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A city council candidate in South Jordan is facing issues with having her preferred name on the ballot, due to a new state law.. New Hosts of Inside Sources starting on June 9th, Greg Skordas and Holly Richardson, share their insight.

The battle of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump has become explosive over the last 24 hours on social media. Debbie hears reaction from previous hosts of Inside Sources, Erin Rider, Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan. Holly Richardson and Greg Skordas, who will be starting the new Inside Sources, June 9th share their input.

Beginning this week on KSL Newsradio, an all new Inside Sources program comes to KSL Newsradio. Dr. Holly Richardson joins KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas to host the program weekdays from 9:00-12:00 noon. Holly joins KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson on A Woman's View. 

Beginning this week on KSL Newsradio, an all new Inside Sources program comes to KSL Newsradio. Dr. Holly Richardson joins KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas to host the program weekdays from 9:00-12:00 noon. Holly joins KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson on A Woman's View. 

Beginning this week on KSL Newsradio, an all new Inside Sources program comes to KSL Newsradio. Dr. Holly Richardson joins KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas to host the program weekdays from 9:00-12:00 noon. Holly joins KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson on A Woman's View. 

  Holly Richardson joins Debbie Dujanovic and Erin Rider. 

  Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia have stalled out after a targeted attack over the weekend destroyed dozens of Russian warplanes.  Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy and new Host of Inside Sources walks through the operation that Ukraine executed and what this does for peace talks. 

  It narrowly passed the house, now some in the Senate expressing heartburn with aspects of President Trump's Big Beautiful Budget Bill. Deseret News Congressional Correspondent Cami Mondeux joins live about the status of the bill and why a key few Republican senators aren't sold on in the bill. Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy and new host of Inside Sources, joins the hosts to give her analysis. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret news shares his latest thoughts on the budget bill.  

Hosts of the new Inside Sources, Greg Skordas and Holly Richardson, join Debbie and Erin to talk about how things are going inside the Democratic convention and some of how the election of Brian King as Utah Democratic Chair, is going to impact the party here in Utah.

Governor Cox is pushing local leaders for help with the goal to build 35,000 starter homes in Utah. Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy and KSL NewsRadio's new host of Inside Sources on KSL NewsRadio, shares her insight. The Mayor of Spanish Fork, Mike Mendenhall joins the show to discuss how his city is making an effort to combat Utah's housing crisis.

The Democratic National Committee Chair, Ken Martin, came to the state of Utah and according to the Deseret News, believes the national party should be investing in places like Utah to move the needle. Holly Richardson, Editor at Utah Policy and new host of Inside Sources on KSL NewsRadio shares her perspective on the visit. Senator Nate Blouin joins the show to discuss the direction the democratic party needs to go in Utah. Talin Hansen, Municipal Director of the Utah Democratic Party, met with the DNC Chair and brings insight from the meeting.

