A flood warning was in effect for the San Juan River until 8 a.m. Tuesday. The National Weather Service reported significant flooding caused by excessive rainfall along the river from Bluff to Lake Powell.
Javiera Quiroga-Galvez holds her two-month-old baby at home in Uintah, Oct. 29, 2026. A half-dozen suitcases fill the halls at Javiera Quiroga-Galvez's home near the mouth of Weber Canyon. Her mom, visiting from Chile, strains to lift one using a handheld luggage scale.
Real Salt Lake will face LA Galaxy on Saturday, Nov. 7, in a must-win matchup at America First Field. A victory combined with specific results from Western Conference rivals could secure a spot for the club in the 2027 MLS Cup Playoffs.
Real Salt Lake fell 2-1 to the San Jose Earthquakes at PayPal Park on Saturday, snapping a three-game win streak and a four-game unbeaten run. Despite the loss, Juan Manuel Sanabria scored the team's lone goal while playing out of his natural position.
Flooding in San Juan County has triggered emergency alerts in Bluff and road closures on Highway 163, while the San Juan River faces a prolonged period of high water. San Juan School District has closed schools in Bluff and Montezuma Creek to accommodate the weather conditions.
A flood warning was issued for the San Juan River on November 2, 2026, due to excessive rainfall. The warning affects several areas including Bluff and Mexican Hat, with high water levels expected to persist.
SAN JUAN COUNTY, Utah, Nov. 2, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson has issued a emergency election accommodations for San Juan County voters who have not yet voted, and who want to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 3, but are blocked due to the recent flooding. The emergency declaration will allow affected voters in San Juan County to receive and return their ballots electronically.
Several Big 12 programs earned Monster Energy Big 12 Football honors for Week 10, with Iowa State receiving the most distinctions. Award recipients include players from Baylor, BYU, Colorado, Iowa State, Texas Tech, and Utah.
Utah cornerback Elijah Davis has been named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week following a performance against Cincinnati. The announcement was made by the conference on Monday.
Utah's redrawn 1st Congressional District isn't among the most competitive races being fought over with control of Congress in the balance — but it is a likely pickup for Democrats in an otherwise red state. The other districts are safely red for incumbent Reps. Celeste Maloy, Mike Kennedy and Blake Moore.
Doors open this week to tour the Fort Worth Texas Temple in Burleson, Texas. After its open house, which ends Nov. 21, it will become the state's sixth dedicated temple on Jan. 10, 2027.
The San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to five games on Monday night, November 2, 2026, with a 119-97 victory over the Utah Jazz. Led by Dylan Harper and Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs secured the first win of a three-game homestand and held their opponent to under 100 points for the first time this season.
Chartway Credit Union has been named a Utah Top Workplaces 2026 honoree. This recognition marks the sixth consecutive year the credit union has received this honor in one of its three markets.
The San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to five games on Monday night, defeating the Utah Jazz 119-97 at the Frost Bank Center. Dylan Harper and Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs, while Lauri Markkanen recorded 22 points for the Jazz in their fifth consecutive loss.
A vehicle is submerged on the Piedras River after a series of storms on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, in Arboles, Colo. Rain was clearing but the risk of flooding remained high on Monday after the latest round of powerful downpours sent a massive amount of water surging through storm-weary parts of the U.S. Southwest, forcing hundreds to evacuate as swift-water rescue teams kept busy.
A November 2 report from the Utah Jazz provides an updated injury report for the team.
The Pac-12 Conference announced its Week 9 football weekly awards for the 2026 season, featuring the league's first dual winner of the season. The selections, made by the league's media, include Rasean Jones, Dylan Hampsten, and Caleb Ojeda.
The Be Brave Baylee Foundation has reached $1 million in cumulative donations to the University of Utah Health Burn Center. Established by Nicole and BJ Hoaldridge, the foundation provides comfort bags and funds free burn camps for survivors.
Monday, Utah football fifth-year cornerback Elijah Davis was named as the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week for his contributions in the Utes’ 49-25 win over Cincinnati last Saturday. The native of Winter Park, Fla. recorded a pick six, 0.5 tackles for a loss and a broken up pass in the victory over the Bearcats.
