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Vail faces second shareholder lawsuit on antitrust issues

Skiers previously sued over the structure of season passes and lift ticket prices. The Oct. With both cases still pending, Vail has asked Colorado’s federal court to put Peterson’s complaint on hold. Vail’s board is separately under pressure from an activist investor.

Utah Jazz beat Denver Nuggets in preseason opener

Lauri Markkanen led the way with 17 points in just 14 minutes on 5 of 12 shooting (3 of 7 from behind the 3-point line). Starters Keyonte George (15) and Jaren Jackson Jr. Darryn Peterson, the second pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, started at shooting guard ahead of Bailey and scored three points on 1 of 5 shooting in 19 minutes.

Utah Utes to Debut Hand-Painted Winter Helmets Against Kansas

The Utah Utes will debut new hand-painted helmets featuring a winter landscape during their matchup against Kansas. The design, created by artist Armando Villarreal, incorporates frosted lettering, icicles, and snowy mountain scenery onto a white shell.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

How did shortstop Cooper Pratt celebrate Brewers win? – Deseret News

Shortstop Cooper Pratt celebrated the Brewers series win over the Padres with Fanta Orange. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Pratt abstains from alcohol. Pratt swigged orange soda during a post-game interview on the field in San Diego.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 9, 2026

LJ Martin Injury Sidelines BYU Tailback for Four to Six Weeks

BYU star tailback LJ Martin is expected to miss four to six weeks due to a lower-body injury sustained against TCU. The injury comes as the Cougars face a critical stretch of the schedule, including a matchup against No. 3 Notre Dame.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Clark Historic Farm to Host Honey Harvest Festival Contests Oct. 9

Clark Historic Farm will host various contests and honors during the Utah Honey Harvest Festival. The event includes recognition for women and a honey tasting competition.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah Honey Harvest Festival Scheduled for October 9 and 10

The 12th Annual Utah Honey Harvest Festival will be held on October 9 and October 10. The event features honey tastings, craft vendors, and entertainment for families.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Trooper returns to duty after fall from overpass during pursuit

Utah Highway Patrol trooper Steve Odie Myer returned to full duty more than two years after he was seriously injured in a fall from an overpass during a pursuit. Myer fell 32 feet while attempting to deploy spike strips during a pursuit on Feb.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026

‘Anything can happen’: Iowa State coach Jimmy Rogers previews Cyclones’ attempt to upset No. 8 BYU

“I think Kalani Sitake is a hell of a coach,” Rogers told reporters Tuesday at his weekly press briefing. “For one, he’s an unbelievable person. I had the opportunity to meet him years ago, he coached my brother at a junior college, Eastern Arizona (in 2001).

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Prosecutors seek death penalty against Utah man accused of killing mother, second victim

Matthew Jacob Leonard was arrested facing two counts of aggravated murder in April after two people went missing, one of whom was his mother. Leonard was accused of killing Sarah Johnson and John Handricks. According to the probable cause statement, a witness told police they were spending time with Johnson, Handricks and Leonard when they heard five gunshots.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah State football vs Washington State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game

Last week was Utah State's first-ever Pac-12 conference game, but this week will feature another first: a home Pac-12 conference game. The Aggies will host Washington State in a battle of 1-4 teams.

via cachevalleydaily.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Preserving hope: Cold capping and cancer hair care support at Ottalaus Salon

For many people undergoing cancer treatment, hair loss can be an emotional part of an already difficult journey. One option is cold capping, a treatment designed to help reduce chemotherapy-related hair loss. Ottalaus is also working to make hair preservation more accessible.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026

USU Eastern Music Department announces October concert

USU Eastern press release PRICE – The Utah State University Eastern Music Department invites the campus and local community to their annual Fall Sign choir concert. On Tuesday, Oct.

via etvnews.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah canyons see traffic double as leaf-peepers flock to scenic routes

Leaf-peeping season is underway, with Utahns packing up their cars and heading to the canyons to enjoy beautiful fall colors. Some are noticing that the roads are busier than usual, and ABC4 has the numbers.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 9, 2026

U.S. Measles Cases Surpass 4,000, Reaching 35-Year High

United States measles cases have surpassed 4,000 for the year, marking a 35-year high. While the federal government provides funding for state responses, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy is focusing on tracking vaccine injuries, even as Pennsylvania reports five deaths from the virus.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Where to get sandbags ahead of Utah storms, possible flooding

With flooding possible in parts of Utah as remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel move into the state, several communities are offering sandbags to residents. TRACK THE STORMS: Get real-time weather information by downloading the FREE Utah Weather Authority app Recent burn scars are particularly concerning as they can rapidly channel runoff and produce dangerous debris flows.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Oregon’s Merkley, Utah’s Curtis propose extending military death benefits to fallen firefighters

