes Gordon Monson.
The Utah Royals clinched the franchise's first NWSL playoff berth following a 0-0 draw against the Seattle Reign on Friday, October 23, 2026. The postseason qualification was confirmed after the Portland Thorns defeated the North Carolina Courage, ending Utah's run of finishing in the bottom of the league standings over the last two seasons.
Montana State defeated Weber State 38-33 in Bozeman, Mont. The Bobcats victory follows a previous 56-20 win over Eastern Washington.
Justin Lamson threw two touchdown passes for Montana State, and Jared White and Adam Jones each ran for more than 100 yards as the Bobcats beat Weber State 38-33 on Saturday. Montana State (7-1, 4-1 Big Sky Conference), ranked third in the Stats Perform poll, scored 21 unanswered points after trailing 27-17 at the break, and kept No.
Nikita Kucherov has become the all-time points leader for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He achieved the milestone on Saturday by surpassing Steven Stamkos with an assist on a goal by Brayden Point.
ANTELOPE ISLAND, Utah (ABC4) — Hundreds of bison were rounded up on Antelope Island and corralled for their annual checkups. The event simulated what watching wild bison in the 1800s looked like, as cowboys on horseback drove the bison to their corrals.
HURRICANE, Utah, Oct. 24, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Seven people were transported to a hospital early Saturday after a two-vehicle collision in Hurricane. Upon arrival, crews immediately began assessing, triaging, and providing medical care to those involved, a Hurricane Valley Fire & Rescue statement says.
Weber State University announced a new record student enrollment for the fall term, marking the fifth consecutive year of record-breaking numbers. The university reported a total headcount of 33,558 students and a significant number of degrees and certificates awarded during the 2025-26 academic year.
The Academy Park School Community Council adopted new rules of order and procedure on August 20, 2026. The council will review and update these rules annually through a formal vote.
Women's Soccer SWAC EPHRAIM, Utah-Bailee Collings scored and the Southern Idaho Golden Eagles upset No. 15 Snow 1-0 in SWAC women's soccer play Saturday. Avery Charlesworth recorded the shutout in the net for the Golden Eagles in victory.
The Hardware Wildlife Education Center will host a free "Turkey Tales" exhibit throughout November. Visitors can learn about wild turkey biology and participate in various family-friendly activities.
High School Football America is providing live coverage of Utah high school football playoff scores for the 2026 post season. The platform offers up-to-the-minute scoreboard updates through its HSFA Scorestream service.
Volleyball 2A Quarterfinal Loss Bracket @ UVU No. 4 Enterprise 2 No. 8 South Sevier 1 No. 7 South Summit 2 No. 6 Rowland Hall 0 2A Consolation Bracket @ UVU No. 12 Kanab 2 No. 17 Beaver 0 No. 14 Gunnison Valley 2 No.
A flood watch is in effect for several areas in Utah and Colorado through Sunday morning. Excessive rainfall may cause flooding in rivers, creeks, and low-lying locations.
Jennie P Stewart Elementary announced several upcoming events and school activities in a report published October 23, 2026. The school is celebrating Ribbon Week and has various deadlines and volunteer opportunities for parents and community members.
This year’s statewide ballot measures are written, on average, at a graduate-school reading level, according to a new report. The readability of 2026’s ballot questions — which ask voters to weigh in on issues as varied as abortion, property taxes, voter ID and firearms — varies by state, political data tracking nonprofit Ballotpedia found in its newest Ballot Measure Readability Report.
UTAH – Many migratory upland game bird and waterfowl hunts are already underway across Utah. The general-season pheasant and quail hunts open Saturday, Nov. 7. If you are planning to target either of these birds this fall, here are some important things to know.
Showers are expected to continue across northern Utah and southwest Wyoming through Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. Unsettled weather and cooler temperatures are forecasted to persist through the weekend before shifting next week.
