The Federal Trade Commission and 17 states — including Utah — have reached a $63 million settlement with Family Dollar stores over allegations that the company routinely overcharged customers at the register more than its shelf and tag prices. “When money is tight, every dollar matters,” Utah Attorney General Derek Brown said in a prepared statement issued Thursday.
Myron Hubbard hit a decisive three-pointer with 15 seconds remaining to lead the College of Southern Nevada to an 83–80 victory over Utah State Eastern in its home opener. The win marks the second consecutive victory for the Coyotes.
Utah State Eastern men's basketball lost 83-80 to the College of Southern Nevada in Henderson, Nevada, following a late three-point shot by the Coyotes.
The Eagles traveled to Southern Nevada for their first road game of the season and the first of three games this week. In the first half, the Eagles struggled to find a rhythm offensively, shooting just 37% from the field and 28% from three-point range in the first 10 minutes of the contest.
Patrick Belmont and Sergio Sotelo say voters were looking for alternatives to party politics. Now, two unaffiliated politicians are preparing to take their seats in the Utah Legislature.
Mueller Park Junior High has a secure vestibule and video surveillance of the entrance. The district is working to implement Panic Alert Devices for all employees on any school campus. (Becky Ginos/Davis Journal) FARMINGTON—As more incidents are happening across the nation, safety and security is top of mind in Davis School District.
A bill sponsored by Senator John Curtis focused on improving wildfire and flood forecasting has unanimously passed the Senate. The Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Reauthorization Act aims to help Utah communities, especially rural communities, prepare for wildfires, flash floods, and drought while providing better long-range forecasts for farmers, ranchers, and water managers.
Among the countries of origin are Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. Telemundo Utah requested information directly from the agency, and the finding revealed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) claims to have reached historic figures in its 23 years of existence.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will launch its 2026 Light the World initiative with a 30-minute global live stream on Tuesday, Nov. 17. The event will mark 10 years of the initiative and feature details regarding the upcoming season of Giving Machines.
The Freeride World Tour will return to Snowbird for the 2027 FWT Finals. The YETI Snowbird Pro presented by Stifel is scheduled for March 16-22, 2027, at Mount Baldy.
News November 12, 2026 U of U Trustees debate tenure audit as faculty leaders defend employee review process. Will Ruzanski UNIVERSITY—Tuesday's U of U Board of Trustees meeting ended the same way last week’s Academic Senate meeting started—with heated discussion over a recent legislative audit on tenure policies.
The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation is opening the floor for public comment on its long-term plan for Southwest Utah in the form of a survey. From Nov. 4 to 30, Southwestern Utahns will be able to share information on how they recreate and give their input on subjects like trail improvements, water access improvements, camping improvements and more.
Robert Spendlove, Zions Bank's chief economist, says Utah is hiring, spending and growing faster than almost everyone. He also says to stop waiting for 2021 interest rates.
BYU women's soccer advanced to the Big 12 Soccer Tournament championship after a 1-1 draw and a 4-2 penalty shootout victory against Colorado on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026. Senior goalkeeper Chelsea Peterson made a key save during the shootout to secure the win in Mansfield, Texas.
The Utah Jazz have started the 2026-27 campaign with a one-win, nine-loss record, facing significant challenges due to injuries and roster changes. Head coach Will Hardy noted the team is struggling to overcome current difficulties despite seeing areas of improvement.
Nate Pickens has returned to the court for BYU men's basketball following a long injury recovery. The fifth-year guard contributed 15 points in a victory over Queens University on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026.
The BYU women's basketball team defeated Bethune-Cookman 82-56 on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at the Marriott Center. The game featured thousands of elementary school children in attendance to cheer on the Cougars.
Ready for an a cappella Christmas concert? That’s one of the events, from entertainment to markets to sports, in southern Utah this weekend. (Straight No Chaser) The a cappella group Straight No Chaser is scheduled to perform on its "Making Spirits Bright Tour," Nov. 12, 2026, at Tuacahn Amphitheatre in Ivins.
The Utah Jazz fell 115-109 to the Miami Heat on November 9, despite a late comeback attempt. The loss highlights ongoing adversity for the Jazz as they navigate multiple injuries to their starting lineup.
Brooklyn Building collapse in Brooklyn: what construction was being carried out on the contiguous site? The exact cause of the collapse is unknown: whether it was due to a problem in the building itself or if the work on the excavated site on the adjacent lot caused the tragedy.
Pushing back against an investigation that found she engaged in discriminatory behavior and led Senate Democrats to call for her resignation, Sen. Kathleen Riebe says comments in the report were taken out of context and argues the investigation was politically motivated.
