Inside Sources

• Son of man who spent years on Utah's death row speaks out

• Canada announces retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. while Pres. Trump threatens to rename Lake Ontario

• Economy, jobs top list of concerns from Utah voters heading into the midterms

• State of Utah prepares to release new report on teenage suicide

• Remembering the attacks on September 11th through service

• Nevada sues over new water usage plan for the Colorado River

• New Utah school district already looking at possibly closing schools

• Could the state expand its Lemon Laws?
• Baby bear prompts warnings in Sanpete County

One baby bear must have been on the search for more than the bare necessities when he wound up near two schools in Sanpete County. It happened yesterday near Mt. Pleasant Elementary and North Sanpete High School. Those schools were placed on a secure status while officials looked for mama bear. They didn't find the mama bear, but the baby bear certainly is cute.

Do lemon cars have you feeling sour? You're certainly not alone! Utah has a Lemon Law to help with these kinds of cars -- cars that generally have persistent safety, value, or utility issues. The law here only applies to new cars, not used cars. But maybe that could change? Holly and Greg talk about calls from the head of Utah's consumer protection division to expand the Lemon Law to used vehicles.

The school year that just started is the final school year for the Alpine School District in Utah County. We spoke with the superintendent of that district last week, and he told us about some of the plans the district is working on before the split into three districts next year. Now, we're learning about a study that could result in the closure of several schools within one of those new districts: the Timpanogos District. This one covers Orem, Pleasant Grove, Lindon, and Vineyard. Ahead of a public meeting tomorrow night about the study, Holly and Greg chat with Tyler Vigue, Director of Communications for the Timpanogos School District.

And the lawsuits begin! Nevada -- a lower Colorado River basin state -- is now suing the Trump Administration over its plans for the future of the river. The state says they do not want to cut its water usage. In fact, they say they can't. Their suit has some pretty stark reactions from Utah state leaders, with Speaker Mike Schultz saying the lawsuit makes a difficult situation even more difficult.

Transforming pain and tragedy into something uplifting and positive—that's the goal of a national movement toward a day of service on September 11th. This nationwide service project is coming to Utah next month, hoping to inspire Utahns to spend the day helping their neighbors and their communities. Andrea Sorkin, VP of National Programs at 9/11 Day, explains how listeners can get involved in the movement.

It can be a touchy or taboo topic, but it's important: youth suicide. The state of Utah is preparing to release a new report detailing the trends, causes, and signs of teenage suicide in our state. The Department of Health and Human Services takes a closer look at social connections and family treatment -- plus mental health -- to see how all of these things affect youth suicide rates. Dr. Michael Staley, Suicide Prevention Research Coordinator for the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner, previews the report with Greg and Holly.

As we move to the midterms, what's your top issue? As you look to cast your ballot, what's the biggest thing driving your vote? Brand new data out from the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics finds that the economy and jobs are the top issue for Utah voters. For more on the poll and what candidates should take from it as we move towards Election Day, Greg and Holly get more information from the editor of the Deseret News, Sarah Jane Weaver.

This morning, President Trump says he is seriously considering renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America. Why? Because we're in this trade war with our neighbors to the north. Just this morning, Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of American goods, including dairy, steel, appliances, and farming equipment. So what does this mean for you and your wallet -- what things are going to go up in price? Inside Sources digs into it in this segment.

A man who spent decades on Utah's death row and is now facing a new trial for aggravated murder is expected to learn more about his potential future tomorrow. Douglas Carter was convicted of murdering Eva Olesen in 1985. But new information -- plus misconduct by police and prosecutors during his original trial -- resulted in his conviction and death sentence being overturned by the Utah Supreme Court.

As attorneys prepare for a new trial, Carter's biological son is speaking publicly for the first time about this whole process and experience, and how learning who his father was at 18 has dictated much of his adult life. KSL spoke exclusively with Tyler Anger and his wife, Melissa, about the experience. KSL Podcasts executive producer Amy Donaldson has been covering this story; she joins Greg and Holly with more on the Angers' experiences.

The United States Supreme Court has denied several states' lawsuit against the Trump administration over the President's executive order restricting mail-in voting. That clears the way for the U.S. Postal Service to potentially refuse to deliver ballots based on criteria from the President. This has left Holly with one central question: under what constitutional authority does the United States Postal Service -- or even the President of the United States -- have to say her mail-in ballot shouldn't count? She and Greg engage in a lively conversation, and Greg shares his takes on the opinion from the Supreme Court. They're joined by Bridger Beal-Cvetko, digital political reporter with KSL.

• Residents displaced by Midvale apartment complex fire continue to search for answers
• Tourism spending in Utah hits records despite decrease in number of visitors
• Pumpkin spice season returns as Summerween grows in popularity

• UVU to host Turning Point USA memorial event for Charlie Kirk

• Inside Washington: Could an ethics reckoning be on the way for Congress?

