A new road in Weber County aims to ease traffic to Wolf Creek and Powder Mountain resorts, funded by WACOG and impact fees, reflecting public-private collaboration.

The University of Utah is hosting the 4th Annual Race for Campus Safety to honor Lauren McCluskey and address campus violence. The event features races, activities, and promotes safety advocacy.

The Sandy City Police Department warns residents about scammers posing as police to extort money or personal information by falsely claiming missed court appearances. They advise hanging up and calling their non-emergency line to verify claims.

Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson proposes nearly a 20% property tax increase for the 2026 budget, facing public concern over the financial strain it could cause.

Dylan Guenther scored the overtime winner for the Utah Mammoth against the Colorado Avalanche, earning a 4-3 victory and marking Colorado's first loss of the season.

SLCPD investigates a downtown fatal crash where a car hit a bicyclist, with 59-year-old Scott Hunt dying from injuries. The driver cooperated with the ongoing probe.

USU's Center for Community announces events for Hispanic Heritage and Native American Heritage Months, featuring cultural education, festivities, and dialogues from October through November.

USU researchers report the spread of disease-carrying mosquitoes in Utah, highlighting the southern house mosquito's efficiency in transmitting West Nile virus and the emergence of hybrids between mosquito species.

The University of Utah celebrates its 175th Homecoming with various events, including a concert, exhibitions, food trucks, a class reunion, a soapbox derby, and a game watch party.

Liberty Park introduced the Seven Canyons Refuge, an interactive art space highlighting the importance of water through light, sound, and sculpture, as a transformation of the old Seven Canyons Fountain.

United flight 1093 diverted to Salt Lake City due to a cracked windshield while en route from Denver to Los Angeles.

South Jordan's Mayor's Corner recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, urging community engagement, emphasizing non-discrimination of victims, and highlighting local partnerships for support and prevention.

Utah County Sheriff's Office requests public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in credit card theft at an Orem Walmart, with the cards stolen from vehicles near Bridal Veil.