House Republicans have passed President Trump's Big Beautiful Budget bill. Debbie and guest host Holly Richardson discuss key elements of the bill with Ashley Fields, Breaking News Reporter with The Hill in DC. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor with the Deseret News joins the show to discuss how this budget will impact the national deficit. Gina Cornia with Utahns Against Hunger shares reactions to the changes in food aid with this legislation.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  As the story around Kilmar Abrego Garcia – the Maryland man mistakenly sent to an El Salvadorian prison – continues to grow, it’s begun prompting responses from Republican lawmakers. Utah’s Congressman Mike Kennedy recently visited the prison, saying it was “very depressing.” And the story has become a hot topic at Republican town halls nationwide. What is it about this story that’s angry both the GOP and Democrats? What could the Trump administration do to fix the story and come out the hero? Hosts Leah Murray and Holly Richardson share their thoughts. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  One of President Trump's campaign promises was to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine and end the war there; he said he could do it in 24 hours. But no deal has been reached -- both sides have dug in. And now, Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the administration may step away altogether if a peace deal isn't reached... within a few days. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the ramifications if the U.S. did indeed walk away from the peace talks. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  Over the years, the U.S. State Department has broadened its definitions of what constitutes a human right, and their reports have tracked those too. But now, it appears there's a narrowing-in on tracking human rights violations around the world. And it doesn't target specific countries, but entire categories of abuses. Inside Sources talks about potential effects from these slimmer reports. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  Utah's Lieutenant Governor says her office will conduct a thorough audit of the state's voter rolls, looking for vulnerabilities or areas where non-citizens might be able to get in and vote. It comes following the Lieutenant Governor voicing concerns with Senator Mike Lee's SAVE Act and a call-out on X from Elon Musk about it. Leah and Holly get into this story and why Governor Cox says he supports the SAVE Act, even if his second-hand does not. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  During his monthly news conference, Governor Spencer Cox spoke a bit about the dozens of foreign students attending Utah universities who've recently had their visas revoked. He also spoke a little bit about the push to end Harvard's tax-exempt status. The Inside Sources hosts spend this segment chatting about the governor's reaction to higher education attacks. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  In recent town halls across the country, angry voters have unleashed their frustrations on lawmakers for -- what they say -- is rolling over to President Trump. This whole idea that Republican lawmakers should be standing up to some of the things the president is doing has gained momentum over the past few weeks. Now, several of those same GOP lawmakers say they're afraid to speak out against the President for fear of retribution. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  Inside Sources finishes the week off with some lighter news. This weekend is the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary ride through Boston the night before the battles of Lexington and Concord really began the American Revolution. Utah women are using quilts to spread messages and hope and peace. And it’s Easter weekend (and Good Friday today). The hosts share their thoughts on all of it.   

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  How might the El Salvadorian prison story affect the political capital of Pres. Trump and other Republicans?  As the story around Kilmar Abrego Garcia – the Maryland man mistakenly sent to an El Salvadorian prison – continues to grow, it’s begun prompting responses from Republican lawmakers. Utah’s Congressman Mike Kennedy recently visited the prison, saying it was “very depressing.” And the story has become a hot topic at Republican town halls nationwide. What is it about this story that’s angry both the GOP and Democrats? What could the Trump administration do to fix the story and come out the hero? Hosts Leah Murray and Holly Richardson share their thoughts.    Sec. of State Rubio says the U.S. may walk away from peace talks between Russia and Ukraine  One of President Trump's campaign promises was to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine and end the war there; he said he could do it in 24 hours. But no deal has been reached -- both sides have dug in. And now, Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the administration may step away altogether if a peace deal isn't reached... within a few days. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the ramifications if the U.S. did indeed walk away from the peace talks.    U.S. State Department changing reports looking at human rights violations  Over the years, the U.S. State Department has broadened its definitions of what constitutes a human right, and their reports have tracked those too. But now, it appears there's a narrowing-in on tracking human rights violations around the world. And it doesn't target specific countries, but entire categories of abuses. Inside Sources talks about potential effects from these slimmer reports.    Lieutenant Governor’s Office to launch full audit of Utah voter rolls  Utah's Lieutenant Governor says her office will conduct a thorough audit of the state's voter rolls, looking for vulnerabilities or areas where non-citizens might be able to get in and vote. It comes following the Lieutenant Governor voicing concerns with Senator Mike Lee's SAVE Act and a call-out on X from Elon Musk about it. Leah and Holly get into this story and why Governor Cox says he supports the SAVE Act, even if his second-hand does not.    Governor Cox shares thoughts on revoking student visas, possibly changing Harvard’s tax-exempt status  During his monthly news conference, Governor Spencer Cox spoke a bit about the dozens of foreign students attending Utah universities who've recently had their visas revoked. He also spoke a little bit about the push to end Harvard's tax-exempt status. The Inside Sources hosts spend this segment chatting about the governor's reaction to higher education attacks.    Republican lawmakers admit being “afraid” of President Trump  In recent town halls across the country, angry voters have unleashed their frustrations on lawmakers for -- what they say -- is rolling over to President Trump. This whole idea that Republican lawmakers should be standing up to some of the things the president is doing has gained momentum over the past few weeks. Now, several of those same GOP lawmakers say they're afraid to speak out against the President for fear of retribution.    Friday Roundup: Paul Revere, “Peace by Piece”, Good Friday  Inside Sources finishes the week off with some lighter news. This weekend is the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary ride through Boston the night before the battles of Lexington and Concord really began the American Revolution. Utah women are using quilts to spread messages and hope and peace. And it’s Easter weekend (and Good Friday today). The hosts share their thoughts on all of it.   

