KSL at Night

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

Amendment D now heads to the Utah Supreme Court
Just a day after a judge said Amendment D was “void,” the state filed their appeal to the Utah Supreme Court. Their petition just came out this afternoon; KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas tore right through it. We start the show off discussing the latest developments in this situation and what the state’s saying in their appeal to the higher court.

Election betting legalized, then illegalized again
For a few hours on Thursday, election betting was legal here in the United States. A judge said it was okay, but a quickly-filed appeal put another pause on it. The back-and-forth got us thinking: why isn’t election betting okay? If other kinds of betting are largely legal – including sports betting – why isn’t it okay to bet on candidates? Dave Noriega, co-host of Dave and Dujanovic on KSL NewsRadio and a former sports journalist joins the conversation to help explain why we can’t compare other kinds of gambling to betting on elections.

Changes to Ogden’s city government approved in lieu of HB261
HB261 – the “anti DEI bill” – forbids public institutions from having separate offices and departments focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The bill’s effects on institutes of higher education have been well-documented and discussed, but it also affected the Ogden Diversity Commission. Ogden Mayor Ben Nadolski joins KSL at Night to talk about the changes coming to the commission’s name and focus. Listen in to hear how the intent of the commission is still the same.

Harris sees a boost in the polls following presidential debate
We’re seeing new poll numbers following Tuesday’s presidential debate; they show a boost in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris. How’s the Trump campaign reacting to these numbers? KSL at Night hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas discuss the latest polling and talk about where the trends are heading now.

Utah judge rules on the privacy of NIL contracts between universities and athletes
This week, a judge ruled that public universities in Utah can continue to keep NIL agreements private. Those contracts – dealing with an athlete’s name, image, and likeness – have been a point of contention between news organizations, universities, and the state legislature. We break down what the latest ruling means.

AG Merrick Garland denounces attacks on the Department of Justice
The attorney general is denouncing “dangerous” and “outrageous” attacks on the Department of Justice. It comes as DOJ prosecutors and personnel have reported more and more attacks on them, largely from people on the fringe sides of the political spectrum. Garland also reaffirmed that the department would continue to “follow the facts.” Listen in for our discussion on what he said.

Discussion: when does a person consume too much political news?
When does political news consumption move from being informed to feeling overwhelmed? New survey results give us a better look into how men and women across the country feel about political news. KSL at Night hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas discuss their own political news consumption habits and how they keep from getting overwhelmed.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

When does political news consumption move from being informed to feeling overwhelmed? New survey results give us a better look into how men and women across the country feel about political news. KSL at Night hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas discuss their own political news consumption habits and how they keep from getting overwhelmed.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

The attorney general is denouncing “dangerous” and “outrageous” attacks on the Department of Justice. It comes as DOJ prosecutors and personnel have reported more and more attacks on them, largely from people on the fringe sides of the political spectrum. Garland also reaffirmed that the department would continue to “follow the facts.” Listen in for our discussion on what he said.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

This week, a judge ruled that public universities in Utah can continue to keep NIL agreements private. Those contracts – dealing with an athlete’s name, image, and likeness – have been a point of contention between news organizations, universities, and the state legislature. We break down what the latest ruling means.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

We’re seeing new poll numbers following Tuesday’s presidential debate; they show a boost in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris. How’s the Trump campaign reacting to these numbers? KSL at Night hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas discuss the latest polling and talk about where the trends are heading now.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

HB261 – the “anti DEI bill” – forbids public institutions from having separate offices and departments focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The bill’s effects on institutes of higher education have been well-documented and discussed, but it also affected the Ogden Diversity Commission. Ogden Mayor Ben Nadolski joins KSL at Night to talk about the changes coming to the commission’s name and focus. Listen in to hear how the intent of the commission is still the same.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

For a few hours on Thursday, election betting was legal here in the United States. A judge said it was okay, but a quickly-filed appeal put another pause on it. The back-and-forth got us thinking: why isn’t election betting okay? If other kinds of betting are largely legal – including sports betting – why isn’t it okay to bet on candidates? Dave Noriega, co-host of Dave and Dujanovic on KSL NewsRadio and a former sports journalist joins the conversation to help explain why we can’t compare other kinds of gambling to betting on elections.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner

Just a day after a judge said Amendment D was “void,” the state filed their appeal to the Utah Supreme Court. Their petition just came out this afternoon; KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas tore right through it. We start the show off discussing the latest developments in this situation and what the state’s saying in their appeal to the higher court.

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Rusty Cannon

Utah judge rules Amendment D “void,” still allows it to go on the ballot
In what appears to be an historic decision, a Utah judge has ruled that Amendment D – the ballot question dealing with how citizen initiatives are processed – is “void.” But the question will still appear on the November ballot. The state says it will appeal the decision; county clerks are able to print the ballots in the meantime. How did we get here? And what specific points did the judge make in her ruling? KSL at Night hosts Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon break it all down for our listeners.