• Utah city deals with unauthorized Flock camera that appeared on city property

• Defense tech coalition launches in Utah

• Sanctions intensify on Iran while trade war with Canada ramps up

• Ask the Attorney: K-9 handler in Colorado receives immunity after K-9 officer

• Genetic genealogy used to identify 9/11 victim after 25 years

The growth and developments in science and technology never cease to amaze. Nearly 25 years after the terror attacks on September 11th -- just a few weeks removed -- investigators have identified another person killed that awful day. How did it happen? DNA testing and family tree research -- together known as genetic genealogy.

A family in Colorado is facing $300,000 in medical debt, more than two years after a K-9 officer living next door climbed the fence and attacked a two-year-old girl and her father. Recently, the K-9 handler was found 'not guilty' in the incident because he has immunity as a member of law enforcement doing his official duties -- in this case, he was cleaning the K-9 officer's cage. In this edition of "Ask the Attorney," Holly consults KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas on this immunity claim and why the family is having such a hard time finding a lawyer to take their case.

The Trump Administration dubbed today "economic D-Day" for Iran. The plan calls for a severe intensification of sanctions on the country, pressuring America's allies to also cut any economic ties with Iran. We hear live from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who explains the administration's plans. At the same time, the trade war with Canada ramps up -- each side now planning a 50% tariff on incoming goods. Greg and Holly give their takes on both economic developments.

It's being called the Integrated Warfighter Ecosystem -- a coalition made up of small and midsize businesses from around the country, all of which have something to offer to the Department of Defense. Defense companies descended on Payson on Friday to celebrate the launch of this new coalition. But what's its purpose, what does it hope to do, and why Utah? KSL NewsRadio's Heather Peterson gives Greg and Holly some insights into the new group.

The Flock cameras are multiplying. Sometimes, they're growing without permission. The Salt Lake Tribune reports that an unauthorized camera recently appeared on city property in Millcreek… right by city hall. The problem is that no one knows where it came from or who installed it. The camera's since been cut down, but it once again brings up questions of security and privacy when it comes to these kinds of surveillance cameras.

A majority of Americans consistently rank Congress as having low or very low ethics. A Gallup poll from earlier this year said 71% of Americans didn't rank Congress as having high ethical standards. Here's the dumb question: is anyone actually surprised? Reporting from Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News congressional correspondent, explains that Congress may be in for an ethics reckoning. She joins Inside Sources to explain.

This could be yet another example of social media freaking out without having all the facts. Plans have now been released for a memorial event at Utah Valley University on the first anniversary of the murder of political influencer Charlie Kirk. But you may remember a few weeks ago -- when the university announced they'd close campus on that day -- social media freaked out because a memorial had not been announced. Claims that UVU was ignoring the tragic events from a year ago spread like wildfire. But now, it looks like those claims were wrong.

Pumpkin spice season is just about here -- Starbucks kicks it off tomorrow! At the same time, more and more Americans are buying their fall and Halloween decorations early; in fact, most are buying them before September. It's still above 90 degrees, and we're already talking about fall! What is it about the fall season that just has so many people excited? Greg and Holly have a lively chat about the impending fall season.

Despite some real challenges for Utah's tourism economy, visitor spending was up in 2025 -- just over half a percent. And with that increase, the state's economy saw $13.7 billion from tourism. That comes even with big drops in visits from China and Canada, fewer visits to state and national parks, and a slight decrease in passengers flying through Salt Lake City International Airport. So what's driving up the total spending in our state? And what kind of effect does that have on the overall economy -- how does it help those of us who live here? Communications Director at the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute Nick Thiriot joins the conversation.

Displaced residents of the North Union Apartments in Midvale continue to search for answers and direction nearly one month since a massive fire all-but-destroyed the complex. The big question still remaining today: whether insurance will cover their lost items. Unfortunately, we're no longer just talking about fire damage, but theft as well. Throughout it all, multiple residents who spoke with KSL say they're still being left in the dark on what's happening.

Dozens of new fires across the state over the weekend, closing canyons and highways, and resulting in several evacuations. Since Friday morning, 55 new fires have popped up. That brings our total fires for the year -- thus far -- to 948. Roughly half of those have been caused by people. In nearby Reno, Nevada, the Hawk Fire sparked over the weekend. Officials believe the fire was deliberately set, and it's resulted in the evacuation of close to 100,000 people. Utah Firewatch -- Greg and Holly get listeners caught up on the latest blazes.

• Utah kids falling victim to expensive scams and fraud
• State lawmakers look to ban AI-deepfake political ads close to Election Day
• Army unit to give soldiers time off around GTA 6 release if they reenlist now
• Drought shaming; what could an impending super El Niño mean for fall?
• What is cheating? Most define it as some sort of relationship secrecy
• Previewing the movie of the week: Spa Weekend

With summer vacations wrapping up, it's the perfect time to chat about vacation movies! KSL Movie Show hosts Val Cameron and Andy Farnsworth join Greg and Holly to discuss the big movie of the week: Spa Weekend.

