Inside Sources

• Claims that changes to mail-in voting could "derail" upcoming midterms
• Inside Washington: U.S. House is back in session -- what will they accomplish before the midterms?
• Military judge throws out testimony from alleged mastermind behind the 9/11 terror attacks
• Humanitarian organization working to help those affected by deadly flooding in Nepal and Tibet
• More resignations of top military officials
• Teaching kids Olympic and Paralympic values in the lead up to the 2034 winter games
• It. Is. Time. The "ber" months are finally upon us.

Did you feel a little chill in the air this morning? It's not just you -- the first day of September blessed us with some cooler temperatures last night. Many say the next four "ber" months are the best of the entire year: September, October, November, and December. Now it hasn't gotten too cold just yet, but there already seems to be a crispness in the air -- how exciting!

Kids around Utah will get the chance to learn more about the Olympics and the values behind them thanks to a new program as part of Utah 2034. This morning, a kind of opening ceremony for the program kicked off at Backman Elementary School in Salt Lake City. Several more opening ceremonies will take place at schools all over Utah over the next few weeks. For more on this program, Greg and Holly are joined by Amy Garff, Utah 2034 Education Committee Chair, and Brad Wilson, CEO of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Amid the war with Iran, the Secretary of the Army has announced his resignation. Last night, Dan Driscoll stepped down after less than 2 years in the position. It's the latest resignation amid a slew of resignations that have plagued Secretary Pete Hegseth's Department of Defense.

The videos of the flooding in Nepal were terrifying to see at the time. And now the pictures coming out of the damaged and destroyed areas are equally heartbreaking. Rescue efforts are underway in the region, but they're being hamstrung by muddy conditions. More than 1,000 people are confirmed deceased in Nepal and Tibet, and thousands more are missing. On this segment of Inside Sources, the hosts speak with someone on the ground in Nepal -- someone who's helping in the emergency humanitarian efforts -- co-CEO of One Heart Worldwide, Surya Bhatta. He joins Greg and Holly from Nepal to chat about the ongoing issues facing women and children affected by the flooding.

    You can learn more about One Heart Worldwide and donate to their cause by visiting their         website: https://give.oneheartworldwide.org/campaign/837495/donate

There are only 10 days to go until the 25th anniversary of the devastating, tragic terror attacks on 9/11. In the lead-up to this special anniversary, we're learning that the alleged mastermind behind the attacks won't have his confessions admitted in court.  A military judge has now thrown out the confessions because of how they were obtained. What kind of hurdle could this present to the U.S. government as they try to plead their case?

The House is back in Washington, but will they actually get anything done in the next few days? Eh... depends on who you ask. Campaign season is well underway for members of the House of Representatives and they'll be heading back to their districts ASAP to ride that campaigning trail to the midterms. But in the meantime, what are they going to try to tackle? The hosts chat with Deseret News congressional correspondent Cami Mondeaux for more insights.

There are new claims this morning that the U.S. Postal Service is pushing out untested technology -- and pushing it out too quickly -- in order to comply with the President's executive order on mail-in voting. Now, a whistleblower within the Postal Service says this haphazard process could "derail" the upcoming midterm elections.

We may finally get to see the end of a chapter in what might feel like a never-ending story. Today, the man accused of shooting and killing political influencer Charlier Kirk is back in court for what's supposed to be the final day of his preliminary hearing… which started more than a month ago. But first -- another hiccup: Tyler Robinson's defense team is once again asking the judge to bar cameras from the courtroom during the final hearing. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares his myriad of thoughts on the case, the constant motions on cameras, and the amount of time this whole thing has taken.

• Attorney General's Office announces new center to track financial crimes
• The Detour: Tonight's the last post-8 pm sunset of the year
• Tensions escalate in war with Iran
• Price of gas continues to hurt Americans' wallets -- could a deal with Venezuela help?
• Polling: Republicans may face a white married woman problem in the upcoming midterms
• Disagree Better: Is it still working in 2026?
• What can we learn about today's housing costs from a 54-year-old checkbook?
• MapQuest gets a new lease on life… thanks to Lake Ontario (eh, Lake America)

What's old is new again -- MapQuest is back, baby! The app surged to the number 4 position this morning on the Apple App Store. Why? Because they won't rename Lake Ontario to Lake America. People really seem to like their stance, and it shows -- app downloads for MapQuest have spiked over the last few days, with downloads seeing a 128% day-over-day increase since the President's announcement.

