Midday with Maria Shilaos
As a respected journalist, Maria Shilaos has earned the trust of listeners across Utah. Her show isn’t just about the news—it’s about the people behind it. Join her each weekday as she digs deeper, asks the important questions, and shares the stories that connect us all.
Episodes
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Judge hears privacy arguments in Tyler Robinson case
May 19th, 2026
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Pres. Trump reaches settlement in IRS lawsuit
May 18th, 2026
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Taylorsville PD Detective facing manslaughter charges
May 14th, 2026
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Kouri Richins to be sentenced today
May 13th, 2026
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SLCo leaders to be briefed on water shortage today
May 12th, 2026
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SLCo Council votes to temporarily suspend Eva Lopez-Chavez
May 6th, 2026
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Homeless board hoping to put more money into Project Bridge
May 5th, 2026
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Santaquin nurse charged for insulin death
May 4th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show May 1st, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show May 1st, 2026
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A look back on the last year of Midday
One year ago, we launched this show as a way to go deeper into the news, to tell the stories of everyday Utahns, and to get to the heart of the issue on the top stories of the day.
It's been a massive undertaking.... one not normally seen in our industry. From working 12-plus hour days in the beginning to hectically running back-and-forth to interviews, putting this show together has been a challenge. And don't get us wrong -- every second of it has been worth it.
But as with all things... times change. And today... is our last show. Maria Shilaos will continue on Utah's Noon News and the KSL Greenhouse show, but this iteration of Midday is coming to an end.
As we wrap up this final show, we take a few minutes to remember the amazing run we had over the past year.
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Do or die: Utah Mammoth play tonight
May 1st, 2026
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UDOT announces new lanes on Pioneer Crossing
May 1st, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 30th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 30th, 2026
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Pushback on Box Elder County data center continues
April 30th, 2026
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Longest agency shutdown in history to come to an end
April 30th, 2026
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Report finds proposed SLC homeless campus not likely to be successful
April 30th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 29th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 29th, 2026
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Davis Catalyst Center to hold student-run music festival
A professional music festival this weekend is giving students at the Davis Catalyst Center a real-world, career-focused experience. Among a lot of other hands-on things, students at Davis Catalyst can get experience in fields like audio production, live event production, and the performing arts.
Maria Shilaos is joined in studio with several students from Davis Catalyst to talk about the festival. She's also joined by Natalie Stromberg, Business Development Coordinator at the school.
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Health Matters: Common summertime injuries and how to prevent them
Health Matters on Midday, where we dig into health topics you might be curious about.
The weather is getting warmer and kids will soon be out of school for summer. While that sounds like a lot of fun for younger folks, that combination can also set the stage for a lot of preventable injuries.
In this segment of Health Matters on Midday, Dr. Richard Ferguson, President-Black Physicians of Utah joins Maria Shilaos to share his experiences as an emergency department physician -- including which injuries he sees the most -- and ways to keep your families safe as you get out and enjoy the summer.
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DEA gives update on fentanyl crackdown
April 29th, 2026
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Kalshi requests injunction against state of UT
April 29th, 2026
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Man accused of starting fires in BCC facing multiple charges
April 29th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 28th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 28th, 2026
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Deep Dive: Concerns over taxes from unelected officials
Who has the power the power to tax Utahns? It's supposed to be the elected representatives for your city, county, state, or country. But there's growing concern in Utah that unelected developers are taking advantage of their power to tax people on new developments. Within many of these developments are public infrastructure districts, also known as PIDs.
Utah Investigative Journalism Project's Eric Peterson joins Midday guest host Heather Peterson to break down the issue and what he's found in his research.
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Attempts to remove harmful algal blooms
April 28th, 2026
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Former FBI director Comey indicted again today
April 28th, 2026
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Prop 4 signature gatherer accused of forgery
April 28th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 27th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 27th, 2026
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West High School students heading to national robotic competition
Robotics students from West High School in Salt Lake City are headed to nationals this week to compete against other regional robotics winners. It's a massive achievement for the team, who could also have a chance to go to the world finals. Ahead of the competition, Maria Shilaos speaks with several members of the team to find out what drives them towards success.
