Inside Sources

Topics on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include: 

The average new vehicle now costs more than $51,000! For that price, the heated seats better cook dinner and the backup camera better find some hidden treasure, right!? At the same time, a new review of data from TransUnion and the Federal Reserve found that people living in Utah added the most debt to their personal finances between the beginning of July and the end of September. What's driving Utahns to take on so much additional debt? WalletHub writer and analyst Chip Lupo explains.

The West built two giant reservoirs: Lake Powell and Lake Mead. But what if there isn’t enough water to save both? Which one gets priority, and what would that mean for Utah? That’s the question raised in a new Deseret News story. And it puts a pretty stark choice on the table: How do you manage a river when everyone who depends on it needs more water than it can deliver? For details on this idea, Holly and Greg turn to Utah's Colorado River commissioner, Gene Shawcroft.

Housing remains a top priority for Utahns in terms of both affordability and inventory. Two stories in the news caught our eyes today, so we turn to Russell Faucette, owner of The Stern Team and co-founder of Omada Real Estate. He discusses a rise in condos being for sale plus a downward trend of home prices across the board.

Utah ski and snowboard resorts are preparing for what will hopefully be a really good snow season. We obviously want a good winter for the water, but snow sports are so popular that it's good for them too. Ahead of the season officially starting, SkiUtah held a news conference today previewing the season. Greg and Holly talk about their excitement for winter and dip into a part of the conference.

There are some sacrifices we can see: a uniform, a deployment, an empty chair at the dinner table. And there are others we may never fully understand: time away from a child who’s growing up, the strain of being far from home when someone you love needs you, memories that don’t fade when the uniform comes off. On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor the men and women who have served. Not because we know every part of their story, but because we recognize that service asks something of a person and of the people who love them.

On this Veterans Day, Inside Sources takes some time to honor those who've served. We discuss some of the specific challenges veterans face and the reason why community is so important for those leaving active service. Then we get insights on the specific resources and support available here in Utah; Utah Veteran Affairs Deputy Commissioner Cory Pearson joins the hosts to explain. The conversation wraps up with Inside Sources executive producer Andy Cupp explaining the significance of the red poppy on this important day.

After an amazing run on the radio -- 40 years on the airwaves and close to 37 years here at KSL -- our own Amanda Dickson is hanging up the mic and is taking a well-deserved break in retirement. You've listened to her on Utah's Morning News for decades, but she'll sign off one last time tomorrow. Ahead of her final day, Inside Sources chats with KSL NewsRadio's Amanda Dickson about her long career, her best memories, why radio is still important in 2026, and her message to the thousands of faithful listeners who've followed her for so many years.

As Republicans prepare to be in the minority in Congress next year, they've picked their leadership. And let's just say the more things change, the more they stay the same. At least that's how Greg and Holly feel about the choices. Senate Republicans picked Senator John Thune to lead them -- he's been the Senate minority leader for a while now. In the House, Republicans picked Representative Jim Jordan. Holly and Greg believe these choices ignore what happened in last week's election, but also hypothesize that upcoming leadership elections for Democrats won't be much better.

41 years behind bars — much of it on death row. Now Douglas Carter is out on bail, and tested crime-scene DNA doesn’t match him. But Utah County prosecutors are still pursuing charges in the 1985 killing of Eva Olesen. Carter's conviction was overturned and now a judge is weighing whether his disputed confession can be used at trial. So what does that DNA evidence mean and what would justify taking this case back to a jury? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas answers Holly's questions.

A child tells you someone in their video-game chat needs help. Do you assume it’s somebody making up a story, or do you take it seriously? This story floored us this morning -- it's an update to a story we first brought you last week about a Utah teen who was found in Oregon after being missing for a year and a half. According to NBC News, she was found after reaching out to another teen through an online game. The teen lived in Colorado but told his mom about this call for help. Within 24 hours, the Utah teen had been found there in Oregon. Missing for 17 months… and found thanks to a conversation inside an online game. It's absolutely crazy!

• Trial date set for man accused of shooting, killing political influencer Charlie Kirk
• Speaker Mike Schultz says the legislature should have handled data centers differently
• Nerd out: Utah STEM Fest aims to teach young people
• Some Rocky Mountain Customers to receive new $4 charge for clean energy
• Consumer inflation remains above target, prompting some to cut back on holiday spending
• So-called "billionaire tax" proposal fails in California
• Parents sue over children's failing grades at school
• New KSL Investigation shows license plate reader data misuse by Utah agency
• The Church of Jesus Christ makes changes to its youth programs
• Meet Bryce, the Utah Mammoth "Puppy with a Purpose"

In today's final segment, Greg and Holly introduce listeners (and livestream viewers) to Bryce, the new "Puppy with a Purpose" for the Utah Mammoth. His name is spelled with a "y" but Greg and Holly both think it should have been with an "I" and pronounced, Brrrrrrr-ice!