It's a question that's probably been asked in some form for thousands of years: what defines cheating in a romantic relationship? A new survey finds that 1 in 7 partnered Americans have romantic feelings for someone else. But with definitions around infidelity being so unclear, many might not consider their feelings to be true cheating. Deseret News family reporter Lois Collins chimes in with more on the research.

Would you shame your neighbors for using too much water in the ongoing drought? The city of Denver has been pushing folks to complain about their neighbors, but the campaign hasn't resulted in significant water reductions. If shaming doesn't work, what's the best way to get people to conserve water? At the same time, everyone's talking about this impending super El Niño and what it could mean for Utah this winter. But with so many months to go until winter, could the fall see any action? KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson joins Greg and Holly with his own little crystal ball.

There's a lot of excitement for the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA VI). It comes out in November, and some U.S. Army soldiers can get four extra days off to play the game when it comes out. It's thanks to a reenlistment tactic from an Army unit at Fort Stewart, Georgia. Is this a good way Is this a good way to get younger military service members energized and excited to continue their service? KSL NewsRadio's Cam Elliott plays a lot of GTA and joins the conversation.

As artificial intelligence grows and expands, the threat it poses to our elections grows with it. Whether it's fake advertising, misleading information, or downright lies, AI could have a profound effect on upcoming elections. State leaders took action in 2024, requiring things like disclosures on political ads using AI. But did that go far enough? We've seen issues in other states in this very midterm election cycle, so does the state need to do more? State Senator Heidi Balderree joins Inside Sources to explain her proposal that would take things a step further than in the past.

More than $1 million -- that's how much money Utah kids lost last year to online scams. The data comes from a new FBI report just released. Utah ranks only 23rd for the number of complaints from victims 17 and younger. But the state ranks 3rd in the country for money lost. Nationwide, victims 17 and younger reported nearly $13 million in losses. Ouch. Greg and Holly discuss ways parents can better help their kids avoid these costly mistakes.

Worries over privacy and security with the ever-growing Flock cameras have made it to Utah's Capitol Hill. Governor Spencer Cox has ordered a full privacy review amidst concerns and allegations that the data on those cameras is being misused. The comments from the Governor came during his August news conference and came following a report from the Utah Civic Compact about cameras in Weber County being accessed millions of times by out-of-state agencies. During his monthly news conference, the governor also spoke about the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) and the need for more reform for this agency. Greg and Holly kick off the show discussing both of those topics.

Topics on this episode of KSL Inside Sources include:

• Senate Pres. Adams threatens to sue several critics for defamation
• Settlement reached in case involving viral allegations of broken contracts with Utah-based Lego reseller
• Celebrating an icon of Utah culture: the humble Dutch oven
• The national debt hits $40 trillion... what does that mean for the average American family?
• FTC proposes rule to crack down on personalized pricing
• New data shows interesting trends in young adult marriages, even in places like Provo
• Fights for religious freedom on display in Texas
• Fake polling becomes more of an issue in an AI-driven world
• Renovations changing long-term image of the White House
• Utah ski resorts bank on forecasted Super El Niño
• Utah family takes running to new levels… with Crocs

On your marks, get set, put your Crocs in sport mode, and go! We finish things off today with a chat about a Utah family who are taking their Crocs -- those odd plastic shoes -- out on the road.

Several ski resorts across Utah and the western U.S. are placing their bets on lots of snow this year. Many have already announced their first days of the upcoming season… and it's early. Greg has many years of experience as a member of a ski patrol and outlines what will happen to all those people who make early reservations… should the snow not fall.

If you look at recent pictures of the White House, do you even recognize it anymore? Constant construction has the building looking trashy -- not something you'd generally associate with the leader of the free world. President Trump recently took journalists on a tour of the sites, including his new ballroom -- which has been paused by the courts -- and a new massive helipad. Greg and Holly have strong opinions about what the President is doing to the "people's house."

More and more people have developed a distrust of election polling over the last few decades, and fake polling certainly isn't helping. In fact, fake polling may be doing even more harm thanks to artificial intelligence. Greg and Holly discuss fake polling out of California and the dangers that could come to our electoral process should this deception continue unchecked.

There are a couple of interesting situations right now coming out of Texas… which deal with the concept of religious freedom. One has to do with a state law that requires a copy of the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom. The other deals with foot-washing facilities for members of the Islamic faith in the Dallas-Fort Worth airport. The airport was going to install these kinds of wash basins, until the governor threatened to pull funding if they did. Greg and Holly have a lively discussion on the First Amendment and freedom of religion.

Are wedding bells in the future for your young adult kids? If they live in Utah, there's a pretty good chance. Now if they're in Provo, they'll see the BEST chances in the country. Shocker, right? It's not too surprising, that's for sure. But it's interesting to see what's driving young adults around the country to either pursue -- or not pursue -- marriage. Brad Wilcox, Director of the Get Married Initiative at Institute for Family Studies joins Inside Sources to provide more insights.