She's joined by coach Alison Bulson, plus teammates Ella Frandsen, Collin Wallace, and Emmet Majersik.
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Health Matters: Why you shouldn't hold onto old prescription drugs
Health Matters on Midday, where we dig into health topics you might be curious about.
Some people think holding onto old prescriptions is just being prepared. You might think it's something to hold onto... just in case. But health experts warn that keeping expired drugs around could be putting your family at risk. And if you do decide to clean out your medicine cabinet, what's the best way to get rid of the old stuff?
In this segment of Health Matters on Midday, Dr. Richard Ferguson, President-Black Physicians of Utah joins Maria Shilaos to explain why it's never a good idea to keep old prescriptions around, and why it's also never a good idea to flush them down the toilet.
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SLCo authorities using education to stop child sexual abuse
April 27th, 2026
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Due to unusual weather, tick season is early this year
April 27th, 2026
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West Bountiful neighborhood evacuated after explosives found
April 27th, 2026
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Deep Drive: Affordable Summer Fun
As many begin planning a summer getaway, the shrinking budget may mean a scale down. What are the best ways to save on your vacation? What are some good options if gas prices mean you need to stay closer to home?
In this Deep Dive, Maria Shilaos takes a look at ways you can save money for your trips, plus a slew of things you can do here locally to enjoy the summer months without breaking the bank. Whether it's a space camp for your kids, visiting a new corner of the state, or volunteering with a local library, there's so much to do this summer!
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 24th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 24th, 2026
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KSL Investigates reporter Courtney Johns discusses public voter information
More than a million Utah voters could see their personal voter information become public unless they act before a May 6, 2026, deadline, following changes to the state’s election code under SB153.
But a KSL Investigates analysis of county data, internal documents and interviews with election officials shows the process for keeping that information private is not consistent across the state, raising concerns about uneven access to protections.
KSL Investigates reporter Courtney Johns joined Maria Shilaos to discuss her recent story, "Critical gaps in how Utah voter privacy requests are denied involving a snag with a new Utah law that requires."
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Mammoth to play first-ever home playoff game tonight
April 24th, 2026
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Preview of this weekend's State Conventions
April 24th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 23rd, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 23rd, 2026
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Taking a holistic approach to domestic violence
April 23rd, 2026
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Expanding use of medical marijuana with reclassification
April 23rd, 2026
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Former BYU Football's Parker Kingston taking a plea deal
April 23rd, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 22nd, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 22nd, 2026
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Veterans groups react to Pres. Trump's order on psychedelics for veterans
We're hearing from veterans with their thoughts on President Trump's recent executive order, which expands the ability to do research on psychedelics for veteran mental health. The President signed an order over the weekend on the issue, which aims to accelerate research and improve access to psychedelic drugs as promising treatments for things like PTSD.
So what do veterans think about these changes?
For more, Maria Shilaos is joined by Juliana Mercer, a Marine Corps veteran and executive director of advocacy at Heroic Hearts Project, a group that advocates on behalf of veterans suffering from various mental illnesses.
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Thousands prepare for Salt Lake Marathon
Thousands of runners will take to Utah streets this Saturday for the annual Salt Lake Marathon. The spring time event also draws thousands of spectators and tends to catch some motorists by surprise.
In this segment, Maria Shilaos gets details on the marathon itself -- including what makes it special and which roads will be closed for the race -- from Jennifer Nelson, marketing director at High Altitude Special Events, which oversees the marathon. She also speaks with Olympian and Utah State University alum Chari Hawkins, who's serving as this year's Grand Marshal.
