KSL Brightside

 

Would you support year-round daylight-saving time if it meant sending your kids to school in the dark? We explore the debate over later school start times and what a change could mean for families. Plus, a look at Salt Lake City’s downtown sports district plans, early snow fueling ski-season hopes and tips for driving safely when rain and snow arrive. 

Dave Cawley stops by to share the latest on COLD. School start times are under scrutiny... as the national debate surrounding a permanent daylight saving time heats up.  We debate if school should start later. Plus, morality police and an AI Question of the day.  

 

 

Delta One is getting a luxury glow-up with wagyu burgers and champagne floats—but is it worth the splurge? Plus, we weigh in on an online etiquette debate: Is it rude to ask to stay with someone you’ve only known for a few weeks? 

Then, Kelly Clarkson’s dispute with a Brooklyn shop takes another turn when the store raises the price of its animatronic bird to $15 million.  

 

A Utah teen has created a way to use AI to spot potholes and while younger daters are looking for connections beyond the swipe—even calling restaurants in search of a meet-cute. We explore how dating is changing, what’s next for Bumble, and how to stop an argument before it escalates. 

Plus, cyberattacks targeting supermarket refrigeration raise food-safety concerns, and Apple introduces a new smart-home hub. We also explore candy-free ideas for trick-or-treaters and end with the AI question of the day.  

 

 

Two rescued spider monkeys get a fresh start at Utah’s Hogle Zoo! We meet the zoo’s newest arrivals, then unpack Kelly Clarkson’s bird-related dispute with a Brooklyn shop. Was it bad customer service or one big miscommunication? 

Plus, we explore how groundwater depletion is linked to potentially dangerous cracks in Utah’s earth before taking a lighter turn with a TikTok “time traveler” mystery. We have questions. 

 

Does Monday anxiety creep into your Sunday? We talk about the common occurrence of Sunday scaries and how to manage them, then we cover an AI model’s false homicide tip to police and the debate over how we treat chatbots. Plus, a 26-year-old Utah zebra is looking for companionship. 

Then, SLC ranked #5 least safe for trick-or-treating; we also discuss the link between ADHD and sleep, and iconic movie props from 'The Shining' heading to auction. 

 

Ethan is back as KSL Brightside catches up on the storms disrupting travel across the region—from flooding in Big Cottonwood Canyon and damage to Nine Mile Road to rescues that cut the Moab 240 short.  

Then, McDonald’s leans into chicken and dirty soda, but will the dirty soda help or hurt, as Crumbl didn't have much luck. Plus, SNL’s take on data centers here in Utah. 

 

Andy Farnsworth with the KSL Movie Show joins us to walk through the movies that stink this week! We also talk about new data that shows over half of workers are skipping lunch, and Crumbl’s growing pains, sparking a conversation about brands that get big too fast. 

A stolen airport tug makes for a wild ride at John Wayne Airport, and California wants to pull the plug on human-versus-robot cage fights. We dive into the strange headlines, plus “adult cheat codes” that could make everyday life a little easier. We also check out each state’s favorite Halloween costume and learn most of the KSL Brightside team doesn't understand geography. 

 

Can parents trust AI’s built-in safeguards? We explore new concerns about ChatGPT’s protections for teens and the challenge of spotting AI-generated images and videos. Plus, which local restaurants and shops belong in Salt Lake City’s new downtown entertainment district? Ryan Smith is asking the community for ideas.  

KSL 5 TV’s Shelby Lofton joins us with the latest details on the charges against Utah sheriffs regarding the Kouri Richins case—and what could happen next. We also discuss the pull of medical advice on TikTok and Sundance’s discounted tickets for Utahns as the festival heads to Boulder. 

 

Could you hold a plank for five hours? A 61-year-old grandmother broke the women’s world record at the Huntsman World Senior Games, giving us plenty to talk about when it comes to aging and staying active.  

Plus, KSL Brightside digs into the Reese’s pumpkin disclaimer debate, asks whether a “Costco door” would make unloading groceries worth a home renovation, and weighs the speculation surrounding the next Super Bowl halftime show. Could Miley Cyrus be the headliner?