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The Epstein Files have been a hotly debated topic in politics, and the House will vote soon on whether or not to release the files to the public. President Donald Trump has pressed House Republicans to vote for the release of the files when they come to the floor. We bring on Deseret News Congressional Correspondent Cami Mondeaux for the latest details and discuss a new poll about how Utahns feel about the Epstein files drama.

Every ski resort wanted to open this weekend. But what percentage of Utahns are actually going up there? Host Ali Vallarta asks ⁠Salt Lake Tribune reporter Julie Jag⁠ what to expect this ski season and how you could ski for free. If you enjoyed the interview with Gretchen Dietrich, executive director of the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, ⁠learn more here⁠. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our ⁠daily morning newsletter⁠. You can also find us on Instagram ⁠@CityCastSLC⁠. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 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: ⁠PLUNJ⁠ ⁠Harmons⁠ ⁠The Scout Guide⁠ ⁠Utah Museum of Fine Arts

  Becky Wickstrom from the Utah Department of Workforce Services told Holly and Greg about when Utahns should expect to see their benefits, as well as just how large of an impact the shutdown had on Utah families. But while SNAP comes back, people are still left wondering about things like flights and backpay. 

  A Utah woman's grassroots organization aims to feed 300 families this weekend. This amazing effort to feed Utahns in need all started from one woman helping her neighbors. 

Pressure mounts to release Epstein files AG's v. AI  Is the American Dream failing? One Woman, One Thanksgiving Mission, 300 Families Fed  Women's Suffrage in Utah KSL Movie Show! 

Utahns are everywhere these days, whether they're foxtrotting on national TV or doing backflips. Host Ali Vallarta asks Meg Walter, culture writer and host of the Hive Mind podcast when we hit critical mass and why we're natural performers.  Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.  Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 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 Harmons Salt Lake Sewciety Visit Walla Walla Woodward Park City

Utahns have new congressional districts, after a drawn-out redistricting saga. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means break down what the boundaries are, who's running for office, and what's the Legislature's next move.  Resources and references: Judge picks a new congressional map in redistricting [FOX 13] Utah's Congressional Maps Need To Be Redrawn. Now What? [City Cast Salt Lake] Lawmakers Meet Today To Pick a New Voting Map. Here's What To Expect. [City Cast Salt Lake]   Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are 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. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 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 Harmons Salt Lake Sewciety Visit Walla Walla Woodward Park City

  As this November 11th comes around, we remember the sacrifices made by the veterans who came home as well as those who didn't. Holly and guest host John Dougall spoke to Jennie Taylor from the Major Brent Taylor Foundation about what Utahns can do to support the veterans around them. 

What's open, closed in the Wasatch Back for Veterans Day, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, South Summit Superintendent of Schools Greg Maughan has details on last night's board meeting, People's Health Clinic CEO Mairi Leining with an update on the clinic and Democrats warn Utahns could pay thousands more for health coverage if ACA subsidies end.

The Utah State Legislature is responding to a new congressional map selected late last night. Third District Judge Dianna Gibson handed down her ruling just before midnight last night. The maps will be used in the 2026 midterms and could give Democrats a congressional seat here in the Beehive State. Judge Gibson threw out the map submitted by the state legislature, which was approved by lawmakers last month. Instead, she chose a map submitted by the plaintiffs in the case. This afternoon, Senate President Stuart Adams and House Speaker Mike Schultz issued a joint statement reacting to the decision. They said the judge disregarded the Constitution to select a clearly gerrymandered map. They said the choice is not fair to Utahns and is deeply disappointing. They also said the process by which the map was chosen was done in secret and was not a transparent process. In this Deep Dive on Midday, Maria Shilaos gets political analysis from Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and legal analysis from Greg Skordas, KSL Legal Analyst and co-host of Inside Sources.

A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll finds a slim majority of Utahns are less likely to make big purchases this year. Steve Waldrip, The Governor's Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy, we dig into new polling data and explore how economic uncertainty is shaping real estate decisions.

Election day insights with Lt. Governor Diedre Henderson Defaced signs and social media attacks - The 'dirty' side of local elections  Government Shutdown nears record length Saving Private Daylight: Why a forever daylight saving time may never see the light of day Prince Andrew stripped of all royal titles Trump administration plans to partially fund SNAP Election day food drives  Is America on the wrong track? The winner takes it all

According to a report by the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics, over half of Utahns say they are living paycheck to paycheck, with an additional quarter struggling to cover basic expenses. Holly and Guest Host Marty Carpenter discuss these numbers and what they mean for the future. They also listen to some advice from Certified Financial Planner with DMBA Shane Stewart for some tips on staying in the black.

