KSL's Inside Sources

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

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

It's cloudy… so that might make it hard to enjoy the spectacular sight in the skies tonight. But don't worry, it'll be back next year too. We finish up today's show talking about the Perseid meteor shower -- it's been going on this whole week, but tonight is supposed to be peak viewing. Fingers crossed for some clear skies!

A bit of weather change is finally on the way -- cooler temperatures and incoming monsoonal moisture are on deck throughout the rest of the week. Holly is so excited for fall and some cold temperatures! But the incoming changes may be short-lived… we may heat back up again before it really cools down. KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson explains.

Here's an interesting question for you: should people trust human fact-checkers or AI fact-checkers more when it comes to politics? One may certainly be faster, but is either more accurate? There are certainly pros and cons to both sides; Greg and Holly discuss their thoughts and read listeners' texts with their thoughts.

A bit of developing news this morning -- the defense team representing Tyler Robinson argues that the prosecution should not be able to push for aggravated murder charges. In a new motion just filed, the defense says there were no aggravating factors in the shooting of Charlie Kirk and that their client shouldn't stand trial for aggravated murder and six other charges. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares his perspective and continued frustration with the timeline on the case thus far.

During this primary election season, many have watched the Republican candidates as an example of how voters feel about President Trump and the MAGA movement. But with last night's primaries, we're also looking at the Democratic Party and whether Democrats want their party to go more central or go even more to the left. Your voice, your vote -- what could yesterday's primaries tell us about the upcoming general election?

The Trump Administration is 0 for 22 in its fight to get voter rolls access in all 50 states. And now -- to add to those losses -- a federal judge has told the United States Postal Service (USPS) to ignore the President's earlier executive order, which would have barred the postal service from delivering mail-in ballots in states that refused to turn over voter information to the Department of Justice. Greg gives us his legal takes.

According to the Associated Press, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will give agents gloves that can deliver electric shocks. It almost sounds like a taser, but in glove form. Greg's confused about the technology, and Holly hates the idea. They have a discussion about their concerns and how they think ICE could better enforce the law while also maintaining dignity for every human being.

It's not a great outlook for the Great Salt Lake, even with an increase in water conservation from everyday Utahns. The lake is approaching one of its lowest levels in recorded history. Water managers say things could have been a whole lot worse this year, but that doesn't mean the worst couldn't happen next year. KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small has been digging into plans from state leaders to help the lake just in case we have another severely lackluster winter.

Inflation cooled just a hair last month, but it's still above where the Feds want it to be. Even with that decrease, prices for just about everything remain high. So why the disconnect? And could this teeny tiny slip in inflation push the Feds to lower interest rates... especially when mixed with that dismal jobs report that came out last week?  Right on the Money -- how will this affect your bottom line? Joining the program is Dr. Michael Kofoed, associate professor of economics at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.

It's finally here! For thousands of Utah students, today is the first day back to school. Two districts are back in session: Granite and Iron. With a new year comes a whole lot of stress, uncertainty, and anxiety... for both the kids and the parents. Holly is sending one of her kids to junior high school this year; she talks about the anxiety both she and her daughter are feeling right now. Granite School District Superintendent Ben Horsley joins the program to share updates on how the first day of school is going in his district and the resources available to help kids transition in the new year.

• Money, money, money -- it's time for Truth in Taxation meetings!
• Ask the Attorney: Pushes for the University of Utah to be declared a "sanctuary campus"
• Local physicians share concerns with President Trump's EO on childhood vaccinations
• CNBC releases list of jobs it says are AI-proof
• Back to School: Being safe in school zones, around school buses
• How might data centers affect property taxes?
• Recent Air Force One stunt from President Trump over security concerns stuns many
• Study: dogs can read their human's emotions based on their face

Can your dog read your face? New research says yes. Whelp, so much for keeping secrets from my dogs! What's next? They'll learn to spell words, so I can't spell "T-R-E-A-T" or "W-A-L-K" anymore? Yeesh.

We're learning today that President Trump participated in a kind of magical act -- or spy stunt -- when returning from the NATO summit in Turkey. According to the Washington Post, the President boarded Air Force One (in full view of everyone else), then stealthily left the plane on a catering cart and boarded another plane to fly home. Greg and Holly discuss this kind of real-life "Mission: Impossible" scenario involving the President.

