KSL's Inside Sources

Solving the issue of homelessness isn't a "one-size-fits-all" kind of thing -- it's going to take a lot of different approaches and it's going to take all of us working together. Today in Salt Lake City, a new complex is opening, offering permanent supportive housing for people who are homeless. And the cool thing about this facility is that it focuses on helping those with serious mental illnesses. With more on the purposes and mission of the KWB Apartments, Greg and Holly chat with Jared Ferguson, director of housing and mental health services at First Step House.

A lot of Utahns love to bash on Californians -- it's a whole thing. In fact, people living across the West generally tend to complain about Californians. But that doesn't stop people from the Golden State from moving to new states. And Utah's not immune; that's for sure. New data from the Utah State Tax Commission paints a clearer picture of just how many Californians have moved to Utah since 2020.

"Let us have this tool." That's what Utah law enforcement officers told state lawmakers about the automatic license plate reader cameras commonly known as Flock cameras. During this week's legislative interim session, lawmakers expressed skepticism about the cameras and the data they collect. But law enforcement officers who testified on Utah's Capitol Hill say the cameras are important for conducting investigations and solving crimes. Greg and Holly discuss both sides of the issue, then discuss harassment that some government officials in Utah are facing because of the cameras.

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This morning, we watched a guy run around the block here at Triad Center. Apparently, he's running a marathon! We didn't fully understand the why behind his run, but it got us thinking about alternative modes of transportation. And you're in luck! If you're not into running and you're not into breaking the bank to fill your car with gas right now, you can ride UTA for free this weekend. Greg and Holly explain why.

A few years ago, Holly had a unique and somber opportunity to visit some of the concentration camps in Europe. She remembers the feeling of sadness and heaviness in what could be described today as a peaceful location. On the heels of a Holocaust survivor visiting Utah and talking about her experience at Auschwitz, Holly recounts her own experiences visiting the places and why she gets so upset when people tried to dismiss the Holocaust as a hoax.

On this segment of Inside Sources, Holly wants to have a conversation about jokes -- what's actually appropriate for a joke. We hear all the time that people are just too sensitive and get offended by everything nowadays, but is that actually the case? There's an interesting situation involving jokes and AI that's in the news today, and it really highlights the issues with certain kinds of "humor." The quarterback for the Texas Longhorns is apologizing to ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe after his comments earlier this week about an AI video. The hosts discuss the situation and share their own thoughts on the line between a joke and straight-up offense.

Remember how a bunch of AI CEOs called for Congress to implement safeguards and for the industry to slow down a bit last weekend? Well already, just a few days later, one CEO is changing his tune. The CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman, now says we should trust AI firms to do what's right. He says it's okay to be afraid, but we should let the professional do their jobs. His comments come amid yet another poll, however, showing more and more Americans are worried about AI destroying humanity. Sounds great, right?

Housing prices have gone up and up and up. Mortgage rates have also followed, and will probably continue to go up after today's Federal Reserve announcement. Amid all of that is a bit of doom and gloom for young people wondering how they'll ever be able to afford a home. So what can we -- the "older" adults -- do to help our children and grandchildren afford a home... so an entire generation doesn't lose the opportunity to build wealth through homeownership?  For more on that, Greg and Holly turn to Russell Faucette, owner of The Stern Team and co-founder of Omada Real Estate.

The Kennedy Center for the performing arts is now closed. The board of Trump appointees voted to close the prized facility immediately, and now the President says he won't renovate the building unless they add his name to the center. But here's the thing… Congress would have to approve that change -- several federal judges have confirmed that very fact. Congress also has to approve any and all additions to the center, which was created as a monument to President John F. Kennedy. So if Congress appropriated the money and has not approved a name change for the center, how will the renovations take place? Can the President legally stop this kind of thing?