Some potential good news for consumers! The FTC says that companies that secretly change prices of goods based on how much they think you'll pay for something could face some stiff federal charges. Some retailers have begun to use customers' private data to change the price of goods depending on the person. So some people may pay more for the same thing because the retailer thinks they would. Now, the Federal Trade Commission proposes a policy change that would add some severe penalties should retailers use this kind of pricing.

The U.S. national debt hit a grim new high this year of $40 trillion, nearly double what it was just 10 years ago. This train is barreling down the tracks, and no one -- not Congress, not a Republican President, not a Democratic President -- seems willing to make it stop. $ 40 trillion is so much; it's hard to even fathom what that looks like. When it trickles down to the average American family, what does it mean? Dr. Michael Kofoed, associate professor of economics at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, joins Inside Sources with some insights.

For hundreds of years, the cast-iron Dutch oven has played a huge role in our cooking traditions. And here in Utah, it holds a special place in our hearts. A recent in-depth piece in the Wall Street Journal highlights the family behind one of the biggest cast-iron Dutch oven makers in the US: the family behind the Lodge Company. And that got us thinking all about this rather plain piece of cookware and how much we love it here in Utah.

Allegations of theft and shady business practices went viral on social media, detailing claims of broken contracts for a popular Utah-based Lego reseller, Bricks and Minifigs. Now, there's been a settlement. The retailer has issued an "unqualified apology" to the Mansell family, admitting that their original contract was not properly administered. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares his legal takes on the situation.

He lost his primary election, and he's headed out the door, but State Senate President Stuart Adams isn't leaving quietly. Now, he's threatening to sue several of his critics for defamation. Lawyers for Stuart Adams sent "cease and desist" letters to four of his critics, asking them to correct the record or face a lawsuit. Adams claims that comments made after his primary election loss by State Auditor Tina Cannon, Gabi Finlayson of Elevate Strategies, and two hosts of a conservative podcast were false and defamatory. But those critics aren't backing down.

It's official: the federal government is dropping its plans to convert a west side Salt Lake City warehouse into an ICE detention facility. Several local leaders have praised the cancellation, saying it never should have moved as far ahead as it did. But does that mean the feds are "done done" with plans to build an ICE detention facility here? Or could they just move it somewhere else? At the same time, a proposal from Senator John Curtis to give migrant workers an easier path towards citizenship appears to have a lot of opposition online, but recent polling of Utah Republicans finds a majority are on the same page with the Senator.

• Data center discussions come to Utah's Capitol Hill
• Hot potato: We're celebrating National Potato Day!
• Back-to-School: The final year for the Alpine School District
• Back-to-School: DEA issues fentanyl warning for parents
• Back-to-School: Reimagining difficult college courses
• Poll: Majority of Utahns disapprove of Pres. Trump's order shrinking size of monuments, still value local control over public lands
• Prosecution submits another filing asking judge to move ahead with Tyler Robinson's murder trial
• Neutrogena faces flak over claims of ending contract with Hayden Panettiere over postpartum depression
• Go Speed Racer! Majority of Utahns say speeding is okay

Okay folks, it's time for an honest chat… a heart-to-heart, if you will. Who here speeds? You don't have to tell us, but don't lie to yourselves -- do you speed? If you do, you're among friends. Yes, we know it's bad. But according to some new research, a majority of Utahns think speeding is okay. The Inside Sources hosts share their own thoughts on speeding, plus Holly's fun facts and Greg's closing arguments.

Neutrogena -- the skincare and beauty company -- is facing a lot of flak right now related to the recent death of actress Hayden Panettiere. The complaints aren't exactly related to her death, but the news of her passing has re-ignited a discussion about postpartum depression. Given our conversation yesterday on postpartum mental health care, it felt fitting to talk about this today. Greg and Holly break down the situation and give their takes on why they think Neutrogena might be in the wrong.

We're still waiting for an official notice as to whether or not Tyler Robinson will go to trial. The man accused of shooting and killing Charlie Kirk at UVU is waiting for the judge to make his decision, which is expected to happen after a final hearing on September 1st. In the meantime, the prosecution continues to push for the judge to send the case to trial with 'aggravating' elements attached to the charges. The defense says those 'aggravating' things are not applicable here. And now, the prosecution has submitted another filing defending their 'aggravated' claims. What a mess!

The fallout from President Trump's recent executive order slashing the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monuments continues. Now, we're getting a better idea of how Utahns feel about the move. But what's really interesting is this kind of juxtaposition we saw in the polling results. According to polling from the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics, a majority of Utahns oppose shrinking the monuments. But at the same time, a wide majority of Utahns support putting public lands in the hands of local governments. Greg and Holly break it all down.