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Former local EMT and CPR instructor convicted of forcible sexual abuse
April 22nd, 2026
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End of April best time to list your home
April 22nd, 2026
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Wildfire burning on border of Utah and Juab Counties
April 22nd, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 21st, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 21st, 2026
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Deep Dive: What is multiple sclerosis, the disease Alan Osmond had?
A lot of eyes on the issue of multiple sclerosis today... following the death of the oldest brother in the Osmond brothers performance group. After a multi-year struggle with MS, Alan Osmond has passed away. He was 76, and leaves behind a legacy of family, faith, and music.
In this Deep Dive, Maria Shilaos takes a few moments to remember Alan Osmond, then digs into what multiple sclerosis is, how it affects the body, and the treatment options available for people who are affected by MS. She's joined in this conversation by Dr. Enrique Alvarez, medical director of the Rocky Mountain MS Center.
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Virginians head to polls to vote on redistricting
April 21st, 2026
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Both Republicans and Democrats to hold nominating conventions Saturday
April 21st, 2026
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Ben McAdams has raised over $1.5 million in mid-term election
April 21st, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 20th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 20th, 2026
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Summer childcare gets more expensive
Utah families are feeling the financial strain as they start to look at the higher childcare and summer camp costs this year. Childcare costs in general have continued to rise, but it's especially hard when working parents have to find childcare solutions they wouldn't otherwise have to pay for during the school year.
Some summer camps are cheaper than others, but even some of the more affordable options, like the YMCA, will cost $255 per child per week.
Voices for Utah Children Policy Analyst Jennifer Stout joins Maria Shilaos and says she know from personal experience how expensive summer childcare is... even for just one kid.
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Businesses can now apply for tariff refunds
April 20th, 2026
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Update in Springville double homicide case
April 20th, 2026
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Early-morning shooting at Downtown hotel
April 20th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 17th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 17th, 2026
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Honoring the impact small businesses have on Utah's economy
Several Utah small businesses were honored today for their contributions and success here in the state. The Utah District Office of the U.S. Small Business Association hosted an awards luncheon earlier today to recognize small businesses and the state's SBA top lenders.
SBA regional administrator Justin Everett joins Maria Shilaos to talk more about the awards, the power of small businesses, and the resources available from the federal government to help small businesses expand and grow.
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Crowd gathered at Capitol asks SCOTUS to protect TPS
April 17th, 2026
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Utah Supreme Court pushing back on investigation into sitting Justice
April 17th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 16th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 16th, 2026
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Deep Dive: Israel and Lebanon reach temporary ceasefire
The countries of Israel and Lebanon have reached a temporary ceasefire, potentially leading to further long-term peace between the United States and Iran. President Trump announced the agreement on social media late this morning, saying the 10-day ceasefire would begin this evening.
The developments come after Iran insisted that strikes on Lebanon must stop as part of any longer-term deal for peace with the U.S. and Israel.
In these Deep Dive, Maria Shilaos discusses the news and what it could mean as the U.S. works towards an end to the conflict with Iran. She's joined by Amos Guiora, a law professor at the University of Utah who has close ties and connections to Israel.
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Big Boy steam engine comes barreling into Utah
The famous Big Boy steam engine is about to roll into Ogden for a multi-day stop over. The engine usually tours around the western U.S. nearly every summer. But in honor of the country's 250th birthday, Union Pacific is sending the engine from coast-to-coast.
It chugged through Utah earlier this month on its way to California, but that was just a quick stop. This weekend, it'll be in Ogden for a few days to give train fans young and old the opportunity to get up close and personal with the massive historic steam engine.
For more on this event, Maria Shilaos speaks with Ed Dickens, chief locomotive engineer on Big Boy.
For more information on the famous steam engine and its trip across the country for the United States' 250th birthday, visit https://www.up.com/about-us/history/steam/schedule.
Joining me to talk more about the event is Ed Dickens... the chief locomotive engineer on Big Boy.
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How long will food prices continue to rise?
