KSL Newsradio In-Depth

South Valley Services in Tooele has seen a spike in the need for services for survivors of domestic violence. 

KSL NewsRadio Reporter Aimee Cobabe attended a meeting of the Salt Lake County Council on Tuesday where a new ordinance was proposed. It requires sex-specific changing rooms at all Salt Lake County recreation centers. The council says the ordinance is needed because of a loophole that exists in the current county nondiscrimination policy. 

Live, at the Utah State Fairpark in May, 2024, the Kilby Block Party! The 2024 lineup was announced on Tuesday morning, and festival coordinator Fay Barnhurst joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to talk about the headliners, the lineup, and what's new for 2024.

Is there any connection between Utah moving ever closer to hosting the 2034 Winter Olympic Games and the gondola that also seems to be ever closer to reality in Little Cottonwood Canyon? We asked Snowbird Resort President Dave Field.

Chad Daybell is awaiting his murder trial after the bodies of his two children were found buried in his Idaho backyard. His attorney is working to remove the death penalty from consideration. KSL Legal Analyst joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News with insight on whether the same tactics that worked for his wife Lori Vallow Daybell will work for him. 

Utahns learned on Wednesday that Salt Lake City is in serious running to host the the 2034 Winter Olympic Games. The announcement happened to come smack dab in the middle of one of Utah's famous inversions, where the air is so thick with pollution it feels like you can cut it with a knife. We asked the corporate relations manager for Utah Clean Energy, Josh Kraft, what another Olympic Games might mean for Utah's Air Quality.

New research from the Kem C. Gardener Policy Institute found that Salt Lake City's youth population is at a 100-year low.  The Institute's Director of Demographic Research Mallory Bateman joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News on KSL NewsRadio to unpack the numbers.

Interview with KSL NewsRadio reporter Aimee Cobabe and Elder Quentin L. Cook, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Elder Cook discusses his joy over the announcement of 36 new global missions expected by 2024, and the next generation of young men and women who want to "serve the Savior."

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Interview by KSL NewsRadio reporter Aimee Cobabe with Elder Ronald A. Rasband, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, on the announcement that the Church will add 36 new international missions starting July 2024.

Bonneville International Corporation, the company that owns KSL NewsRadio, is a subsidiary of Deseret Management Corporation, which is owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 

Car Show season is wrapping up in Utah, and attendees are starting to see a shift. 

Rides that weren't cool are starting to get a lot of love -- and money. You might have one in your garage.

Weber County is currently mulling over a 3.9 million dollar property tax hike to help keep up with inflation. President of the Utah Taxpayer's Association Rusty Cannon said this is routine, and, if you don't like it there are ways to organize against it and speak out.

KSL NewsRadio reporter Hugo Rikard Bell introduces you to an inmate who is making her way through the Utah Prison Education Project as she completes her sentence for murder. At the same time, her young son is also taking classes. The experience is helping the two bond by giving them more common ground -- education, and its benefits.

On the eve of an annual eclipse that will be visible in portions of Utah, our own NASA Ambassador, Patrick Wiggins, spoke with Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News about what the eclipse is, where we can see it, and what to expect when looking skyward on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023.

Utah Hogle Zoo's Heather Barnum joined host Maria Shilaos to talk about the party the zoo is throwing for Christie and Zuri, the mother and daughter African elephants that the zoo will soon send to another, larger zoo. 

Utah Republican Chair Robert Axson joins Utah Noon News to share his thoughts on Sen. Mitt Romney's announcement on not seeking a second term.

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers suffered a season-ending injury against the Buffalo Bills on 9/11/23. It's been reported as an injury to his achilles tendon, but what exactly does that mean? Dr. Mike Holmstrom, an orthopedic surgeon at Intermountain TOSH, spoke with guest host Maria Shilaos about the injury and Rodgers' chances for complete recovery.

The Planning Commission in Murray City is putting a permit for a cement company right next to the Utah Humane Society on hold. They received over 200 emails from people worried about the impact. KSL NewsRadio's Aimee Cobabe is live with the latest.

Gary Hatch, the manager of Mosquito Abatement District Davis, joins guest host Maria Shilaos to discuss extra safety precautions that might be needed for those spending the Labor Day weekend outside (and who want to avoid mosquito bites!)

Guest host Maria Shilaos speaks with Jamie Farrell, an associate research professor and seismographer at the University of Utah about the rumbling that registered on seismic machines during the Utes home opener against the Florida Gators.

As of August 28, 2023, Bear River Health officials have confirmed six cases of E. coli infection. Preliminary findings suggest a potential cluster of cases. Estee Hunt with the BRHD discusses their investigation.

Four Indigenous tribes filed motions to intervene in late 2022, citing a personal stake in the outcome of the lawsuits filed by Utah officials involving the acreage of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monuments. The executive director of Utah Dine Bikeyah, Woody Lee, told Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News the dismissal was an opportunity for opposing sides to come together.

