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Utah lawmakers are once again looking at the signature-gathering process here in the state. During the final interim session being held today, legislators in the Government Operations Committee discussed two signature-related pieces of legislation right off the bat. The larger of the two draft legislations included a proposal that would move all signature-gathering -- for potential candidates, initiatives, and referendums -- away from paper and to a fully electronic method by 2030. The proposal would also create a process by which signature gathers would scan a Utah driver license of ID card to verify eligibility to sign. Currently, voters can sign petitions, referendums, and candidate nominations by both paper and electronic means. But the idea of moving to a fully-electronic method raised questions from lawmakers during the hearing. On this Deep Dive, Maria Shilaos discusses the issue with Midday Executive Producer Andy Cupp. The conversation includes comments from lawmakers during the hearing itself,

November 19th, 2025

November 19th, 2025

November 19th, 2025

Festival organizers for the Kilby Block Party announced the lineup for next year. Festival marketer Billy Eusterman joined with information on the performers.

Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show November 18th, 2025

November 18th, 2025

November 18th, 2025

November 18th, 2025

We've enjoyed a longer-than-normal fall this year... at least up until the last few days. And according to Dr. Sabo, assistant state veterinarian for Utah, this has apparently come with some unintended consequences, including harmful algal blooms and West Nile virus.

Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show November 17th, 2025

November 17th, 2025

November 17th, 2025

November 17th, 2025

Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show November 14th, 2025

From the Crossroads of the West to the Big Apple -- one Utah high school choir is taking their talents to New York City's Carnegie Hall. The West High School Choir received this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform at the renowned music hall this Spring. Their director, Andrea Hernandez, says it's a massive accomplish and a proud moment for the community as a whole. The choir came to KSL Broadcast House this morning to talk about the experience and what it means to get this invitation. Maria Shilaos speaks with students Emma Mitchell and Cameron Park to get their perspectives, and the entire choir performs one of their songs too. The choir is seeking donations and financial support as they work towards their trip in Spring 2026. If you'd like to donate, you can do so here: https://www.successfund.com/nqjm5 

November 14th, 2025

November 14th, 2025

Midday with Maria Shilaos Full Show November 13th, 2025

November 13th, 2025