Inside Sources

• Spanish Fork city council approves code change that paves the way for data center construction
• Cache County community caught in the crossfire of police shooting; what recourse is there for the neighbors?
• It's finally the first day of fall! Let's talk about pumpkins and candy corn
• Six-week check-in for upcoming midterm elections
• Report: state of Utah could have done more to prevent deaths of three men with disabilities
• The House Call: Issues millennials face in buying homes
• Pres. Trump takes aim at Iran in UN speech; updates on the White House barring certain news outlets
• A Happy Family: How faith is passed down through families and how taking care of grandchildren can help older adults' minds
• I like 'em big… I like 'em chonky -- it’s Fat Bear Week!

Forget that springtime basketball bracket tradition -- Holly's favorite competition begins today. The hosts finish off the show discussing the chonky, chunky, curvaceous bears in Alaska that are stealing hearts across the globe.

What drives a person to continue in "the faith"? What really keeps a person believing in God or religion in general? New research says it all comes down to the family -- that's the central role in passing faith down to future generations. But we can get even more granular than that: fathers. Deseret News family reporter Lois Collins explains her latest article. The hosts then pivot to additional research showing that older adults who take care of grandchildren experience slower cognitive decline.

The economy and the future of the war with Iran were both on President Trump's mind this morning as he addressed the United Nations General Assembly. He hinted at a possible deal with the Middle East country, while also saying our economy is stronger than ever. Greg and Holly discuss some of the President's remarks before sharing their thoughts on the ongoing fight between the press and the White House.

More and more millennials in the state are becoming homeowners, but they're also finding themselves stuck in starter homes for a lot longer than previous generations. For this discussion, we're talking about the people born between 1980 and 1996. A new analysis of Census and labor data says there's been a sharp increase in millennial homeownership over the last 10 years or so, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows. Millennial homeowner and Inside Sources executive producer Andy Cupp gives his perspective on the situation.

A new report from the Disability Law Center (DLC) launches some pretty strong claims against the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, saying their lack of oversight and action played a role in the deaths of three men with disabilities earlier this year. Investigators say three men with disabilities were left alone in a running vehicle for hours last February, when their provider left them in his garage and went upstairs to eat and watch TV. While the legal process to determine fault plays out, DLC says the state should take a closer look at the alleged role it played in the tragedy.

There are just 42 days -- six weeks -- until the midterm elections. Already, some ballots for Utah voters are already on their way; a majority won't be sent out until the beginning of October. With the days counting down, Greg and Holly spend some time checking in on the election. What races are they watching? What ballot initiatives do voters need to know about? And where's all the money coming from for these races -- both locally and nationally? Political analyst and partner at Morgan & May Public Affairs, Taylor Morgan, joins to share his insights.

The rain this morning was the perfect introduction to fall; or, if you're more proper, autumn. For those of us who don't do well in the heat, fall is a welcome reprieve. On this first day of a new season, Holly and Greg talk about the pumpkin shortage here in Utah. Then they shift to something fun and controversial: candy corn. Yay or nay? Listen for their takes.

Over his 44 years working with the law, one of the things Greg's been privileged to do is help crime victims find support and healing. In fact, he serves on a judicial commission to address those kinds of things. But a recent KSL Investigation finds what could be a gap in victim care, and it's being brought to light due to a police shootout in Hyrum. More than a year later, people living in the neighborhood where the shooting took place are still dealing with property damage… and without much recourse. We get details on the investigation and Greg shares his thoughts.

After much debate, back-and-forth among the city council, and a lot of public feedback, it appears a plan to change city code in Spanish Fork -- which would allow a data center to be built -- will go ahead. The city council voted 3-2 last night to change part of city code dealing with data centers with onsite power generation facilities. But what does that mean? What happens next? And how do city leaders find balance between those vehemently opposed to data centers and those who welcome the opportunities? Spanish Fork Mayor Mike Mendenhall explains the development.

Utah's own Senator Curtis is making national headlines today over his push for Congress to subpoena members of both the Trump and Biden families. The Senator says he's seriously concerned about corruption and misuse of presidential family relationships. What's notable is that Senator Curtis isn't just concerned about Donald Trump Jr. and the lavish wedding after-party gift from a Russian oligarch, but also about Hunter Biden and his business dealings with Ukraine and China. Deseret News Congressional Correspondent Cami Mondeaux joins Inside Sources to break it all down.

• Tracking the aftermath of Friday's tornado in northern Utah
• Media outlets sue Trump Administration over decision to bar journalists from White House
• Kids and caffeine: Is there any acceptable amount?
• Ask the Attorney: Cedar City man sentenced for 1993 killing finally solved through DNA technology
• BYU-Colorado State University football game devolves into personal religious attacks
• International Day of Peace: How can we be peacemakers in our own lives
• Utah Firewatch: The effects of this year's fire season on Utah's recreation industry
• Should there be age limits for elected public officials?
• Another U.S. Supreme Court justice visits Utah
• 2026 Toy Hall of Fame finalists announced

Yahtzee, Bingo, Polly Pocket, and Tickle Me Elmo -- all toys and games that at one time were incredibly popular. Now, they have the chance to live on forever. Those games -- along with many others -- are on the short list for the National Toy Hall of Fame's Class of 2026.