What do we hope our kids carry with them when they leave home? Not just a packed suitcase, but faith, purpose, and the confidence that they belong. Believe, belong, and become -- those three words guide the refreshed Latter-day Saint youth program and invite a bigger conversation too: How do we help the next generation build a faith of their own while knowing we’re still standing beside them? Deseret News faith reporter Amy Ortiz joins the conversation.

When you drive around Utah, roadside cameras can read your license plate. We've talked about these a few times now -- people have a lot of concerns. So who’s making sure the people with access to that information are using it appropriately? That’s the question behind a new investigation from KSL Investigator Daniella Rivera, uncovered a former detective’s misuse of license plate reader data ... and it wasn’t a routine audit that caught it. The Inside Sources get updates on the story -- including an exclusive detail -- and discuss the issue with Daniella.

Your kid comes home with a bad grade -- do you get them a tutor, or an attorney? The Wall Street Journal reports that some parents are taking disputes over grades and classroom treatment beyond the principal’s office and into court. Now, if a school genuinely mistreats your child, you should fight for them. Teachers aren’t above accountability. But neither are our kids, right? So where’s the line between standing up for your kid and making sure your kid never has to stand on their own? Would you ever sue over your child’s grade, or is the bad grade sometimes the lesson they need?

Should billionaires pay more in taxes? That was essentially the question at the heart of a proposition in California. If approved, it would have imposed a one-time 5% tax on Californians whose wealth exceeds one billion dollars. It took almost a week from Election Day, but the Associated Press has finally called the race -- and it failed. Would this have been a good idea? Or simply a bad business decision?

Christmas may have a wish list, but your budget has a veto. The newest inflation report came out this morning, and it shows prices are still putting pressure on family budgets. But forget the economic charts for a minute. What’s the expense that changed how your family lives -- not just for a month, but for good? Groceries? Insurance? Child care? What did you give up that you haven’t brought back? Now add Christmas to that conversation. When the budget won’t stretch, what bends? Fewer gifts under the tree? No trip to Grandma’s? Or do you borrow to keep the traditions alive?

Hundreds of thousands of Rocky Mountain Customers got a notice in the mail over the last week that caught many by surprise. The notice tells customers that they'll soon pay a $4/month fee to pay for clean energy. It's not applicable to all customer; only to those who live in 16 different communities around the state. With more on what the fee is and what it'll go towards, Inside Sources turns to Dan Dugan, the board chair of Utah Renewable Communities and a member of the Salt Lake City Council.

You turn up the thermostat, the heat kicks on, and most of us don’t give it another thought. But how does that natural gas actually get to your house? And here’s another question: If natural gas comes out of the ground without a smell, why does a gas leak smell so bad? These are some of the questions being answered at Utah STEM Fest today and tomorrow. Greg and Holly "nerd out" a little with Cooper Fasselin from the Enbridge Gas Training Academy.

Speaker Mike Schultz says the legislature made a mistake in the way it handled data center development. Speaking to the Deseret News/KSL Editorial Board, the Speaker said MIDA (Military Installation Development Agency) should not have been involved in data center plans around the state. He now says the process for data center development needs reform in the legislature, and it could result in giving local governments more authority over data center development.

Court will come to session and Tyler Robinson will be on trial for the murder of Charlie Kirk beginning in June of 2028. It's later than the Kirk family wanted, but earlier than the defense wanted. So is it a good balance? But it's still so long away and it's scheduled to last 105 days -- about 3.5 months. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas gives his takes on the continued delays that seem to plague this case.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was pretty mad this morning as he addressed impeachment calls from members of Congress. Outgoing Representative Thomas Massie officially filed articles of impeachment yesterday, and a procedural vote is expected this afternoon. Amid his comments today, the Secretary continually slammed Representative Massie, saying he had a personal vendetta against the Secretary and President Trump. We hear some of Sec. Hegseth's comments from this morning and the hosts give their takes.

