Am I a Book? A Festival Asks, With Beer
On Oct. 17, the first-ever Salt Lake Book Festival moved in, and there’s a particular magic in witnessing a new thing settling into an old one. Photo: Ashley Pinales Am I a Book? A Festival Asks, With Beer By Ella Baker Smith October 27, 2026 Activism, Outreach and Education I know The Gateway in my bones.
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Martin May Return to BYU Offense This Saturday
Senior running back LJ Martin may return to the BYU offense this Saturday against Arizona State, according to coach Kalani Sitake, following a lower-leg injury sustained on Oct. 3, 2026. The potential return comes as the Cougars deal with multiple injuries, including the likely end of offensive lineman Trevin Ostler's career.
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Episode 318: President Oaks and Sister Oaks discuss family and faith
Faith Church of Jesus Christ Episode 318: President Dallin H. Oaks and Sister Kristen M. Oaks discuss family and faith
The Church President’s family has met together every other year for more than a century in the same place, around the same date
In his October 2025 general conference message, President Dallin H.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Federal government sues to block Utah from enforcing anti-gambling laws against Kalshi
The federal government has filed a lawsuit to block the state of Utah from enforcing its anti-gambling laws against Kalshi. Last week, the Utah Attorney General's Office filed a lawsuit against prediction market Kalshi, seeking tens of millions of dollars in profit the website made from Utahns.
via ABC4StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Dollar General Shelf Pricing
The Federal Trade Commission, joined by 20 states, sued Dollar General Corporation for engaging in long-running deceptive pricing practices by routinely charging customers more at the register than the prices displayed on shelves, price tags and advertisements, costing consumers millions of dollars. Despite being made aware of the problem, Dollar General has failed to implement policies and practices to adequately address the problem.
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
FTC and State Partners Sue Dollar General for Charging Consumers More than Advertised for Many Products
The Federal Trade Commission, joined by 20 states, sued Dollar General Corporation for engaging in long-running deceptive pricing practices by routinely charging customers more at the register than
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
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StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Apostle leads BYU students in standing shout to celebrate restoration of Christ’s church
Elder Ronald A. Rasband said Latter-day Saint history shows today’s students what they inherited from the ‘Gen Z of 1830′
KEY POINTS
Elder Rasband led the crowd in waving arms and shouting "Hurrah for Israel" three times, echoing an 1839 missionary event. He blessed BYU students with personal revelation and guidance "to make critical choices with righteous intent."
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Federal Trade Commission, Utah, 19 more states files complaint against Dollar General for deceptive pricing
WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 27, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) The Federal Trade Commission and 20 states, including Utah, are suing Dollar General stores for an alleged pattern of charging customers more for items at the register than the prices displayed on shelves, price tags and advertisements.
via Gephardt DailyStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Commentary: The Constitution is the real key to protecting our elections • Utah News Dispatch
Commentary The Justice Department has struck out again after U.S. District Court Judge David Barlow dismissed a lawsuit against Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson. While Judge Barlow correctly interpreted federal law, it is important for Americans to know that the ruling helps ensure our elections remain fair and secure.
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Henderson meets with DOJ; voter-rights groups plan to monitor the election monitors
Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson met Monday with officials from the U.S. Department of Justice, who plan to deploy election monitors to observe polling places in the state.
via Fox 13StatewideOctober 27, 2026
BYU is eager to respond to UCF's Ice Bucket Challenge
Remember a decade ago when everybody was dumping buckets of ice water on their heads to draw attention to ALS research? The social media movement inspired action from around the world. Ice water to the face can do a lot of things. It can make you mad, it can make you cold, but most assuredly it can wake you up.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 27, 2026
How long will Jaren Jackson Jr., Lauri Markkanen be out of the Jazz lineup?
The Utah Jazz gave an update on two of their top players one day after Jaren Jackson Jr. and Lauri Markkanen both left the team’s 110-105 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday. The prognosis is better for Markkanen than Jackson. Markkanen is considered day-to-day after spraining his right wrist against the Grizzlies in the Jazz’s fourth game of the season.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Hall of Fame Announces 2027 Shooting Guard Watch Lists
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has announced the preseason watch lists for the 2027 Jerry West and Ann Meyers Drysdale awards, featuring several standout collegiate shooting guards. Notable inclusions include BYU's Delaney Gibb and Ohio State's John Mobley Jr., who both represent high-profile programs in the men's and women's categories.
StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 27, 2026
New Kinglet Trail connects lower and upper Holbrook Canyon
Bikers head up Kinglet Trail in Holbrook Canyon. The trail connects to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail and provides another trail system taking some of the pressure off of Mueller Park Trail. (Photo by Becky Ginos/Davis Journal) BOUNTIFUL—There are new trails up Holbrook Canyon that will make recreating fun for bikers, hikers and horseback riders.
via Davis JournalStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Utah-Based Sailor Prepares for First Solo Route du Rhum Race
Italian-American sailor Francesca Clapcich is preparing for the Route du Rhum Destination Guadeloupe, aiming for a top 5 finish in her first solo outing of the race. The 37-year-old professional, who splits time between Utah and Brittany, enters the competition as the number one skipper for 11th Hour Racing and currently leads the IMOCA Globe Series.