Another U.S. Supreme Court justice is in Utah today -- the second one in just a few weeks. That feels pretty different! But what makes today's visit even more unique is why it's happening. Justice Samuel Alito is in town today to celebrate the recent appointment of one of the new justices on the Utah Supreme Court, Justice Jay Jorgensen.

It's not a new conversation, and it tends to come up anytime there's an election looming: age limits for elected officials. The recent return to Congress by Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell has refueled conversations about age limits. So how old is too old for public office? Does it even matter? Deseret News Opinion Editor Jay Evensen poses that question in a new piece; he joins us for a conversation.

We haven't talked much about the state's wildfires in several weeks, but that doesn't mean things are all quiet. In fact, some fires are still underway and some new ones sparked just this weekend. And between the ongoing fires and the more devastating fires from earlier this year, some of the recreation areas Utahns love to enjoy have seen damage. In this segment, Greg and Holly take a closer look at how the fires could affect Utah's recreation industry long into the future.

You've heard it said time and time again in pageants of all kinds: What matters to you most? Or, what do you wish for? And the answer is almost always "world peace." But is world peace actually attainable? Today is International Day of Peace, a day set aside to promote the idea of peace both on a large worldwide scale and in our own lives. Greg and Holly discuss personal peace before turning to Disagree Better CEO Marianne Viray to discuss peaceful political conversations.

Anytime there's a sports game, there's bound to be taunting -- it's just a thing that happens. But when those taunts and chants turn into personal attacks, that's not good. And that's what happened this weekend in a football game between BYU and Colorado State University. Parts of the crowd yelled expletives at the Cougars, a common derogatory phrase often directed at members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

DNA technology is amazing -- it's helping solve decades-old crimes, including here in Utah. Today, a Cedar City man was sentenced to 5 years to life for killing Theresa Morlock in 1993. James Wallace Peterson III was charged earlier this year for murder and aggravated sexual assault. Investigators were able to track him down after all this time... thanks to DNA. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas talks about the advancements in DNA technology over his 44 years as a lawyer.

When you feel a little sluggish during the workday, what do you usually do? If you're like most people, you probably head for an energy drink, a cup of coffee, or a good ol' Diet Coke. But should your kids do the same thing when they're feeling sluggish? Medical research would suggest otherwise. With kids back in school and several stories in the news looking at children and caffeine, Inside Sources gets some expert advice from Dr. Richard Ferguson, an emergency room doctor and President of the Black Physicians of Utah.

Is it a fight over the First Amendment or simply what a President is allowed to do? That's the heart of the issue right now involving the White House and three news outlets that are now barred from entering the White House and taking part in the President's press conferences. This morning, the outlets say they will sue the federal government over the bar. One of the big reasons people are concerned isn't that the President kicked them out, but that he did it because he didn't like their coverage, referring to them as "fake news." Greg and Holly discuss how the First Amendment may play into this whole situation.

Friday afternoon was quite eventful here at KSL as the station worked tirelessly to get out the latest information on a tornado warning affecting parts of northern Utah. Our very own KSL weather team sprang into action and cut into scheduled programming to provide updates as the storm progressed. Shortly thereafter, the National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado did touch down. Over the weekend, KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson actually hiked up to see the damage himself. He joins Greg and Holly to explain what he saw and why weather folks were so excited about this storm.

Our lives have become so dependent on internet access that when we lose it, we often don't know what to do. That's been the ongoing situation in Eagle Mountain over the last several days, as much of the city has been without internet. The internet service provider "Direct Communications" says it appears a cyberattack was to blame. Beginning on Friday, the company says it started to experience unusually high internet traffic that's usually found in a specific kind of attack known as "distributed denial of service." But while the company works to get things back up and running, Eagle Mountain residents sit without answers or a timeline.

Greg and Holly finish off the week by chatting about the big movie of the week. They're joined by KSL Movie Show hosts Andy Farnsworth and Val Cameron, who give a little preview of this week's top movie: The Weight. They also discuss their answers to the big movie question of the week: What movie character death affected you the most?

Well, here's something for you… When the Godfather speaks, you listen. And when it's the Godfather of AI, you'd better pay attention! We found a rather interesting article that fits our ongoing AI conversations, and it involves the so-called Godfather of AI, Geoffrey Hinton. He says the earlier warnings from researchers last week -- that A-I could take over within the decade -- are too long. Instead, he says rogue AI agents could take over the entire internet within the next six to 12 months. Yikes!

A new report from the Utah Women & Leadership Project highlights a declining trend in suicide around the state -- very good news after years of increasing rates. Jared Hawkins, assistant professor at Utah State University, licensed marriage and family therapist, and co-author of the report, joins Inside Sources to talk about the differences in trends depending on demographics, as well as what we can all do to help drive our suicide numbers even lower.

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or finds yourself in a crisis, there is free, confidential support available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All you have to do is call or text 988.

