The Promise and Peril of AI in Utah Classrooms

As Utah students head back to school, artificial intelligence is entering the classroom with them. Mike Anderson fills in for Maria Shilaos and talks with KSL’s Deanie Wimmer about how educators are using AI to turn textbooks into podcasts, personalize lessons and save time on routine work. They also examine the risks, from inaccurate answers and harmful advice to concerns about cheating, and what new state guidance means for classroom guardrails and parental input. Plus, Granite School District welcomes students back for the first day of school, the Tooele County Planning Commission considers new rules for data center facilities, the National Park Service prepares to celebrate its 110th birthday and AAA Utah and Zero Fatalities roll out “Please Be Patient” bumper magnets for new teen drivers.