KSL's Inside Sources

• Questions remain following President Trump's multi-day meeting with Chinese leaders
• End-of-week recap of Supreme Court decisions
• International Family Day
• Utah school threats
• Common hormone condition affecting women gets new name: PCOS changed to PMOS
• Utah State Parks set to see record-low water levels
• Previewing this week's big move: "In the Grey"

It's no secret that we're in a drought, and it's only going to get worse as the summer drags on. In fact, state leaders had asked that Utahns hold off on outdoor watering until at least today, May 15th, in an effort to conserve water. This segment, Holly and Greg speak with Ally O'Rullian, Public Information Officer for Utah State Parks about the low water levels at our parks and what that could mean for summer tourism.

A common condition that impacts millions of women worldwide is getting a new name. This week, the global medical community decided to change the name for a reproductive hormone imbalance. It was called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and now it's being called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). Inside Sources discusses the importance of this change.

This week, another Utah school cancelled classes due to a tip submitted on the SafeUT app. Alta High School cancelled classes yesterday, saying they were erring on the side of safety after receiving the threat. There have been quite a few threats of violence against Utah schools, many of which end up appearing on the Safe UT app. State Representative Steve Eliason, an expert on the SafeUT app, joins Inside Sources to share his thoughts on the rise of these threats.

Today is International Family Day, a United Nations day dedicated to celebrating the role families play in our society. In addition to that, it's also Kangaroo Care Day, which focuses on the healing power of touch. Holly explains the importance of both of these days in helping children thrive.

We're still waiting for some major Supreme Court rulings, including decisions on "Temporary Protected Status", mail-in ballots, and bans on transgender high school athletes playing in sports. While we wait for those big rulings, the high court is still working, issuing some other interesting rulings this week. Greg and Holly break down rulings on a common abortion pill, hiring claims and federal law, and arbitration awards.

President Trump is back on Air Force One, heading back to the U.S. after several days of meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping. At this point, there's not a ton of information on what will really come from those talks. The President says there will be new trade deals, but many questions still remain regarding the Iran War and the future of Taiwan sovereignty.

Here's a fun little juxtaposition for you: Utah teens have taken the top spot for budgeting education and financial literacy. At the same time, more than half of Americans say they don't have the financial knowledge they need, so they turn to AI for help. Today's Inside Sources begins with a closer look at financial literacy, something super important given the higher prices of … well, just about everything. Certified financial planner at DMBA Shane Stewart joins the conversation.

• Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison without parole
• Utah representative introduces legislation to allow more free-roaming children
• 250 pardons for the 250th birthday
• President Trump meets with the Chinese leader
• Caring for migrants
• Save money and still create fun memories for your family
• Previewing this weekend's events

Even though summer's still a few weeks away, plenty is going on this weekend here locally. Holly and Greg discuss a few of the events, like Kilby Court and the Living Traditions Festival, before sharing some fun facts and Greg's "Closing Argument."

What do vultures, ambassadors, giveaways, and outdoor safety have in common? They're all part of a new initiative from the state, which emphasizes safety when outdoors. Governor Spencer Cox recently declared this coming Saturday, May 16th, as Adventure Safe Day. Managing Director of the Utah Office of Tourism and Film, Natalie Randall, joins Inside Sources to talk about this new initiative.

For the first time in more than a decade, the Salt Lake County District Attorney has ruled a police shooting as 'unjustified.' Now, his team is filing manslaughter charges against a Taylorsville Police Officer involved in a deadly shooting in October 2024. Greg and Holly discuss the rarity of this kind of thing.

With the price of gas right now... you're probably racking your brain... trying to think of ways to make summer fun without taking out a second mortgage on your house. Well, you're in luck! Kyle Poll, CEO of Get Out Utah, joins the show to talk about an exciting program that'll help you create amazing summer memories without breaking the bank.

Leaders with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are partnering with the International Organization for Migration in an effort to support vulnerable migrants in Latin America. Greg and Holly discuss the importance of helping migrants and remembering that people in that situation don't choose to be in that situation, and still deserve the dignity of humanity.

President Trump and China's President Xi Jinping spent over two hours behind closed doors today, and now we're learning that the Chinese leader had a pretty stern warning for the United States when it comes to Taiwan. For expert views on what these high-stake talks could mean and what the outcomes could be, former official at the U.S. State Department Kelley Currie joins Inside Sources.

Word on the street is that the Trump Administration is looking to grant 250 presidential pardons in honor of the country's 250th birthday. Greg walks listeners through the pardon process, and the hosts debate whether this is an important move or just a weird little gimmick.

Do you allow your kids to take part in what's called "independent play?" You could say it's akin to how kids used to be raised... where they could roam free for hours at a time, doing their own thing. But changes to laws affecting parenting have severely limited that over the last few decades. Deseret News congressional correspondent Cami Mondeaux joins Inside Sources to explain how one member of Utah's congressional delegation wants to free it up a bit more.

After years of legal back-and-forth, Kouri Richins was sentenced to live in prison without parole for killing her husband Eric. In a bit of poetic justice, the sentencing took place on what would have been Eric's 44th birthday. Greg and Holly go into the details of the case and the legal timeline that led to this point.

Most Americans -- 71% according to a new poll -- seem to have a case of NIMBY-ism... "Not in My Backyard" ... when it comes to data center expansions. We've already talked a lot about the development in Box Elder County, but it's not just there -- this is a nationwide issue. It has a lot of people questioning -- even some on our Facebook page -- why political leaders are pushing so hard for these centers when the general public vehemently opposes them.

• Man behind Box Elder County data center calls out opposition as working for China
• Graduates boo commencement speaker who praised AI
• Kouri Richins facing sentencing today
• Pres. Trump says he's not thinking about Americans' financial situation
• Honoring the "Candy Bomber"
• In the Line of Duty: A deeper understanding of Utah's law enforcement community

This evening, the names of two fallen police officers from Utah will be added to the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C. Tremonton-Garland Police Officer Eric Estrada and Sergeant Lee Sorensen both died in the line of duty last summer. Today, they'll join other officers from around the country who died in the last year, all while protecting their communities. Ahead of a major vigil tonight in our nation's capital, we're taking a closer look at policing in the state.

For some perspective on the state of policing, we're joined by recently retired Chief of Police in West Jordan, Ken Wallentine. Greg provides perspective on the legal challenges facing law enforcement officers. We then shift to a discussion on support for officers and their families; Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason and Pat Evans, a member of the Utah Chapter of COPS (Concerns of Police Survivors) also join the conversation.

Many of you probably know the story of Gail Halvorsen -- a transport pilot in World War 2 who helped bring supplies to those trapped in West Berlin. Among the things he dropped was candy… leading him to become known as the Candy Bomber. Now, Utah students are taking some time to learn more about this historic event.

As President Trump heads to China for talks with President Xi Jinping, he says the ongoing financial situation affecting many Americans right now isn't a motivating factor for reaching a deal to end the war in Iran. The President made those comments as he left the White House for the high-stakes trip to China. Holly and Greg share their thoughts on the president's latest comments on the economy.

After a long, drawn-out process, the woman convicted of killing her husband with fentanyl -- then writing a book about grief -- is set to be sentenced today. Ahead of the sentencing for Kouri Richins, Inside Sources hears a powerful victim statement from one of Eric Richins' sisters. Greg offers legal thoughts on how the rest of the sentencing process will play out.