A few years ago... the state legislature passed a law banning certain foreign entities from owning land in Utah. That law meant that a Chinese-owned company was forced to sell the Utah Motorsports Campus in Tooele County. Today, the campus is unveiling its new name and plan for the future. Greg and Holly talk a bit about the law and why it was such a big deal when it passed.

As we finish off the week, Holly wanted to spend a few minutes talking about some cute animal stories in the news. They start by discussing the positive updates on a K-9 officer from Park City who was injured earlier this week. Bruno broke two legs and his jaw, but his surgery went well, and he's now been released from the pet hospital. Then, at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, there are new otters who need names, and they need your help to pick them. And finally, researchers have identified a new cat species in South America -- for the first time in 100 years.

A lawsuit from several authors against the state of Utah will be allowed to move forward after all. This week, a federal judge said the authors have standing to sue the state over the book ban law that recently went into effect. The state had tried to get the lawsuit dismissed, basically saying that there's no constitutional right to have certain books in public libraries. In this edition of Ask the Attorney, KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the lawsuit and what the judge had to say about it.

The wild weather we've had this morning has let up, but anytime we get some good moisture, our minds go to the Great Salt Lake. As we've reported many times before, the lake faces a really challenging and potentially deadly future. Yesterday, journalists got to tour the lake with state leaders. KSL digital politics reporter Bridger Beal-Cvetko joined them, and he joins Inside Sources to chat more about what he saw and what state leaders are saying about their plans to save the lake.

Much of the Wasatch Front got pummeled with rain this morning, causing delays and crashes on the highways due to standing water. Outside of KSL Broadcast House, the dark grey clouds made the sky look pretty darn menacing. Some school districts saw bus delays due to the weather, and people living in Wasatch County saw massive hail last night too. KSL NewsRadio's Cormick Bone joins Greg and Holly from the KSL Traffic Center with the latest on emergency traffic. Inside Sources also gets an updated forecast for the rest of the day and the weekend.

• On the Move: Californians Continue to Flock to Utah
• New Supportive Permanent Housing Opens to Help People Experiencing Homelessness
• After 239 Years, How Relevant Is the U.S. Constitution Today?
• Doxxing, a "Celebration" of a Deadly Anniversary, and the University of Utah
• The Space Race Heats Up Again… With Weapons in Space
• Utah Cattle Ranchers Concerned About So-Called "Mystery Meat" Making Its Way Onto Grocery Store Shelves
• Judge Judy Prepares to Leave the Bench

After thirty years of gracing daytime television with her attitude and wit, Judge Judy is hanging up her signature black gown and banging her gavel one final time. That's right; Judge Judy says it's time to take a step back from being on-screen. After that chat, Greg and Holly finish the show with Holly's fun facts and Greg's closing argument.

Do you know where your food comes from? It's an honest question, and it's a point of concern among American food producers. A recent op-ed in the New York Times highlights concerns with the Trump administration's plans to allow foreign meat onto our store shelves. The goal is to bring down the high prices of meat, especially the really high price of beef. But the move has cattle ranchers across the U.S. -- and in Utah -- concerned. In this chat, the Inside Sources hosts speak with Korey Wright, owner and operator, and Bart Mills, Chief Marketing Officer at Bar W Ranch in Nephi.

Well, here's something you might find a little reminiscent of the Cold War: weapons in space. This week, we learned that the United States has deployed weapons into space and will use them to defend American forces here on Earth and in space. Now, one of the Trump administration's top military advisors says the military needs to adapt and prepare now for future conflicts in space.

There's a really interesting situation that's been playing out at the University of Utah over the last few days. It's blown up on social media and it's brought to light this concept of "doxxing." If you're not familiar with that term, it's the act of publishing private or personal details about someone online without their permission. And it's coming up thanks to an incident around the anniversary of Charlie Kirk's death. It's a bit complicated, so Greg and Holly try and break it down so it makes sense.

To learn more about this story, check out the article by Brigham Tomco at the Deseret News.

If you missed President Dallin H. Oaks speaking about the Constitution, you sure missed out! The President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints -- who also served on the Utah Supreme Court -- spoke last night from the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. He spoke about the importance of the Constitution and why he believes it's a divinely inspired document. With today being Constitution Day, Inside Sources spends a special hour on this important document.

Besides Greg and Holly discussing President Oaks' comments, they're also joined by some guests to discuss the relevance of the Constitution in our day-to-day lives.

• Dr. Matthew Brogdon, Senior Director of the Center for Constitutional Studies at Utah Valley University, joins with his thoughts on why the Constitution is still applicable in 2026
• Benji McMurray, Senior Litigator at the Utah Federal Defender Office, discusses the importance of the "presumption" of innocence and the potential constitutionality or unconstitutionality of Flock cameras

Solving the issue of homelessness isn't a "one-size-fits-all" kind of thing -- it's going to take a lot of different approaches and it's going to take all of us working together. Today in Salt Lake City, a new complex is opening, offering permanent supportive housing for people who are homeless. And the cool thing about this facility is that it focuses on helping those with serious mental illnesses. With more on the purposes and mission of the KWB Apartments, Greg and Holly chat with Jared Ferguson, director of housing and mental health services at First Step House.