• Eye On the Hill: New leadership elected in Utah's legislature
• New initiative launches: The Utah We Believe In
• Gov. Spencer Cox makes first remarks following election last week
• Utahns' views on immigration mirror nation's; Pres. Trump says his deportation policies may have been "too tough"
• It's the Trump Cabinet Shuffle!
• Inside Washington: Congress returns for lame duck session
• Relief at the pump: Is it all seasonal, or did the election play a role?
• Ask the Attorney: Controversy around U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche
• Utes move up, Cougars fall off AP Top 10 Poll following Saturday's game
• All-terrain wheelchairs expand to Utah's 'Mighty 5' National Parks

If you've been in a wheelchair or you have a wheelchair user in your family, you know that it can really restrict the places they can go. But there's some really welcome news in Southern Utah that aims to make the 'Mighty 5' National Parks more accessible for all. We're reading today that all-terrain wheelchairs are now available in all five parks, making the outdoors a bit more reachable for all Utahns.

Greg's on Cloud 9 this morning following the University of Utah's win over the BYU Cougars on Saturday. Despite both teams coming in with drive, the Utes came out on top. As such, they've now moved to #2 in the AP Top 10 Poll and BYU has fallen off the list (sorry, Holly). So what's to come for both the Utes and the Cougars? Inside Sources speaks with KSL.com sports director Josh Furlong to get his takes.

United States Attorney General Todd Blanche says he represents both the United States and members of President Trump's cabinet on a personal level. He's said before that he represents the president; now he says he also represents the White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller. How can he do both? He also suggested that he would investigate Democrats solely on President Trump's orders -- is that legal? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares his legal takes on both situations involving AG Todd Blanche. 

After months and months of rising gas prices, things are starting to finally fall. But is it due to "fall"... or did the election play a role in lowering prices? President Trump said that prices would plummet after the election. We're not quite at that point, but the cheaper prices for fuel are a welcome relief. So what's driving the price difference? GasBuddy's Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan joins with his perspective. 

Congress heads back to Washington, D.C. today, despite several races around the country still being undecided. And it's not just existing lawmakers -- many of whom are out at the end of the year; newly-elected lawmakers are also in DC today for freshman orientation. In fact, it looks to be the largest freshman class in Congress in almost 100 years. As Congress begins its lame-duck session, what should we expect? The Inside Sources hosts turn to Deseret News congressional correspondent Cami Mondeaux for the inside scoop.

Washington’s got a new dance and you don’t need rhythm; you just need an updated White House staff directory. It’s the Cabinet Shuffle! Wiles heads out! Miller moves in! Somebody print the org chart again! Dana, grab the mic! Wait... not quite! Was that a job offer, or just fight night? Hegseth, hold your position! Everybody else... watch the audition. President Trump's cabinet is already moving around less than a week after the election. He told '60 Minutes' that he's still confident in Pete Hegseth, but also says there could be a few more changes to his cabinet.

Where do Utahns draw the line on deportation? A new Deseret News–Hinckley Institute poll finds 50% support deporting someone living here illegally who hasn’t otherwise committed a crime — nearly identical to the national number. But support jumps to roughly 80% when that person has committed some kind of additional crime. At the same time, President Trump says his deportation policy might have been “too tough” — acknowledging it may have hurt Republicans in the election.

With so many changes on both the state and national levels following the election, how is our governor feeling about the future of Utah's Capitol Hill? Governor Spencer Cox spoke for the first time since Election Day in his monthly PBS News Conference. We hear a bit of his remarks; Holly and Greg then compare them to similar comments from Utah's new legislative leaders.

After an election season spent counting what divides us, this number tells a different story: 61% of Utahns say the same five values best represent our state: family, faith, hard work, community and nature. And that common ground held across the political spectrum, from very conservative to very liberal. Agreeing on a list is one thing; working together when you disagree is another. Can those shared values get us beyond the yard signs and into a project with a neighbor who voted differently? A new statewide initiative is putting that idea to the test, with project guides and small grants to help bring people together. The co-founders of "The Utah we Believe In" Ze Min Xiao and Byron Russell join Inside Sources to talk about what Utahns still share and how we can build on that common ground.

Now that we have a better idea of what the new Utah legislature will look like, who’s going to lead it? In the Senate, Senator Evan Vickers won his caucus' election to become the next Senate President; he joins Greg and Holly to explain how his caucus will move forward after the election. The changes in House Republican leadership weren't as big, even after the majority lost about a dozen seats. Speaker Mike Schultz won re-election amid his caucus to stay in the House's top seat. In the end though, top Republicans in both chambers say voters sent them a sobering message.

Just how big was Utah’s shift toward Democrats last week? Look beyond Washington and look at our own Capitol. Democrats were on track to flip 13 Utah House seats and two Senate seats -- those aren't small potatoes. And looking more broadly, new data shows that Utah saw a huge shift towards Democrats in our congressional elections; not just in the one district where a Democrat actually won. The data shows that Utah could have very easily elected more Democrats, especially if we had a statewide election. So, is this reliably red state changing politically, or was this a one-election backlash?