It's not only back-to-school season for children, but also for college students. In fact, Holly's teaching a few courses at Utah Valley University and begins the new semester today! For college students, the classes are generally harder -- more challenging. But up at the University of Utah, they're working on something to make high-failure classes more doable.

A new school year generally comes with a slew of warnings for parents -- things you need to be aware of as your kids leave the house. One warning out for this new year deals with fentanyl. Officials with the Drug Enforcement Administration say if your kid has access to a cell phone, they have access to a drug dealer. Yikes! In this segment, Greg and Holly learn about the warning signs of possible drug activity with kids, along with the ways parents can best help their kids keep away from harmful substances like drugs and alcohol.

It's a bit of an historic day in Utah County today, as the Alpine School District begins its final year of classes. By this time next year, the district will have been split into three districts, marking a significant change in K-12 education in northern Utah County. Greg and Holly get updates on the start of the new school year and how students and teachers are tackling the first day of school with Katie Bowman, an elementary school supervisor with the district. Then, they're joined by Alpine School District Superintendent Rob Smith, who shares insights on what the school district is doing this year to prepare for the split. He also explains what will and will not change for students and families come the 2027-2028 school year.

We can't let this one slip through the fries — it's National Potato Day, and we're going all in! From hashtag debates to the most a-peeling hot takes, this segment is loaded. So grab your couch potato and tot-ally tune in for some hot answers to the question: what's your favorite way to eat potatoes? Whether you boil them, mash them, or stick them in a stew, you won't want to miss this mouthwatering chat.

State lawmakers might have their hands full when it comes to the data center debate. Outrage continues from several communities across Utah, including a heated meeting last night in Spanish Fork. During the legislative interim sessions underway right now on Utah's Capitol Hill, the state legislature is taking a closer look at the impacts and effects of data centers in our state -- what they could do for everyday Utahns, how they'd impact the environment, and how they may affect the Great Salt Lake.

It was quite the sight to see early this morning -- bright orange flames burning amid the darkness of the mountainside near the mouth of Weber Canyon. Dubbed the Dugway Fire, it caused a lot of concern this morning. Parts of U.S. 89 were closed and some structures were threatened, but no evacuations were put into place. KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small ran to the scene as soon as the fire started and has been tracking developments; he joins Inside Sources with an update.

• Anti-incumbent sentiment growing in Utah
• Back-to-School: Addressing new school year jitters
• Murder trial for Lindsay Clancy highlights gaps in mental health care for new mothers
• Republican Parties around the country add anti-IVF language to party platforms
• Gone with the wind: Officials confirm tornado touchdown in Tooele County; firenado reported in Rocky Canyon fire
• States batten down the hatches to protect mail-in voting from Trump administration
• How programs are working together to promote women in leadership roles in Utah
• Are we miscounting the true number of deaths caused by domestic violence?
• Feed the can, man: Local hiker cleans trails one bag at a time

Leave no trace! When you hit the trails or take to some of Utah's pristine outdoors, do you clean up after yourself? Be honest. Do you ALWAYS pick up your trash? Unfortunately, we know not everyone does. And how do we know? A local hiker recently lugged load after load of garbage off Mount Timpanogos. So much for keeping our environment clean, eh? Greg and Holly finish the show with their own plea for Utahns to keep our outdoors clean.

When it comes to domestic violence, are we counting deaths correctly? Around the country, families are pushing states for more scrutiny when it comes to deaths caused by domestic violence. A lot of times, families say their loved ones' deaths have been ruled as suicides or accidents, and that officials have ignored the role domestic violence may have played in those unfortunate deaths. Greg and Holly have a chat about the growing trends of DV in our communities.

Study after study shows that when women are more involved in making decisions, communities prosper. Whether it's in government or business, or anything else -- the data's there. So how can we better strengthen and promote women here in Utah? The Women's Leadership Institute of Utah recently changed its name to Sego Leadership, and this is the exact kind of thing they hope to address. Jen Hunsaker, Director of Marketing and Communications for Sego Leadership joins the conversation.

Okay for me, but not for thee? That's the vibe Holly is getting from the Trump administration… as they continue to push against vote-by-mail while still allowing the President to vote by mail. The White House is defending the move, saying the SAVE America Act has exceptions in place for Americans to vote by mail due to illness, disability, military, or travel. This has been a personal issue for the President for some time now, and recent Supreme Court decisions don't see to have the President holding back. The continued push has led many states to double down as they defend the way they handle elections.

Remember that tornado warning in Tooele County last week? Turns out the storm that generated that warning did in fact spur a tornado too! It wasn't anything huge -- only an EF1. That's pretty mild, but it could certainly still pack a punch. And this twister did cause some property damage in Skull Valley. At the same time, a firenado was reported in the nearby Rocky Canyon fire. Inside Sources discusses some of the wild weather we've been seeing here in Utah.

There's a growing trend of state Republican Parties adding anti-IVF language to their party platforms. For being the supposed party of families, Holly's confused as to the end goal of these moves. Is surrogacy next? She and Greg discuss the new language and how that could affect a changing familial structure in our country.