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. One in four Utahns lives with a disability. Wasatch Adaptive Sports provides mobility and independence through adaptive programs and personalized support, empowering participants to lead active, fulfilling lives. Director of Development, Wes Warne, joins us with more. Wes Warne: This year, more individuals than ever before experienced the freedom of movement through Wasatch Adaptive programs, and over half were first-time participants. 89 percent of those participants were Utah residents, our neighbors in Salt Lake and Utah Counties. Research shows households with an adult who has a disability need, on average, 28 percent more income to reach the same standard of living as those without. 96 percent of the nearly 5 thousand experiences delivered by us were provided at no to low cost to our predominantly low to moderate-income participant base. By partnering with Wasatch Adaptive Sports, businesses support our programs while also contributing to more than 25 other local organizations, aligning with values in areas such as children's initiatives, health and wellness, and veteran services. If you're ready to elevate your marketing while making a real difference, we invite you to connect with us. Derek Miller: Wasatch Adaptive Sports is expanding access to adaptive activities across Utah, fostering inclusion, building confidence, and creating meaningful experiences for individuals in our community. Learn more at WasatchAdaptiveSports.org. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 11/1/25

Join hosts Heather Osmond of Osmond Designs, Jeff Caplan, and their guests, Craig Whiting and Kendell Gracey, as they discuss how Rocky Mountain Homes Fund is helping to pave a path to homeownership for Utahns. Heather also talks about what she saw during her recent visit to the High Point Furniture Market! Craig Whiting is the principal broker and owner of Prime Real Estate Experts.  Kendell Gracey is a Real Estate Operations Manager with Rocky Mountain Homes Fund. For more information about Heather Osmond and Osmond Designs, visit their website or Facebook page.

