Daily Herald (Provo Utah)

An ambulance drives past the medical center for treating infectious diseases, center, in Shelekhov, outside Irkutsk, Russia, on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. (AP Photo) The Kremlin has long maintained a culture of secrecy when it comes to controlling public information, especially involving accidents — from industrial disasters to health emergencies.

The mission statement of the Utah Debate Commission begins with “The Mission of the non-profit Commission is to produce substantive, independent, and nonpartisan debates of significance to the State of Utah.”: It is a desirable and lofty goal. But we in the Utah Libertarian Party believe the rules that you have implemented for debate participation in 2026 fall short of those required to achieve the goal you declare.

Crew members take part in a traditional 5K run, called the Ship to Shore 5K Scramble, doing several laps on the flight deck of the U.S. Abraham Lincoln's on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, on their return to its home port at Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego, Calif. (Nelvin C.

FILE - The flags of Canada and the United States fly in Ottawa, Sept. 12, 2026. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP, File) WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of Americans who buy cheap drugs from Canada could soon lose access when a customs rule goes into effect later this month, a change that has sparked opposition from Democrats and some Republicans with the cost of living a top issue for voters ahead of midterm elections.

A mother and son pay their respects at a memorial for the victims of a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, Canada, Feb. 14, 2026.

By Darnell Dickson and Brandon C. Gurney - Daily Herald | Oct 7, 2026 1 / 2 BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) leaps into the end zone for a touchdown against TCU in a Big 12 football game at Fort Worth, Texas, on Saturday, October 3 ,2026. Harold Mitchell, Special to the Herald 2 / 2 BYU running back Preston Rex (12) carries the ball against TCU in a Big 12 football game at Fort Worth, Texas, on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Norma Wolfe Crandall, 87, passed away October 4, 2026. Arrangements entrusted to Lindquist’s Layton Mortuary, 1867 N. Fairfield Rd., Layton, Utah.

By DAILY HERALD STAFF - | Oct 7, 2026 1 / 6 Singers perform during Brigham Young University's homecoming opening ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, in Provo. Ellie Alder, BYU Photo 2 / 6 Musicians perform during Brigham Young University's homecoming opening ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, in Provo. Ellie Alder, BYU Photo 3 / 6 Dancers perform during Brigham Young University's homecoming opening ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, in Provo.

Provo City is working on an agreement that would bring commercial development near the airport and Epic Sports Park — an area currently void of any amenities. A proposed participation agreement says Provo will dispose of approximately five acres of city-owned land at Lakeview Crossing worth an estimated $4.3 million to a developer, Philo, which agrees to construct a 137-room hotel, gas station/convenience store, restaurant and retail space on the property at a cost of an estimated $35 million.

Charlie Neibergall, AP Photo Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Utah, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in Ames, Iowa. Each week the Daily Herald will provide five true facts about BYU’s latest football opponent for your enjoyment. This week, Iowa State University. 1. Ding dong One cherished tradition of Cyclone football is the ringing of the Victory Bell after each gridiron triumph in Ames.