KSL's Inside Sources

• Pres. Trump attends NATO summit in Türkiye
• Team USA loses to Belgium, no longer in the World Cup
• Preliminary hearing for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk continues for a second day
• Beyond Box Elder: Learning from those who live near data centers in Virginia
• What's next for the Utah Senate with President Adams' departure?
• Betting on wildfires
• White House report slams Smithsonian Museums over presenting 'radical views' of American history
• Legendary 9th & 9th whale has a baby!

Congratulations are in store for Salt Lake City's 9th & 9th whale... for having a baby! The lore around the whale -- officially called "Out of the Blue" -- just continues to grow. Fans of the whale say they're mystified by this new addition. One person online wrote, "it's the baby we didn't know we needed, but somehow will bring us closer together."

The country's top museums are facing fire from the Trump Administration over a new report claiming the museums are engaging in extreme political activism by presenting 'radical views' of American history. Historians slam the report, saying it's unnecessarily adding more politics into history itself. It's often said that victors write history, but how does that apply when looking back at our own history? Greg and Holly discuss.

People can bet on just about anything nowadays. But wildfires? That's a new one... and it's quickly burning out of control. We're talking about prediction markets -- the very things the Utah legislature has been trying to rein in over the last few years. But this isn't just a legal question; it's a moral question. Is it okay to bet on new and ongoing wildfires? And could that lead some people to start fires... just to make a buck? Deseret News opinion editor Jay Evensen has been following all sorts of gambling stories -- he's basically an expert -- and he joins the program for this conversation.

It was arguably one of the biggest upsets of Utah's primary elections -- Senate President Stuart Adams losing his seat. Among the reasons many people gave was his role in MIDA approving the Stratos data center project in Box Elder County. Now that President Adams is effectively a lame-duck Senator, we're taking a look at what's to come for the Utah Senate. As they prepare for the next general session in January, what's in store for this chamber of the Utah Legislature?

Data centers continue to be all the rage right now. We saw the role the incoming Stratos data center in Box Elder County played in the recent primaries -- people have really strong feelings about these projects. KSL Investigates dug into the data centers that already exist around the country -- including a massive cluster of them in Virginia -- in a place called "data center alley." KSL Investigator Daniella Rivera joins to share more on what she found in her investigation.

You can catch much more on KSL's investigation – Beyond Box Elder: The Bet on Data Centers – by tuning into KSL 5 TV Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights at 10 o'clock.

The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson continues for another day. Remember, he's the man charged with shooting and killing political influencer Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University last year. The prosecution is trying to convince the judge to move this ahead to trial. But the defense is taking every opportunity it can to object to the prosecution's moves. KSL NewsRadio reporter Heather Peterson was at the courthouse in Provo all day yesterday; she joins Greg and Holly with updates.

Well... it was fun while it lasted. But this morning, the U.S. is officially out of the World Cup. The team joins Mexico and Canada -- all three host countries of this year's World Cup. Team USA lost last night to Belgium 4- 1. Inside Sources discusses the red flag controversy that may have overshadowed the team's final math.

President Trump has touched down in Turkey as he heads to the NATO summit. The meeting comes at a rather interesting time, as the President continues his complaints about the military alliance. The President has repeatedly complained about NATO, saying member countries haven't stepped up to help the U.S. with the war in Iran -- which the president says they should do. NewsNation White House Correspondent Kellie Meyer shares updates with Greg and Holly.

The Springville campus of a controversial treatment school for troubled youth had its license revoked. Now, the Provo Canyon School must wind down operations at the campus by the beginning of August. The school came into the spotlight a few years ago after celebrity Paris Hilton testified on Utah's Capitol Hill about the treatment and alleged abuse she faced when attending years ago. That testimony came as State Senator Mike McKell sponsored legislation to increase oversight over these so-called treatment facilities; he joins to share his reaction. KSL NewsRadio's Cameron Elliott joins first to break down the new developments.