The Vegas Golden Knights secured their fourth consecutive victory with a 5-3 win over the Utah Mammoth at T-Mobile Arena on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Ivan Barbashev scored twice and Victor Olofsson contributed three points in the win.
The Vegas Golden Knights secured their fourth consecutive victory with a 5-3 win over the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday. Ivan Barbashev scored two goals to lead the Golden Knights to the win at T-Mobile Arena.
A conversation that began during an online game led a Colorado teenager and his mother to help a Utah girl get out of a dangerous situation. Landon Tresp said he met the girl while playing Among Us. After she told him she had run away, the two began talking on Discord.
Art and Fashion Up-and-coming model Isabelle Butler uses her craft to connect to the art and culture around her. Meeting creatives and artists around Salt Lake has given her an outlet to explore and grow her style. Butler hopes her outgoing personality and confidence rubs off on her growing following.
Each member of the Akropolis Reed Quintet falls into rhythm with the others, breathing and swaying in unison, keeping the sound alive with the air from their lungs. Watching them, the audience can’t help but breathe along, letting out sympathetic sighs.
9, 2026. A third-grade field trip to the Navajo Nation Council sparked Crystalyne Curley’s political ambition when she witnessed a fiery debate erupt between two tribal lawmakers. “I thought to myself at a very young age, that’s where I want to be,” Curley said.
George Washington portrayed by Gary Dolzer asks the audience what will they do with this experiment (Democracy) entrusted into their hands. (Roger V. Tuttle/Davis Journal) BOUNTIFUL—Chris Simonsen, a Vietnam veteran, has been serving the community as a pediatric dentist for more than 50 years but has spent a lifetime serving others where he can.
The No. 10 BYU Cougars are preparing for a Saturday matchup against Baylor following a 28-20 loss to Utah. The team has released an updated depth chart that sees running back LJ Martin returning to the starting lineup.
Transportation & Logistics More tracks, shorter waits: Front Runner 2X could change how Utah gets around A $3.2 billion rail upgrade is about more than shorter waits for the train. It could change the way Utahns work and play and improve how the world travels the Wasatch Front in 2034.
USU Eastern Gallery East press release PRICE – The work of four artists—all graduates of USU’s art program—will be on exhibition at Gallery East during the month of November. The exhibit, entitled Of Earth and Air, will feature works by three ceramic artists and an artist works primarily with painting media.
The Utah State Eastern women's basketball team split their results at the Coca-Cola Classic in Twin Falls, Idaho, securing their first win of the season against Treasure Valley Community College before falling to Dawson Community College.
Downward Spiral Carolyn Campbell Catherine H. Christman Growing up, the Sharp siblings were never lonely. “Something was always going on,” recalled Suzanne, the youngest of seven. “Someone getting dolled up for a date, someone running in with the latest Beatles album, someone wrecking the car.”
Georgia has ascended to the No. 1 spot in the second College Football Playoff rankings following a dominant victory over Ole Miss, while the undefeated Utah Utes have climbed to a program-record No. 2. Other major shifts include Notre Dame jumping into the Top 5 and Ohio State falling to its lowest ranking in history.
Local event celebrates the connection between writers and readers—and between writers themselves. Scott Renshaw Author Scott Brown at the 2025 Utah Readers FestBrent Tubbs There’s certainly some truth to the stereotype of writers as solitary figures, creating work all by themselves in lonely rooms.
In a report published November 10, Amy Irvine discussed her new memoir, Almost Animal: A memoir of motherhood, wildness, and the American West, while answering various questions for Orion Magazine. The sixth-generation Utahn shared insights on her writing process, her connection to the Utah desert, and her views on the environment.
Georgia has ascended to the top spot in the second edition of the 2026 College Football Playoff rankings. The selection committee also noted significant movement for Notre Dame and Ohio State in the latest release.
Utah senior quarterback Devon Dampier has been named a semifinalist for the 90th Maxwell Award, which recognizes the Collegiate Player of the Year. Dampier was one of 18 players selected for the semifinalist list by Maxwell Football Club Executive Director Mark Wolpert.
News November 11, 2026 Building Salt Lake dives deep into the flashy promises of SEG’s Delta Center redevelopment pitch. Hits & Misses City Weekly Staff Hit: Hype Men For a comprehensive look at all things Delta Center, Building Salt Lake’s October coverage got down to the nuts and bolts of the ambitious redevelopment plan.
Finally, I have some information on the state cross country championships. The girls beat Bryce Valley by one point. Hollie Albrecht, who was running with an injury, led most of the race and finished in 4th.