Today, the Justice Department announced charges involving 63 individuals, including four illegal aliens, in connection with illegal voting, fraudulent voter registration, and related election crimes across the country. The cases include voting by aliens in federal elections, false claims of U.S. citizenship to register to vote or to vote, and the fraudulent submission of a
Preliminary election results show Democrat Christina Hernandez, Republican Tami Tran, and Republican Stephanie Hollist leading in several Northern Utah state senate races. These counts were based on initial ballots processed Tuesday night.
A flash flood watch is in effect through the evening of November 2 for portions of southeast Utah and southwest Colorado. The National Weather Service Grand Junction issued the alert due to the possibility of flooding caused by excessive rainfall.
Gunlock State Park has issued a warning for visitors due to flowing waterfalls and heavy debris in the water, following a season of high runoff. The park remains open for year-round recreation, though officials advise caution near the swift-moving waters and slick rocks.
The Utah Department of Workforce Services will host a statewide virtual job fair on Thursday, Nov. 5. More than 50 employers are expected to participate, with openings in over 1,500 positions available.
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Valley University is bringing on a past leader of the state’s highway patrol to fill a new safety post after the assassination of Charlie Kirk on the campus last year. The announcement comes a month after an outside review identified gaps in the university’s planning and protocols.
Miami has taken the No. 1 spot in the latest USA TODAY Sports NCAA Re-Rank, while Ohio State fell nine spots to No. 10. The new top five includes Georgia, Utah, Brigham Young, and Indiana.
The No. 6 Utah Utes extended their winning streak to eight games with a 49-25 victory over Cincinnati at Nippert Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31. The win maintains Utah's perfect 8-0 record and keeps the team in first place in the Big 12.
The Philadelphia Flyers secured a 6-3 victory over the Utah Mammoth at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Sunday afternoon. The win follows a three-game winless streak for the Flyers and was marked by the return of Travis Konecny from the injured reserve.
Travis Konecny and Owen Tippett have returned to practice for the Philadelphia Flyers after being placed on injured reserve. Both players are considered possibilities for the team's upcoming home game against Utah.
The Philadelphia Flyers are approaching full strength as injured top forwards Owen Tippett and Travis Konecny practiced in full on Saturday afternoon. Both players are currently on injured reserve but are on track to return for Sunday evening's game against the Utah Mammoth.
A November 1 NHL status report indicates Ryan Pulock will miss 2-4 weeks due to an upper-body injury. Other significant updates include player returns for the Flyers and Ducks, and injury developments for multiple teams across the league.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has pledged $3 million to help Utah remove invasive phragmites reeds along the Great Salt Lake shoreline. The funding aims to preserve wetlands, protect migratory bird habitats, and reduce water loss caused by the plants.
Applications are now open for spring semester internships at the Utah State Archives and Records Service! These competitive, stipend-paid, semester-long internships are designed especially for students. Read more about our three internship opportunities: Accessioning Internship (x2) Reference Internship Legislative Tracking Intern More Information These competitive internships require an application and interview. Internships last for one semester (between 10 and 12 ...
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-3 on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena, snapping a three-game winless skid. Travis Konecny recorded a goal and an assist in his return from injury, while the Flyers utilized balanced scoring to secure the victory.
Utah State defeated Colorado State 31-14 on October 30, driven by a dominant first-half defensive performance and dual-threat production from McCae Hillstead. The Aggies utilized a strong rushing attack and efficient passing to secure the victory in Logan.
The November 1, 2026, US LBM Coaches Top 25 rankings place Utah at number four with an 8-0 record. The rankings also feature Miami (Fla.) at the top of the list and BYU at number eight.
Week 9 results have created uncertainty regarding the College Football Playoff rankings and bowl eligibility. According to a November 1 report from Sports Illustrated, several teams previously considered locks for the postseason are facing much less certain futures.
State of Utah agencies respond to southern Utah flooding October 30, 2026 / Incidents State Emergency Operations Center activation is elevated to Level 3: Enhanced Support Information as of 8 p.m. on Oct.
