Utah Supreme Court: Gov. Spencer Cox has a shortlist of 12 nominees to fill two Utah Supreme Court vacancies, after Justice Diana Hagen’s resignation amid redistricting-related controversy and Chief Justice Matthew Durrant’s planned retirement. Elections & voting access: The U.S. Senate left for a five-week recess without passing Sen. Mike Lee’s SAVE America voter ID/proof-of-citizenship push, even as a photo-ID procedural vote failed. Water crunch: Federal Colorado River planning points to a reshaped system through 2036 as reservoirs shrink; Lake Mead hits a new historic low, underscoring what Utah and the rest of the basin may face. Wildfire response: Utah communities dealt with evacuations tied to the Rocky Canyon Fire, while a separate Utah firefighting helicopter crash killed two pilots and sparked new flames. Homelessness: Utah’s latest Point-in-Time count shows homelessness down statewide across all three regions, including a notable drop in the Mountainland area. Rural economy & energy: The One Utah Summit in Cedar City highlighted Castle Country leaders and businesses, with nuclear and tech themes showing up alongside rural development awards. Public health: NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya urged measles vaccination and defended “trust the science” amid rising cases. Local government: Cedar City issued temporary outdoor water restrictions after a well pump failure and supply line leak. Sports & culture: The Senate’s college sports “wait and see” moment continues as the Protect College Sports Act stalled, while Utah’s own spotlight includes WNBA eligibility debate tied to Enes Kanter Freedom’s 2027 draft declaration.