GREG SKORDAS OUT -- JIM BENNETT IN

Topic we cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include:

• Fans prepare for rivalry football game between BYU and Utah
• As the holidays approach, Utah organizations prepare for high demand for food assistance
• Opportunities to give: Live PC Give PC
• Utah youth experience trouble with online gambling at high rates
• A few decades late: The FAA begins to phase out floppy disks
• How do Americans feel about AI? New survey looks at what AI movies we think of when we think of AI

Inside Sources finishes the week by checking in with the hosts of the KSL Movie Show, Val Cameron and Andy Farnsworth. They discuss the big movie of the week: The Cat in the Hat. They also discuss the famous actor Jimmy Stewart thanks to a new movie portraying his life.

Hollywood spent years warning us that artificial intelligence would take over the world. But right now, AI is helping us write emails and figure out what’s for dinner. So, are we in the helpful phase, or just the opening scene? A new Deseret News poll asked which movie best captures our AI future. The top pick was ‘I, Robot,’ followed by ‘The Terminator.’ Neither of those movies paint AI in a positive light, so what does that say about our feelings on AI right now?

We can stream movies on our phones, talk to our refrigerators, and get emotional help from computers. But apparently, America’s air traffic control system is just now breaking up with the floppy disk. You read that right... a floppy disk. The FAA is starting to retire them and upgrade systems that are sometimes 40 years old. So how did floppy disks stick around in air traffic control this long, and what’s replacing them? Will this make operations more or less secure and efficient? Holly and guest host Jim Bennett talk about an upgrade that’s a few decades overdue.

You’ve talked to your kids about saving money. But have you talked about betting it? KSL’s Deanie Wimmer reports that a national study found more than a third of boys ages 11 to 17 have participated in sports-related gambling or used betting apps. Eleven years old. Would that even be on your radar as a parent? So here’s our question: Have you talked to your kids about gambling — and do they recognize it when it’s on their phone?

We just talked about families struggling to afford groceries and the pressure on organizations trying to help. Now let’s flip the question: If you’re listening and thinking, ‘I want to do something, but my budget is tight, too’ — does giving five bucks really matter? Today is Live P-C Give P-C, with about 150 nonprofits and causes participating. And that presents an interesting choice: If you’ve only got a little to give, where should it go?  Joel Zarrow with the Park City Community Foundation and Jay Burke with Woodward Park City join the show with details.

What’s the first thing you cut when your grocery bill gets too high? The name brands? The snacks your kids like? Meat? And what happens when you’ve already made those cuts — and the math still doesn’t work? We have several Utah stories pointing to the same concern: Food banks and pantries are preparing for more holiday need, and a new community food network is launching to help people struggling to afford groceries, especially in rural communities. We usually talk about food drives this time of year -- donate a can, help a neighbor, make Thanksgiving a little better. That matters. But here’s the harder question: Are we asking charity to solve a problem that a household budget simply can’t fix right now?

Republicans nationwide -- and here in Utah -- have had a few days now to sit and reflect after quite a whooping on Election Day. But is it a sign that the GOP really needs to shift their priorities, or should they buckle down even harder and move even more to the right? Political scientists are calling this new time in politics the "era of unstable majorities." And whether it's state politics or national politics, that seems to fit pretty well.

Set your alarms for oh-dark-thirty this weekend -- the Cougars and the Utes are taking to the gridiron tomorrow for another edition of the legendary rivalry. It's a 10 am kick-off, with KSL pre-game coverage beginning at 8 o'clock tomorrow morning. So if you plan to do your own tailgating, sounds like you better be ready to make some breakfast. Holly Richardson and guest host Jim Bennett share their thoughts on the upcoming game.

• Preparing for a major rivalry game this weekend: BYU vs. Utah
• New data: Utah businesses see heft increase in business bankruptcy filings
• Salt Lake City development: Sports and entertainment district inspirations; Downtown Farmers Market loses planned building in Pioneer Park
• Pushback on Utah Inland Port Authority over data center development
• Ask the Attorney: New developments around DNA and Douglas Carter's case
• Military, law enforcement could receive genetically enhanced dogs in the near future

Is Fido strong enough for war? A new biotech company says they can modernize America's working dog using genetic enhancements. These new "super dogs" would work with both the military and law enforcement. The company -- called Warhound -- says they're still making sure animal welfare is a top priority. Greg and Holly finish the show with their thoughts on this kind of biological development.