When we talk about awful crimes like murder, mental health almost always comes into the conversation. That's the situation going on right now in Massachusetts, where Lindsay Clancy is accused of killing her three children. Her trial is ongoing this week, and the case has really honed in on Clancy's postpartum mental health and this idea of "postpartum psychosis." Greg and Holly share their thoughts on the case, then broaden out the conversation to discuss physical and mental health care for new mothers. They're joined in this discussion by Sarah Hanchett, LCSW, Chief Clinical Officer at Collaborative Care from EvolvedMD.

More school districts are heading back to the classroom today, including Salt Lake City and Nebo school districts. A few other districts are partially going back today, including some students in the Alpine School District, where Holly lives. Her daughter's been feeling a lot of anxiety starting at a new junior high school today, and that has Holly feeling more nervous than ever. Deseret News reporter Jason Swensen spoke with a child therapist to get some tips on how parents and kids can deal with back-to-school jitters; he joins Inside Sources to explain.

Could the anti-incumbent wave sweeping much of the nation finally have reached the shores of Utah? New data from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics found that some of Utah's top political leaders -- including Governor Cox, Senator Mike Lee, and Senator John Curtis -- have all seen some pretty significant approval drops. For more insights on the polling and what it says about our current views of our elected officials, political reporter at the Deseret News Brigham Tomco joins the show.

So many outstanding questions remain this morning… following that deadly shooting outside a funeral service in Kearns. But Holly's biggest question: is no place sacred anymore? While the shooting wasn't inside a church -- it was right outside -- do we not hold things like funeral services as sacred anymore? Police haven't said a whole lot, other than the number of victims involved. They also released some information this morning on a 45-year-old man they have taken into custody on suspicion of being involved. Greg and Holly turn to Greg Rogers, retired FBI agent and criminal justice instructor at Utah Valley University to get his take on this kind of violence and what we can do to help bring down the temperature.

• President Trump reduces joint military exercises with South Korea, cites relationship with North Korean leader as a reason
• Retirement uneasiness
• Dad and son touring Utah through Mexican food
• Eagle Mountain faces some financial hurdles due to changing situation
• Remembering two law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty one year ago
• Birth record runaround
• Ask the Attorney: California lawsuit against Meta goes to trial
• Father charged with multiple felony counts of child torture appears in court
• Clean energy groups file complaint against state of Utah over nuclear power
• Celebrating the role and impact of nonprofits here in Utah
• Utahn sets 'bonkers' speed record on bicycle

One Utahn is breaking records on his bike, averaging 30 mph for 200 miles! Matthew Lefthand tells the Deseret News that he hopes to complete a 24-hour cycling record next year too. We turn to our own cycling expert, Greg Skordas, for a chat on the significance of this milestone.

It's been a bit of a heavy show today -- a lot of crime and drama. So let's finish the show with something a little more positive: nonprofits. In fact, today is National Nonprofit Day! What kind of impact do nonprofit organizations have in our state? We turn to the CEO of Utah Nonprofits Association, Jill Bennett, for a chat on the state of Utah's nonprofit industry.

This morning, a Utah advocacy group filed an official complaint with the Federal Trade Commission against the state of Utah. The complaint says that the Utah Office of Energy Development engaged in false and deceptive advertising about nuclear energy. The group HEAL Utah -- along with several other groups -- says that the state's ads that make claims about nuclear energy and things like bananas are blatantly false, and they want the FTC to step in.

What's the line between child abuse and child torture? It's an awful question, but one we have to ask. Today, a man charged with several felony counts of child torture for taking his kids on a hike in a winter storm appeared in court. The three children were severely injured in the hike -- two of them critically -- and had to be rescued from the wintry weather. Now, Micah Smith is asking the court to allow him to contact his three children, who were 2, 4, and 8 at the time of the incident.

Could this be the beginning of the end for Meta? The social media giant has faced lawsuit after lawsuit, and they keep losing. This week, a case in California goes to trial. Legal experts say it could mean the end for the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. In this edition of "Ask the Attorney," KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains what makes this case so unique… and potentially so devastating.

Get this: you need a copy of your birth certificate, but the state won't give you a copy because it's missing your first and middle names. And despite applying over and over for a corrected copy, no dice -- the state still says no. That's the situation a Utah man recently found himself in, until he turned to the Governor's office for help. But now, the programs are plaguing the man's brother and wife. KSL Investigator Daniella Rivera joins us in the studio to talk more about this interesting situation.

One year ago, Utahns of all walks of life took a collective pause -- a moment to catch our breath. On August 17, 2025, two law enforcement officers in the small northern Utah town of Tremonton were gunned down and killed. The tragedy rocked the small Box Elder County community. Thousands turned out in the coming days and weeks to mourn and honor Sergeant Lee Sorenson and Officer Eric Estrada. Inside Sources takes a few minutes to remember the sacrifice of these two brave men.