Gov. Cox has finished taking action on all 582 bills of the Utah legislative session. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins to break down what is now law in Utah including the controversial flag and fluoride bills. Greg gets into judiciary legislation he's been watching.

  Former Utah Congresswoman Mia Love has died from brain cancer. Dave and Debbie hear more about her legacy from those who worked alongside her including former KSL Newsradio Host and current Strategic Advisor for Senator John Curtis, Boyd Matheson. Utah County Commissioner and friend of Mia Love, Amelia Powers Gardner and Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy, share the impact of Mia's legacy.  

Dave calls it a golden opportunity, the state of Utah using gold to make payments! Dave and Debbie speak with Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy to shower listeners with gold laced details of this new state law.

Hosts: Leah Murray & Erin Rider  With just a few hours left in the legislative general session, it’s time to wrap things up. Holly Richardson, Deseret News columnist and Editor of Utah Policy joins hosts Leah Murray and Erin Rider for a final lookback at everything that happened during the last 45 days. 

Hosts: Leah Murray & Erin Rider On the Hill 2025: The legislative session wraps up today 45 days, 104 legislative lawmakers, and nearly 1-thousand bills and resolutions -- Utah’s 2025 Legislative General Session ends today. We’ve been covering the session since before it even began, discussing bill after bill with State Representatives and State Senators. Bills that, if passed and signed by the Governor, will affect the people of Utah. We begin our special “Eye on the Hill” edition of Inside Sources with some analysis from our hosts.  On the Hill 2025: Drama over a bill dealing with office space in the Capitol One thing that popped up overnight – just as the session is winding down – was a substitution to SB143: Legislative Activities Amendments. An addition to the bill outlined a change in space – the State Auditor’s office would be moved out of the Capitol and into a different building on Capitol Hill. There’s been a lot of confusion about it, so we speak with bill sponsor State Senator Mike McKell to get his take. Then, we chat with State Auditor Tina Cannon to hear her perspective on the bill that could remove her office from the Capitol building.  On the Hill 2025: How did House Democrats do this legislative session? Sustainability, health and wellbeing, education, and good governance. The Utah House Democrats set out to address issues with compassion, courage, and equity for all during the legislative session. How’d they do? House Minority Leader Representative Angela Romero joins the show for a review of the past 45 days and how she feels about the direction of Utah’s future.  On the Hill 2025: Senate Democrats share their thoughts on the session When we spoke with Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla on Day 1 of the legislative session, she spoke about going “back to basics.” Now, on the final day of the session, did Senate Democrats succeed in going back to basics? Senator Escamilla joins us again to discuss the wins and losses her caucus saw during this session.  On the Hill 2025: Analyzing the performance of Senate Republicans during the session Inside Sources hosts Leah Murray and Erin Rider compare some of the biggest bills Senate Republicans ran during the session to the priorities the caucus put forth at the very beginning. They also share their thoughts on some of the other bills we’ve covered this session.  On the Hill 2025: House Republicans walk away from the session feeling successful Republicans in the Utah House of Representatives set out to tackle topics like energy, housing, education, and more. Due to their majority, they saw more successes this legislative session, but it wasn’t all roses all the time. House Majority Leader Representative Jefferson Moss joins Inside Sources to discuss the next steps his caucus will take moving out of this session.  On the Hill 2025: Final thoughts on the legislative session With just a few hours left in the legislative general session, it’s time to wrap things up. Holly Richardson, Deseret News columnist and Editor of Utah Policy joins hosts Leah Murray and Erin Rider for a final lookback at everything that happened during the last 45 days. 

