Before a crowd here at Utah State University on Tuesday night, Republican Congressman Blake Moore and Democratic challenger Peter Crosby debated a number of big issues facing the newly-formed Second Congressional District. It was a collegial, policy-focused debate where they presented their views for northern Utah.
Five people have been identified after they were found dead in an apartment complex earlier this week. Fermin Palafox Herrera, 43, and his son, Abraham Palafox, 16, and daughter, Emily Guadalupe Palafox, 11, were found along with Jesus Gabriel Alejandro-Soto, 11, and Gritshen Sadashi Alejandro-Soto, 5.
Granite School District has launched a community input survey to gather perspectives on potential programming changes, boundary adjustments, and school closures. The district is working with demographic consulting firm MGT to address declining student enrollment.
El documento señala que el contacto entre el equipo utilizado en los trabajos y componentes de acero produjo chispas capaces de iniciar el fuego. El documento señala que el contacto entre el equipo utilizado en los trabajos y componentes de acero produjo chispas capaces de iniciar el fuego.
Según la oficina de identificación criminal de Utah, entre enero de 2021 y abril de 2026, período para el que se dispone de los datos más recientes, se han imputado 694 delitos de odio. La semana de la unión contra el odio se lleva a cabo cada año en octubre y hace un llamado a “Siete Días de Acción Cívica local para detener el odio que representan una gran amenaza.
Clark Dice, director of communications, Utah Civic Compact speaks at a press conference held at the Capitol Oct. Dice is encouraging the public to get involved.
Prosecutors say Matthew Scott Alder, 43, of Murray, was aiming at a man carrying a rifle when he mistakenly shot Arthur "Afa" Ah Loo at the demonstration last year. First responders tend to a man injured in a shooting at the No Kings protest in Salt Lake City on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Democrat Peter Crosby and Republican Blake Moore. This will be the first general election since Utah adopted its new congressional map. House of Representatives. Check out UPR's Congressional District 2 Voter Guide. Watch the other debates below.
Council Meeting Agenda 10/14/2026 7:00pm 1. Call to Order. 2. Opening Prayer. 3. Pledge of Allegiance. 4. Discussion and possible adoption of Council Meeting minutes from September 2, 2026. 5. Review and Possible Ratification of Larson & Co. Contract. 6. Town Disincorporation & C
The USU Bingham Research Center distributed their quarterly report last week. Among the news shared was the announcement of grant funding recently received. Department of Energy for work on a University of Utah-led project to investigate potential carbon sequestration and reuse projects in the Uinta Basin.
Utah has been hit hardest at the pump and Utah Petroleum Association President Rikki Hrenko-Browning has shared some insight on efforts to bring relief. President Trump signed an Executive Order, Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel, intended to provide temporary relief from high diesel fuel prices.
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Lee has represented House District 16 in Davis County since January 2023. He has been charged with communications fraud, mortgage fraud, forgery and possession of a forgery device. He has been ordered to appear in Third District Court Oct. (Courtesy/State House) FARMINGTON—Although the final decision won’t be made until after the Nov.
It’s the heart of fall, and it is already dumping snow at some higher elevations, like in Little Cottonwood Canyon. So, what’s the outlook for ski and snowboard season this year? 2News went up the canyon, speaking with gear shops and Snowbird Ski Resort to get a sense of the community.
Utah State football linebacker Asher Cunningham has added two awards to his trophy case this week. The junior transfer from Elon was named Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week on Monday. Then, on Tuesday morning, it was announced that he…
Rep. Trevor Lee has represented House District 16 in Davis County since January 2023. He has been charged with communications fraud, mortgage fraud, forgery and possession of a forgery device. He has been ordered to appear in Third District Court Oct.
LOGAN, Utah—Tuesday, Utah State junior linebacker Asher Cunningham was named as the Walter Camp Foundation National Defensive Player of the Week following his contributions to the Aggies' 17-16 win over Washington State last Friday. The native of Asheville, N.C.
After nearly 60 years of community led efforts to bring back public skiing, Snowland Foundation Inc. has officially secured a new Special Use Permit, which provides for the continued operation and development of the historic ski area in Fairview Canyon.
Brief The Great Salt Lake is now below 30% of its natural volume, and a billboard along the Wasatch Front is back to remind Utahns just how much the lake has declined. The Great Salt Lake Tracker, launched by Grow the Flow in 2025, is back on Utah roadways.