As Utah's governor and attorney general make plans to keep fighting, Utah environmentalists say they are cheering a judge's decision to dismiss a lawsuit over the size of national monuments in the Beehive State. Steve Bloch, the Legal Director of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance spoke with Jeff Caplan about the decision and the legal precedent on which it stands.

On Friday a District Judge in Utah dismissed, with prejudice, a lawsuit filed against the Biden Administration by Utah officials who were challenging the President's authority to redesignate large swaths of public land as national monuments. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joined Jeff Caplan with his insight into the case.

Portions of Salt Lake and Tooele Counties are under a severe thunderstorm warning as a string of storms slowly makes its way across northern Utah.

KSL Meteorologist Kevin Eubank says the storm will eventually move north across Davis and portions of Weber County at a speed of 25 miles per hour. 

Eubank said the storm is expected to bring gusty winds, heavy rain, and standing water on roadways. He said there is a potential for lightning and that residents should bring in their patio furniture as well as their garbage cans.

The Utah Department of Transportation has decided on Gondola Alternative B for Little Cottonwood Canyon, an alternative to traffic congestion in the canyon that hosts two world-class ski resorts. Josh Van Jura, the Project Manager for the Little Cottonwood EIS, joined us with initial reaction to the decision.

UDOT spokesman John Gleason joined KSL NewsRadio host Jeff Caplan and explained some of the science behind buckling roads, and how much more of this we can expect in Utah this summer. (At publication, southbound I-215 on the west belt, at 4700 South, was going to be closing at 4700 South for as long as 8 hours for road repair!)

On Friday the Supreme Court ruled in favor of a wedding website designer who had objected to creating a website for a gay couple. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joined the program to offer initial analysis.

This week the Supreme Court ruled against the Navajo Nation over claims the federal government failed to assert the Tribe's desperate need for water access. Assistant Professor at the SJ Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah, Heather Tanana, who is also a member of the Navajo Nation told Utah's Morning News the ruling was disappointing. 

A homeless camp, sponsored in part by the city, could soon come to those who need this service in Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City Council member Victoria Petro Utah's Noon News about the work to dedicate an encampment and why the city is supporting it. 

Utah State Parks spokesman Devan Chavez joined Utah's Morning News host Tim Hughes to talk about some exciting news from the Great Salt Lake -- the water level is rising and more boats are returning to the water. Chavez also has tips for boaters and those who don't have a boat but want to experience the Great Salt Lake for themselves.

The judge in the case of Kouri Richins, a Kamas woman accused of killing her husband, has issued a partial gag order in the proceedings. Greg Skordas, a spokesman for the Richins family and a KSL Legal Analyst (though not speaking in that capacity) joined Utah's Morning News host Tim Hughes to discuss the family's reaction to the gag order.

New jobs numbers dropped on Friday morning, and the number was astonishing - employers added nearly 339,000 jobs in May, much more than analysts had predicted. Senior Economist for Zions Bank, Robert Spendlove, joined Utah's morning news to add perspective and context.

Sen. Todd Weiler, R-Woods Cross, joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to discuss a sensitive materials law he sponsored that is now being used to remove the Bible from elementary and junior high schools in the Davis School District. 

KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas offers insight into a recent decision by Davis County schools to remove the Bible from shelves in elementary and middle schools. 

Why are the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day, some of the most dangerous on Utah roads? Amanda Dickson spoke with Utah Highway Patrol Sgt. Cam Roden about this yearly trend, what's behind it, and what we can all do to make the roads safer during the summer.

The long trudge for travelers at Salt Lake City International Airport will soon be over! The beginning of the end was revealed today with the opening of Concourse A. Nancy Volmer, spokesperson for the Salt Lake City International Airport, joined Utah's Morning News to discuss what travelers can expect, and what is to come in the months ahead.

New York Rep. George Santos was taken into custody on Wednesday after the U.S. Justice Dept. unsealed federal charges against him. The 13-count indictment includes counts of wire fraud and money laundering, as well as theft of public funds and making materially false statements to the U.S. House of Representatives. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joined Tim and Amanda to sort out the charges, and what happens next.

Ready for a new type of social media platform? Utah's Morning News spoke with ABC's technology reporter Mike Dobuski about Bluesky Social and why there's a wait list to check it out!

When will the Narrows be open for tourists? Does Zion National Park plan to implement entry reservations? Jonathan Schafer joined Utah's Morning News with an update on one of Utah's glorious national parks!

We spoke with the Draper Mayor Troy Walker for an update on the two homes that slid into a ravine this weekend. We asked what was new in the investigation, and what current nearby homeowners should expect. 