A lot of Utahns love to bash on Californians -- it's a whole thing. In fact, people living across the West generally tend to complain about Californians. But that doesn't stop people from the Golden State from moving to new states. And Utah's not immune; that's for sure. New data from the Utah State Tax Commission paints a clearer picture of just how many Californians have moved to Utah since 2020.

"Let us have this tool." That's what Utah law enforcement officers told state lawmakers about the automatic license plate reader cameras commonly known as Flock cameras. During this week's legislative interim session, lawmakers expressed skepticism about the cameras and the data they collect. But law enforcement officers who testified on Utah's Capitol Hill say the cameras are important for conducting investigations and solving crimes. Greg and Holly discuss both sides of the issue, then discuss harassment that some government officials in Utah are facing because of the cameras.

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

This morning, we watched a guy run around the block here at Triad Center. Apparently, he's running a marathon! We didn't fully understand the why behind his run, but it got us thinking about alternative modes of transportation. And you're in luck! If you're not into running and you're not into breaking the bank to fill your car with gas right now, you can ride UTA for free this weekend. Greg and Holly explain why.

A few years ago, Holly had a unique and somber opportunity to visit some of the concentration camps in Europe. She remembers the feeling of sadness and heaviness in what could be described today as a peaceful location. On the heels of a Holocaust survivor visiting Utah and talking about her experience at Auschwitz, Holly recounts her own experiences visiting the places and why she gets so upset when people tried to dismiss the Holocaust as a hoax.

On this segment of Inside Sources, Holly wants to have a conversation about jokes -- what's actually appropriate for a joke. We hear all the time that people are just too sensitive and get offended by everything nowadays, but is that actually the case? There's an interesting situation involving jokes and AI that's in the news today, and it really highlights the issues with certain kinds of "humor." The quarterback for the Texas Longhorns is apologizing to ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe after his comments earlier this week about an AI video. The hosts discuss the situation and share their own thoughts on the line between a joke and straight-up offense.

Remember how a bunch of AI CEOs called for Congress to implement safeguards and for the industry to slow down a bit last weekend? Well already, just a few days later, one CEO is changing his tune. The CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, now says we should trust AI firms to do what's right. He says it's okay to be afraid, but we should let the professional do their jobs. His comments come amid yet another poll, however, showing more and more Americans are worried about AI destroying humanity. Sounds great, right?

Housing prices have gone up and up and up. Mortgage rates have also followed, and will probably continue to go up after today's Federal Reserve announcement. Amid all of that is a bit of doom and gloom for young people wondering how they'll ever be able to afford a home. So what can we -- the "older" adults -- do to help our children and grandchildren afford a home... so an entire generation doesn't lose the opportunity to build wealth through homeownership?  For more on that, Greg and Holly turn to Russell Faucette, owner of The Stern Team and co-founder of Omada Real Estate.

The Kennedy Center for the performing arts is now closed. The board of Trump appointees voted to close the prized facility immediately, and now the President says he won't renovate the building unless they add his name to the center. But here's the thing… Congress would have to approve that change -- several federal judges have confirmed that very fact. Congress also has to approve any and all additions to the center, which was created as a monument to President John F. Kennedy. So if Congress appropriated the money and has not approved a name change for the center, how will the renovations take place? Can the President legally stop this kind of thing?

For 239 years, our country has largely relied on one major document to guide our politics: the Constitution. Tomorrow, we celebrate this document -- which really helped shape democracy not only for us here in the U.S., but also for countries around the world. Tonight, President Dallin H. Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be the keynote speaker at a conference focused on the importance of the Constitution and its relationship with faith. If you didn't know, President Oaks served as a Utah Supreme Court justice before his church service began, so he is well versed in the Constitution. Ahead of his comments, Greg and Holly speak with Paul Edwards, Director of the Wheatley Institute at Brigham Young University about the Constitution. The hosts then share their own thoughts on the importance of this document and why they love, cherish, and hold it in such high esteem.

Another day... another vote. For the third time since the conflict began, the U.S. House has voted to end the ongoing war in Iran. The vote to pass a war powers resolution passed, but it's unlikely to do anything. Many members of Congress and the public at large refer to this conflict as a war, which would require congressional approval. But the Trump Administration continues to call it a military operation -- not a war -- and uses this to justify doing what they want without Congress. So does it just come down to semantics? Greg and Holly speak with Ryan Vogel, the Founding Director of the Center for National Security at Utah Valley University to get his perspective on the conflict. They also discuss the ongoing costs of the war on Americans' pocketbooks.

The midterms are less than two months away and now, we're getting a closer look at the security and effectiveness of the elections here in Utah. Yesterday, the legislature unveiled an audit looking at the way changes are implemented with elections across the state. Overall, the report says Utah's elections are in a good place and the Lieutenant Governor's Office handles things well. But it did find a few places for improvement, including better tracking and enforcement of changes with each of Utah's 29 county clerks. Greg and Holly discuss.

