Utah is experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures today, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, with highs expected to run roughly 10 degrees above average. A storm system is forecasted to bring isolated showers and thunderstorms to the higher terrain on Tuesday, followed by a return to mild conditions mid-week and cooler, wetter weather by the weekend.
Editor's note: This story is part of We Vote Utah, a partnership between KUER, PBS Utah and Utah News Dispatch to cover Utah's 2026 midterm elections. Utah Lt. Gov. Department of Justice. Postal Service processes mail-in ballots. Henderson has also heavily criticized Sen.
Player Safety is reviewing a hit by Will Cuylle on Dylan Guenther during the Rangers' 4-2 victory over Utah. The incident occurred during the game, prompting frustration from the Utah bench.
Alpine School District students participated in a statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2, 2026, joining more than 275,000 Utahns in a literacy initiative. The event included activities at the State Capitol and various district schools to encourage reading habits.
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) implemented a three-day fare suspension from September 18 to September 20, 2026. This initiative was part of a larger system upgrade involving the implementation of a new FrontRunner safety system.
Utah has climbed to the top of the Big 12 football power rankings in a report published October 6, 2026. The report by Darnell Dickson highlights the performance of the league's 16 teams as the season progresses.
Free Press The Skyridge defense absolutely bent but refused to break. Facing a ferocious final-quarter onslaught, the Falcons dug in their cleats and made the ultimate stand to slam the door on a spirited Lone Peak rally, securing a down-to-the-wire 27-24 victory in an instant-classic rivalry showdown.
Log In From fairgrounds to classrooms, and community gardens to rob… SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A leader of the Church of Jesus Christ… Susan R. Madsen, Julene Reese Oct 4, 2026 5 hrs ago 0 Susan R.
Clark Planetarium is offering two different experiences featuring Pink Floyd's album The Dark Side of the Moon. These shows include a weekend laser experience and a special 42-minute commemorative immersive show.
Utah Royals FC secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Racing Louisville FC on Oct. 3, 2026, thanks to a last-minute equalizer by Brecken Mozingo. The result marks Utah's first tie since May 30 and the first time Louisville has failed to win in their series history.
Utah Valley University achieved a dual victory at the SUU Color Country Invitational on Oct. 3, 2026, with both the men's and women's cross country teams securing first place. The women's team earned its sixth consecutive title, while the men's team secured its third straight win at the event.
DAVIS COUNTY, Utah, Oct. 3, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The National Weather Service has confirmed that a suspected tornado that hit Davis County on Sept. 18 met the EF2 qualifications, and traveled at nearly six miles, with winds peaking at 120 mph.
Mountain West News Bureau A regional public media collaboration serving the Rocky Mountain States of Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. ’ Can Congress respond? Wildland firefighters face serious long-term health risks, and new federal legislation seeks to address them.
Elli Mortensen recorded a career-high 19 kills to lead No. 18 BYU to a 3-1 victory over Kansas State on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. Meanwhile, UC Santa Barbara defeated Utah Valley 3-0 in a match held at Lockhart Arena.
United States Senate Floor Colloquy on Ukraine Senators John Curtis (R-UT), Thom Tillis (R-NC), and Alan Armstrong (R-OK) September 30, 2026 Senator Tillis: Mr.
Antelope Island State Park hosted a grand opening on October 2, 2026, for its newly expanded visitor center. The facility expansion aims to provide a better experience for the park's approximately one million annual visitors.
Mark Tullis Oct 02, 2026 - 10 min read Kyrsten Woolstenhulme, Senior Director for Venture Development, University of Utah Technology Licensing Office, with her U of U colleagues at the April 2026 U Startup Launchpad event. For Kyrsten Woolstenhulme, Senior Director for Venture Development in the University of Utah's Technology Licensing Office, closing that gap is the job.
The Utah State Board of Education has opened a Request for Proposals for Local Food for Schools Cooperative Contracts to recruit Utah beef and tree fruit producers. This initiative aims to create approved vendors for school meal programs serving over 660,000 students across the state.
The DATA CENTER COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT ACT of 2026 Emerging technologies that Americans increasingly rely on every day-from artificial intelligence to cloud computing-depend on data centers and the infrastructure that supports them.
