KSL's Inside Sources

Topics we will cover on this episode of Inside Sources: From Boos to Cheers: Governor Cox speaks at USU Turning Point USA eventHonoring the life of late President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Russel M. NelsonAmerica at a crossroads: Shutdowns, leadership, and America’s next chapter

The government shutdown is here and hundreds of thousands of federal employees face uncertainty. What does this mean for paychecks, furloughs, and essential federal workers? Greg and guest host Marua Carabello break down how we got here with The Hill's Breaking News Reporter, Ashleigh Fields and explore the impact on federal jobs and if this shutdown may push people away from getting into the federal workforce.

Students and community members gathered at Utah State University for the Turning Point USA event since the murder of Charlie Kirk. As Governor Cox was introduced, boos were heard from the crowd… but by the end, the crowd was cheering for him. Greg and Maura hear comments from the event and discuss from a PR perspective, what message is Governor Cox missing the mark on that led to the booing? Other key speakers form the event included, Utah Senator Mike Lee, (via video), Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, Arizona Rep. Andy Biggs and former Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz.

Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held a special broadcast...to honor the life of the late president of the church...President Russell M. Nelson. Greg and Maura speak with Sarah Weaver, Editor of the Deseret News to preview the event. Carole Mikita with KSL 5 TV joins the show to recap the tribute and share more on the life and legacy of President Russel M. Nelson.

Rick Larsen, who recently announced he was stepping down as CEO of the Sutherland Institute, joins Greg and Maura for an in-depth conversation the current political climate and the ripple effects of the recent government shutdown. Where does America go from here—and what role should principled leadership play in shaping the future?

Will the government face a shutdown? Inside the high-stakes showdownTurning Point USA returns to Utah since the death of Charlie KirkUtah murder suspect waives right to ‘speedy trial’ in 40-year-old death penalty caseCell phones over jail cells: A Utah lawmaker's pitch to ease jail overcrowdingUtah Office of Tourism is committed to keeping national parks open amid government shutdown'Trying to get people to stop shooting each other,' Governor Cox on 60 Minutes

Greg and guest host Dave Cawley, who is also the host of the KSL Podcast, Uinta Triangle, lay out the details of the podcast and give a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to investigate this story of the missing trekker in the high Uintas.

The Trump administration wants the Supreme Court to fast-track its review of the president's executive order ending birthright citizenship. Greg and Dave discuss.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth addressed senior military leaders today at Quantico in Virginia. Hegseth outlined his vision for a new direction for the department ... highlighting 10 new directives ... including new standards for combat arms positions, regular P-T tests, and changes to grooming standards. NewsNation's Washington Correspondent, Kellie Meyer, brings the latest details.

CBS's 60 Minutes tapped Utah Governor Spencer Cox to discuss how he handled the high-profile murder of Charlie Kirk in Utah and on a local college campus. Governor Cox has urged that on both ends; we tamp down on the rhetoric and political violence for the future of our union. Dave and Greg discuss standout moments from the interview and how Cox wants the future to be led with 'architects not arsonists.'

The Utah Office of Tourism says they are committed to keeping National Parks and other recreational sites open as a government shutdown looms in Congress. We speak to the Managing Director of the Utah Office of Tourism and Film, Natalie Randall, about their plans to stay open and how they will navigate it like they have in shutdowns before.

A Utah lawmaker is proposing an idea to start providing cell phones to lower-level offenders to ease overcrowding in local jails. According to data, nearly forty percent of people booked in their jails are for warrants. Public Defender and Utah Representative Grant Miller says that most of these cases are due to confusion about which court to appear in. He joins the show to discuss.

The man accused of murdering Joyce Yost in 1985 has waived his right to a "speedy trial" in a case that has dragged on for more than 40 years. There has been a major breakdown in Douglas Lovell's defense as Lovell refused to speak with his lawyer, which led to Attorney Collen Coebergh officially withdrawing as his defense. Investigative Journalist and Host of the COLD podcast, Dave Cawley, fills Greg in on the case up to this point, and they discuss the current state of the death penalty in Utah.

Charlie Kirk's American Comeback tour is coming back to Utah just a month after their former leader, Charlie Kirk, was murdered on the UVU Campus. They will be visiting the Utah State University campus for this leg of their tour, which will include many popular names in Utah politics, such as Senator Mike Lee and Governor Spencer Cox. The hosts discuss what USU is planning for security measures.

By midnight tonight, if Congress cannot agree to terms and pass the budget bill...the government will shut down. Some Democratic members are holding out on voting for the bill as it doesn't address major healthcare issues such as tax credits and will cut funding to healthcare. Deseret News' Cami Mondeaux fills us in on the up-to-date details and energy on the floor as the timer ticks down.

Over the weekend, there was an attack on a Michigan meetinghouse for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The attack led to the death of four people and the burning down of the church after the perpetrator ignited the building. KSL NewRadio'sAdam Small and KSL TV's Dan Rascon, who is live in Michigan, update us on the latest details since the attack and the new details coming to light about the suspected shooter.

Tragedy in Michigan: 5 people dead after shooting at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand BlancTyler Robinson, the Charlie Kirk murder suspect, appears in court with a newly assigned attorneyTrade attorney outlines what new tariffs mean for consumers and manufacturersWhat a government shutdown could mean for Americans On edge: America's growing fear of political violence

Americans are on edge, and recent polling from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics reveals a growing fear of rising political violence. What’s driving the concern—and how can we get to civility? Greg and Morgan Lyon-Cotti, Associate Director of the Hinckley Institute, break down this polling and where we are as a country.

If Congress fails to pass a funding bill by midnight on October 1st, the government faces a shutdown. What is being debated and what can be done to avert a shutdown? Greg and guest host Morgan Lyon-Cotti discuss the government shutdown with US Congressman Mike Kennedy, who details what we may expect in the coming hours and days.

New tariffs are set to target furnishings and pharmaceuticals. Greg and guest host Morgan Lyon-Cotti talk to trade attorney Michelle Schulz, Trade Attorney, Founder and Managing Partner, Schulz Trade Law PLLC Dallas, who gave them a perspective on what exactly this may mean for American consumers as well as manufacturers.