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Kyle Whittingham to step down as Utah football head coach

On Friday, Utah football head coach Kyle Whittingham announced his retirement at the conclusion of the 2025 season.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | December 13, 2025

Kyle Whittingham announced Dec. 12 that he will be retiring as the head coach of Utah football following the Las Vegas Bowl vs. Nebraska on New Year’s Eve. Whittingham will retire as the...

Christkindlmarkt celebrates multicultural communities for the holidays

The annual Christmas market at This is the Place Heritage Park builds community and sustains cultures

By Caitlyn Homolya, Arts Writer | December 12, 2025

As many visitors make their way through the wooden stalls at this year’s Christkindlmarkt at This Is the Place Heritage Park, Utah artisans and German vendors alike are relying on the four-day...

‘Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience’ provides children with the gift of theatre

Salt Lake Acting Company’s annual children’s show is riddled with rock ballads and laughter for the whole family

By Laney Hansen, Arts Editor | December 12, 2025

Salt Lake Acting Company (SLAC) has made it its mission every year to celebrate the holidays and prioritize accessible theatre for Title I children. This year features Mo Willems’ “Naked...

Lady Runnin Utes defeat Colorado State with blistering 3 point attack

Of the 25 made shots by the Utes, 13 were 3-pointers. A vital part of their offense this season has been getting open 3-point shots and making them from behind the arc.

By Brayden Ortega, Sports Writer | December 12, 2025

On Thursday, Dec. 4, the University of Utah women’s basketball team beat the Colorado State Rams 70-58, improving the Utes' record to 6-3 on the season. The Lady Runnin' Utes were led by five-star...

Utah Legislature repeals HB267

The Utah Legislature has repealed a bill that banned collective bargaining after Governor Cox called a special session on Sunday, Dec. 7.

By Luca DiGregorio, Assistant News Editor | December 11, 2025

The Utah Legislature has repealed HB267, a bill that passed during the 2025 general session. The bill prohibited public employees from engaging in collective bargaining. In a special session...

Career coaches address rising internship stress at the U

Professionals say peer comparison and unclear expectations fuel students’ anxiety, even as campus resources aim to simplify the process.

By Ella Sharrers, News Writer | December 10, 2025

According to the American College Health Association (ACHA), over 25% of college students experienced high levels of stress during the spring of 2025. Internships often require applicants to...

Utah Gymnastics opens the 2025 season with renewed purpose and upgrades

The Red Rocks return stronger in 2025 with higher difficulty, emerging sophomore leaders and a demanding early-season schedule.

By Sean Stetson, Sports Writer | December 8, 2025

The way last season ended still lingers for Utah gymnastics, not as a burden but as motivation. The Red Rocks left the NCAA Championships with a fourth place finish, even after delivering the top score...

Political pressure, communication fuel U faculty concern

Faculty cite fear of speaking out, limited transparency and weakened shared governance as tensions with administration rise.

By Addy Cowley, Emerson Hagy, and Luca DiGregorio | December 6, 2025

Faculty at the University of Utah say that political pressure and administrative decision making have raised concerns about "fear of speaking out," leading to what some describe as growing uncertainty...

Lady Runnin’ Utes rebound with 2-game win streak

A two-game win streak injected confidence back into the Lady Runnin' Utes after three early losses to the 2025-26 season.

By Brayden Ortega, Sports Writer | December 6, 2025

Utah needed a bounce back after dropping two games to Syracuse and UConn. Matchups with Weber State and Montana allowed Gavin Petersen's team to do just that. The University of Utah Women’s...

U Origins: the Holy War

A century-old rivalry shaped by religion, proximity and decades of conference shifts continues to define Utah sports culture.

By Teanna Sorensen-Starr, Editor In Chief | December 4, 2025

In 1895, the University of Utah football team beat Brigham Young University 12-4 in the schools' first game meeting. “When Brigham Young came into the valley, he pointed to where the University...