There appears to be an impending lawsuit on the horizon between the family of Charlie Kirk, the state of Utah, UVU, and various other named and unnamed people involved in the event where Kirk was shot and killed. On September 9th, his family filed a "notice for claim" against the state saying they should have done more to protect Charlie last September. This development isn't completely unexpected and will move forward separately from the criminal case against accused killer Tyler Robinson. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the "notice for claim" and answers co-host Holly Richardon's questions.

• Two Utah Supreme Court judicial nominees move ahead
• Will Congress add safeguards to artificial intelligence?
• Lawmakers call for Lindsay Clancy to face public execution
• Utah ranks in top 10 for ICE arrests; deplorable conditions at "Alligator Alcatraz" revealed
• Utah kids get hands-on opportunity to experience science used every day by DHHS
• Teenager in New York suspended for bringing a coffee cup to class
• Mmmm... Wastewater
• Survivors of deadly flooding in Grand Canyon share their story
• 100 Days to Christmas: Santa's mailbox is now open!

Time to start licking those envelopes and sticking the stamps -- Santa's mailbox is now open for the holidays. And the timing is great, especially since there are now 100 days until Christmas. Holly's so excited for these developments; Greg feels a bit "bah humbug" about the whole thing. Either way, better get your letters written and sent in soon so Santa has plenty of time to fulfill your Christmas wishes.

Another set of human remains have been discovered in the Grand Canyon. Officials are doing testing to confirm the identity, but a lot of signs indicate that it could be the last person missing after devastating floods in the area last month. While officials work to confirm the identity, people who survived the floods are dealing with a form of "survivor's guilt" -- that they made it out even though several others did not. The Deseret News' Leah Bowers spoke with several of these survivors and joins Greg and Holly to share their stories.

In an drought-stricken state like Utah, we all have to look for ways to conserve water. Many places around the state use reclaimed wastewater for irrigation and things like that. But what about drinking the reclaimed water? In La Verkin, you'll soon get the chance to taste wastewater that's been turned into clean drinking water.

Sometimes you read a headline and it makes you scratch your head. Here's one we saw this morning: New York high-school senior suspended for bringing coffee cup to class. The school district recently implemented some new rules to keep students from bringing drugs to school through drinks and food. The teen and her mother told local media that it was a deliberate act of civil disobedience meant to protest what the family claims was an illegally adopted school policy. Do you think the punishment fits the crime?

You ready to talk about some science? Before he turned to the dark side -- the law -- our own Greg Skordas studied engineering and science. Both of those topics still thrill him today, so he was more than excited to welcome Jeffrey Eason, Director of the Office of Communicable Diseases with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services into the studio to talk about tomorrow's Kids in Science Day. Eason explains what kids can expect and how they can get involved in some real-life science experiments and fun.

Despite the complaints Holly's gotten in the past for her views on immigration, she's standing by them: she believes the human should come first before the alleged crime. So the news that Utah ranks among the top 10 states for the rate of ICE arrests really bothers her. What's more, a new report from the Department of Homeland Security's inspector general found that some detainees in Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" faces inhumane conditions. She and Greg discuss both immigration-related stories.

Despite her innocence -- she has not been proven guilty in a court of law -- federal lawmakers are calling for the public execution of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts woman charged with killing her three children. She claims she did so while experiencing postpartum psychosis, and a jury failed to unanimously convict her of anything several weeks ago. Holly gives her hot takes on lawmakers calling for the death of an innocent person.

Some of the AI industry's biggest leaders have been calling on Congress to add more safeguards around artificial intelligence and now, Utah's governor is echoing those calls. Yesterday, Governor Cox posted a letter on X asking for Congress to create a national framework to establish rules, regulations, and safeguards for AI. Commissioner of the Utah Department of Commerce Margaret Busse help craft the message; she joins us to explain what the governor really wants. Deseret News congressional correspondent Cami Mondeaux also joins Inside Sources to give insights into whether or not Congress has an appetite to take up the issue before the midterms.

The past couple of years have highlighted some rather tense relations between the state legislature and the Utah Supreme Court; for example, redistricting, abortion access, and expanding the state's high court. Those tensions were definitely on legislator's minds yesterday as a Senate confirmation committee interviewed two men the Governor hopes to put on the bench. Greg and Holly discuss how these two nominees may change the relationship between the legislature and the judiciary.

"That sound you hear is the collective sigh of relief from election officials." That's how Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson reacted to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to block President Trump's order restricting mail-in voting before the midterms. The President isn't happy about the decision, slamming the justices this morning on social media. What does the court's order mean? Will our elections go ahead as previously planned? Utah Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson joins the show to explain. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas also discusses the future court battles that could follow mail-in voting in the years to come.

• Back to the future: So. Utah business offers VHS rentals
• Diesel prices hit record high -- what are people doing to save money?
• Interest rates may go up again as the Fed tries to fight stubborn inflation
• President Trump's restrictions on mail-in voting continue to face judicial pushback
• Hope for people waiting for organ transplants: pigs
• State of farming, ranching in Utah
• Ask the Attorney: man accused of killing three women in Wayne County to appear in court
• The Detour: Man returns century-old magazine to library without having to pay multi-thousand-dollar late fee

What's the biggest library late fee you've ever paid? Or maybe you didn't pay… but how big was the charge? How about $12,000? One man back East had that fee for a 132-year-old overdue magazine. But here's the kicker: he won't have to pay the fee after all!

