KSL's Inside Sources

Some of the topics covered in this episode of Inside Sources:

• Governor Cox's call for caution: Restoring public trust in Utah politics  
• Heroic sacrifice: Springville man killed saving wife from drunk driver 
• Riverton becomes the first Utah city to enter into ICE agreement
• Salt Lake is bustling with events all weekend long
• Fan X SLC bans vendors from selling AI art  + Spooky movie season begins!  

The 49th Annual Greek Fest, The Utah State Fair, and Utah's Own PRCA Rodeo are just a few of the exciting events in town this weekend. Greg and Holly chat with KSL's Maria Shilaos about the fun at the Greek Festival, and Rodeo Journalist Ted Harbin about the exciting world of cowboys and cattle! 

After a flood of AI art was seen at Atlanta's Dragon Con, the Fan X team in SLC has decided to prohibit vendors from bringing in and selling  computer generated art entirely. Greg and Holly discuss this and more about their favorite spooky flicks with Host of KSL Movie Show, Andy Farnsworth and Movie Critic Rachel Wagner.

The 49th Annual Greek Fest, The Utah State Fair, and Utah's Own PRCA Rodeo are just a few of the exciting events in town this weekend. Greg and Holly chat with KSL's Maria Shilaos about the fun at the Greek Festival, and Rodeo Journalist Ted Harbin about the exciting world of cowboys and cattle! 

Police in the city of Riverton can now be trained to work in the capacity of immigration officials, according to Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs. Greg and Holly talk to Mayor Staggs about why they made this move and what's to come

A 16 acre, 1,300 bed homeless shelter has been planned for a patch of land north of Salt Lake International. Many residents and even state officials say they feel blindsided by the sudden announcement of such a large development. 

The Wall Street Journal recently published a report describing a “21st-century reckoning” within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But, Sarah Weaver, Editor of the Deseret News sees that differently. Sarah joins the show to challenge the narrative and offers a more nuanced view of faith, culture, and community in today’s Latter-day Saint experience.  

He's being called a hero, Matthew Daines died after being hit by a drunk driver, but not before pushing his new bride to safety. Greg and Holly discuss the latest details on this tragedy.

Do you trust your elected officials? A lot of Utahns don't and Utah Governor Spencer Cox has a caution for Utah Republicans. Greg and Holly discuss the Governors recent comments.

The US Unemployment rate has 4 year high, after today's job report only showed 22,000 jobs were created in August. Michael Kofoed, assistant professor of economics at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, joins the show to discuss how this jobs report could indicate the health of the economy.

Topics we'll cover on this episode of Inside Sources: 

• Owners of several adult websites forced to pay Utah millions
• SLC businesses impacted by restaurant fires may get interest free city loan to rebuild
• Boatful of drugs exploded by the US military raises legal concerns
• As Salt Lake City grows, questions are raised about water availability
• Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Grilled during senate hearing amid states doing away with vaccine mandates

Holly's house does not have AC at the moment... and she's dying to know when the temperatures will start to cool off... KSL Meteorologist, Kevin Eubank, provides some insight and Holly share her facts of the day!

A new ranking from HERE Technologies says Utah is the 31st best state to own an Electric vehicle. The ranking is based on how far you have to drive to find a charger, how quickly chargers work, the number of EVs and the chance of finding an unoccupied charger. Greg, an EV owner, shares his thoughts on Utah's relationship with Electric vehicles.

Florida surgeon general says state will eliminate all vaccine mandates, including those for kids attending public school. Greg and Holly listen to the announcement and discuss both sides of the issue.

Health and Human Services secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. faced a heated senate hearing today after last week's firing of Susan Monarez, Director of the C-D-C. Greg and Holly listen to key moments from the hearing and discuss.

One thing that comes along with this growth, are concerns surrounding the demands for water.. especially with the current state of the drought. Greg and Holly speak with Laura Briefer, Director of the Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities about how they are planning for the demand of water use amid growth of Salt Lake City.

The United States is seeing more of the unemployed than job openings for the first time since 2021. Greg and Holly speak with Senior Economist with Zions Bank, Robert Spendlove, about what this means for the job market.

President Trump has seen many of his recent executive orders overturned in recent days. Tariffs and halting Harvard grants are among some of the impacted orders. Greg and Holly discuss the recent rulings and the process of executive orders in the courts and why they may have made their decisions

The White House released a video yesterday depicting a missile impacting an alleged drug boat coming from Venezuela. The missile produced a large explosion and killed the 11 passengers on impact. Holly and Greg discuss the legality of the move and the potential return of the "War on Drugs."

Three Main Street restaurants may see a loan of up to one million dollars to help rebuild their spaces that burnt down in early August. Greg and Holly discuss the benefits of the loan that may come with two interest free years.

Aylo, the parent company of many pornography websites including PornHub, will be forced to pay the state of Utah 5 million dollars in an agreement made with the FCC. Greg and Holly discuss the decision with Utah Attorney General Derek Brown.

A 1,300 bed homeless shelter is planned for the northwest section of Salt Lake City. The campus will be a sprawling 16 acres that hosts resources for Salt Lakes unhoused. A question has come to many residents, however. With little to no public transit, how will people get there? KSL NewsRadio's Andy Cupp paints a picture about where this site is expected to be located. Holly and Greg chat with Wayne Niederhauser, Chief Administrative Officer with the Utah Office of Homeless Services.

Topics Covered in this episode of Inside Sources:

• Utah lawmakers now have an additional 10 days to redraw Utah's congressional maps
• Gymnastics coach to serve at least 26 years in prison after found guilty of inappropriately filming minors
• Utah's public schools receive record $111 million from trust lands, what it means and how it's used
• No tax on tips… For influencers?
• Utahns feel water conservation fatigue amid drought

After the Tremonton shooting last month that left 2 officer dead and one injured along with his K9 companion, a veterinarian clinic is raising money to buy bulletproof vests for K-9 police dogs. Greg and Holly discuss.

The password sharing crackdown is on! Starting next month, free shipping will be restricted to household members only for Amazon Prime. So if you're using your parents account to ship to your house...you'll have to pay for shipping. Greg and Holly discuss the latest on the fight against password sharing for multiple companies.