Congressional Republicans struggling to pass funding bill to avoid government shutdown
Another government shutdown looms as Congress struggles to pass a funding bill. The big holdup this time? Allocating funding for the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship in order to vote in federal elections. We go into detail on why Speaker Mike Johnson pulled the bill off the House floor and what other hurdles remain before the government runs out of funding.

Former President Trump says he won’t do another debate with V.P. Harris
Today, former President Donald Trump said he would not do another debate against Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump claims that he won Tuesday night’s debate, but pundits aren’t entirely sure that’s accurate. Even still, is avoiding another debate a smart political move? The KSL at Night hosts share their thoughts and discuss what the candidates have been doing in the last two days.

Digging into the court’s decision to block Utah’s social media laws
Ahead of the implementation of several laws dealing with social media protections for minors, a federal judge has granted an injunction, meaning the laws won’t go into effect as planned. We take some time to dig into all the details of the lawsuit and the injunction. Carl Szabo, Vice President and General Counsel at NetChoice joins us to give the plaintiff’s point of view. Utah State Representative Jordan Teuscher also joins to share the view of the Legislature, one of the defendants in the case.

Life lessons from Utah’s centenarians
More than 150 members of the Governor’s Century Club of Utah gathered to celebrate their age and life experiences. Each of the members has become a centenarian, so they’ve seen a lot on their journeys through life. We finish off tonight’s show with a look into how life has changed over the past 100 years. If you’re interested in hearing some life advice from people who really know about life, listen in!

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Rusty Cannon

More than 150 members of the Governor’s Century Club of Utah gathered to celebrate their age and life experiences. Each of the members has become a centenarian, so they’ve seen a lot on their journeys through life. We finish off tonight’s show with a look into how life has changed over the past 100 years. If you’re interested in hearing some life advice from people who really know about life, listen in!

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Rusty Cannon

Ahead of the implementation of several laws dealing with social media protections for minors, a federal judge has granted an injunction, meaning the laws won’t go into effect as planned. We take some time to dig into all the details of the lawsuit and the injunction. Carl Szabo, Vice President and General Counsel at NetChoice joins us to give the plaintiff’s point of view. Utah State Representative Jordan Teuscher also joins to share the view of the Legislature, one of the defendants in the case.

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Rusty Cannon

Today, former President Donald Trump said he would not do another debate against Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump claims that he won Tuesday night’s debate, but pundits aren’t entirely sure that’s accurate. Even still, is avoiding another debate a smart political move? The KSL at Night hosts share their thoughts and discuss what the candidates have been doing in the last two days.

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Rusty Cannon

Another government shutdown looms as Congress struggles to pass a funding bill. The big holdup this time? Allocating funding for the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship in order to vote in federal elections. We go into detail on why Speaker Mike Johnson pulled the bill off the House floor and what other hurdles remain before the government runs out of funding.

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Rusty Cannon

In what appears to be an historic decision, a Utah judge has ruled that Amendment D – the ballot question dealing with how citizen initiatives are processed – is “void.” But the question will still appear on the November ballot. The state says it will appeal the decision; county clerks are able to print the ballots in the meantime. How did we get here? And what specific points did the judge make in her ruling? KSL at Night hosts Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon break it all down for our listeners.

Host: Adam Gardiner

Insights and analysis into the gubernatorial debate
We kick off this special KSL at Night with a live recap of tonight’s gubernatorial debate. Three candidates took to the debate stage at Salt Lake Community College: incumbent Republican Spencer Cox, Democrat Brian King, and Libertarian Rob Latham. What were the main focuses of the debate? Any big topics discussed? What about personal attacks – were there any? KSL at Night host Adam Gardiner provides in-depth analysis and shares his insights into the debate.

Digging into the presidential debate between Harris and Trump
Last night, America got to see Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump come together on the debate stage for the first time. There were jabs, extreme facial expressions, “corrections” from the moderators, and so much more. But through all of the non-answers, did the American people come away learning anything? Between the two candidates, did either come away stronger? KSL at Night host Adam Gardiner shares his long list of insights.

Getting a DC-insider’s perspective on the presidential debate
What did people in Washington, D.C. think about the debate last night? Did either candidate give better answers as it relates to things like the economy and foreign policy? Matt Waldrip, Managing Partner at Dauntless Capital Partners and a former contractor with the RNC, joins the program to share his thoughts on the debate. He and Adam talk about where things go from here.

Hearing held on the Amendment D Lawsuit
Today, the 3rd District Court heard arguments from the plaintiffs and defendants in a lawsuit about Amendment D, the ballot question on citizen initiatives. County clerks across the state are eager to start printing the ballots for November’s election, so this lawsuit is causing some anxiety. However, the judge has said she’d make a decision tonight; KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas says it’s an incredibly quick turnaround. He joins the show to fill our listeners in on today’s hearing.

