Data Centers, Property Taxes, and the Utah Family Running in Crocs

KSL News Daily

Data Centers, Property Taxes, and the Utah Family Running in Crocs

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Published on Aug 20, 2026, 5:00:59 AM
Total time: 00:20:01

Episode Description
Data centers are taking center stage on Utah’s Capitol Hill, as lawmakers examine their impact on energy, water and property taxes during this week’s interim committee meetings. On today’s episode of the KSL News Daily, Maria Shilaos and KSL TV Investigative Reporter Daniella Rivera take an in-depth look at the key issues surrounding data center growth and what it could mean for Utah communities.

Plus, we’ll meet a Utah family of runners drawing international attention after one son placed fourth in a half marathon while wearing Crocs.

And in our Three Things You Need to Know: Top officials in the U.S. Departments of Energy and Environmental Protection are in Utah to advance the President's energy plan, the CDC says about 13% of Utah kindergartners were opted out of immunizations and Intermountain Health is opening a new cancer center in Park City.  
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Join us on the KSL News Daily, where we delve deep into the stories that shape Utah. Every weekday, our dedicated host Maria Shilaos brings you an in-depth analysis of a pressing story in the news alongside a quick update on the three things you need to know to start your day. With the expertise and hard work of the journalists at KSL News, you can expect coverage in context and a nuanced understanding of the Beehive state’s unique landscape. Tune in to stay informed, engaged, and connected to the heart of Utah's news.