There are new developments today dealing with the Douglas Carter case and DNA analysis. Remember, Carter spent decades on death row for a 1985 murder he was originally convicted of. His case was overturned by the Utah Supreme Court and he is now out of jail and prison while he awaits a new trial. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the role DNA is playing in this case and explains how Carter's defense is trying to use it.

There's pushback today after the Utah Inland Port Authority Board cancelled a meeting in which they were going to discuss and vote on an amendment relating to data centers in Iron County. A coalition of health and environmental groups held a news conference this morning, calling on the board to adopt a policy to not support data center development. With so much focus on data centers right now -- it played quite a role in the midterm elections locally and nationally -- we wanted to dig into the story more. Deeda Seed is the Senior Utah Campaigner at the Center for Biological Diversity; she joins to share her perspective.

Producer note: We invited the Utah Inland Port Authority to join the show and explain the project and their relationship with data center development. They declined the invitation.

As downtown Salt Lake City sees some pretty major renovations and rebuilding with the new sports and entertainment district, you might see some fairly familiar sights. The Smith Entertainment Group says much of its new designs are inspired by local neighborhoods in the city, including Main Street, Regent Street, and the 9th and 9th district. Also, a local farmers market in SLC will not get a year-round building after all. Greg and Holly explain these new development stories.

New data suggests more and more Utah businesses are struggling. In fact, the numbers show that business bankruptcies in Utah have skyrocketed nearly 27%. For context, business bankruptcies nationwide rose just over 11%, so that's quite a difference. But the big question for Greg and Holly -- besides "why?" -- is "what does it mean for my wallet?" This rise in filings is the subject of a new KSL Investigation. KSL investigative producer Sloan Schrage joins to answer the hosts' questions.

Greg and Holly are switching colors this week -- from Republican red for Holly and Democrat blue for Greg to Utah red for Greg and BYU blue for Holly. As we prepare for the big rivalry football game this weekend, the hosts turn to KSL Sports Anchor Sam Farnsworth for a preview of the game and why it's so big to have both teams in the AP Top 10. There's also new polling out today that digs into how Utahns as a whole feel about each team and how strong that loyalty is. For more on that, Y2 Analytics Director of Research Jade Burt joins the show.

Two days after the election and we're still waiting for several races to be called both here in Utah and across the country. Locally, we still have several races in the state legislature that are too close to call, and even one of our congressional races hasn't been called yet. On the national stage, we know Democrats will have control of the Senate and the House -- the question remains: just how much of an advantage will they have over Republicans? At the same time, there are already concerns of new investigations from Democrats into the Trump Administration's actions over the last two years. Greg and Holly break it all down in this hour of Inside Sources.

• Church of Jesus Christ leader warns of online anonymity
• Do you have the patience to complete a board game… that takes 20-30 years?

Two friends from the United Kingdom say they'll complete the world's most complex board game: The Campaign for North Africa. You might be thinking, it's a board game -- how hard can it be? The pair already did a test run, and it took them 18 months to do just 6 turns. A YEAR AND A HALF to barely even get started. Why not just use AI, right?

A few weeks ago, our social team here at KSL went around and asked employees to share the fake name they use online. Greg and Holly both told the truth -- they don't use fake online names. They say it's important for them to represent themselves and not hide behind a pseudonym. Now, an apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is weighing in on this growing trend of online anonymity. Elder Quentin L. Cook spoke to a worldwide group of young adults, warning that hiding behind anonymity to attack others will lead to a kind of spiritual darkness.

Democrats woke up today overjoyed at the results of yesterday’s election. The party predicted a “blue tsunami,” and it definitely seems to have panned out. Across the country, Democrats flipped multiple seats in both the House and the Senate, plus several governorships. President Trump has admitted that Democrats won and says he’ll work with them. At the same time, he hasn’t shied away from using his presidential powers of the veto. Your Voice, Your Vote — it’s the morning after the midterm elections, and Greg and Holly have analysis and updates today.

In their coverage, they speak live with one of the Democrats who flipped a seat in the U.S. House, Congressman-elect Ben McAdams of Utah’s 1st Congressional District. He outlines next steps for fulfilling his campaign promises and how he’ll represent Utah voters. KSL political reporter Bridger Beal-Cvetko joins the show to discuss the massive changes coming to Utah’s legislature after several incumbent Republicans appear to have lost their seats to Democrats, third-party candidates, and unaffiliated candidates. The hosts also turn to the role the economy played in the election; Dr. Michael Kofoed, associate professor of economics at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, shares his expert insights.