This was such a sad, crazy story when it broke last March -- three women killed in Wayne County. Their money and cars were stolen in the process. Prosecutors say Ivan Miller killed the three in an attempt to get home to Iowa. It appears to be a completely random thing, but that doesn't make it any easier to process. Miller's due in court today, so Inside Sources takes the chance to ask KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas about the case.

A lackluster winter, a weird spring, and a hot, dry summer -- all things that make farming and ranching here in Utah and across the West more challenging than normal. Mixed with a difficult economy, international tariffs, and challenges with herd sizes, our farmers and ranchers have sure had an uphill battle. So with all that in mind, we focus on how agriculture has been dealing with some really intense challenges. The show is first joined by Kaid Panek, brand ambassador for the American Cattlemen and former state vice president of the Utah FFA. The hosts then shift specifically to farming and are joined by Ron Stratford, President of the Utah Farmers Union.

Isn't science amazing? There's a constant shortage of organs for transplants in the country, but our animal friends may be able to help. The Deseret News reports that a man lived without dialysis for 271 days thanks to a pig kidney. With more on how this kind of thing works and what it could mean for transplants of all kinds, Greg and Holly are joined in the studio by Deseret News reporter Lois Collins.

Yet another knock against President Trump's attempts to restrict mail-in voting -- this morning, a second federal judge blocked the administration from implementing new rules for the U.S. Postal Service to tighten mail-in voting requirements. At the same time, our Lieutenant Governor continues to face investigations and pushback from the Department of Justice over voter information privacy. Governor Cox is now defending the state's chief election officer and vote-by-mail in the state; the hosts explain.

The Federal Reserve may have to raise interest rates this week at its regular meeting, and it's thanks to stubbornly high inflation. But interest rates are already higher than many would like, and wasn't the whole goal of President Trump appointing a new Fed chair so that he could lower interest rates? With more on why inflation continues to stay high and why the Fed must rely on its formulas to make interest rate decisions, Inside Sources is joined by Zions Bank Senior Economist Robert Spendlove.

Over the weekend, nationwide diesel prices hit an all-time high when they surpassed the $ 6-a-gallon mark. There's been a lot of finger-pointing over who's at fault for the high prices, but regardless, it's going to hurt our wallets. Even if you don't drive a diesel truck, most of the food and goods shipped around the U.S. rely on diesel to get to their destination. And that means higher prices will continue to trickle down. The hosts discuss the reasons for the high diesel prices right now and hear from listeners on what they're doing to save a buck here and there.

Grab your leggings and your shoulder pads, tease your hair or go get a perm, and head down to your local video store for a true blast from the past! The 80s are calling, and they want you to spend your Friday nights like you used to: picking up a good old VHS for your weekend relaxation. With all the talk of expanding tech and AI, wouldn't it be nice to use some old-fashioned tech for your entertainment? Greg and Holly discuss a video store in Southern Utah that's trying to head back to a totally tubular past.

This morning, President Trump shared that he doesn't think guardrails or controls are needed to better protect people from the dangers of artificial intelligence. In fact, he said there needs to be less regulation so the AI industry in the U.S. can grow and win the "AI race" against China. His comments came after several industry leaders said we need to slow down AI development and introduce more safeguards. The comments from those leaders have many asking why they can't police themselves in the first place, and why they need the government to do it. For more on whether the industry could enforce rules themselves and what that would look like, Greg and Holly are joined by Cinco AI founder Tim Kapp, who's an AI builder, professor, and economist.

• Utah leaders remember 9/11
• The impact of 9/11 on America's Muslim community
• Operation Yellow Ribbon: A bright light amid one of America's darkest days

Amid the chaos and darkness that fell upon our country 25 years ago today, there was a little glimmer of light coming from our neighbors in the north. Shortly after the attacks began, the FAA closed American airspace for the first time ever. Suddenly, planes across the country were ordered to land... immediately.  With thousands of planes in the air -- flying to the U.S. from overseas destinations -- it meant two options: turn back or find another place to land. Inside Sources Executive Producer Andy Cupp joins to share more on how a small town in Newfoundland, Canada, stepped in to help thousands of Americans, many of whom were experiencing the worst day of their lives.

In the aftermath of 9/11, the country's Muslim community faced an increase in attacks. Even those who had nothing to do with what happened that day faced harassment, abuse, and danger. It's important to us to cover that part of the story too -- this group of Americans experienced something so terrible that this is their story too. For more on that perspective, Greg and Holly speak with Imam Shuaib Din of the Utah Islamic Center.

As we remember and honor what happened on 9/11, state leaders here are also memorializing the day. Greg and Holly take our listeners to the rotunda of the Utah State Capitol, where Governor Spencer Cox shares a special message on this somber anniversary.