• July 4^th weekend has several DUI incidents, fires started from fireworks 
• Peacebuilding: What can we learn about peace from different cultures? 
• Lessons on marriage: What can Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce learn from couples married 70 years? 
• Record-breaking rowing event 

• Kouri Richins' defense team asks for brand new trial
• Team USA moves onto next stage in the World Cup
• Utah Firewatch: Some firefighters may have been exposed to toxic minerals, chemicals
• America250: Celebrating everything that makes our country great

In this special edition of Inside Sources, we go all-in on America250. For the last half of today's show, we celebrate our nation's special birthday. And while we do have a lot of challenges and there are several areas where we could improve, at the end of the day, we really do have a lot to celebrate and be grateful for. We cover some more serious topics, some historical topics, and the importance of breaking bread with our neighbors. We finish things off with a fun taste test of several America-branded snacks and treats. We're joined in this special by:

• Kyle Fox, co-founder of Follow the Flag
• Jennie Taylor, Gold Star widow and founder of the Major Brent Taylor Foundation
• Clint Ensign, historical author
• Steven Handy, America250 Utah commission member and member of Utah America's Potluck Task Force
• Sarah Pettit with Associated Food Stores (and a member of Utah America's Potluck Task Force)
• Renee Leta, Director of Communications for America250 Utah

Firefighters working on the Iron Fire burning down near Eureka may have been exposed to toxic hazards while fighting the fire and cleaning up areas afterwards. In a new letter sent out to crews who were on the fire, state and federal fire officials say it's due to the Eureka Mills Superfund site and surrounding areas. Soil near the historic Eureka Mills/Tintic Mine is heavily polluted with lead and other metals like mercury, arsenic and thallium, so there's an increased risk that fire crews may have been exposed to these toxins. What kind of precautions and measures are in place now to try to protect fire crews? Incident Commander Cliff McClure explains.

American soccer fans are riding a high today following last night's Team USA win against Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0. Chants echoed around the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium Wednesday night, as the U.S. team won its first knockout round game in the World Cup for the first time in 24 years. Inside Sources explains how the game went and what Team USA fans can look forward to in the next round.

The woman convicted of killing her husband with fentanyl -- then writing a children's book on grief -- is asking the courts for a new trial. In a new request, attorneys for Kouri Richins claim bias, irregularities, and undue prejudice tainted the last trial. They also claim that information on financial crimes from Richins shouldn't have been allowed in the murder trial. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the arguments and explains why he's not sure the arguments hold water.

The 250th birthday of our country -- it's just about finally here. The longer holiday weekend means celebrations are starting early, with many of them already underway. While the 4th of July is a time of celebration and excitement, it can also be a dangerous time -- fireworks, lots of people drinking, and more. And since fireworks are out across most of the state, you may be thinking about some other ways to celebrate the holiday. In this segment, Inside Sources talks about the dangers of driving under the influence. We also discuss boating under the influence and the dangers around that with Captain Chase Pili, Public Information Officer with the Utah Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division.

As we approach our nation's 250th birthday, it may feel like we are more divided than ever on the issues that matter. But as Utahns, we've always had an ability to look past our differences and come together. In this special presentation from KSL NewsRadio – and sponsored by America First Credit Union and the State of Utah – legendary KSL host Doug Wright moderates a panel on finding unity amidst our political differences. Panelists include former Utah Governor Mike Leavitt, chair of the Utah Democratic Party Brian King, and founding partner at Elevate Strategies Gabi Finlayson. 

• Republicans to hold first-ever convention ahead of the midterm elections 
• U.S. House fails to move agenda forward, leaves early for Independence Day holiday 
• Commentary on the fallout of SCOTUS' opinion upholding birthright citizenship 
• State Senator apologizes for spreading false claims about data center pushback 
• Housing scams on the rise in Utah 
• "If I were a rich man..." -- Americans still working towards endless wealth 
• America250: Different flavors of patriotism