- Your Voice, Your Vote: Election day is finally here
- Ask the Attorney: Tyler Robinson's team cites Pres. Trump social media post in new ask to bar cameras from the courtroom
- SCOTUS hears arguments on public funding for religious preschools
- Some Utah ski resorts preparing to open as soon as this weekend
- Washington County schools working to reconnect students with each other

What'll it take to get students to connect with each other? Does taking away the phone or the tablet make the difference? Or does it need something more? The Inside Sources hosts finish up the show with a discussion on what schools in Washington County are doing to help students connect with one another in successful ways.

Did you feel the chill in the air this morning? Ski resorts around the state are also feeling that chill, and it has them excited. In fact, some resorts are planning to open as early as this weekend! Greg's excited to get onto the powder, and he and Holly share their hopes for a successful winter season.

The United States Supreme Court heard arguments today dealing with public funding for Catholic preschools. The case comes out of Colorado, where the state said those religious schools couldn't receive taxpayer money unless they agreed to a non-discrimination clause. Now, the matter's heading to the highest court in the country, and a prominent Utah organization is adding in their support of the Catholic school. Greg and Holly discuss the ins and outs of the case and how it made its way to the Supreme Court.

The team representing Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing political influencer Charlie Kirk, are once again asking for cameras to not be allowed in the courtroom at the beginning of the hearing. This time, however, they say a social media post from President Trump is reason enough why additional media coverage inside the courtroom shouldn't be allowed. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains their arguments and gives his take on whether they hold water.

The months and months of political ads, vicious attacks, and policy platform pitches are finally coming to a close. Today is Election Day! Inside Sources will have special live coverage all night, but Greg and Holly get things started on our regular morning show.

• KSL political reporter Bridger Beal-Cvetko joins with insights into what Utahns need to know about voting today.
• State Deputy Elections Director Shelly Jackson explains what's changed statewide and how the state is helping voters in San Juan County affected by devastating floods so close to the election.
• Deseret News editor Sarah Jane Weaver outlines ways the Deseret News will track election results tonight.
• Former Governor Gary Herbert joins Greg and Holly in the studio to discuss how we can reintroduce dignity into our elections and political arguments.
• Salt Lake County Clerk Lannie Chapman calls in to address concerns about full ballot drop boxes in various spots around the country.

• Flooding Continues in Southern Utah; Northern Utah Sees Record Rain Too
• Missing Utah Teen Found in Oregon; FBI Warns of 'Gore Groups'
• Ask the Attorney: Lori Vallow Daybell Appeals to Idaho Supreme Court
• Ask the Attorney: Judge Dismisses DOJ Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal With Prejudice
• State Auditor Concerned With Growth, Lack of Transparency From Public Infrastructure Districts
• Daylight Saving Time Comes to an End
• One Woman's Mission to Restore Utah Headstones

- Utah announces age verification law enforcement for adult websites
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Explaining the RECA fund
- Halloween fun on Inside Sources
- Previewing this week's big movie: Everest

Inside Sources finishes up the week by checking in with the hosts of the KSL Movie Show, Val Cameron and Andy Farnsworth. They discuss the big movie of the week, Everest: The Other Side. They also chat about the passing of actor Patrick Stewart and share their favorite Halloween movies.

We're celebrating Halloween a day early on Inside Sources! Holly's the only one on the team who dressed up, but that doesn't mean we can't have some fun. First, we talk with our friends from the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, hotdoggers All Beef Aiden and Lucky Dog Lauren. They join us from Southern Utah, where they're surprising parties and trick-or-treaters for "Halloweenie." Then Inside Sources executive producer Andy Cupp joins to talk about his favorite Halloween traditions.

For years, Utahns who had health issues resulting from the nation's nuclear testing in the West struggled to get help and support. Recently, the eligibility expanded and now many more people are eligible for help under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; we've talked about it a few times. But we've had several people reach out to us wanting us to talk more about the RECA fund and how it works. For more on this, we turn to Mary Dickson, an award-winning writer, downwinder, and thyroid cancer survivor.

Utah's fight against adult sites continues this morning. Today, the State of Utah is announcing enforcement action for its age verification laws dealing with websites featuring adult content. It's a continuation of Senate Bill 73 from the last legislative session, which has spurred lawsuits from the adult film industry that claimed Utah's law was too vague and overreaching. To help break down the law and what the state's doing to enforce it without running against the federal judge's decision, Holly and Greg chat with State Senator Calvin Musselman -- who sponsored the original bill -- and Commissioner Margaret Busse with the Utah Department of Commerce.