Teachers, police, firefighters seem to be banning together to challenge Utah lawmakers vote ... the vote that bans labor unions from collective bargaining. It's early, but they want to appeal to voters and convince them to repeal HB 267. Dave and Debbie spoke to Representative Jordan Teuscher and Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy.

A proposal on capitol hill would scale back training requirements for cosmetologists and get rid of the basic esthetician program but bring in micro-licensing to just learn specific skills instead of go through an entire program.  Dave and Debbie speak with Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy about the details. Dave and Debbie hear from listeners as they ask if they are on board with micro-licensing for cosmetologists, barbers and estheticians.

Governor Cox pitched late last year his hopes to eliminate the tax on social security in Utah. Now it seems that dream is far from reality. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins with the latest information on where things stand.  Senator Dan McCay calls in to discuss his views on the eliminating the tax.  Listeners join the show with their take on the matter.

Utah lawmakers and the judiciary have come to an agreement... deciding to move forward with some bills and halting three others. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy brings the latest information.

House Bill 568 would require schools to offer a half day kindergarten class. Dave and Debbie discuss whether half day or full day kindergarten the move for Utah families. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy, joins the show to explain what this proposal would do. Listeners chime in with their input on full day and half day kindergarten.. As the show progressed, we learned the proposal is now going to be put on hold for this session and will be further researched for the next session. 

Every four years, voters get to decide which judges stay in their position. There is a new bill on the hill that will create a legislative committee that will evaluate judges for retention. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins the show to explain the proposal. Lowry Snow, Attorney, former Bar President and former legislature speaks to why attorneys may be against this idea.

A new proposal on Utah's capitol hill would permanently put to bed older model commercial trucks, in order to help clean up Utah's air as we head into the 2034 Olympics. If it gains traction and approval, it would ban heavy duty trucks that weigh more than 14k pounds and are a 2009 model or older. Dave and Debbie speak with Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy about the proposal and hear input from listeners on this legislation.

Lawmakers on Utah's Capitol Hill are still weighing tax cuts; however, the question remains if the state tax on social security will be eliminated. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins the show to share what she knows.

  You're out shopping for seafood dinner -- but wait -- is that Crab you're about to buy spelled with a c -- or is it crab with a K? Dave and Debbie discuss what a Utah lawmaker is cooking up to make sure you know what's in that meat before you eat.  HB138, would require businesses to label exactly what meat is being served or sold. Dave and Debbie speak to Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy about this legislation and take calls from listeners about if they care if meat is real or fake.  

One of the bills that the Utah legislature is considering would tell the judicial branch of the government in Utah how to do their jobs. Specifically, it would affect their key power to decide whether or not laws are unconstitutional. Is this allegiant to the checks and balances that hold our democracy together? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests today include Dr. Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and Deseret News columnist, Dr. DeLaina Tonks, Executive Director of Mountain Heights Academy, and Cassie Bingham, Director of the Center for Social Impact at Utah Valley University. 

We are watching DOGE - the Department of Government Efficiency - shut down huge departments and cut major programs. One is USAID that provides aid around the world and soft power for the United States in doing so. What about the Department of Education? Should that be done away with? How is this affecting Utah? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests today include Dr. Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and Deseret News columnist, Dr. DeLaina Tonks, Executive Director of Mountain Heights Academy, and Cassie Bingham, Director of the Center for Social Impact at Utah Valley University. 

