Salt Lake City, UT news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Salt Lake City, UT on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Penguins flight diverts to SLC after player medical emergency. Also: Utah filed a lawsuit seeking to halt operations of Kalshi, a prediction market platform; A proposed fuel pipeline project through Emigration Canyon and Salt Lake City is facing increased public opposition. Weather: Mostly clear today with highs near 69°F and light winds.

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Headlines

Pittsburgh Penguins player Ben Kindel was hospitalized after suffering a medical emergency on a team flight that diverted to Salt Lake City.KSL News · Oct 20, 9:19 PM

News & local government

Utah filed a lawsuit seeking to halt operations of Kalshi, a prediction market platform.Axios · Oct 20, 5:59 PM
A proposed fuel pipeline project through Emigration Canyon and Salt Lake City is facing increased public opposition.The Salt Lake Tribune · Oct 19, 11:08 AM

Schools & kids

Utah ranks fourth in the nation for school book bans.Axios · Oct 20, 6:23 AM

Sports

Utah high school football playoffs begin this week; find schedules and brackets online.MaxPreps · Oct 20, 1:07 PM

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