We all know housing costs have gone higher and higher -- that's no shocker. But just how high have they gone? Deseret News opinion editor Jay Evensen recently found his father's old checkbook from 1962. In it, he found clues about how our cost-of-living has changed, and how housing costs take up more and more of our paycheck. He joins Inside Sources to share more of his insights from his father's little money book.

Over the past several years, Governor Spencer Cox has faced a lot of flak and pushback for his "disagree better" movement. He faced even more trouble when he endorsed President Trump in 2024. Ahead of the launch of his new book detailing his term and the things he's really pushed for, he spoke with KSL about his moves to clean up partisan politics. KSL digital political reporter Bridger Beal-Cvetko joins with more.

Republicans appear to have a big problem heading into the midterms: white, married women. New polling shows that Democrats are hurtling towards the midterms with an 18-point advantage. For a little context, that's what happened in the 2018 midterms. Even Republican lawmakers across the country say there's a problem. Republican Representative from Florida Kat Cammack told Politico that women are concerned about affordability, and the GOP isn't delivering on the promise to bring prices down. Holly has some opinions about this polling; she gives her hot takes.

With gas prices being so high over the last several months, many have looked for a way to save a few bucks. But stealing gas is generally frowned upon. The Freedom Fuel network launched a few months ago with the support of President Trump. Now, it’s facing a lawsuit claiming it never paid for the fuel it sold. At the same time, President Trump is touting a deal that would allow the U.S. access to vast oil reserves in Venezuela. The President says it'll drop gas prices, but will it result in any relief… soon? GasBuddy's Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan shares his expertise.

For the first time in weeks, the U.S. and Iran are back to trading missile strikes. This has the future of control over the Strait of Hormuz continuing to be in question. While that happens, some experts are sounding an alarm that our military's combat readiness may be suffering from the ongoing fighting with Iran. Greg and Holly break it all down, including the latest on alleged leaks coming out of the Pentagon.

Attorney General Derek Brown is announcing the formation of a new center within his office that will track financial crimes and the people behind them. The goal, he says, is to bring together resources and expertise from across jurisdictions and financial institutions to better protect Utahns' money. In this segment, Inside Sources tunes into the news conference announcing the center; Greg and Holly then share some thoughts.

The cleanup continues this morning in central Utah following devastating storms over the weekend. Flooding caused significant damage in Emery County and strong winds created issues in Millard County. In fact, National Weather Service officials are on scene down there, trying to determine if a tornado blew through. At the same time, searches continue for more than a dozen people believed to have been caught in flooding in the Grand Canyon. What can people expect to see today across the region? KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson joins Inside Sources to explain.

• Not for sale: Persistent would-be homebuyers create nuisance for homeowners

   

• Gov. Cox announces picks to fill two vacancies on Utah Supreme Court

   

• President Trump's order on mail-in voting hits yet another snag

   

• Jury deliberations continue for Lindsay Clancy

   

• Utah-based Huntsman Cancer Institute helps in development, testing of breakthrough drug for pancreatic cancer

   

• Helmet laws change for e-mobility devices -- are you prepared?

   

• Previewing the movie of the week: The Dog Stars

   

Greg and Holly finish off the week by chatting about the big movie of the week. They're joined by KSL Movie Show host Andy Farnsworth and guest host Larry Tassone, a film buyer at the Larry H. Miller Megaplexes. They also discuss their answers to the big movie question of the week: What is your favorite Looney Tunes cartoon?

Hundreds of thousands of kids are back in the classroom right now, and many of them are probably using things like bikes or scooters to get to school. Now you may have missed this, but a new helmet law went into effect in May, and this is the first school year with the changes. Law enforcement and state safety officials say now's the time to remind people of the changes. So what do you need to know to make sure your kids and grandkids get to and from school safely... and legally? The hosts chat with Jason Mettmann, Communications Manager for the Utah Highway Safety Office.