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Warm Bodies, Warm Souls clothing drive returns to help those in need
Community members donated 561 bags of clothing and $10,040 last year. (Courtesy) To support individuals and families in need this winter, Bank of Utah, Arctic Circle, and Red Hanger Cleaners is hosting their annual clothing drive, Warm Bodies, Warm Souls.
via Davis JournalStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Utah couple to spend four days in jail after admitting to helping a man flee ICE
“This crime merits more than just a probation sentence, a public scolding, or some finger wagging,” federal prosecutors wrote in a sentencing memo. From the passenger seat, Luna recognized him as a past customer at the McDonald’s nearby where she used to work.
via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Sharlene art show at dew drop gallery
Hey Robert, thanks for the chat. The Dew Drop Gallery will host an upcoming solo show for Sharlene Kelsey next month. It is a retrospective show of her lifetime of artwork. We will be showcasing 76 years of her artwork!
via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Crews Prepare For Seasonal Shutdown On US-191 Construction In Indian Canyon
UDOT has announced that crews are preparing for the seasonal shutdown for US-191 Indian Canyon construction. “Based on the recent weather, crews plan to pause construction for the winter and complete the project next spring,” shares the UDOT announcement.
via Basin NowStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Jaren Jackson Jr. out six weeks with MCL tear, Lauri Markkanen day-to-day with wrist sprain
Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. Lauri Markkanen, who sprained his right wrist in the first quarter of the same game on Monday night, is listed as day to day. Jackson and Markkanen were two of the top three scorers for the Jazz in the team's first three games.
via Fox 13StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Utah weather: Dry and seasonable through midweek with a wet Halloween on the way
Happy Tuesday, Utah! Another weak shortwave trough will move across the northern portions of the state for the overnight hours, providing another round of light rain showers and mountain snow.
via ABC4StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Jaren Jackson Jr. to miss 6-8 weeks with torn MCL
Jaren Jackson Jr. is expected to miss six to eight weeks after being diagnosed with a torn MCL in his right knee. The injury occurred during Monday's loss to Memphis.
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Utah Jazz forward Jaren Jackson will miss multiple weeks with torn MCL
Utah Jazz forward Jaren Jackson has suffered a torn MCL in his right knee, a team source confirmed to the Salt Lake Tribune. ESPN reported that Jackson will be sidelined for six to eight weeks.
via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Hazardous materials teams monitor homes following active gas leak
Teams are working on a gas leak near 1200 East and 500 South, while monitoring homes for elevated gas levels. Hazardous materials teams are on the scene monitoring nearby homes to determine if elevated gas levels exist.
via Telemundo UtahStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Cold case solved: DNA links serial killer Ted Bundy to 1974 murder of Utah teen
Fifty-two years to the day her body was found, detectives are closing the investigation into the murder of 17-year-old Melissa Ann Smith. DNA evidence identified Bundy as the killer, investigators revealed Tuesday.
via Fox 13StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Things that go bump on campus: USU Eastern’s unexplained encounters
USU Eastern press release PRICE – As Halloween approaches, Utah State University Eastern has its share of mysterious stories. From elevators with minds of their own to security alarms sounding in empty buildings, some campus happenings have even left security officers scratching their heads.
via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Eagles dominate Gladiators; earn No. 3 seed at SWAC tournament
3 seed in the Scenic West Athletic Conference postseason tournament. Having already clinched a postseason berth, the Eagles closed out the regular season with a dominant performance against the Gladiators, scoring eight goals in the first half.
via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 27, 2026
No. 17 Women’s Soccer mercy rules PNWCC; enters SWAC tournament as No. 4 seed
17 Utah State Eastern women’s soccer team defeated Pacific Northwest Christian College 21-0 on Saturday, securing the No. 4 seed in the Scenic West Athletic Conference postseason tournament. The Eagles hosted the PNWCC Gladiators at Castleview Hospital Soccer Field for Sophomore Day and wasted no time establishing control.
via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Understanding the Roots of Sexual Violence: Dr. Susan Madsen at USU Eastern
Utah State University’s Women in Leadership press release Carbon and Emery counties are privileged to hear from world-renowned researcher Dr. Susan Madsen. She is the founding director of Utah State University’s Women in Leadership project.
via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Natural gas leak forces 10 houses to evacuate in Salt Lake near University of Utah
A gas leak prompted the evacuation of about 10 homes in Salt Lake. The Salt Lake Fire Department said its crews responded to the area of 1200 East and 500 South just after noon on Monday. "Haz-Mat crews are on site monitoring houses for elevated gas levels," the fire department reported.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 27, 2026
Eagles Sweep Truckee Meadows to Strengthen Scenic West Standing
The Utah State Eastern women's volleyball team earned two straight-set victories against Truckee Meadows Community College during a weekend series in Reno, Nevada. These wins helped strengthen the Eagles' position within the Scenic West Athletic Conference standings.
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
No. 17 Utah State Eastern Wins 21-0 to Secure No. 4 Seed
Utah State Eastern women's soccer secured the No. 4 seed in the Scenic West Athletic Conference postseason tournament following a 21-0 victory over Pacific Northwest Christian College. The Eagles are scheduled to face top-seeded Salt Lake Community College in the opening round of the tournament starting Oct. 29.
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
McAfee Accused of Being "Charmin Soft" Over University of Utah Visit
Pat McAfee has faced accusations of being "Charmin soft" after claiming he felt uncomfortable during a recent visit to the University of Utah. The controversy stems from McAfee's reaction to a video clip in which students playfully called him "corny."
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
Ashlee Harrison Appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Huntsman Cancer Foundation
Ashlee Harrison, MPA, will serve as President and Chief Operating Officer of Huntsman Cancer Foundation.
StatewideOctober 27, 2026
