USU's fall enrollment rose 3.2% to 29,831, with initiatives like concurrent enrollment and the Connections class credited for the increase. Over 75% of first-year students participated in the program fostering academic success.

UTEP women's golf team competes in the Golf Iconic Classic from October 13-15 in Las Cruces, aiming for success after their recent 13th-place finish in Lubbock.

USU Interim President Smith provided updates on initiatives, strategic reinvestment plans, and staff changes, and addressed a campus event controversy.

Juvenile injured and another in custody after a knife assault at a Millcreek TRAX station in Utah; incident under investigation with no TRAX service disruption.

A DUI repeat offender, Nathan Michael Portillo, has been arrested for a fatal hit-and-run that killed a woman in Murray, facing charges including felony murder.

Utah Governor Cox and Lt. Gov. Henderson have a busy week with a special legislative session, community events, the One Utah Summit, meetings on rural development, and attending a funeral for a church leader.

Real Salt Lake won a crucial match against the Colorado Rapids with a 1-0 scoreline, with Diogo Gonçalves scoring and keeping their MLS playoff hopes alive.

A woman was rescued and revived by first responders after her car submerged in Deer Valley Pond, Park City. Her condition stabilized after CPR, and she was airlifted to a hospital.

The article details the shifting weather in Salt Lake City, from clear skies to a forecasted 90% chance of rain and storms tonight, followed by wet conditions through Saturday and a return to sunshine on Sunday.

The University of Utah is conducting a study on the link between hypertension and dementia, analyzing 40,000 blood samples with a $21.6 million NIH grant to understand how blood pressure management could prevent cognitive decline.

The USU Museum of Anthropology is launching a free family-friendly event series, Saturdays at the Museum, offering educational and interactive activities from Oct. 4, 2025, through May 2, 2026.

The Hardware Wildlife Education Center in Utah is hosting a free "Night Life" exhibit this October to showcase nocturnal animals, featuring photographs, trivia, and activities.

The Lyric Repertory Company received $37,000 in grants for its 60th season, aiding operational costs and supporting its blend of educational and professional theater at USU.