It's always nice to finish the week off with positive news. And when it comes to cancer, any developments in treatment deserve applause. This week, we learned that the FDA has approved a drug that has been shown to extend the median overall survival for people with advanced pancreatic cancer... by nearly double. We also learned that Utah's top cancer research center in the state -- the Huntsman Cancer Institute -- played a critical role in the development and testing of this drug. We bring in an expert for more information: Dr. Conan Kinsey, a gastrointestinal oncologist with Huntsman Cancer Institute who focuses on pancreatic cancer.

This morning, the jury deliberations continue in the triple murder case for Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts woman charged with killing her three children. Defense attorneys say she was suffering from postpartum psychosis, but did the jury buy it? In fact, the jury requested to examine two pieces of evidence again today -- what does Greg make of that? We also hear from Clancy's attorney, who says his client is anxious about the jury's looming decision.

Another day, another hiccup for President Trump's executive order on mail-in voting. Overnight, another federal judge blocked the order from going into effect, saying it's too close to the midterm election for states to get everything in order. So what the heck is actually happening? Greg and Holly break it down.

Two vacancies on the Utah Supreme Court may soon be filled, after Governor Spencer Cox announced his picks to replace Justice Diana Hagen and Chief Justice Matthew Durrant, both of whom have or are in the process of resigning. Today, the Governor announced that he will nominate Judge Matthew Bell and Michael Menssen. The two will now go through the Senate confirmation process. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas talks more about who these men are and what they may bring to the bench.

Persistent offers to buy homes not on the market are ramping up, and homeowners are getting pretty fed up with it. These potential buyers are going out of their way to text, call, email, and send regular mail to homeowners, often offering to buy the home quickly or even for cash. The would-be buyers are even going to family members of homeowners -- casting a wide net to get any kind of bite. KSL Investigator Matt Gephardt dug into the issue to try and find out if these are scams and to see just how big of a problem this actually is. Inside Sources executive producer Andy Cupp has had his own problems with these offers; he joins Greg and Holly to share his experience.

More than 100 tech companies are now joining in on an open letter warning about the potential dangers of AI. What's so interesting about this is that many of these companies are the same ones developing AI. In the letter, they warn that AI-powered cyberattacks are on the verge of becoming far more widespread and far more sophisticated. They urge governments to do more to protect the most vulnerable, like hospitals and utilities. But here's the big question from the Inside Sources hosts: why can't those AI companies work together to create boundaries and safeguards? Why do they need the government to do it?

Holly Richardson is out, so Jim Bennett is filling in with Greg Skordas.

• Nepal deals with devastating flash floods caused by glacial collapse; could Utah see a similar situation?
• Self-proclaimed 'mastermind' behind 9/11 terror attacks to finally face trial
• Celebrating burgers with the question: what's the one topping that ruins a good burger?
• Judge rules that Douglas Carter must submit to a DNA test
• Utah Drought: Church issues guidance, updates on reservoirs, and how the drought's affecting wildlife
• Republicans face increasing pushback on President Trump's support for data centers
• Bryan Kohberger granted new hearing as he works to cancel his guilty plea
• The fight over mail-in voting continues
• South Salt Lake restaurant named state's first to get a Michelin star

Forget the fry sauce and the burgers with pastrami... Utah has officially entered the fancy-food era. South Salt Lake’s Monte just became the first restaurant in Utah to earn a Michelin star. So… does that mean we have to start calling it “gastronomy” instead of dinner? Eh… only if you can pronounce “gastronomy.”

Several Democrat-led states have filed another lawsuit against the Trump Administration over the President's push for more restrictions on voting by mail. This week, the Supreme Court ruled that the states that had sued the administration sued too early. And the U.S. Postal Service has also announced their rule changes to implement the President's executive order. At the same time, a recent audit of voter rolls in Weber County turned up some news that'll hopefully help people have more faith and confidence in the electoral system. Greg and Jim discuss both.

The man who pleaded guilty to four murders near the University of Idaho has been trying to go back on his plea. Now, he may get the chance. We're learning that Bryan Kohberger will get a new hearing to see about reneging on his guilty plea. But the hearing isn't scheduled until June 2027. Again, we ask our legal analyst the question: why is everything being scheduled so far out?