April 16th, 2026
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Freeze warnings over next couple days
April 16th, 2026
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SLC School District considers raising price of school lunch
April 16th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 15th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 15th, 2026
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It's Tax Day!
April 15th, 2026
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SLC leaders consider expanding camping ban
April 15th, 2026
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Utah ranked state with best economic outlook
April 15th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 14th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 14th, 2026
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University of Utah Health opens brand-new center for medical innovation
Today, University of Utah Health opened their very first center for medical innovation. The 60,000 square foot, four-level, state-of-the-art facility is named in honor of James LeVoy Sorenson, and it's designed to help advance and accelerate medical research here in Utah.
So what could that mean for you -- a potential patient? For more information, Maria Shiloas speaks with Mark Paul, executive director of the new center.
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Standoff in the Strait: Farmers see rise in cost of growing food
April 14th, 2026
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Utahns unregister to vote after learning of new privacy laws
April 14th, 2026
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Tooele family shaken after masked teens attempt break-in
April 14th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 13th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 13th, 2026
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Health Matters: Sun and skin
Health Matters on Midday, where we dig into health topics you might be curious about.
As it starts to look more like summer and we are spending more time outdoors, it's time to restock the sunscreen. Sure, it may be a little cooler right now, but the warm temperatures we had in March are sure to return as we move closer into summer. So why not get the sunscreen now... before everyone else does?
In this segment of Health Matters on Midday, Dr. Richard Ferguson, President-Black Physicians of Utah joins Maria Shilaos to talk about the importance of using sunscreen for health and not just cosmetics.
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New numbers show downward trend in housing market
April 13th, 2026
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Three prominent Utah families donating towards effort to save the GSL
April 13th, 2026
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Body found in Jordanelle Reservoir believed to be accident
April 13th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 10th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 10th, 2026
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Utah Mammoth are officially in Stanley Cup playoffs
April 10th, 2026
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High gas prices causing inflation in all areas
April 10th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 9th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 9th, 2026
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Deep Dive: The Cost of Conflict
Since the war in Iran began 6 weeks ago, the world has seen a huge spike in the cost for a slew of things, including gasoline, diesel, plastics, and fertilizer -- all things that relied heavily on the Strait of Hormuz being open. The biggest cost most Utahns have seen is with gas and diesel. And with the amount of goods transported thanks to gasoline and diesel, the costs have or will trickle-down to almost everything we use every single day.
In this Deep Dive -- The Cost of Conflict -- Maria Shilaos looks at the costs of the War in Iran on American families, Utah small business owners, and the job market as a whole.
She's joined in this discussion by:
- Liz Pancotti, managing director of Policy and Advocacy at Groundwork Collaborative
- President Mary C. Daly, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
- Cory Stahle, economist at the Indeed Hiring Lab
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As summer approaches, UHP reminds drivers to slow down
April 9th, 2026
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Expanded affordable housing project holds groundbreaking ceremony today
April 9th, 2026
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VP Vance says Lebanon dispute was misunderstanding
April 9th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 8th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 8th, 2026
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A look at Congressional Campaign finances
April 8th, 2026
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War in Iran: Special coverage on Midday
April 8th, 2026
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West Jordan FD has seen steady increase in calls over last 15 years
April 8th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 7th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 7th, 2026
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Pilot program aims to help young athletes eat healthier snacks
As more kids are gearing up for outdoor summer sports, a new program is aimed at encouraging their parents to help them to "eat like a champion." The program is a partnership between Get Healthy Utah, and Utah Recreation and Parks.
Alysia Ducuara, Executive Director of Get Healthy Utah, joins Maria Shilaos to explain more about the goal of the program, which encourages healthier snacks for kids participating in youth sports.
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Utah being sued by local kratom manufacturers
April 7th, 2026
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"A whole civilization will die tonight", President Trump threatens
April 7th, 2026
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Video shows ICE agent's account of a January incident is false
April 7th, 2026
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Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 6th, 2026
Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show April 6th, 2026