Things could get a little interesting down in Eagle Mountain. The city council will vote on a 183% property tax increase tomorrow. And just last week, we learned that more than 700 people will soon be out of a job when Tyson Foods closes its beef processing facility in the city. When they announced the closure, Tyson Foods said it was due to an historic cattle shortage. Either way, it feels like a one-two punch for folks living in one of the fastest-growing regions in the state.

A dad and son from southern Utah are eating their way through every county in the state… on a Mexican food road trip. 12-year-old Carson Palma and his dad Jake are from Monticello, and say their limited choices in Mexican food there led them to this idea. Now, they're visiting each one of Utah's 29 counties with a singular goal in mind: eat Mexican food in each county. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the trip and hear from listeners who share the restaurants they think the duo should not miss!

Nearly half of non-retirees in America say they're skeptical that they'll ever be able to fully retire. Many of them cite artificial intelligence, rising costs, and continued economic uncertainty as the reasons for their doubts. Greg and Holly share their concerns about impending retirement and discuss the findings of a new report with Shane Stewart, certified financial planner with DMBA.

President Trump says he wants to substantially reduce joint military exercises with South Korea because of his very good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. He says North Korea has been unthreatening and respectful the entire time he's been president and that it's inappropriate and hostile to send a message of strength and unity with our ally South Korea. He also says the move is because South Korea hasn't helped in the war with Iran. Greg and Holly have a lot of concerns with this kind of international political move; they explain.

After nearly a year and a half, police have finally made an arrest in the deaths of a Saratoga Springs woman and her son. Jessica Orton Lyman and her son, Eli Painter, were found shot in their home back in March 2025. Police say they've arrested a 16-year-old, but haven't given any other information. Why did this arrest take so long, and why won't police say who they've arrested, even though they've spoken about this supposed teen several times before? Inside Sources breaks it down.

• One year later: How are Main Street businesses rebuilding after the devastating fire last year?
• Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges
• Report: Playboy's Hugh Hefner told FBI about Jeffrey Epstein's crimes
• Hundreds file for victim benefits after witnessing Charlie Kirk's murder; controversy arises over how UVU plans to honor Kirk on the anniversary of his death
• Are AI models becoming too smart? And how is Congress using AI in everyday business?
• Previewing the movie of the week: The End of Oak Street

KSL Movie Show hosts Val Cameron and Andy Farnsworth are split on this week's big movie: The End of Oak Street. They join Greg and Holly to give a little taste of what listeners can expect should they see the movie this weekend. They also discuss another movie centered on a U.S. President and ask the big movie question of the week: what is your favorite movie about a U.S. President (real or fictional)?

Hollywood foretold this... and now it's happening: AI is getting a little too smart for its own good. Several artificial intelligence models have broken out of their cages -- their protections -- and their creators are scrambling to keep things in check. Director of the Emerging Tech Policy Lab at Utah Valley University Brandon Amacher joins to explain how this is happening. Greg and Holly also discuss reports that Congress is using AI chatbots in a concerning way without any oversight.

It's been almost one year since Charlie Kirk was murdered on the campus of Utah Valley University. Now, we're learning that hundreds of people who were there -- who witnessed the shooting -- have applied for victim benefits. At the same time, we're learning about some controversy surrounding the way UVU plans to honor Charlie Kirk on the anniversary of his death. For this segment, Inside Sources digs into both stories.

Sometimes, it's the people you least expect who do big things. This is one of those times in Holly's mind. Hugh Hefner -- the man behind Playboy -- is now reported to have gone to the FBI about Jeffrey Epstein more than 20 years ago. Despite his complaints about things Epstein was doing, the FBI didn't open up official investigations into Hefner's complaints for nearly 15 years. NewsNation first reported the story this morning, which says that Hefner told the FBI of abuse and trafficking done by Epstein multiple times.

This morning, accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges. Mangione admitted to killing Brian Thompson, but only pled guilty to the charges of stalking. The sentencing for that could be up to life in prison -- a pretty serious punishment for a crime like stalking. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the charge and why it could amount to such a harsh sentencing.

This week marks one year since a devastating fire destroyed five businesses along Salt Lake City's Main Street. Business owners have been wondering what came next, both for their businesses and for their employees. Two of the five businesses have reopened thus far, and plans are in place for more to open soon. But the charred remains on this stretch of Main Street remain, showing just how bad the devastation was. Greg and Holly get an update on how reconstruction is going and how the resilient spirit of those businesses carries on.

Bucket after bucket after bucket -- quite the scene in Sandy as several dozen homes flooded thanks to last night's storm. Neighbor helping neighbor... just like Utahns do. Today, the rain's cleared up, but the damage remains. Flooding in Sandy, evacuations at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater, and a tornado warning in Tooele County -- the storm came through with quite a punch! As the sun comes up this morning, we get an update on the damage from the storm with Sandy Mayor Monica Zoltanski.