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The director of forest service at Utah Avalanche Center Mark Staples spoke with Tim and Amanda about what they've learned from the Pole Canyon Avalanche last week. 

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The Alta Town Marshal, Mike Morey, joined Tim and Amanda on Tuesday April 4 to discuss why he has put into place one of the ordinances available to him when snowfall becomes dangerous - deputizing citizens to help enforce interlodge orders. 

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Rocky Mountain Power spokesman Dave Eskelson joined Utah's Morning News to update listeners on a power outage that at one point was affecting 3,500 customers.

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Utah Sen. Dan McCay, one of the sponsors of HB 467 joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to respond to a lawsuit filed by Planned Parenthood of Utah and the ACLU challenging the legality of HB 467.  The bill that de-licenses all abortion clinics in Utah and forbids any new such clinics, was signed into law by Gov. Cox, and takes affect in early May, 2023.

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Royal answers all of our legal questions -- which are innumerable. Now that he is charged, will Donald Trump be publicly arrested? Will there be a trial? What makes a grand jury indictment different from others? And what sort of timeline can we expect in how this plays out?

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Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News interviewed Utah Gov. Spencer Cox hours after the governor signed multiple social media bills into law. Jeff had questions about constitutionality, how the social media rules will be enforced, and if Utah is prepared for a Supreme Court fight.

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Zions Bank Senior Economist Robert Spendlove spoke with Amanda Dickson about the two regional banks closing over the weekend, and whether the closures of SVP and Signature Bank could have any impact on Utah banks. 

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Utah Senate President J. Stuart Adams, R-Salt Lake City, joined Utah's Morning News to talk about the final day of the session. He said 2023 may turn out to be a record-breaking year as far as the number of bills is concerned. He said he is most proud of the increases granted to education funding in the state.

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KSL NewsRadio hosts Tim Hughes and Amanda Dickson spoke with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on the last day of the session. Their first question? Will he veto anything? And he described what the last day of a legislative session looks like, from a governor's standpoint.

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What happened during the 2023 Utah Legislative Session? What didn't happen? We asked House Minority Leader Angela Romero on the last day of the session.

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Based on the number of Utahns who texted the Crisis Text Line in 2021, more Utahns experienced issues with isolation and loneliness than the national average. Utah's Noon News host Maria Shilaos speaks with Dr. Shari Turner, the Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line, for insight.

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Utah House Speaker Brad Wilson joined Tim and Amanda on Utah's Morning News to discuss what work still needs to be done in the 2023 Utah Legislative Session.

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute Community Crisis Leader Rachel Lucynsk joins Utah's Noon News to discuss findings from the Institute's latest study.

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Utah's Morning News host Tim Hughes speaks with House Speaker Brad Wilson, R-Kaysville, for an update on legislative activities, including how bills on education and transgender-related issues. 

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In the second of a two-part series, learn how Utah ballots are tabulated and audited to assure accuracy and election security.

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Headed into the midterm elections, Utah elections officials want to make sure you know just how safe and secure our electoral process is. In part one of our series, “Follow the Ballot,” KSL NewsRadio’s Lindsay Aerts will take you inside the life cycle of your ballot – from voter registration to ballot security. You’ll follow along as Lindsay finds out how elections officials prevent voter fraud and how they ensure no one can tamper with the ballots.

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More than 400 evacuees from Afghanistan have arrived in Utah since the Taliban take-over. The state is expecting that number to double by February. During the Trump administration, refugee resettlement in Utah slowed to a trickle, but now, with the new Afghan arrivals, it’s more like a flood. KSL’s Andrea Smardon reports Utahns are scrambling to meet their needs in a challenging situation. 

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Utah has the "Greatest Snow on Earth," but are we ensuring its longevity for future generations to come? This KSL Podcasts In-depth features a two-episode series, hearing from various voices in the climate and ski communities to better understand the trends and concerns impacting the future of Utah's snow.

This episode features Executive Director of Save Our Canyons, Carl Fisher, Wasatch Backcountry Co-Founder, Brad Rutledge, and Snowbird Communications Director, Sarah Sherman. In these conversations, you will find discussion on trends and concerns affecting Utah’s winter seasons and how we recreate in the Wasatch Mountains. Topics include climate change, ski resort and population pressures, conservation challenges, and the Little Cottonwood Environmental Impact Study(EIS) on transportation planning. 

If you would like to view the resources referenced in this episode, check out the links below. 

Little Cottonwood EIS: 

• https://littlecottonwoodeis.udot.utah.gov/#current-phase
• https://gondolaworks.com/

Carl Fisher:

• https://saveourcanyons.org/

Brad Rutledge: 

• https://wasatchbackcountryalliance.org/

Sarah Sherman: 

• https://www.instagram.com/p/CTVXGWZAaGx/
• https://www.snowbird.com/play-forever/

Produced and hosted by Trent Sell

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