We still have a few months left in the year, but it feels like the story of the year here in Utah will be data centers. And we're not alone; the pushback on data centers exists nationwide and across party lines. In fact, the Republican opposition to data centers continues to grow pretty quickly, and it's putting President Trump in a precarious situation.

A man who spent decades on death row -- but had his conviction overturned -- will stay in jail as he awaits a new trial, at least for now. The judge didn't rule on bond for Douglas Carter yesterday, but he did rule that Carter must submit to a DNA test. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the DNA test and why it matters now, knowing that DNA testing technology didn't exist at the time of Carter's alleged crime.

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

• Goodbye Dolly: The legacy she leaves behind in Utah with her Imagination Library
• Meta reaches landmark settlement with states -- including Utah -- over social media harm
• Housing costs reach new high in Salt Lake County, driving many to look at other places along the Wasatch Front
• Trump administration pauses immigrant visa appointment for applicants worldwide
• Soccer moms rejoice: The minivan is coming back in style!
• UHP wants to crack down on the Left Lane Loafers

Left Lane Loafers beware… the Utah Highway Patrol says it will crack down on those people who like to stick to the passing lane. If you find yourself having a beautiful, calm drive… in the left lane… you may want to rethink your position on the freeway.

Stop the car -- literally! The minivan is back, and suddenly soccer moms are the coolest people on the road. Sliding doors, cup holders for days, and enough cargo space to haul a soccer team (or your emotional baggage… take your pick). Forget muscle cars or the fast motorcycles full of power -- the new muscle is a fully loaded Odyssey! So buckle up, buckle the kids in, and get ready to shift into the ultimate auto comeback! The minivan is truly having a mom-ent!

There are several new developments on the immigration front today. The Trump administration has issued a pause on immigrant visa appointments for applicants around the world. Plus, a visa to allow foreign professionals to live and work in the country could see a six-figure fee… about $103,000. Oh, and the administration is also cancelling 200,000 visas for asylum seekers. With so much happening with immigration right now, Inside Sources breaks down a few of the stories with a friend of the show and immigration expert, immigration attorney Carlos Trujillo.

How much money does your family make? Could you afford to buy a home in Salt Lake County? New data out from the Salt Lake Board of Realtors says homebuyers in the county need to earn nearly $187,000 a year. That's because the median home price in Salt Lake County is now at a record high of $645,000. YIKES! The higher prices have many looking outside of Salt Lake County, but where are they going? Russell Faucette, owner of The Stern Team and co-founder of Omada Real Estate shares his takes.

Meta has agreed to a massive settlement with several states -- including Utah -- in a lawsuit over whether their platforms hurt children. The settlement includes safety measures like daily time limits and age-appropriate content controls. The state will also receive at least $212 million through this. Attorney General Derek Brown joins Inside Sources to explain what's in the settlement and the journey it took to get to this point. Then, Greg and Holly speak with Utah Commerce Commissioner Margaret Busse -- whose Division of Consumer Protection led the charge on this effort -- about what it means for parents, teens, and social media in the state of Utah.

As we celebrate the life of Dolly Parton and the joy and inspiration she brought to sooooooo many people, we would be remiss to not mention her philanthropy. For example, she's given hundreds of millions of books to young children -- absolutely free -- through Dolly's Imagination Library.  The program is in Utah but only on a small scale. In order for things to grow and more kids to get access to these free books, legislation is needed. Kristin Andrus is the founder of Gathering for Impact and is helping to lead the charge to get legislation passed here that would expand the Imagination Library.

Should a man whose conviction in a death row murder case was overturned be allowed out on bail while awaiting his new trial? That's the one of the questions at the heart of a legal hearing going on today for Douglas Carter. He had been convicted of murdering Eva Olesen in the 1980s and was sentenced to death. But the Utah Supreme Court overturned his conviction last year, and he's been sitting in the Utah County Jail since then. The state's planning to retry the case but in the meantime, what happens to Douglas Carter? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas gives his takes on this unique situation.

As we planned today's show, we started talking more about convictions being overturned. When that happens, what generally happens to the person who spent years in jail or prison for something they didn't do? We broaden the conversation and bring in someone who works to get convictions overturned. Greg and Holly are joined by Kristy Columbia, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Innocence Project.

• 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.