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E-Bike Rider Hospitalized in Critical Condition After Two-Vehicle Crash

An e-bike rider remains in critical condition following a two-vehicle crash, highlighting ongoing safety concerns regarding electric micro-mobility devices in Utah. State officials continue to emphasize mandatory helmet laws and age-based restrictions to mitigate rising trauma rates.

E-bike Rider Critically Injured in Redwood Road Red Light Crash

An e-bike rider sustained critical injuries in Salt Lake City after a vehicle running a red light struck them on Redwood Road. The collision forced police to close the roadway in both directions at 1700 South.

Bridge demolition underway on I-215 as UDOT project reaches 60% completion

SALT LAKE CITY — Drivers on I-215 are seeing major changes as crews demolish aging bridge decks and improve pavement as part of a project to upgrade on the west side of the freeway. The project is about 60% complete, according to Utah Department of Transportation Commissioner Carlos Braceras.

Kickoff time set for Utah’s ‘Holy War’ game

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 7 game between the No. 6 Utes and the No. 8 Cougars. Brigham Young football players will travel to Rice-Eccles Stadium, home field of the University of Utah team. The game will be televised on ABC or ESPN, a statement from the University of Utah says.

via Gephardt DailySalt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Kickoff Set for No. 6 Utah vs. No. 8 BYU on Nov. 7

No. 6 Utah football is scheduled to face No. 8 BYU at 10 a.m. MT on Saturday, Nov. 7. The game will be broadcast on ABC or ESPN at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City.

Salt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Red light runner causes crash, injuring bicyclist on Redwood Road

The Salt Lake City Police Department is asking motorists to avoid a Redwood Road intersection after a crash Monday morning caused by a red light runner. Police tell Fox 13 Utah that a driver was headed south on Redwood Road when they ran a red light at the intersection of 1700 S, striking another vehicle.

via Fox 13Salt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

BYU-Utah rivalry matchup will have a morning kickoff

The annual rivalry matchup between BYU and Utah finally has a kickoff time and it's rather unique. The Cougars and Utes will face off in Salt Lake City on Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. MST, with the game being broadcast on either ABC or ESPN. The network will be officially determined following this weekend's games.

via Deseret NewsSalt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Utah EZ Pay Offers Square Technology and Local Support to Businesses

Utah EZ Pay is offering Square technology combined with local Utah support and complimentary business spotlight videos to local businesses. As an authorized Square reseller, the company provides personalized guidance to help businesses select and set up hardware and software.

Salt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

New market space, restaurant part of plan for new history-themed Salt Lake City trail

The group behind a new history-themed trail now being constructed near the Utah Capitol says it envisions transformations to historic buildings along the path, which can bring new restaurants and events to Capitol Hill. Construction of the first phase of the Pioneer Trail began last month, targeting the State Street section at the hill between North Temple and the Utah State Capitol.

via KSLSalt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Salt Lake County prosecutors using AI to review evidence; DA says humans remain in control

SALT LAKE CITY — Artificial intelligence is already being used inside the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office, helping prosecutors sort through evidence, conduct legal research and manage growing amounts of digital information. But District Attorney Sim Gill says the technology will not replace the human judgment behind decisions that can change someone's life.

via KSLSalt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Jana Riess: The key message of the LDS Church's new visitorscenter? Were Christian, darn it.

A few months ago, I had the opportunity to take a special tour of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints's new Temple Square VisitorsCenter in Salt Lake City. It felt great to be back on Temple Square for the first time in years. The area has been mostly closed while the church has undertaken extensive renovations to the Salt Lake Temple, which is scheduled to reopen in 2027.

via Salt Lake TribuneSalt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

What's happening in Salt Lake City: Monday, Oct. 26

Salt Lake City school, library and city calendars list 6 public events for Monday, Oct. 26, including New Readers Book Group and Treat Your Shelf Book Club.

Salt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Book-Crafts Club at Salt Lake City Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 28

Salt Lake City Public Library lists Book-Crafts Club on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 6 p.m., at Marmalade Branch - Multi-Purpose Room on its public calendar.

Salt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Utah Sees Sunny Monday Before Rain and Cooling Arrives

Utah will experience a warm Monday before a cooling trend and rain showers arrive in northern regions later in the week. Sunny skies are expected today, with precipitation chances increasing for several areas by the weekend.

Salt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Utah ICE flights are increasing. Here's one man's experience onboard

Dennys Alcivar, who flew on an ICE flight from Utah to California, Oct. 20, 2026. Dennys Alcivar loves to travel outside his native Ecuador. But the flight he boarded in September, leaving Salt Lake City, was nothing like those vacations. Alcivar boarded what the ICE Flight Monitor at the nonprofit Human Rights First calls a shuffle flight.

via KUERSalt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Great Salt Lake Alliance focuses on water innovation through collaboration

The Great Salt Lake Alliance aims to advance water innovation by connecting various sectors to find solutions for the Great Salt Lake. Executive Director Lindsie Smith stated the organization serves as a convener and catalyst for collaboration among business, government, and researchers.