Gerrymandering—the manipulation of voting maps for partisan gain—has been part of American politics since its founding, but today, the problem is reaching a breaking point.In this episode, host Simone Leeper shares the story of Vicki and Malcolm Reed, a Utah couple who Campaign Legal Center are representing in a landmark lawsuit defending voters' rights, alongside Mark Gaber, CLC's Senior Director of Redistricting. Together, they trace how Utahns fought back after lawmakers attempted to overturn a voter-approved ballot measure that created a citizen-led independent  redistricting commission—and how the Utah Supreme Court ultimately sided with voters.As Malcolm and Vicki's story unfolds, we also highlight how the current wave of mid-decade redistricting arms race that started in Texas and is now spilling into other  states threatens to weaken voters' voices nationwide.  We explore how voters, courts and Congress can act to restore fairness to America's elections and ensure that voters — not politicians — decide the outcome.Timestamps:(00:01) — Who are Vicki and Malcolm Reed, and why did they take on Utah's legislature?(02:10) — What is gerrymandering, and how does it work?(05:11) — How did the framers envision fair representation?(10:10) — What is redistricting, and why does it matter for voters?(11:25) — What was Utah's Proposition 4, and how did it aim to end gerrymandering?(14:42) — What's the difference between racial and partisan gerrymandering?(15:12) — How do “packing” and “cracking” weaken voters' power?(16:02) — How has technology supercharged modern gerrymandering?(17:12) — How did Utah lawmakers gut the independent redistricting commission?(20:44) — Why did Campaign Legal Center sue the Utah legislature?(23:22) — What happened when CLC argued the case before the Utah Supreme Court?(25:15) — What did the unanimous court decision mean for Utah voters?(28:50) — What is happening right now in Texas and other states across the country?(32:55) — What federal laws could end gerrymandering nationwide?(36:13) — Why should the fight for fair maps in Utah give us hope for democracy?Host and Guests:Simone Leeper litigates a wide range of redistricting-related cases at Campaign Legal Center, challenging gerrymanders and advocating for election systems that guarantee all voters an equal opportunity to influence our democracy. Prior to arriving at CLC, Simone was a law clerk in the office of Senator Ed Markey and at the Library of Congress, Office of General Counsel. She received her J.D. cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center in 2019 and a bachelor's degree in political science from Columbia University in 2016.Mark Gaber manages Campaign Legal Center's redistricting litigation and policy program, which seeks to achieve fair maps for racial and language minority groups, and to curb the influence of partisanship in redistricting.Mark has led CLC's redistricting program to major successes since the 2020 Census. He argued for petitioners in the Wisconsin Supreme Court in Clarke v. Wisconsin Election Commission, which resulted in the invalidation of Wisconsin's state legislative maps and the transformation of the state's legislative maps from being among the most politically skewed to among the most politically fair in the country. He is lead counsel in League of Women Voters of Utah v. Utah State Legislature, in which CLC has successfully challenged the Utah legislature's repeal of a voter-adopted initiative reforming the state's redistricting process and its enactment of an extremely gerrymandered congressional map. In that case, Mark has (to date) argued twice in the Utah Supreme Court, resulting in two unanimous decisions in favor of CLC's clients.Mark has also led CLC's redistricting team to victories enforcing the Voting Rights Act (VRA). These include two cases on behalf of North Dakota's Native American voters, where he has argued in the Eighth Circuit against a challenge aiming to neutralize the VRA by precluding citizens from filing suit and where CLC's clients have secured two legislative districts providing Native American voters an equal opportunity to elect their preferred candidates. Mark also led CLC's successful challenge to Washington's legislative map, which was found to discriminate against Latino voters in the Yakima region, and CLC's ongoing challenge to the racially discriminatory Galveston County, Texas, map.Links: Cartoon, "The Gerry-Mander", 1813 — Smithsonian Gerrymandering: The Origin Story — Library of Congress Blogs LWV Utah and MWEG v. Utah State Legislature — CLC Voting Rights Groups Sue To Ensure All Utah Voters Have a Voice — CLC Opinion: Why we sued Utah lawmakers for alleged gerrymandering — Desert News CLC, Utahns Score Huge Victory in the Fight for Fair Maps — CLC Utahns Score Huge Victory Voiding Amendment D — CLC What Is Gerrymandering? — CLC How Can We Combat Gerrymandering? — CLC Do Independent Redistricting Commissions Really Prevent Gerrymandering? Yes, They Do — CLC New Report Outlines How to Make a Redistricting Commission Effective — CLC Independent Redistricting Commissions: Primer and Best Practices — CLC Redistricting Commissions in the 2021 Redistricting Cycle — CLC League of Women Voters on the Utah win — LWV Understanding the Current High Stakes Redistricting Fight – Trevor Potter's Newsletter Inside the Trump Administration's Efforts to Discriminate Against Texas' Black and Latino Voters — CLC About CLC:Democracy Decoded is a production of Campaign Legal Center, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to solving the wide range of challenges facing American democracy. Campaign Legal Center fights for every American's freedom to vote and participate meaningfully in the democratic process. Learn more about us.Democracy Decoded is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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One of the reasons the Government is shut down is due to a key detail around tax credits and what is distributed to those who use the federal marketplace to shop for insurance. More than 400-thousand Utahns could see a dramatic increase in their premiums by the end of the year. We speak to Jon Pike, Utah Insurance Commissioner, about these rate increases and how this is going to impact Utah families.

No one gets more hyped for Halloween than Utahns. But where does our love for the holiday come from? Host Ali Vallarta asks Deseret News features writer Meg Walter to explain Utah's Halloween obsession. This episode first aired Oct. 26, 2023. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.  Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 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:  PLUNJ Salt Lake City Gov

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the makers of Tylenol for "causing autism" - and a new poll asked Utahns what they think of the alleged link. Lois Collins with the Deseret News joins with the details.

In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Cal Roberts breaks down why Utah drivers continue to pay more for gas than neighboring states and what lawmakers are doing about it. Utah refines more fuel than it consumes; yet, prices remain higher due to regional market dynamics and refinery incentives that pull fuel to higher-priced West Coast states.The Legislature plans to lower the gas tax and negotiate a better deal for Utahns by reexamining existing tax breaks and exemptions for refineries. The goal is to keep more of the economic benefit in Utah, reduce costs for families, and support long-term affordability.

Utahns woke up this morning to a steady stream of rain across the Wasatch Front that has turned highways into a slick and sluggish mess. Heather Kelly from the KSL Traffic Center joined Holly and Greg to talk about driving in bad weather. Greg and Holly also discuss Hurricane Melissa, which is expected to wreak havoc in Thailand.