Today, the nation and the world pause to remember the tragic, terror-filled day of 25 years ago. On September 11th, 2001, our very sense of peace and security came under attack. In the process, thousands died in planes, in office buildings, and in government installations. Many of those people were first responders and volunteers desperately trying to help save as many lives as possible. This morning, bells tolled at the sites of the attacks to honor those killed. Names of the 2,977 killed that day were also read aloud. In this special edition of Inside Sources, Greg and Holly take some time to reflect on what happened, how we've changed as a country in the process, and how people across the country are working to make sure we truly never forget. The hosts are joined by several guests in the process:

• KSL NewsRadio host Jeff Caplan was in New York City that morning and joins to share what happened as he broadcast over the airwaves during the attacks
• Jennie Taylor, founder of the Major Brent Taylor Foundation, joins to speak on how Utahns honor the day through The 9/11 Project
• Hilary Reiter Azzaretti with 9/11 Day explains how people in Utah and around the world are coming together to create a day of service on the anniversary

• DOJ confirms investigation into Utah's chief elections officer
• Is artificial intelligence really out to eliminate the human race?
• Charlie Kirk: One year later
• How to tone down the rhetoric and have appropriate political conversations and discussions
• Physical and mental healing still underway… 25 years after terror attacks on 9/11
• Supreme Court justice makes surprise appearance at Utah school

Thousands of students in the Jordan School District got what Greg and Holly consider to be a really special treat: a surprise visit from a U.S. Supreme Court justice! Justice Sonia Sotomayor stopped by to share her experiences while also encouraging the young students to follow their dreams. The Inside Sources host describe what led up to this surprise drop-in and how students reacting to meeting a member of the country's highest court.

People in New York City 25 years ago describe September 11, 2001 as starting off like any other normal day. The big thing many people describe was just how beautiful, clear, and calm the day was. But that peaceful nature was shattered mid-morning by terror. The effects of that tragic day have been felt far and wide. For those of us who weren't there, it was more of a mental thing -- a complete collapse of our peace and security. For people near the World Trade Centers and the Pentagon -- where three of the attacks took place -- the effects haven't just been mental: they've been physical too. Greg and Holly discuss the ongoing health challenges affecting people who were there, including first responders and children.

As we discuss the murder of Charlie Kirk and the terror attacks of 9/11 -- the 25th anniversary is tomorrow -- we broaden out the conversation to having appropriate political disagreements. We're never going to always agree -- it's not possible. But the important thing is how we have those political disagreements. For more, the hosts speak with Former Governor Gary Herbert, who says it's okay to admit when we're wrong. Deseret News editor Sarah Jane Weaver also joins the conversation with more on the importance of listening and maintaining our humanity, even when times are difficult.

Thousands of people witnessed the terrible, murderous attack one year ago today at Utah Valley University: the shooting and murder of political influencer Charlie Kirk. He was killed in what's believed to be a targeted attack due to his political views. His supporters were left devastated and angry. Those who witnessed the killing at UVU were also left with emotional scars. And a year later, the pain is still real for thousands of people. In this special hour of Inside Sources, hosts Greg Skordas and Holly Richardson take a look back at that day, how it affected the people involved, and how our political conversations have changed over the last year. They're joined by:

• Emma Pitts, Deseret News reporter who was on the scene when Kirk was shot
• Rob Axson, Chair of the Utah Republican Party and supporter of Kirk's message
• Gracie Graham, executive news director of The UVU Review and current student at Utah Valley University

"I'm sorry, Dave. I can't do that." If you know… you know. That famous line from 2001: A Space Odyssey struck fear into the hearts of many when the movie came out -- that robots and AI could make decisions that would ultimately harm or kill a human. Well, Hollywood may become a reality after all. This week, we heard some pretty startling news: artificial intelligence has a more than 10% chance of killing all humans. Yikes. But is it true? We bring in our resident tech expert Brandon Amacher, Director of the Emerging Tech Policy Lab at Utah Valley University for more insights.

We've known Utah's Lieutenant Governor has been in the crosshairs of the U.S. Department of Justice for a while now over her refusal to hand over private voter information. But overnight, we learned that Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson is under an official investigation. What makes the story more interesting… is that the L.G. also just found out that she's under investigation. It's the latest attack on Utah's electoral system and chief elections officer, all because she's following the law as it relates to voter information.

President Trump is rallying his base and hoping to appeal to more Americans ahead of the midterm elections by promising a $5,000 check to each American. The check would only come if Republicans maintain control over Congress. The announcement got quite a rise from folks attending the special GOP convention in Texas last night. But today, the promise has caused a lot of concern and heartburn from both sides of the aisle. Is it a false promise? A case of bribery? Greg and Holly share their thoughts and break down the legality of this kind of thing.

Topics we will cover on this episode of KSL Inside Sources include:

• • Top baseball insider says Salt Lake City is best positioned for next MLB expansion
  • Special Republican Party convention kicks off in Texas
  • The Church of Jesus Christ makes major donation towards maternal, newborn health in Middle East
  • House Call: Salt Lake City apartments are sweetening the deal for new leases
  • House Call: Salt Lake City discusses proposal to allow more homes built on single lots
  • House Call: New report updates status of housing in Utah
  • Data Center Debate: Lack of transparency claims surround center in Juab County
  • Drama and controversy abounds in lead-up to 25th anniversary of 9/11
  • Ask the Attorney: Utah mom living in Virginia now has criminal record due to free-range parenting
  • New kinds of Girl Scout cookies announced, including one for Fido

If you're like most people, you probably hate it when random people knock on your door. But when it's the Girl Scouts selling cookies? Oh, that's MORE THAN OKAY! Ahead of a new Girl Scout cookie season, the Girl Scouts of America have revealed two new flavors, including one for your pooch.