How might property taxes change due to data center expansions? New research from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute finds Utah’s growing data center industry could have a surprising impact on property taxes. Researchers are calling it the "boomerang effect." KSL NewsRadio's Eric Cabrera joins the program to explain. Greg and Holly then discuss a proposal from a Utah state legislator that would limit the ability of Utah's Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) when it comes to new projects on areas not near an existing military site.

Across the Wasatch Front, hundreds of thousands of children and teens are heading back to school. Over the next few weeks, the roads will get busier in the mornings and afternoons thanks to kids walking, biking, or bussing to and from school. So what can your kids do to remain safe? And what can you -- the parent (and driver) -- do to promote safety? In this back-to-school segment, Greg and Holly speak with two experts: Benjamin Donner, executive director of the American Red Cross Central and Southern Utah Chapter and Jason Mettmann, Communications Manager for the Utah Highway Safety Office.

AI this and AI that -- we talk about artificial intelligence so much! But it's constantly growing and evolving, so it makes sense, right? Today, Greg and Holy discuss a new list from CNBC that lists the top ten jobs that are insulated from being taken over by AI. So if you're in the mood to change jobs and want something AI can't do (for now), you have to check out this conversation.

President Trump is attempting to limit the number of childhood vaccinations... even though the broader medical community disagrees. In this segment, Holly and Greg discuss the President's executive order and how medical and science professionals are responding. Dr. Richard Ferguson, an emergency room doctor and President of the Black Physicians of Utah joins the program to explain how parents should take this news and the conversations they should have with their physicians.

At the University of Utah, there's a push from some student groups to have the university be declared a "sanctuary campus." School leadership is expected to meet with those students today, saying they will hear their concerns and issues. But in the end… can a public university in the state of Utah even do what these students are asking? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares some insights in this version of "Ask the Attorney."

Unless you're a rich man, you might want to pay attention to this next story: property taxes could be going up in your neighborhood! Truth in Taxation meetings are underway around the state and Salt Lake City will be holding one tonight. If you're new to Utah, you might not be super familiar with these kinds of meetings, what they are, how they work, and how you can be involved in the decisions around your hard-earned dollars going to taxes. Inside Sources breaks it all down with Billy Hesterman, President of the Utah Taxpayers Association.

Heartbreaking developments overnight, as residents of Henefer were forced to evacuate their homes due to the Rocky Canyon Fire. Just this morning, we learned the fire is just a bit larger than 13,000 square acres and is 23% contained. That's good news for folks living nearby, but it doesn't negate the stress and worry they've been living with since fleeing their homes. Holly has some personal experience with losing a home and talks about the raw emotion and depression that comes from being in that situation. The hosts also discuss the overall financial costs of a potentially record-breaking fire season here in Utah.

• Immigration and Customs Enforcement: body cameras for agents, courts bursting at the seams
• Middle East Developments: "low-key" negotiations with Iran, Israel rejects Trump's peace plan with Gaza
• Back-to-School: 3,000 new teachers prepare for school year
• Back-to-School: The costs teachers often cover themselves
• Poll: 66% of Americans want more oversight of social media companies
• Pres. Trump looking for new ways to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
• Ask the Attorney: Prosecutors seek death penalty for third time against convicted killer Doug Lovell
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces major donation to help women and children

An emotional announcement from the General Relief Society President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Friday, as President Camille Johnson announced a $65-million donation from the Church towards caring for women and children. Inside Sources' Holly Richardson was able to attend the donation; she explains what happened and why it's so important.

Doug Lovell, the man convicted and sentenced to death twice for the 1985 killing of Joyce Yost, was back in court today. Both of his previous sentences were overturned, but prosecutors are trying again. This time, they want to use artificial intelligence to clone Yost's voice, which would be based on recordings of her talking to police. In this edition of "Ask the Attorney," Holly asks KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas to explain what's prevented the death sentences from sticking in the past, plus what might make this time around different.

Despite rulings from the Supreme Court blocking President Trump's earlier attempt, the President is looking for different ways to fire Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve Governor. SCOTUS Blog Managing Editor Kelsey Dallas joins Inside Sources to explain what the President's trying to do differently this time around. She also explains some recent polling that finds more and more Republicans are losing confidence in the country's highest court.