It's the final countdown -- just four days to go until Election Day! If you've looked at your ballot this year, you probably noticed several third-party or unaffiliated candidates running for office. We've really focused on the top contenders in those races, which generally are the Republicans and the Democrats. But with a rising number of other candidates, it got us wondering about the motivation. We know that unaffiliated voter registration is up in the state... but we also know that loyalty to Republican candidates remains high statewide. So why a continued push for these other candidates?

Greg and Holly also break down new polling numbers that say a Democrat-controlled Congress is all but certain.

• Utah’s fight against gambling
• Utah homeowners losing their homeowners insurance at alarming rates
• Trick-or-Treating safety
• Meet the Candidate 2026: Rep. Mike Kennedy for Utah's 4th Congressional District
• Your Voice, Your Vote: Explaining Amendment A
• Election check-in: Drama in the Alaska senate race, Dems see new battleground states
• Deceived: KSL launches new podcast digging into the Daybell story
• Stiffer penalties, fines announced for teams that make expletive chats aimed at BYU during sporting events
• Study: Walk faster to live longer

How fast you walk could indicate how long you’ll live! Well, kind of. New research says that people who walk faster tend to live longer. Inside Sources wraps up today’s show with a discussion on a new health study reported in Healthline.

Chants and trash talk are all too common in sports games. But when the attacks turn personal — whether about someone’s race, ethnicity, or religion, it crosses a line. BYU’s sports teams have long been the targets of expletives yelled at them and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But it’s really amplified as the Cougars joined the Big 12 Conference. Now, following an incident at UCF last weekend, the Big 12 is cracking down in a big way. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper joins the conversation.

Just a few years ago, Tyler Ryan and JJ Vallow disappeared. They were later found murdered, and their mother and her husband were convicted. But during the investigation, it came out that these murders weren’t the beginning — the story had begun years before with now-deceased spouses of both Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell. This is the focus of a new podcast released by KSL today called Deceived: The Daybell Story. For insights into this podcast and what it covers, Greg and Holly speak with Nate Easton, news director of East Idaho News and the host of the new podcast.

The senate race in the country’s coldest state is heating up in some really interesting ways. This morning, the governor of Alaska order an investigation into claims of Democratic involvement in getting another Dan Sullivan on the ballot to run against the incumbent, Senator Dan Sullivan. A New York Times investigation now claims that Democratic challenger Mary Peltola’s team was involved in the scheme. Also, Democrats nationwide are now looking at new potential battleground states in the race for Senate, including Florida, South Carolina, and Mississippi.

In this segment, the Inside Sources hosts break down the less controversial of the two amendments on Utah’s ballots this election: Amendment A. This amendment changes the publication requirements for proposed constitutional amendments — removing a 60-day newspaper notice that is currently required per the state constitution. Greg and Holly explain the proposal and share insights on both sides of the issue.

As we get closer to Election Day, Inside Sources is interviewing candidates running in Utah's biggest races. In this edition of Meet the Candidate 2026, hosts Holly Richardson and Greg Skordas speak with the Republican candidate for Utah's 4th Congressional District, incumbent Representative Mike Kennedy. He answers questions about his campaign, his top priorities should he be re-elected, and why he thinks he's the one to continue giving CD-4 a voice in Congress.

Producer note: Democratic candidate Jonny Larsen was interviewed last week about his campaign. The full interview can be found on the KSL YouTube page. 

With just a few days left to go until Halloween, Greg and Holly talk about safety around trick-or-treating. And get this — the night after Halloween — from the 31st to November 1st — is when our clocks fall back for Daylight Saving. Will that affect anyone’s Halloween plans?

Utah homeowners are struggling to keep their homeowners insurance policies, often through no fault of their own. New data from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners says Utahns are losing their insurance coverage at a higher rate than homeowners in any other state. The KSL Investigates team dug into the numbers and spoke with the state insurance commissioner to find out why.

The fight between Utah and Kalshi has now turned criminal. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown filed criminal charges against the prediction market platform and some of its executives. It comes just days after the U.S. government and the FTC sued Utah to stop the state’s ban on Kalshi. At the same time, we’re reading that AG Brown’s political campaign took donations from the gambling industry, including some of Kalshi’s competitors. Does that complicate the existing suits?

Also, there’s a new warning from the CEO of Draft Kings about the dangers of online gambling — including sports betting — for our teenagers. Gambling might be illegal in the state of Utah, but that doesn’t mean we’re immune from the negative effects of gambling. For more on a conversation on teenage gambling addiction and how to avoid it, Greg and Holly turn to Gregory Noel, LMFT; he’s the co-founder and clinical director of In Solidarity Counseling.