One of the bills being discussed on Utah's Capitol hill this session is taking away some of the powers of a law called GRAMA - the Government Records Access Management Act. This act says that government records are presumed public, but then there are exceptions. But the legislature wants to change it so that government records are not presumed to be public. What about government in the sunshine? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests today include Dr. Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and Deseret News columnist, Dr. DeLaina Tonks, Executive Director of Mountain Heights Academy, and Cassie Bingham, Director of the Center for Social Impact at Utah Valley University. 

It's hard to believe that we are halfway through the 2025 Utah legislative session. There are so many bills that affect Utahns profoundly. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what bills they're following. Her guests today include Dr. Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and Deseret News columnist, Dr. DeLaina Tonks, Executive Director of Mountain Heights Academy, and Cassie Bingham, Director of the Center for Social Impact at Utah Valley University. 

Senator Luz Escamilla has proposed a bill that would provide free lunch and breakfast for students in a public school. Dave and Debbie speak with Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy and Senator Luz Escamilla about the bill and hear from Utahns about if this is an overreach by the government or needed in Utah schools.

Today, Speaker Mike Schultz will be presenting his bill on “Catalyst Centers” which would establish a $65 million grant program to support local school districts and charter schools in expanding career and technical education offerings.  Dr. Holly Richardson, editor of Utah Policy and a columnist for the Deseret News, joins the show to talk about what's expected when the bill makes it to the floor. To get the perspective from a student who's been through the program, Cooper Patane joins the show to discuss his experience taking construction management as part of a catalyst center.

The bill that would ban collectively bargaining for public labor unions has passed in the Utah senate. Union leaders say they plan to ask the governor to veto it. Dave and Debbie get the latest details from Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy. Senator Kirk Cullimore joins the show to explain the motivation behind this proposal.

Utah lawmakers taking action to keep cell phones out of Utah classrooms statewide, instead of leaving it up to the school districts. Dave and Debbie speak with Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy to explain why Utah's Capitol Hill is getting involved. Listeners chime in with their thoughts. 

Kids won't go to school -- so let's pay them to go to school. Dave and Debbie talk about a Utah lawmakers pitch to pay kids up to $400 a year to show up to class. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins the show to discuss the proposal Representative Sahara Hayes put forward. Superintendent with the Granite School District, Ben Horsley shares his insight on chronic absenteeism.

It's day 2 of the Utah's 2025 legislative session! Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins the show with what she’s watching including proposals include keeping Utah on standard time and a proposal to address officials tracking ballots.

Senate President Stuart Adams joins Dave and Debbie to discuss his priorities for the 2025 legislation. Holly Richardson with Utah Policy joins the show to discuss proposals that caught her attention including legislation around free school lunch.

What does another Trump term mean for a still-red Utah? Host Ali Vallarta asks Utah Policy editor Holly Richardson what to expect locally and statewide, from air quality to immigration and more.  Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  ICO University of Utah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the election a little more than a week away, are you obsessing about the outcome? We see comments every day about how the country will be utterly lost if candidate A is elected or candidate B is elected. What do you use to distract yourself from the intensity of this event none of us can control? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Trish Hatch, coordinator of the CASA program and Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and columnist with the Deseret News. 

Last week, the nation focused on a death penalty case from Texas who was convicted of killing his child. The cause was Shaken Baby Syndrome. What is the truth of this diagnosis? What is the junk science law? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Trish Hatch, coordinator of the CASA program and Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and columnist with the Deseret News. 

The polls got it wrong in 2016. They got it wrong in 2020. There are differences between what went wrong in those two election years, but how much can we trust the polls this year? What is the roll poles play now - in politics and business? Her guests this week include Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Trish Hatch, coordinator of the CASA program and Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and columnist with the Deseret News. 

We've seen a lot of social media influencers talking about the "October Theory." That theory refers to taking stock in October instead of waiting until January, setting goals for the last months of the year, assessing progress and getting motivated. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Trish Hatch, coordinator of the CASA program and Holly Richardson, Utah Policy Editor and columnist with the Deseret News.