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The all-new Inside Sources. Hosted by Greg Skordas and Dr. Holly Richardson, two well-known voices in Utah’s legal and political circles.

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August 27 · 10 min
Bryan Kohberger granted new hearing as he works to cancel his guilty plea
The man who pleaded guilty to four murders near the University of Idaho has been trying to go back on his plea. Now, he may get the chance. We're learning that Bryan Kohberger will get a new hearing to see about reneging on his guilty plea. But the hearing isn't scheduled until June 2027. Again, we ask our legal analyst the question: why is everything being scheduled so far out?
August 27 · 9 min
Republicans face increasing pushback on President Trump's support for data centers
We still have a few months left in the year, but it feels like the story of the year here in Utah will be data centers. And we're not alone; the pushback on data centers exists nationwide and across party lines. In fact, the Republican opposition to data centers continues to grow pretty quickly, and it's putting President Trump in a precarious situation.
August 27 · 30 min
Utah Drought: Church issues guidance, updates on reservoirs, and how the drought's affecting wildlife
In this deep-dive, Inside Sources host Greg Skordas and guest host Jim Bennett discuss several aspects dealing with the ongoing drought that's plaguing both Utah and the rest of the West. In this special coverage, they discuss: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' recent statement on the drought, encouraging members to take both personal steps and support public efforts to conserve water. How the drought has added additional strain on our reservoirs and whether or not the monsoonal moisture we've received has helped. They're joined in the studio by Laura Haskell, drought coordinator with Utah Division of Water Resources. The effect of the drought on wildlife. With hunting season starting soon and bear encounters doubling this year, the drought has been pushing more wildlife to find food and resources in different places. Faith Heaton Jolly, PIO at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, joins the conversation.
August 27 · 11 min
Judge rules that Douglas Carter must submit to a DNA test
A man who spent decades on death row -- but had his conviction overturned -- will stay in jail as he awaits a new trial, at least for now. The judge didn't rule on bond for Douglas Carter yesterday, but he did rule that Carter must submit to a DNA test. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the DNA test and why it matters now, knowing that DNA testing technology didn't exist at the time of Carter's alleged crime.
August 27 · 10 min
Celebrating burgers with the question: what's the one topping that ruins a good burger?
Here in Utah, we love our burgers. With the number of Greek-owned burger joints in the area, you might think meat was our favorite condiment! In honor of National Burger Day, the Inside Sources hosts discuss a controversial topic… on which topping ruins a burger. Greg thinks it's pineapple, but guest host Jim Bennett says nothing can ruin a good burger. Our listeners chime in on the KSL text line and our social media page.
August 27 · 10 min
Self-proclaimed 'mastermind' behind 9/11 terror attacks to finally face trial
A man who allegedly claimed to be the mastermind behind the terror attacks on September 11, 2001, will finally get his day in court. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed has been in government custody since 2003 -- and held at Guantanamo Bay since 2006 -- but he's never had a trial. He's been waiting for more than 20 years now, and he'll have to wait two more years. Greg tries to understand why the judge over the case said a hearing in 2027 was too soon.
August 27 · 10 min
Nepal deals with devastating flash floods caused by glacial collapse; could Utah see a similar situation?
Absolutely devastating video coming out of Nepal right now, following catastrophic flooding in the Himalayan country. The massive floods are now thought to have come following an earthquake, which prompted a glacial collapse and debris flow. Unfortunately, the risk of additional flooding remains today. And now, we're also learning about some similarities with our own mountains and glaciers here in Utah -- a bit of an unsettling connection.
August 27 · 9 min
Timpanogos School District board votes in favor of school closure study
One of the districts that will come from the dissolution of the Alpine School District next year will move ahead with studies of 13 schools, as the newly-formed Timpanogos District mulls potential school closures. 3 junior high schools and 10 elementary schools will be studied, with final closure decisions expected later this year. The school board voted in favor of the studies last night, but it didn't come without concerns from parents and community members. Greg and guest host Jim Bennett speak with Tyler Vigue, director of communications with the Timpanogos School District, which covers the areas of Orem, Lindon, Pleasant Grove, and Vineyard.
August 26 · 1 hr 57 min
Inside Sources Full Show August 26th, 2025: Man whose conviction and death sentence was overturned by Utah Supreme Court returns to court
Topics we cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include: Goodbye Dolly: The legacy she leaves behind in Utah with her Imagination Library Meta reaches landmark settlement with states -- including Utah -- over social media harm Housing costs reach new high in Salt Lake County, driving many to look at other places along the Wasatch Front Trump administration pauses immigrant visa appointment for applicants worldwide Soccer moms rejoice: The minivan is coming back in style! UHP wants to crack down on the Left Lane Loafers
August 26 · 10 min
UHP wants to crack down on the Left Lane Loafers
Left Lane Loafers beware… the Utah Highway Patrol says it will crack down on those people who like to stick to the passing lane. If you find yourself having a beautiful, calm drive… in the left lane… you may want to rethink your position on the freeway.
August 26 · 8 min
Soccer moms rejoice: The minivan is coming back in style!