• Investigation into claims of insider trading before Pres. Trump shrank Utah national monuments
• Do you give names to inanimate objects?
• More and more Flock cameras popping up; residents voice serious concerns
• Ask the Attorney: Lawsuit filed over Trump's social media company giving out gov't info for a fee
• Back to School: Free and reduced lunches
• Back to School: Working with serious food allergies
• Tooele County residents voice opposition to proposed data center
• Man accused of stabbing Muslim mall worker indicted for federal hate crime
• Tackling the issues of senior, veteran homelessness in Utah
• Lefties unite -- it's International Lefthanders Day!

Lefty. Southpaw. Ink dragger. Port-handed. All of those are terms to describe special people like host Greg Skordas and board operator Corey Miller... the left-handers of our Inside Sources team! And today's their day -- it's International Lefthanders Day. We finish the show chatting about all the unique qualities of our left-handed friends.

This morning, a new housing facility opened in St. George. Switchpoint Red Hills will help lots of people who are currently experiencing homelessness, with a specific focus on helping seniors and veterans who find themselves without stable housing. In this segment, we want to have a conversation about senior homelessness here in Utah and just how big of an issue it is.  Switchpoint CEO Carol Hollowell joins Greg and Holly to chat about the new 110-unit facility and the broader issue of homelessness.

There are new developments in the case of a West Valley City mall stabbing, in which a Muslim kiosk worker was seriously injured. The man accused of the stabbing has said he targeted the man specifically because of his religion and ethnicity. Now, the federal government will pursue hate crime charges against the suspect. The Inside Sources hosts are confused, though, because this seems to contradict much of what the current Department of Justice does.

The group opposed to a proposed 1.8 million square foot data center in Tooele County is celebrating a win today after all discussions related to the data center were tabled. This all took place in a Tooele County planning commission meeting last night and is the latest move against data centers here in the state. At the same time, data centers continue to play a major role in national elections. Greg and Holly go in-depth on both parts of the story.

For children who have allergies, going back to school can be even more stressful. And it's anxiety-inducing for parents too. It can be hard to control the environment, so it can sometimes be impossible to avoid situations that could prove life-threatening. For a discussion on how to navigate food allergies at school, Greg and Holly are joined by Amanda Bee, the former president of the Utah Food Allergy Network, and her daughter Vivian.

You know what things can really help a student excel at school? Sleep, support, and food. As we continue our back-to-school coverage this week, we want to shift our focus to food. In this segment, we discuss the importance of free and reduced lunches. What do parents need to know about the program? How does it work? Dr. Kelly Adams, health commissioner for Utah PTA, joins Greg and Holly to explain.

There's a new lawsuit against President Trump over a new feature of this Truth Social app that allows organizations to pay for early access to the President's posts, including official government announcements. The Inside Sources hosts are confused -- isn't this insider trading? Or at least making it even easier to do insider trading? In this edition of "Ask the Attorney," Greg tries to understand how Trump Media thinks they can make this kind of thing work… legally.

1984 called... and it wants its Big Brother cameras back. In all seriousness, Flock cameras have popped up around the state and the country, and it has a lot of people worried. It's brought up some really interesting discussions about privacy. There are already so many government cameras collecting information all around, but people have real issues with a private company putting up these data-collecting cameras.

Today, we're bidding adieu to a 49-year-old vacuum named Beth. Yes... we're serious. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa has announced the death of his trusty tan Hoover vacuum cleaner with a burgundy cloth dust bag. It's a funny story, but it got us thinking about the names we tend to give random objects. So what inanimate objects have you given a name to? A car, a house, perhaps your toaster? Greg and Holly have a fun discussion reading listener text responses.

U.S. House Democrats have now opened an investigation into Energy Fuels, which owns the White Mesa Mill in southern Utah. It comes after their CEO bought 74,000 shares of the company just before President Trump issued his executive order slashing the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monuments. Lawmakers now claim that the way the monument boundaries were redrawn gives a huge benefit to Energy Fuels, which operates the country's last conventional uranium processing site about a mile away from Bears Ears' previous boundary.

It's finally feeling a bit more like fall this morning, and we're so happy! There's just something so refreshing about the rain, especially given how hot and dry this summer has been. But it's important to remember that with rain falling across much of the state today, fire conditions are still dangerous and areas affected by recent wildfires could see even more flooding.

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

• Consumer inflation cooled in July, but prices remain high
• Healing the Great Salt Lake: State leaders prepare for the potential of another lackluster winter
• Immigration officers to receive electric gloves
• Federal judge bars USPS from following Pres. Trump's executive order on mail-in ballots
• Your Voice, Your Vote: Primary elections continue around the country
• Defense team for Tyler Robinson says he shouldn't face "aggravated" murder charges
• Should politics rely on human or AI fact-checkers?
• Weather changes on the way… thank goodness!
• Tonight is the peak time to see the Perseids