Salt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Doncic scores 52 to lead Lakers over Jazz on Oct. 25

Luka Doncic scored 52 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 road victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. The Lakers overcame an 18-point deficit in Salt Lake City to secure their third win of the season.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Doncic scores 52 as Lakers beat Jazz, 132-123

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - The Utah Jazz got off to a fast start, but Luka Doncic and the Lakers finished stronger. Doncic scored 52 points, hitting eight 3-pointers, to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday.

via ABC4Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Simashev OT Goal Leads Mammoth Over Lightning as Kucherov Sets Record

Dmitri Simashev scored his second goal of the night in overtime to secure a 5-4 victory for the Utah Mammoth over the Tampa Bay Lightning at the Delta Center on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The game featured a historic milestone for Nikita Kucherov, who became the Lightning's all-time points leader during the contest.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Luka Doncic Scores 52 to Lead Lakers Over Jazz

Luka Doncic scored a season-high 52 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. Despite strong performances from Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George, the Jazz surrendered an 18-point lead as the Lakers secured their eighth win in their last nine games against Utah.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Dončić Scores 52 to Lead Lakers Over Jazz

Luka Dončić scored 52 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. Austin Reaves contributed 29 points and 4 assists in the win, while Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 28 points.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Doncic Scores 52 to Lead Lakers Over Jazz

Luka Doncic scored 52 points, marking the NBA's first 50-point performance of the season, to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. The win, which improves the Lakers to 3-0, saw Los Angeles overcome an 18-point second-quarter deficit led by Doncic's eight three-pointers and Austin Reaves' 29 points.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Tracy Aviary’s chick has ‘fledged’

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 25, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Tracy Aviary's southern ground hornbill chick has taken a step toward adulthood. " The newly named Echo started September inside an egg shell. Fledging means growing in adult flying feathers, and relying less on nest care.

via Gephardt DailySalt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Man stalks ex-girlfriend from Alaska, arrested in Salt Lake City

SALT LAKE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A man was was arrested in Salt Lake City for stalking, after following his ex-girlfriend from Alaska to Utah. Steven Samuelson, a 49 year-old male, was arrested on one count of stalking, a third-degree felony.

via ABC4Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Annual Kirkin' o' th' Tartan' concludes 40th Scottish Festival

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — The First Presbyterian Church of Salt Lake City celebrated the 40th Anniversary of its Scottish Festival with a traditional Kirkin’ o’ th’ Tartan’ worship service. The festival featured bagpipes, Highland dancers, Scottish food, whisky, tartans, and a highland cow to celebrate Scottish heritage in the United States.

via ABC4Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Utah business, government leaders deepen connections in Ireland

SALT LAKE CITY — Ireland was nicknamed the "Celtic Tiger" in the 1990s because of its enthusiastic and aggressive efforts to attract companies — especially American companies — to its emerald shores. Thirty years later, it is a European economic powerhouse and is still effectively courting businesses from across the globe.

via KSLSalt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Utah Beats Houston 21-13 to Improve to 7-0

Utah was down 10-0 in the third quarter. The No. 1 offense in the Big 12 was on the opposite sideline. A crowd of 51,864 had gone quiet for the first time all night. And then Devon Dampier took over. Utah beat Houston 21-13 on Saturday night in one of the most electric atmospheres Rice-Eccles Stadium has seen in years.

via Daily Utah ChronicleSalt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

MS Girls Volleyball A vs. TBD - WAC Tournament - Waterford School

« All Events MS Girls Volleyball A vs. TBD – WAC Tournament October 27 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm A Team TBD: 5:30; Details Date: October 27 Time:

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Halloween facilitates community connection and child confidence, says United Way

A report from the United Way of Utah County states that Halloween serves as an annual opportunity for children and community members to build safety, connection, and confidence. The organization suggests that participating in the holiday can help children feel empowered to approach their neighbors.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Second oldest congregation in Utah continues to serve Salt Lake City

SALT LAKE CITY — The First Congregational Church, the first church in Utah outside The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is still in Salt Lake City serving members of the community. Their original building, however, is long gone.

via KSLSalt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Chances of rain showers today with cooler temperatures sticking around

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Happy Sunday, Utah! Rain showers and a few thunderstorms will linger across eastern Utah with temperatures staying on the cooler side.

via ABC4Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Roadwork and Ramp Closures Impact Salt Lake and Davis Counties

Drivers in Salt Lake and Davis counties face several weekend ramp closures, lane restrictions, and construction projects. Major work zones for these projects include Clearfield, Bountiful, West Jordan, and Magna.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

BYU men's basketball defeats UNLV in Saturday exhibition victory

BYU men's basketball secured a 89-77 exhibition victory over UNLV at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. Despite trailing by as much as 12 points in the first half, the Cougars moved to 2-0 in exhibition play following a strong second-half performance.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

At Salt Lake City Public Library on Tuesday, Oct. 27: Banned Book Club and Sweet Reads

Salt Lake City calendars list two library programs on Tuesday, Oct. 27.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

The week ahead in Salt Lake City: Oct. 26–Nov. 1

Salt Lake City calendars list 43 public events for the week of Oct. 26: 40 library programs, 3 public meetings.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

7th Annual Fall Fright Fundraiser Scheduled for October 25 at International Artist Lounge

The 7th Annual Fall Fright fundraiser and silent auction was scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the International Artist Lounge. The event was organized to benefit the Salt Lake Community Bail Fund.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

Dampier, Defense Lead No. 10 Utah Past No. 14 Houston

No. 10 Utah improved to 7-0 with a 21-13 victory over No. 14 Houston on Saturday night, fueled by two rushing touchdowns from quarterback Devon Dampier and a decisive fourth-quarter defensive stand. The win marks the 100th consecutive sellout at Rice-Eccles Stadium and extends the Utes' winning streak to 13 games.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026

No. 10 Utah Defeats No. 14 Houston 21-13 at Rice-Eccles Stadium

No. 10 Utah defeated No. 14 Houston 21-13 at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah. The victory was marked by a sellout crowd of 51,864 and a strong second-half performance by the Utes.

Salt Lake CityOctober 25, 2026
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