KSL's Inside Sources

If you get a message from the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, it's a scam. It's a text that looks like the state is trying to collect money. Chief of Investigations at the Utah Department of Public Safety, Tanner Jensen, joins the show.

Spring Break is kicking off for some in Utah, and long lines were building at the SLC International Airport... and we're told it's because people arrived too early. Greg and Holly go through more of what to expect if you are traveling this weekend. 

Early this morning, the Senate passed a bill to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security - including TSA - after a weeks-long shutdown. Greg and Holly speak with Cami Mondeux, Deseret News Congressional Correspondent.

It has been nearly a month since the start of the war in Iran. In this special hour, Greg and Holly speak with Deb Barry, Director of Humanitarian and Leadership Consulting. For many years, Deb worked with Save the Children, supporting families and children facing conflict‑related challenges. She shares insight into how deeply war can affect kids.

Clinical Psychologist Dr. Tom Golightly joins to discuss how trauma impacts children both in the short term and long term.

Austin Knuppe, Director of the Heravi Peace Institute and Assistant Professor at Utah State University, shares expertise on resilience after trauma.

Greg and Holly share important facts of the day and key takeaways from today’s headlines.

A new term circulating on social media, “Alpine Divorce,” describes going on a hiking date, only to be left stranded on the trail. Greg and Holly dive into the trend and speak with KSL NewsRadio Producer Caitlyn Johnston about dating safety tips.

A St. George woman has been sentenced to prison on a long list of charges—including recruiting kids to sell drugs. Greg breaks down the latest details. The hosts also examine what’s happening in court today with the man accused of killing Santaquin Police Sergeant Bill Hooser.

Gas prices have jumped to an average of $4.16 in Utah, and everyone is looking for ways to stretch their tank a little further. KSL Investigative Reporter Matt Gephardt joins the show with strategies many drivers may not have considered. Greg and Holly also talk with Gavin Gustafson, Senior Public Information Officer for the Utah Transit Authority, to explore public transit options in Utah and how to make them work in everyday life.

 

The Republican initiative to repeal Proposition 4 failed after thousands of signatures were removed from the petition. Greg and Holly speak with Deseret News reporter Brigham Tomco about the latest developments and how the GOP is responding. Better Boundaries Executive Director Elizabeth Rasmussen shares her reaction. Taylor Morgan, partner at Morgan May Affairs and Executive Director of Count My Vote, discusses what ultimately caused the initiative to collapse.