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The rapper Jay-Z has picked himself to be the halftime act at next year's Super Bowl. What? His company, Roc Nation, serves in an advisory role for the NFL, and that company picked Jay-Z to headline the act.

You know what they say: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Several countries in Europe -- and Japan too -- are warning their citizens to be prepared for some pretty serious disasters. Among the things citizens are being asked to stock up on is food. We Utahns know this principle very well -- if you know, you know.

After waiting more than 50 years for answers, the family of a woman found killed in Summit County in 1974 finally has some answers. Investigators have announced the closure of the murder case for Melissa Ann Smith, saying notorious killer Ted Bundy was to blame for her disappearance and death. Bundy has often been linked to various cases around the country, but evidence suggests he didn't do everything he's credited for. Dave Cawley, KSL Podcasts executive producer and host of the COLD Podcast, joins Inside Sources with details on what makes this situation different.

A luxury three-year trip around the world has suddenly ended, leaving hundreds of senior passengers stranded in the Asian country of Cambodia. These people paid quite a pretty penny to live on this ship. Now, things have ended a year early, and many don't have a home to go back to; many sold their homes and planned to live on the cruise for years and years, something that was originally promised to them by the cruise company. But the company says oil prices just got too expensive to continue on.

Artificial intelligence could be coming to an emergency dispatch center near you. If you call the police or fire department non-emergency line in most of Salt Lake Valley, you might be greeted by AI beginning in December. With more on how this process works and the motivations behind it -- as well as how residents can get involved in the process -- Greg and Holly speak with Ivan Whitaker, the Executive Director/CEO of Salt Lake Valley Emergency Communications Center.

Many independent voters around the country have struggled with this question in the past, and they're struggling this election cycle too: "Do I vote for somebody who I think will vote and do things I agree with, but appears to be a terrible human being?" A new analysis from the Deseret News got us thinking about this today -- the role morality plays in our elections and overall politics. For more on this, the hosts turn to Deseret News politics reporter Brigham Tomco.

Former state representative Trevor Lee made his first appearance in court today as he fights charges of communications fraud, mortgage fraud, and forgery. Charges were filed several weeks ago against Lee, and he resigned from the state legislature immediately afterwards. Prosecutors say much of his alleged fraud came from a home purchase Lee made. The investigations began after prosecutors were asked to look into allegations of public corruption.

It's still too close to call -- still no declared winner in the Israeli prime minister race. Neither Benjamin Netanyahu nor his challenger in the opposition party has received enough votes to be named the clear winner. The votes are still being tallied right now, but it looks like neither candidate will have enough support to form their own government. For details on how the Israeli election is turning out and what the future holds depending on who wins, Greg and Holly turn to Middle East expert Dr. Austin Knuppe, Director of the Heravi Peace Institute at Utah State University. The Inside Sources hosts also discuss the fallout of the losing Brazilian presidential candidate fleeing to the U.S. and the aftereffects of a major election in the European country of Serbia.

The federal government is stepping in to try to stop Utah from banning Kalshi. The development comes just after Utah Attorney General Derek Brown sued the prediction market, saying their business is gambling and cannot operate in the state. Remember, our state constitution explicitly bans all forms of gambling. But the feds say Kalshi isn't gambling, so what's up with this? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the arguments and says this case could very well end up before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Hackers have targeted the Federal Elections Commission's system, disrupting campaign finance disclosures with less than a week to go until the election. As of this morning, the FEC's electronic filing system is still out of service. Inside Sources host Holly Richardson points out that this is a great reason why our elections shouldn't be centralized; it's much harder to hack more than 3,200 individual county systems from all over the country.

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• Your Voice, Your Vote: Breaking down Amendment B
• AAA Report: Utahns struggle to follow law instructing drivers to pull over for emergency vehicles
• Former FBI Director James Comey faces third set of charges from the Justice Department
• Ribbon-cutting held for final phase completion of new SLC Airport
• Lake Powell sees increased levels following heavy rain in Southern Utah
• Pumpkin carving is in full swing

With the Halloween countdown now on, Greg and Holly finish the show talking about pumpkin carving. They also share the story of the so-called "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers" from California and what makes his creations so unique.

Southern Utah has been pummeled by heavy rain over the last several days -- Southwestern Utah got hit hard last week, followed by Southeastern Utah over the weekend. The rain has resulted in some pretty bad flooding, but it's also helped the struggling Lake Powell. In just a few days, the reservoir has seen several additional feet added to its storage. KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson joins to explain just how much water the reservoir has received.