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- Can Utah Families Afford to Work? Inside the Child Care Crisis
Utah parents are facing an increasingly difficult calculation: Does a second paycheck still make sense when child care costs keep climbing? KSL NewsRadio reporter Heather Peterson joins Maria Shilaos to explain what’s driving Utah’s child care crunch, why more than 900 families are set to lose assistance under new eligibility rules, and how providers and lawmakers are responding.
Plus, KSL Sports’ Cole Bagley previews the Utah Mammoth’s season opener against the Chicago Blackhawks at the Delta Center and the roster changes that could shape the year ahead.21 min - AI in the Headlines: Rogue Agents, Safety Concerns and Government ChatbotsReports of rogue AI agents hacking companies, CEOs raising safety concerns and President Trump announcing a government platform using AI chatbots are putting artificial intelligence in the spotlight. Host Maria Shilaos talks with Tim Kapp and Brandon Amacher about the developments and what they could mean for you.Plus, A proposed data center is moving from near Spanish Fork Canyon to a location closer to Utah Lake, Intermountain Health is requesting zoning changes for a sky bridge over Main Street and a group advocating an America First AI policy brings its nationwide bus tour to Box Elder County.And before you go, more than 600 students explore construction careers at Salt Lake Community College’s We Build Utah Career Exploration & Job Fair.34 min
- Douglas Carter Granted Bond After More Than 40 Years Behind BarsA Utah County judge has granted Douglas Carter's release as he awaits a second trial in the 1985 death of Eva Oleson. We explore the latest developments in his case with Senior Podcast Producer Amy Donaldson. Kristy Columbia from the Rocky Mountain Innocence Center also joins Maria Shilaos to take a look at the challenges Carter will face reentering society after four decades behind bars.Plus, Utah’s outlook for winter snowpack, the rising cost of owning a new vehicle and a documentary exploring the state’s dirty soda culture.And....a mobile food preservation center is being unveiled that could help fight food insecurity in Africa.32 min
- What a New Report on the Charlie Kirk Shooting at UVU Tells Us About Campus Safety
Utah Valley University says no employee acted in bad faith on the day political influencer Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during a campus event. But a newly released report compiled by multiple legal and law enforcement experts shows there were shortcomings in security and communication. We go in depth on the findings with KSL NewsRadio’s Raegan Edelman.
Plus, this year’s wildfire season breaks records, a man who has spent more than 40 years on death row could be released from jail, and Governor Cox has recommended 11 neighborhoods in Salt Lake County for a new federal program aimed at generating revenue for low-income communities.
Before you go, the spooky season is underway at Utah's Hogle Zoo. The Zoo's Rachael Eames says guests young and old can expect some new hands-on experiences this year.
19 min - Inside Online Sports Betting with The Atlantic’s McKay Coppins
After spending an NFL season placing online bets, The Atlantic’s McKay Coppins shares what he learned about the sports betting industry, its addictive pull and why he’s bringing his warning to college campuses. Plus, Utah’s high gas prices, Provo’s decade of job growth, rising utility fees in Salt Lake City and the costumes and community of FanX.
24 min - Utahns Push Back on Data Centers; A Father’s Mission for Safer GuardrailsDo the benefits of new data centers outweigh the concerns of Utah residents? Maria Shilaos and Deseret News reporter Leah Bowers dig into a new Deseret News–Hinckley Institute poll showing skepticism about the case for expansion. Plus, meet a father working to prevent deadly crashes by inspecting highway guardrails after losing his daughter.Also on the KSL News Daily: a Lehi crossing guard’s lifesaving actions, Crossroads Urban Center’s 60 years of service, an Olympic leader’s Utah visit and a professional football team coming to the Salt Lake Valley in 2028.34 min
- Was Ted Bundy Responsible? Cold Reexamines Nancy Baird’s Disappearance
Was Ted Bundy wrongly linked to a Utah woman’s disappearance? Cold podcast host Dave Cawley joins Maria Shilaos to discuss his latest investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Baird—and why he questions Bundy’s involvement.
Plus, a watchdog raises concerns about state oversight following three deaths, Spanish Fork’s mayor addresses data center concerns, and a Salt Lake City vigil honors flood victims along the Nepal-Tibet border. Before you go, the KSL newsroom shares its favorite things about fall.23 min - Utah's One-of-a-Kind Tornado — How a Slight Shift Could've Set it On A More Damaging CourseA tornado tore through Utah's northern mountains on Friday — and meteorologists say it may be the first of its kind in the state's recorded history. But what's even more unsettling? A slight change in conditions could have pushed the storm into more populated areas with far more devastating results. Meteorologist Matt Johnson breaks down exactly what set the stage, and KSL's Heather Peterson takes us to the ground to see how school kids were impacted.Also in today's episode: Cyberattack in Eagle Mountain — Hackers knock hundreds of residents offline. ICE in Moab — Grand County officials raise alarms over what they call an "unprecedented lack of communication" after at least one person is detained. Heat and drought have a big impact on the pumpkin harvest.And a new fight against addiction — The Governor unveils a statewide plan backed by more than $40 million to tackle addiction, homelessness, and mental illness, with a goal of cutting drug deaths by 25%.27 min
- Heating Bills Set to Surge This Winter — What Utah Families Need to KnowSevere weather in Northern Utah signals winter is just around the corner — and so are higher heating costs. A national forecast predicts bills could jump nearly nine percent, but what does that mean locally? KSL's Maria Shilaos talks with Mike Murdock, manager of Utah's Heat Program, about what to expect this season, and Sahil Oberoi, Chief Operating Officer at Utah Community Action, about the resources available for Utahns who need help.In today's three things you need to know: a sentencing in a decades-old cold case solved by DNA, a new sales tax increase coming to Weber County and a historic Latter-day Saint anniversary.And... three siblings from South Jordan are spending their summers mowing 100 lawns for elderly neighbors through The 50-Yard Challenge.19 min
- Lawmakers See Great Salt Lake Crisis Firsthand | Plus: Peak Fall ColorsUtah legislators took a fact-finding trip to the shrinking Great Salt Lake this week and what they saw was striking. KSL.com reporter Bridger Beal-Cvetko joins Maria Shilaos to go in-depth on their reactions and the water-saving efforts already underway along the lake's edge.Plus, a Bureau of Land Management plan for a 330-mile transmission line connecting geothermal energy in Nevada and Utah is open for public comment tonight, the flu season is here and SLC International jumps to a top-10 ranking among large North American airports.And meteorologist Matt Johnson tells us exactly when fall foliage will hit its peak in the mountains.16 min
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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.
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