Stop the car -- literally! The minivan is back, and suddenly soccer moms are the coolest people on the road. Sliding doors, cup holders for days, and enough cargo space to haul a soccer team (or your emotional baggage… take your pick). Forget muscle cars or the fast motorcycles full of power -- the new muscle is a fully loaded Odyssey! So buckle up, buckle the kids in, and get ready to shift into the ultimate auto comeback! The minivan is truly having a mom-ent!
August 26 · 20 min
Trump administration pauses immigrant visa appointment for applicants worldwide
There are several new developments on the immigration front today. The Trump administration has issued a pause on immigrant visa appointments for applicants around the world. Plus, a visa to allow foreign professionals to live and work in the country could see a six-figure fee… about $103,000. Oh, and the administration is also cancelling 200,000 visas for asylum seekers. With so much happening with immigration right now, Inside Sources breaks down a few of the stories with a friend of the show and immigration expert, immigration attorney Carlos Trujillo.
August 26 · 20 min
Housing costs reach new high in Salt Lake County, driving many to look at other places along the Wasatch Front
How much money does your family make? Could you afford to buy a home in Salt Lake County? New data out from the Salt Lake Board of Realtors says homebuyers in the county need to earn nearly $187,000 a year. That's because the median home price in Salt Lake County is now at a record high of $645,000. YIKES! The higher prices have many looking outside of Salt Lake County, but where are they going? Russell Faucette, owner of The Stern Team and co-founder of Omada Real Estate shares his takes.
August 26 · 19 min
Meta reaches landmark settlement with states -- including Utah -- over social media harm
Meta has agreed to a massive settlement with several states -- including Utah -- in a lawsuit over whether their platforms hurt children. The settlement includes safety measures like daily time limits and age-appropriate content controls. The state will also receive at least $212 million through this. Attorney General Derek Brown joins Inside Sources to explain what's in the settlement and the journey it took to get to this point. Then, Greg and Holly speak with Utah Commerce Commissioner Margaret Busse -- whose Division of Consumer Protection led the charge on this effort -- about what it means for parents, teens, and social media in the state of Utah.
August 26 · 10 min
Goodbye Dolly: The legacy she leaves behind in Utah with her Imagination Library
As we celebrate the life of Dolly Parton and the joy and inspiration she brought to sooooooo many people, we would be remiss to not mention her philanthropy. For example, she's given hundreds of millions of books to young children -- absolutely free -- through Dolly's Imagination Library. The program is in Utah but only on a small scale. In order for things to grow and more kids to get access to these free books, legislation is needed. Kristin Andrus is the founder of Gathering for Impact and is helping to lead the charge to get legislation passed here that would expand the Imagination Library.
August 26 · 30 min
Man whose conviction and death sentence was overturned by Utah Supreme Court returns to court
Should a man whose conviction in a death row murder case was overturned be allowed out on bail while awaiting his new trial? That's the one of the questions at the heart of a legal hearing going on today for Douglas Carter. He had been convicted of murdering Eva Olesen in the 1980s and was sentenced to death. But the Utah Supreme Court overturned his conviction last year, and he's been sitting in the Utah County Jail since then. The state's planning to retry the case but in the meantime, what happens to Douglas Carter? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas gives his takes on this unique situation. As we planned today's show, we started talking more about convictions being overturned. When that happens, what generally happens to the person who spent years in jail or prison for something they didn't do? We broaden the conversation and bring in someone who works to get convictions overturned. Greg and Holly are joined by Kristy Columbia, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Innocence Project.
August 25 · 1 hr 58 min
Inside Sources Full Show August 25th, 2026: SCOTUS clears way for Pres. Trump's order on mail-in voting to move ahead
Son of man who spent years on Utah's death row speaks out Canada announces retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. while Pres. Trump threatens to rename Lake Ontario Economy, jobs top list of concerns from Utah voters heading into the midterms State of Utah prepares to release new report on teenage suicide Remembering the attacks on September 11th through service Nevada sues over new water usage plan for the Colorado River New Utah school district already looking at possibly closing schools Could the state expand its Lemon Laws? Baby bear prompts warnings in Sanpete County
August 25 · 10 min
Baby bear prompts warnings in Sanpete County
One baby bear must have been on the search for more than the bare necessities when he wound up near two schools in Sanpete County. It happened yesterday near Mt. Pleasant Elementary and North Sanpete High School. Those schools were placed on a secure status while officials looked for mama bear. They didn't find the mama bear, but the baby bear certainly is cute.
August 25 · 9 min
Could the state expand its Lemon Laws?
Do lemon cars have you feeling sour? You're certainly not alone! Utah has a Lemon Law to help with these kinds of cars -- cars that generally have persistent safety, value, or utility issues. The law here only applies to new cars, not used cars. But maybe that could change? Holly and Greg talk about calls from the head of Utah's consumer protection division to expand the Lemon Law to used vehicles.
August 25 · 11 min
New Utah school district already looking at possibly closing schools
The school year that just started is the final school year for the Alpine School District in Utah County. We spoke with the superintendent of that district last week, and he told us about some of the plans the district is working on before the split into three districts next year. Now, we're learning about a study that could result in the closure of several schools within one of those new districts: the Timpanogos District. This one covers Orem, Pleasant Grove, Lindon, and Vineyard. Ahead of a public meeting tomorrow night about the study, Holly and Greg chat with Tyler Vigue, Director of Communications for the Timpanogos School District.

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