Afternoon Edition October 1, 2026 Good afternoon. On our minds today: New polls show how voters feel about midterm elections Why Utahns might see their electricity bills drop What the analytics reveal about No. SNAP benefits look different starting now.
Cougar Insiders September 29, 2026 BYU can’t underestimate what awaits on trip to TCU against FrogsNo. 10 BYU jumps back into Big 12 action this week, when there are five in-conference battles going on that are key in the standings. “It’s a conference game and it’s BYU,” said Poppinga, and TCU will be ready, hungry and prepared by veteran head coach Sonny Dykes.
Youd like Lincoln. He is 12 now. The seventh grader passes the sacrament each Sunday as a deacon in the priesthood of the Grand Blanc Ward. But a year ago this week, he ran out of the chapel with his parents and sisters after the attack began.
Stewart Elementary announced its October theme of kindness and shared several upcoming school events and deadlines in a report published October 2.
Arts & Entertainment October 1, 2026 Good evening. On our minds today: The ‘unlikely’ story of how a controversial band came to small town Utah. Plus, Rainn Wilson sang with the Tabernacle Choir. ’The ‘unlikely’ story of how a controversial band came to small town UtahRainn Wilson sang with the Tabernacle Choir.
President Dallin H. The background: President Oaks presided over the faith’s October 2025 general conference while not yet ordained as prophet. At that conference, he surprised members by announcing a slower pace of temple announcements, Amy Ortiz reported.
Good morning. On our minds today: LJ Martin’s place in BYU history, what analytics say about Utah football’s offense so far and the Mammoth dominate their season opener. The key stat that has LJ Martin settling in among BYU’s ‘Super 6’What the analytics reveal about No.
Isabella Pedroza Oct 02, 2026 - 9 min read Draper, Utah — October 2, 2026 Angela Smith grew up in St. George with a fairly limited idea of what she could do with her career. She became a teacher, following a path similar to her mother, and taught for six years.
The discovery paves the way for a rapidly evolving therapy: viruses that can attack and kill dangerous bacteria while leaving human cells unharmed.
Kem C. Gardner Institute Research finds high prices and borrowing costs continue to challenge buyers as Utah prepares for substantial housing demand.
Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled two Heartcode Basic Life Support skills classes for November 2026 in Logan and Ogden. The training sessions, designed for healthcare professionals, focus on high-quality CPR and AED usage.
NHL executives discussed early-season trends, including increased player skill levels and shifting salary landscapes, during a roundtable discussion. The discussion featured general managers from the Columbus Blue Jackets, Ottawa Senators, and Utah Mammoth.
UDOT released the first part of its Summer 2026 Innovation Review on October 2, 2026, highlighting 41 innovations received between June 1 and the end of August. This initial report focuses on advancements in maintenance, planning, preconstruction, and construction.
Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled upcoming Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Skills Classes in Logan, Utah, and Burley, Idaho. These training sessions aim to equip participants with essential life-saving skills.
2026 was a rough wildfire year, as was feared due to the winter's low snowfall. Utah State University has shared a report on how this year ranks. The Beaver Canyon Fire started near Strawberry Reservoir in January, which at that time of year should have been buried under several feet of snow.
Foxboro Elementary will participate in the Statewide Read-A-Thon on Oct. 2. The event aims to celebrate reading and lifelong learning alongside students in the Davis School District and across Utah.
✅ Congress considered settling the same dispute for $15 million in 2002 under a proposal that also contemplated Utah relinquishing its mineral interests. ✅ The $60 million will be paid in four installments over 26 months, with the first payment expected within weeks.
Contact: Stephaan Harris, stephaan.harris@ed.gov, 202-357-7504 Nation's Report Card Shows Declines in 8th-Grade Science and 12th-Grade Math and Reading; Last in a Series of Post-Pandemic NAEP Data (Sept. 9, 2025 — Washington, D.C.)
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Joby Aviation (Santa Cruz, CA) demonstrated operational maturity by completing a coast-to-coast autonomous flight in a Cessna Caravan without pilot intervention. Backed by Utah’s 47G coalition and UDOT’s uFLY framework, the technology reimagines remote logistics, defense, and emergency aviation.
5%, down a tenth of a percentage point from its level in July. Approximately 64,100 Utahns are unemployed. 1%, unchanged from its level in July. 7% a year ago. 8% in August 2025. <2/11> Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Comments are currently closed.