Sen. John Curtis. The federal government currently provides a maximum death benefit of $10,000 to federal wildland firefighters’ families. The bill would not only increase the benefit for those families, but extend it to privately contracted wildland firefighters and those employed by state and local fire agencies.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 9, 2026

The battle has begun over Utah's Amendment B on your ballot

The mailer has likely hit your mailbox, you've started seeing things on websites and social media apps you visit and a new ad will soon appear on TV and streaming services, asking you to either support Amendment B or reject it. Amendment B asks voters whether the Utah Constitution should be changed to raise the threshold of passage if a citizen ballot initiative seeks to raise taxes.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Singers and Musicians Invited to Join 6th Annual Songs of Gratitude Program

All local singers and musicians across Utah Valley are invited to gather and perform in the 6th annual Songs of Gratitude program, hosted by the Utah Valley Choir of Family Friendly Performers. The annual concert will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the meetinghouse chapel located at 400 N.

via servedaily.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Is BYU prepared to face Big 12 race without star RB LJ Martin? (+predictions)

MDTSee More Deseret News Stories In SearchBYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier runs during the first half of an NCAA college football game against TCU Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. LM Otero, Associated Press By Dick Harmon Dick Harmon is a sports columnist for the Deseret News in his fourth decade reporting on college athletics.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Viewmont notifies parents of counselor's arrest following KUTV report

A message received by a parent from Principal Travis Lund and shared with KUTV, did not mention the allegations of online solicitation and enticing a minor made against Keddington. On Wednesday, parents told KUTV 2News they had received no communication from the school regarding Keddington's arrest.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Tropical Storm Remnants Threaten Utah with Heavy Rain and Wind

The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are expected to bring widespread heavy rainfall and high winds to Utah this weekend, raising the risk of flash flooding. The weather event follows a period of significant disaster recovery in the state following the 2026 Cottonwood Fire and subsequent July floods.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Pentagon's plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution sparks intense backlash

On Thursday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed CBS News' reporting that the Dec. 3 execution will be livestreamed. Hegseth told Real America's Voice the execution would be public "because people need to understand that there's serious consequences for these types of things."

via cbsnews.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel Threaten Utah with Flooding

As remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel approach the southwestern United States, Utah officials are warning of potential flooding and heavy rainfall. Cities and emergency management agencies are emphasizing preparedness and monitoring weather patterns as the storm's moisture moves into the region.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah Sen. John Curtis says Pentagon should reconsider livestreaming the death penalty

Utah Sen. John Curtis is urging the Pentagon to reconsider its plans to livestream the firing squad execution of the Fort Hood shooter in a couple of months, calling it a dangerous precedent to set in the modern age. Curtis is one of the first congressional Republicans to publicly oppose the idea, joining a handful of other party members and top Democrats who denounced the announcement.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 9, 2026

'Deeply disturbing': Utah leaders react to plans for public execution of Fort Hood shooter

Utah leaders reacted to news of the Pentagon's plans to livestream the firing squad execution of a man accused of a mass shooting at a Texas military base, with Lt. Gov. "Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Thursday that the Dec. 3 execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad would be streamed live.

via KSLStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Pastrnak scores 2 goals, adds 2 assists in the Bruins' 6-1 rout of the Mammoth

David Pastrnak scored his first two goals of the season and added two assists as the Boston Bruins rout the Utah Mammoth 6-1. Matthew Poitras, Casey Mittelstadt, Mason Lohrei, and Morgan Geekie also score for the Bruins.

via cachevalleydaily.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

National scrutiny on mail ballots changed Utah’s elections system

All Utah voters have automatically received a mail ballot since 2020. The reliably red state had championed universal mail voting. Utah Republican Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, the state’s top election official, has recently spoken out about concerns over the Trump administration’s ‘gamesmanship’ with voting, saying it keeps her up at night.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah cities brace for excessive rainfall by sandbagging ahead of tropical storm remnants

Cities across the Beehive State are bracing for heavy rain the potential for flooding as remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are expected to bring several days of wet weather. Excessive rainfall is expected to begin Saturday evening into Sunday, increasing the chances for isolated flooding and gusty winds.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Sen. Curtis compares public execution to 'bloody spectacles' of ancient Rome

Sen. John Curtis did not mince words when sharing his thoughts on the proposed public execution of an Army officer convicted of a 2009 mass shooting. Senator from Utah compared the idea of livestreaming the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan to ones that led to the downfall of the ancient Roman Empire.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Jazz Center Jusuf Nurkić to be re-evaluated in four weeks after foot injury

Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkić will be re-evaluated in four weeks following a foot injury sustained during a preseason game. The injury involves a partial plantar plate tear of the second toe of his right foot.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Man behind bars, accused of enticing 15-year-old girl on Reddit

A St. Rob D. How to make ABC4 your preferred news source on Google One of these accounts was on Reddit, where an undercover detective was pretending to be a 15-year-old girl. During their conversations, Kayce allegedly asked if she wanted to play and described various sexual acts.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 9, 2026
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