Visitantes del parque temático dijeron haber visto al hombre ser lanzado de la montaña rusa y caer al suelo, lo que llevó al operador a cerrar temporalmente nueve atracciones similares en todo el país. AUSTELL, Georgia — El hombre que murió tras ser lanzado desde una montaña rusa en un Six Flags de Georgia golpeó a otros visitantes antes de caer al suelo, informó la policía el martes.
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF JORDAN VALLEY WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District will hold a regular Board meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the House Education and Workforce Committee unanimously advanced Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04) Modernizing Access to Talents, Credentials, and Hiring (MATCH) Act of 2026, H.R. 8183, during full committee markup, moving the legislation one step closer to a vote on the House floor. The MATCH Act brings the workforce into the 21st century by creating a modern, interoperable way to verify skills and connect talent to opportunity.
Ballots are in the mail, Utah voters! 📅 First, a few important dates: Oct. 13 — Ballots are mailed Oct. 20 — In-person early voting period begins (contact your county clerk for specifics) Oct. ) to receive a mail ballot Oct. ) Nov. 3 — Election Day.
Last Friday, Brigham Young University Athletics announced that Utah-based PV3 Enterprises had made what BYU described as the largest philanthropic commitment in the history of its athletic department. By 11 April 2024, when the company launched its initial public offering, PACS had grown sufficiently large to enter the public markets at $21 per share.
The No. 17 Utah State Eastern women's soccer team defeated Truckee Meadows Community College 4-0 in Reno, Nevada, on Saturday. The victory followed a loss the team experienced on Thursday.
The Utah State Eastern men's soccer team secured a 4-1 road victory against Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, Nevada. This win marked the second consecutive victory for the Eagles.
The Utah Community Quality of Life Index reached its lowest point since 2011 in 2026, according to a report published October 12. The survey shows a 10-point decline over the last 13 years, with housing affordability and job opportunities cited as key areas of concern.
A winter weather advisory remains in effect for several mountain regions, including the Western Uta Mountains and the Wasatch Mountains, through Wednesday morning. Forecasters expect significant snow accumulations and winter driving conditions in these areas.
Community-based training is helping build local response capacity before natural disasters strike. The American Red Cross of Utah is expanding efforts to help communities across the state prepare before natural disasters happen by training local volunteers and strengthening the ability of communities to respond when emergencies occur.
The outdoors is a place for adventure, from kayaking and fishing to river rafting and camping. But for people with disabilities, experiencing those adventures can require adaptations that aren't always available.
The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection is represented by the Office of the Utah Attorney General in the case. The complaint also alleges that the “Taxes & fees” charge is buried deep in the checkout process and is never clearly and conspicuously disclosed to consumers.
Measles cases for the calendar year surpassed 4,000 for the first time in decades, with as many as five deaths in Pennsylvania, as the federal government steps in with financial help for states but also fans vaccination fears and skepticism. A weekly report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed 4,080 cases this year as of Oct.
Summit County announced an upcoming Witchfest at Gardner Village scheduled for October 12, 2026. The event includes specific pick-up times at several local senior centers.
Utahns on Medicare can review and change their coverage for 2027 starting Oct. The open enrollment period runs through Dec. 7, and changes take effect Jan. The window is for people already on Medicare and for those choosing coverage for the first time.
Game Recap: Women’s Soccer | 10/10/2026 7:29:00 PM | Jose Briseno – Assistant SID The No. 17 Utah State Eastern women’s soccer team bounced back from Thursday’s loss with a 4-0 road victory over Truckee Meadows Community College on Saturday in Reno, Nevada.
Over Utah’s history, the Legislature has referred 192 measures to the ballot — nearly seven times the number of citizen-initiated measures, which have totaled 28 since 1895. Over the past 10 years, since 2016, Utah lawmakers have proposed 20 changes to the Utah Constitution.
Utah State University has announced a series of upcoming webinars focused on marriage and relationship health. The sessions include topics such as building secure love through attachment blueprints and managing communication during separation or divorce.
When you get a Utah ballot this election, you’ll have the opportunity to vote on two proposed state constitutional amendments. Both were put forward in the 2025 legislative session. Each proposes to change the rules around Utah’s citizen-led ballot initiatives.
Even after Utah's court-ordered redistricting, Republican Rep. Blake Moore will largely represent the same geographic northern slice of the state. His challenger, Democrat Peter Crosby, works in higher education and as a private sector consultant and analyst.
Low Colorado River water levels have forced rafting companies to cancel popular trips in the Westwater Canyon area. According to the National Weather Service, flows at the Colorado River near Westwater were recorded at 1,850 cubic feet per second on October 11, 2026.
