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The Colorado news you need in 15 minutes a day, from Colorado Public Radio’s newsrooms. Get connected with your community and understand how the biggest stories in Colorado impact your life. Available each weekday morning at 6:00 a.m. with hosts Bazi Kanani and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. Follow this show, and consider donating to support future episodes at cpr.org.

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    Denver’s shrinking population, Coloradan released by Taliban comes home, and Summit FC’s first home game

    Colorado’s population growth slowed down in a major way in 2025, but some counties saw a bump in residents. Then, we have updates on water restrictions in Colorado and a Coloradan freed in Afghanistan. Plus, Colorado’s new professional women’s soccer team, Summit FC, plays its first home game Saturday in front of a record breaking crowd. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: Denverite’s Andy Kenney on Colorado’s population changes. Andy and CPR’s Molly Cruse on water restrictions in Denver and across the state. The Associated Press reports on the release of Dennis Coyle by the Taliban This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Alejandro A. Alonso Galva, Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    14 min

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    Travel troubles or smooth sailing at DIA? A leak in the housing supply, marking history for Colorado’s 150th

    How early should you arrive for your flight? The partial government shutdown has led to staffing shortages for TSA. We check in on wait times at DIA. Then, Colorado is building more affordable housing, but advocates are worried about the homes going off the market. Plus, now’s your chance to have a say in what parts of Colorado history should be marked on our roads. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: Denverite’s Paola Zialcita reports on DIA’s wait times. The Colorado Sun’s Brian Eason reports on the state’s strategy for affordable housing. CPR’s Haylee May on the 150 new historic markers coming to Colorado This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel /andBazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Stephanie Wolf, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    16 min

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    Online gambling could get new limits, health care for immigrants way over budget, Colorado competes for the best bagel

    Data shows that Coloradans are losing more money than ever to online sports betting. Two bills at the state legislature could put some limits on both sportsbooks and the state lottery. Then, a state program that offers Medicaid-style coverage to undocumented children and pregnant women is way over budget, and could be on the chopping block for big cuts. Plus, Bella’s Bagels in Colorado Springs is headed to a regional taste test in Los Angeles. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: FAQ on installing a new Archbishop, from DenverCatholic.org. CPR’s Ben Markus on potential restrictions to online betting. The Colorado Sun’s Jesse Paul and John Ingold on how Cover All Colorands blew past its budget. Learn more about the battle for best bagel at bagelfest.com. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    16 min

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    Juvenile detention lawsuit, Colorado eyes more civil rights enforcement, the science of studying friendship

    Colorado’s justice system is under scrutiny over whether some of its youngest defendants are being denied protections meant for those presumed innocent, especially when detention can worsen underlying conditions. Then, state leaders aim to strengthen civil rights enforcement as federal priorities shift… but funding those efforts could prove a challenge. Plus, a CSU researcher is studying the science behind friendship, and what it really takes to find people you click with. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Allison Sherry on the Juvenile Detention Lawsuit. Last Week Tonight segment featuring Allison’s work. CPR’s Elaine Tassy on the Civil Rights Bill. CPR’s  Hayley Sanchez on the science of friendship. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    14 min

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    Colorado GOP leadership in disarray; Mesa Co to celebrate farmworkers, not Cesar Chavez; the worst park in Denver?

    Following a no-confidence vote, Brita Horn says she’ll resign as head of the Colorado GOP after next month’s state convention. But some candidates question whether the party can make it through that all-important step in the primary selection process. Then, in Mesa County organizers are changing the name of the upcoming Cesar Chavez Day celebration, and trying to keep the focus on honoring the labor of farm workers. Plus, who was Phil Milstein and how did his name end up on arguably the worst park in Denver? Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Bente Birkeland and Rae Soloman on disarray in the Colorado GOP Denverite’s Paolo Zialcita on Phil Mistein, and the woebegone park that bears his name. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose and Megan Verlee. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    16 min

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    Does Colorado need more prisons? Concerns about Denver’s replacement for Flock. Bad allergy season

    Colorado’s prison system is bursting at the seams. To deal with it, the governor’s office wants money to reopen a shuttered prison, but lawmakers aren’t eager to write that check. Plus, the Denver City Council votes next week on the contract for a new vendor to replace Flock’s license plate surveillance system, but concerns remain. And if you’re listening to this with a tissue in your hand, you’re not alone — this year’s allergy season really is a doozy. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: Purplish explores the prison crowding problem, and the debate over what to do about it. Denverite’s Kyle Harris on Denver’s replacement for Flock. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Madilyn Rose, Arlo Pérez Esquive, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    16 min

  7. 19 MARS

    Hot weather in a dry state, Cesar Chavez celebration cancelled, SNAP soda ban, the GJ Razorback Suckers

    Colorado is experiencing record temperatures this week, and water managers want people to start thinking about conservation now. Then, disturbing accusations about the late labor leader Cesar Chavez have Denver rethinking whether to honor him. And sentencings this week in two high profile criminal cases. Plus, a state board considers whether to ban Colorado’s SNAP recipients from using their benefits on sugary drinks. And the latest twist in Grand Junction’s long-running baseball team name drama. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: Rae Soloman on the activation of the state’s drought task force. Denver’s Paolo Zialcita on Denver cancelling Cesar Chavez celebrations.  CPR’s Ava Kian on the sentencing of former Littleton bus aide Kiarra Jones. The Associated Press on the sentencing of Carrie Hallford, former co-owner of the Return to Nature funeral home. CPR’s John Daley on the debate over SNAP benefits and soda. CPR’s Stina Sieg on Grand Junction’s departed Humpback Chubs. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    17 min

  8. 18 MARS

    Lawsuit over NCAR's future, Walsenburg water woes, DeGette caucus surprise, Denver bison transferred to tribes

    The group that oversees the National Center for Atmospheric Research is suing the government departments that fund it, arguing NCAR is being dismantled not for policy reasons, but to punish Colorado. Then, the Southern Colorado city of Walsenburg has been without reliable water since last week, as crews try to plug leak after leak. Plus, after a surprising assembly upset, a political newcomer will appear first on Denver’s Democratic ballots, over 15-term congresswoman Diana DeGette. And each year Denver transfers juvenile members of its bison herd to different tribes and nonprofits. We’ll take you to this year’s load up. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Sam Brasch on the lawsuit to stop NCAR’s dismantling. Matthew Craddock’s coverage of the Walsenburg water leak for the Huerfano World Journal. Denverite’s Kiara DeMare on Melat Kiros’ surprisingly strong performance at the Denver Democratic assembly. CPR’s Molly Cruse on the annual Denver bison transfer. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Mateo Schimpf and Madilyn Rose. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

    14 min
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The Colorado news you need in 15 minutes a day, from Colorado Public Radio’s newsrooms. Get connected with your community and understand how the biggest stories in Colorado impact your life. Available each weekday morning at 6:00 a.m. with hosts Bazi Kanani and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. Follow this show, and consider donating to support future episodes at cpr.org.

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    Colorado Public Radio
  • Années d’activité
    2025 - 2026
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