Host: Adam Gardiner

Today, the 3rd District Court heard arguments from the plaintiffs and defendants in a lawsuit about Amendment D, the ballot question on citizen initiatives. County clerks across the state are eager to start printing the ballots for November’s election, so this lawsuit is causing some anxiety. However, the judge has said she’d make a decision tonight; KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas says it’s an incredibly quick turnaround. He joins the show to fill our listeners in on today’s hearing.

Host: Adam Gardiner

What did people in Washington, D.C. think about the debate last night? Did either candidate give better answers as it relates to things like the economy and foreign policy? Matt Waldrip, Managing Partner at Dauntless Capital Partners and a former contractor with the RNC, joins the program to share his thoughts on the debate. He and Adam talk about where things go from here.

Host: Adam Gardiner

Last night, America got to see Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump come together on the debate stage for the first time. There were jabs, extreme facial expressions, “corrections” from the moderators, and so much more. But through all of the non-answers, did the American people come away learning anything? Between the two candidates, did either come away stronger? KSL at Night host Adam Gardiner shares his long list of insights.

Host: Adam Gardiner

We kick off this special KSL at Night with a live recap of tonight’s gubernatorial debate. Three candidates took to the debate stage at Salt Lake Community College: incumbent Republican Spencer Cox, Democrat Brian King, and Libertarian Rob Latham. What were the main focuses of the debate? Any big topics discussed? What about personal attacks – were there any? KSL at Night host Adam Gardiner provides in-depth analysis and shares his insights into the debate.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray

Lawsuit aims to remove Amendment D from the November ballot
The future of Amendment D could be in jeopardy following a lawsuit to get it removed from the ballot. Utah’s 3rd District Court will hear arguments on Wednesday. The plaintiffs say the "certified ballot language fails to accurately submit the amendment to the voters." Legislative leaders say critics are “trying to obstruct Utahns.” KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins to break down the newest suit.

Previewing this week’s gubernatorial debate
Three gubernatorial candidates will take to the debate stage on Wednesday, discussing why they believe Utahns should vote for them. In a major two-party political system, why is there a third candidate on the stage? We discuss the issues bound to be debated, and share insights into the data from the Utah Debate Commission that led to three candidates making the cut.

What are Leah and Maura expecting during tomorrow’s presidential debate?
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off for the first time tomorrow night. The pivotal debate has strict rules in place for the two candidates, including muted microphones and no notes, among others. Leah Murray and Maura Carabello discuss what they expect out of tomorrow's debate, and compare it to presidential debates of the past. Maura also offers thoughts on how candidates can prepare for debates.

Congress returns for a busy Fall session; what’s on the agenda?
First up on Congress’ agenda as they return to the Capitol: avoiding a government shutdown. Republicans want to add a noncitizen voting bill to the budget proposal; why? What else is Congress hoping to achieve before the end of the year? KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello fill our listeners in on what other things Congress wants to do.

The impact of housing unaffordability on health
Utah’s housing issues – both in terms of affordability and living conditions – are having negative effects on Utahns’ health. That’s according to a new study from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. Melanie Beagley, Public Policy Analyst at the Institute breaks down the research. The KSL at Night hosts then spend some time discussing their own experiences and thoughts on housing and health.

How the internet and social media have reshaped American politics
As people across the country increasingly turn to social media and other platforms to get their news, the sphere of social media has become a new public space for discussing – and often arguing bitterly – about political and social issues. How are people interacting with politics on social media? KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello talk about how they navigate political life online.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray

As people across the country increasingly turn to social media and other platforms to get their news, the sphere of social media has become a new public space for discussing – and often arguing bitterly – about political and social issues. How are people interacting with politics on social media? KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello talk about how they navigate political life online.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray

Utah’s housing issues – both in terms of affordability and living conditions – are having negative effects on Utahns’ health. That’s according to a new study from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. Melanie Beagley, Public Policy Analyst at the Institute breaks down the research. The KSL at Night hosts then spend some time discussing their own experiences and thoughts on housing and health.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray

First up on Congress’ agenda as they return to the Capitol: avoiding a government shutdown. Republicans want to add a noncitizen voting bill to the budget proposal; why? What else is Congress hoping to achieve before the end of the year? KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello fill our listeners in on what other things Congress wants to do.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off for the first time tomorrow night. The pivotal debate has strict rules in place for the two candidates, including muted microphones and no notes, among others. Leah Murray and Maura Carabello discuss what they expect out of tomorrow's debate, and compare it to presidential debates of the past. Maura also offers thoughts on how candidates can prepare for debates.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray

Three gubernatorial candidates will take to the debate stage on Wednesday, discussing why they believe Utahns should vote for them. In a major two-party political system, why is there a third candidate on the stage? We discuss the issues bound to be debated, and share insights into the data from the Utah Debate Commission that led to three candidates making the cut.