On the show today we have the weekly News Reel where we talk to other local journalists about what they reported this week. Today, we speak with Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about the fate of the Affordable Care Act subsidies that make health insurance accessible to thousands of Utah residents. We also give an update about a discrimination complaint filed on behalf of 13 women against Grand County. And we finish with a shoutout to the Grand County High School's mountain bike team for winning another state championship. Show Notes - • Thousands of Utahns could face a hard choice if Affordable Care Act subsidies expire https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/thousands-of-utahns-could-face-a-hard-choice-if-enhanced-affordable-care-act-subsidies-expire/ • Expanded legal claim now includes 13 women alleging systemic harassment in Grand County https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/expanded-legal-claim-now-includes-13-women-alleging-systemic-harassment-in-grand-county/ • Red Devils mountain bikers take state again https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/red-devil-mountain-bikers-take-state-again/

Why President Trump says the DOJ owes him money Boats, Drugs, and Deadly Force: Caribbean boat strikes under fire Utah SNAP customers won't receive benefits in November if federal shutdown continues Why kids keep saying '6-7' Consumers experiencing discount burnout before black Friday Will rising property taxes deter homebuyers in Utah? Utah’s tax landscape Dignity summit seeks to unite Utahns

Political violence has been at the forefront of many Utahns' minds recently, and The Dignity Index just held its first leadership summit earlier this week to counter political violence. Greg and Holly speak to the co-founder of the Dignity Index, Tami Pyfer, about the summit and the top takeaways.

Thousands of Utahns rally for "No Kings" protests, DeJoria Center buyers share early plans for hotel and financing, Summit County Clerk Eve Furse talks about early voting, mail-in ballots and important election deadlines, Youth Sports Alliance's Emily Fisher and Ashley Laakso preview the 45th annual Jan's Winter Welcome event, North Summit Fire District proposes tax hike of less than 5% and Park City Assistant Recreation Director Tate Shaw discusses ongoing capital projects.

John Bolton pleads not guilty after indictment Peace by Piece: Quilts as a movement Trump & Zelenskyy: A High-Stakes Meeting Uncrustables vs. Trader Joe’s: The PB&J Showdown Senator Curtis hosts Fourth Annual Conservative Climate Summit in Utah Weekend Kickoff: Rivalry Game & The KSL Movie Show

From missed paychecks to strained airports and limited park services, the federal shutdown is no longer just a Washington story....we are starting to see the impacts hit home here in Utah.  Greg and Holly walk through the latest. Zion Bank’s Senior Economist Robert Spendlove breaks down how a looming government shutdown could hit Utah families and what recession risks lie ahead for Utah and the country.

As the federal government shutdown stretches on to its 15th day, thousands of Utahns — from TSA agents to park rangers — are working without pay. But while the politics play out in Washington, families still need food on the table... Utah Food Bank CEO Ginette Bottm shares what families who may be without work can utilize food pantries as a resource and how the community can step up to help.

What's next for Salt Lake City streets? Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen dig into the good, the bad, and the ugly of some new projects. Plus, how Ticketmaster is scamming Utahns and some joyful picks for your weekend. Resources and references: Give feedback on potential, future SLC transportation projects.  Andy Larsen: These are the sneaky ways Ticketmaster and Live Nation squeeze fans for billions [Salt Lake Tribune] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are 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.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 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:  Cache Valley Creamery Canyon View Credit Union Black Rock Resort - use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC

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Take 2 PodcastThursday, Sept. 25, 2025Guests: Heidi Hatch, Maura Carabello (Exoro Group), Sen. Daniel McCayRedistricting New MapsPublic comment period runs for 10 days, through Oct. 5Feedback can be submitted at redistricting.utah.govSpecial session scheduled for Oct. 6 to vote on the new mapFinal maps will be submitted to the courts for approval Great Salt Lake Water WoesGov. Spencer Cox launches GSL 2034, a public-private charter urging all Utahns to help restore the lakeComes with a $200 million pledge, half already committed by Ducks Unlimited over 10 yearsNew philanthropic coalition Great Salt Lake Rising aims to raise an additional $100 million within a year, led by Josh RomneyCox wants lake elevation back to 4,198 feet by the 2034 Winter Olympics (currently at 4,191 feet) Charlie Kirk Monument at UVUPetition supporting memorial: 20,000 signaturesPetition opposing memorial: 13,000 signaturesUVU announced creation of a Memorial Committee, co-chaired by Scott M. Smith (UVU Board of Trustees, Qualtrics co-founder) and Amanda Covington (Utah Board of Higher Education chair)Committee will include students, political leaders, and other stakeholders USU Turning Point Event – Tuesday, Sept. 30Featured guests: Gov. Spencer Cox, Sen. Mike Lee, Former Rep. Jason ChaffetzSome surprise at Cox's participation after past criticism from Charlie Kirk in 2022Still unclear if the format will be a panel or Q&A Sutherland Institute TransitionRick Larsen to step down as CEO on Jan. 1, 2026, and become president emeritus One Week Out from Possible Government ShutdownFederal government faces shutdown if Congress fails to pass spending bill by Oct. 1Republicans and Democrats remain divided, particularly over extending enhanced ACA premium subsidiesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Utah has fewer Centenarians than any other state