Here's a question for you parents out there: at what age would you feel comfortable letting your kids go places without a parent? A Utah woman who now lives in Virginia has found herself in a sticky situation -- complete with a criminal record -- because she allowed her 5-year-old to walk to a neighborhood pond by herself. The situation has reignited a conversation on free-range parenting; KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas answers several of Holly's legal questions on the incident.

In just a few days, the country will come together to pause and remember the devastation, fear, and chaos of the terror attacks on September 11, 2001. Ahead of the 25th anniversary, there's been a bit of drama and controversy surrounding hidden reports and the religious affiliation of New York City's mayor. The hosts discuss some of the issues facing the memorial events and previews a special edition of Inside Sources on Friday.

Another week… another data center. People in Juab County are largely frustrated with their own local leaders over a data center many claim they knew nothing about until construction started. The county held a meeting yesterday that turned quite fiery at times. KSL was there in the room, but the KSL Investigators have been doing some extra research. KSL Investigator Daniella Rivera dug into the docs to find out how this timeline all worked out and why people living near the facility didn't know anything about it until recently. She joins Greg and Holly with more.

Housing affordability seems to be improving… albeit just slightly. But even with that, many would-be homebuyers are simply facing the hurdle of high costs in the market. That's according to the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute's brand new State of the State's Housing Market report. So what is the state of Utah's housing landscape right now? We get details on this new report from Dejan Eskic, a Senior Research Fellow at the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.

It's a battle over housing in Utah's capital city. Granted, it's an issue all over the state and it's not super new -- you've heard us talk about the housing crisis time and time again. But in Salt Lake City, a proposal to expand housing options -- partly by opening up options for more houses on a single lot -- has drawn some really strong feelings. Ahead of a city planning commission meeting tonight, the hosts dig into the proposal, what it entails, and why people on both sides feel so passionately about it. Greg shares some of his feelings against the plans, while Founding Executive Director of Wasatch Advocates for Livable Communities Turner Bitton joins to share why he supports the plans.

If you're in the market for a new apartment, you might be in a really good position to get a lot of free stuff. Whether it's several months of free rent or thousands of dollars in gift cards -- apartments are offering some banging deals right now. And while that may sound like a scam, it actually appears to be pretty legit. Greg and Holly give a sample of some of the cool things folks can get from leasing a new apartment.

As maternal and newborn health faces immense struggles in parts of the world, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is donating $1.2 million to help improve health for those people in Pakistan. Church News reporter Aimee Cobabe joins the show to explain the donation to UNICEF and what else the Church is doing to help those in need.

Fight for control of Congress has become quite the hot point for this year's midterms. Between pushes to change mail-in voting and redrawing congressional districts across the country, there's a big push from Republicans to maintain control of both the House and the Senate. And with a rare midterm convention kicking off today for the Republicans, it's bound to be a major topic of discussion. NewsNation National Correspondent Xavier Walton joins Inside Sources from the floor of the convention in Texas with a preview.

The chances a pipe organ could play "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" for a Major League Baseball team in Utah are getting better and better. That's according to a top baseball insider for ESPN. With a lot of things already set up or being built for a new baseball team in Salt Lake City, ESPN reporter Jeff Passan says we're at the top of the field for six cities being considered for MLB expansion. KSL Sports anchor Jeremiah Jensen joins to share more on why Salt Lake City looks so good for a new major league baseball team.

The developer behind a massive data center near Delta says he has the tech needed to turn natural gas into water. The tech is being patented right now and still needs to be confirmed by researchers at the University of Utah. But it brings up an interesting situation -- if data centers can actually create water rather than just use it, would it spur state lawmakers to further support data centers? And would it make up for all of the other issues with data centers that people across the nation have been complaining about? For clarification on this process and to get his thoughts, Greg and Holly turn to Ray Conley, CEO of Creekstone Energy.

• Football, fun, and fall foliage
• Ask the Attorney: What happens next with Lindsay Clancy?
• Oh, Canada: 50% counter-tariffs go into effect today
• Healthy Mind Matters: 9-8-8 Day and men's mental health
• Are Republicans changing their tune about raising taxes?
• Pres. Trump pushes to rename New Mexico; U.S. votes against new world map
• Provo city leaders push for residents to give amphitheater a chance
• Help Wanted: International ice cream taste tester

When you were a kid, what did you want to be? A lawyer, a teacher, maybe a radio host? We bet not many of you thought about becoming an ice cream taste tester. Well, you're in luck: that job will soon be available! For three months, you can tour the world and promote Snoop Dogg's new line of ice cream. And in case you need a little more incentive, here's the cherry on top: $30,000 for three months of work. Sign us up!