As Utah lawmakers unveil five new options for Utah's new congressional maps, controversy brews over a proposed bill that critics say undermines Proposition 4 —the voter-approved initiative meant to ensure fair redistricting. With the Utah Supreme Court rejecting efforts to delay the process, the Legislature now faces a tight timeline to redraw boundaries by November 10.  Greg and Holly dive into this already complicated topic to explain what this means for Utahns and what to know about this new bill proposed by Senator Brady Brammer.

Utahns in a new poll are now saying they do not feel safe attending political events in the U.S...following the murder of Charlie Kirk. Greg and Holly discuss the poll results.

Elected officials question safety amid rise in political violence Erika Kirk says she forgives man accused of killing husband Charlie Kirk  Utah lawmakers tasked with redrawing Utah's congressional maps hold first meeting President Trump expected to make announcement surrounding Autism and Tylenol The Pentagon's new media rules Inside Charlie Kirk's Memorial with Representative Celeste Maloy Is Utah's classroom phone ban working? What parents have to say Utah’s shift to electronic signatures in elections 17 year old stabbed at a homecoming dance in Spanish Fork Zebra Cows & Laughable Labs: Exploring the Ig Nobel Prizes First day of fall: Vibrant views in Utah, shorter days and spooky movies on the rise

As residents of Utah and the world cope with the tragic killing of Charlie Kirk on the Utah Valley University campus, Utah Speaker of the House Mike Shultz, joins Greg and Holly to discuss how Utahns can come together and the response that's rung out in the state so far.

$31.27 per hour… that's how much renters need to make to afford the average rent payment...  of $1,626 on a two-bedroom apartment. Greg and Holly discuss the concern around rising rental costs.

New report says 70% of Utah's maternal deaths could have been prevented Utahns need to make at least $30 an hour to afford monthly rent  Terrorism and first-degree murder charges dropped against Luigi Mangione Utahns need to make at least $30 an hour to afford monthly rent Terrorism and first-degree murder charges dropped against Luigi Mangione Words Matter: How language can harm, heal and help us reconnect Holly's facts of the day: Constitution day

So happy to be here chatting with yall today!!! So much to catch up on - Sabrina Carpenter, DWTS (aka Dancing with The Utahns), a few weekly submissions, and some personal updates from me!TODAY'S SPONSORS: BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to BETTERHELP.COM/BAD to get 10% off your first month of therapy //QUINCE: Get free shipping and 365 returns when you go to QUINCE.COM/BAD //CLEAN SIMPLE EATS: Go to CLEANSIMPLEEATS.COM and use the code BAD for 20% off of your order! //NUTRAFOL: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to NUTRAFOL.COM and use the promo code BAD at checkout! Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination, Utahns responded not with riots, but with vigils, prayers, and unity — a stark contrast to the chaos seen after George Floyd's death. This episode draws parallels between Kirk and Martin Luther King Jr., framing Kirk as a modern civil-rights leader targeted for his defense of free speech and religious rights. We examine the national fallout: 32,000 new Turning Point USA chapter requests, global marches, and a rising movement branding Kirk as a civil-rights icon. At the same time, anger erupts over celebratory posts from academics and politicians, allegations of extremist networks tied to recent shootings, and mounting calls to defund institutions like Clemson for tolerating rhetoric that endorses violence. With bullets inscribed “Hey Fascist” and references to Antifa rallying cries, the debate over free speech, political violence, and accountability intensifies. Will this tragedy awaken a new civil-rights era — or deepen America's divide?

So happy to be here chatting with yall today!!! So much to catch up on - Sabrina Carpenter, DWTS (aka Dancing with The Utahns), a few weekly submissions, and some personal updates from me!TODAY'S SPONSORS: BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to BETTERHELP.COM/BAD to get 10% off your first month of therapy //QUINCE: Get free shipping and 365 returns when you go to QUINCE.COM/BAD //CLEAN SIMPLE EATS: Go to CLEANSIMPLEEATS.COM and use the code BAD for 20% off of your order! //NUTRAFOL: Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to NUTRAFOL.COM and use the promo code BAD at checkout! Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How's Salt Lake feeling after the Charlie Kirk assassination? Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and Salt Lake Tribune reporter Andy Larsen talk about the aftermath. Plus, COVID vaccines and picks for your weekend. Resources and references: Charlie Kirk Killed in Utah. Where Do We Go From Here? [City Cast Salt Lake] Charlie Kirk shooting: Is our nation ‘broken'? Political violence is on the rise. [Salt Lake Tribune] Over 2,000 Utahns potentially exposed to measles at high school event [Fox 13] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are 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.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 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:  The Shop Salt Lake City Co Canyon View Credit Union Salt Lake City Gov Avenue Street Fair Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC

A young Utah man suspected of killing the co-founder and CEO of Turning Point USA Charlie Kirk at a university forum has been taken into custody, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said on Friday. The suspect, identified as Tyler Robinson, had confessed to a family friend—or "implied that he had committed"—the murder, and that person in turn contacted the Washington County sheriff's office on Thursday.Cox made emotional remarks on Friday for Americans and young people to use the horror of the assassination as an inflection point to turn the country away from political violence and division. “I want you to look at how Utahns reacted the last two nights. There was no rioting, there was no looting, there were no cars set on fire, there was no violence. There were vigils and prayers and people coming together to share humanity,” the governor said. “And that, ladies and gentlemen, I believe is the answer to this.”

In this episode we discuss a research report released in May titled “Women and Finances - What Utahns Need to Know: A 2025 Update.” In Utah through the years, many women have not dealt with money as that was considered a task for men, but Utah women are more involved than ever in the workforce, are more likely to be single, are bearing fewer children, and are older during major life events involving family—all factors that may impact their financial situations. Yet, many of us are uncomfortable with finances and still may feel like we don't need to be involved (or sometimes spouses/partners just take over). I'm excited to have a more in-depth discussion on women and money in today's episode! Two guests joined me for the recording: First, Melanie Jewkes, an Extension Professor at USU as well as a Finance Spoke Leader in A Bolder Way Forward. Second, Susan Spears, who is the CEO of the Utah Association of CAPS and also a Finance Spoke Leader in A Bolder Way Forward. Support the show

Do you trust your elected officials? A lot of Utahns don't and Utah Governor Spencer Cox has a caution for Utah Republicans. Greg and Holly discuss the Governors recent comments.

Take 2 PodcastSeptember 4, 2025Hosts: Heidi HatchGuests: Maura Carabello (Exoro Group), Liddy Huntsman (Salt Lake City Council Candidate, District 3)Episode Rundown: New 1,300-bed homeless services campusOpening in 2027 on a 16-acre parcel at 2520 North and 2200 West off I-215 in Salt Lake CityRoom to expand to 40 acres for a 50–100 year planCore services: recovery, employment, housing and criminal justice assistanceAnnual operations expected to cost more than $30 million$75 million needed for infrastructure, excluding land purchase Homelessness in Utah up 18%Children experiencing homelessness increased 12% (589 to 662)Seniors rose 42% (251 to 356)Veterans increased 36% (121 to 165)More than 10,000 Utahns experienced homelessness for the first time in 2024, a 5% riseSalt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall called the report a “battle cry” for the Legislature to provide more funding Redistricting and the 2026 midtermsJudge Dianna Gibson ruled current congressional maps unconstitutional and denied lawmakers' request to pause her orderRuling restores the intent of Proposition 4, the independent redistricting commission voters approved in 2018Utah Republican Party Chairman Robert Axson called the decision “judicial activism” Congress back in sessionEpstein victims pressed lawmakers to release the full Justice Department investigation filesLooming Sept. 30 deadline for government funding raises threat of a shutdownA stopgap bill is likely, but Republicans need Democratic votes and Democrats are expected to push for concessionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Utah's summer was very dry and Utahns might be getting water conservation fatigue, even as farmers are feeling the impacts of drought

Topics Covered in this episode of Inside Sources: Utah lawmakers now have an additional 10 days to redraw Utah's congressional maps Gymnastics coach to serve at least 26 years in prison after found guilty of inappropriately filming minors Utah's public schools receive record $111 million from trust lands, what it means and how it's used No tax on tips… For influencers? Utahns feel water conservation fatigue amid drought

A Buc-ee's Family Travel Center is expanding to Springville and Utahns are excited.

Utah is the nation's dietary supplement capital, with over 300 nutraceutical companies headquartered here, raking in over $16 billion. Host Ali Vallarta asks Danielle Masterson, editor of the NutraIngredients news site, how the heck that happened. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now 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:  Stewardship Utah Visit Walla Walla Harmons Utah State Fair