Colorado Today

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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 5:00 a.m. with host Arlo Pérez Esquivel. Follow this show, and consider donating to support future episodes at cpr.org.

  1. 14h ago

    Justices weigh climate liability, the economics of CO’s largest gold mine, CSprings pumpkin tradition

    The eight Justices hearing Boulder’s lawsuit against Suncor and Exxon Mobile had tough questions during oral arguments Monday. Now the future of the case is in their hands. Then, the massive open pit mine in Teller County is touting its economic benefits, as it looks to expand into the future. And in Colorado Springs, drought hasn’t put a damper on Venetucci Farm’s annual pumpkin give-away. Correction: Today's podcast incorrectly identifies which Boulder County Commissioner is speaking in the introduction to our segment about Supreme Court arguments. The audio is of Commissioner  Marta Loachamin. We are working on updating the audio for the show. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Read more on the stories in today’s show: See cute pictures of the Denver Zoo and Conservation Alliance’s new baby anteater CPR’s Ishan Thakore and Caitlyn Kim on Monday’s oral arguments at the Supreme Court KRCC’s Shanna Lewis on the economic impact of the Cripple Creek and Victor Mine KRCC’s Andrea Chalfin on why Venetucci Farm’s gives away pumpkins to school kids each year This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Jackie Sedley. It’s edited and produced by Madilyn Rose, Jackie Sedley, Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

  2. 1d ago

    Boulder v. Suncor at the Supreme Court, downtown office demolitions, Rangely’s musical water tank loses a champion

    The Justices hear arguments today over whether local governments can use state courts to try to hold companies responsible for the costs of climate change. Then, with many downtown office buildings sitting half empty, demolition could be an attractive option, but there are barriers. Plus, we remember Bruce Odland, who helped bring the unearthly acoustics of a Western Slope water tank to the world. 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 Ishan Thakore on today’s Supreme Court arguments over Boulder’s climate lawsuit. CPR’s Sarah Mulholland on the potential for some of downtown Denver’s empty office buildings to be demolished CPR’s Ryan Warner interviewed Bruce Odland in 2016. Listen to the full interview here. CPR’s Brad Turner also reported on the legacy of the Tank in 2017.  Read The Tank’s full tribute to Bruce here.  This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Jackie Sedley. It’s edited and produced by Sandy Battulga and Madilyn Rose. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

  3. 4d ago

    Legal immigrants lose Medicaid coverage, CPW suspends killing wolves, meet our new host!

    People who rely on food stamps, and legal immigrants who got their health insurance from the government, are seeing those benefits cut thanks to federal changes approved by Congress last year. Then, the state says it will stop using lethal means to deal with wolves that attack livestock, at least for now. Plus, introducing Colorado Today’s new co-host, Jackie Sedley!  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 John Daley on the latest changes to SNAP and Medicaid The Colorado Sun’s Tracy Ross on Colorado’s decision to stop killing wolves Learn more about our new host, Jackie Sedley This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Sandy Battulga, Madilyn Rose, Jackie Sedley and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

  4. 5d ago

    Gov’s race in full swing, COCO spends big on ‘education’ campaign, Field Day for deaf and hard-of-hearing kids

    The Republican and Democrat vying to be Colorado’s next governor have been working the campaign trail lately, firing up their supporters to help get out to vote. But what’s motivating the voters who back them? Then, a taxpayer funded campaign shared positive information about Front Range rail all summer, ahead of voters being asked to support a tax for the train. Plus, a special field day brings together deaf and hard of hearing students from around the state. 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 Kyle Harris on the Oct. 1 outdoor watering ban starting for Denver Water customers CPR’s Bente Birkeland reports from the campaign trail with Democrat Phil Weiser and Republican Victor Marx. Denverite’s Andy Kenney on the taxpayer-funded ‘public education’ campaign for Front Range rail. Rae Solomon on the annual Field Day for deaf and hard of hearing children. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel, with a guest appearance from Nathan Fernando Frescas. It’s edited and produced by Jackie Sedley, Sandy Battulga and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

  5. 6d ago

    AG trying to block new ICE detention center, lawsuit over DIA tarmac death, Lakewood Cider Days

    Colorado’s Attorney General is asking the courts to halt renovations at a planned immigration detention center in Hudson, arguing the federal government has skipped necessary steps. Then, more than 70 people are suing over May’s deadly runway collision at DIA, alleging responsibility for the tragedy goes far beyond the man who walked onto the tarmac. And, to end on a gentler note, we explore a fruity chapter of Colorado’s history, one that is still celebrated each fall in Jefferson County. 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 Jinny Kim on rain in the forecast thanks to Hurricane Polo CPR’s Allison Sherry on the lawsuit seeking to stop the Hudson ICE facility CPR’s Ben Markus on the lawsuit over May’s deadly runway collision at DIA CPR’s Nathan Fernando-Frescas on Lakewood’s Cider Days Festival This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Madilyn Rose. It’s edited and produced by Sandy Battulga, Jackie Sedley, and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

  6. Sep 29

    Trump Administration’s approach to public lands, CSprings builds ties with new Space Command home, a tarantula hook-up

    The Trump administration is rewriting the rules for federal lands, and it could mean big changes for the parks, forests and trails around you. Then, Colorado Springs is trying to build relationships with the Alabama city that beat it out for Space Command, in the hopes of continuing to develop its space economy. Plus, a lonely pet tarantula from Golden finds love with the help of an online personal ad. 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 Tom Hesse on the Trump Administration’s changes to public lands CPR’s Dan Boyce on Colorado Springs’ efforts to build ties with Huntsville Denverite’s Paolo Zialcita on the lonely tarantula looking for love The Denver Post on Northglenn's delivery drone policy proposal This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Jackie Sedley, Madilyn Rose, Sandy Battulga, and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

  7. Sep 28

    School districts crunched by fuel prices, judge orders return of Honduran man deported to Africa, the legend of Jane Kirkham

    The soaring cost of diesel is putting the squeeze on farmers, truckers, and school districts. We look into how they are adapting. Then, ICE deported a man to a country he’d never been to, halfway around the world. Now he’s fighting to get back to Colorado. Plus, we look for the truth behind the tale of a lady stage coach robber and her tragic end. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. Donate to CPR’s Fall Pledge Drive at CPR.org/donate  Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Rae Solomon on the school district gas crunch CPR’s Allison Sherry on the honduran man deported to Africa from Colorado  CPR’s Sarah Mulholland on the legend of Jane Kirkham. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Jackie Sedley, and Sandy Battulga. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

  8. Sep 25

    Electrical grid upgrades, Bus Rapid Transit: coming soon to Colfax, the inaugural Dolly Days

    The Trump administration has awarded $250 million to help Colorado upgrade its transmission system to better connect with other states, and the result could be more renewable energy powering homes here. Then, Colorado’s first Bus Rapid Transit project has snarled East Colfax for years, but now the first section is almost ready to open. Plus, a weekend of Dolly Parton-themed celebrations kicks off today with costume contests and children’s storytimes. 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 Ishan Thakore on the Energy Department’s big investment in Colorado’s grid Denverite’s Camelia Heins and Paolo Zialcita on the opening of BRT on Colfax CPR’s Elaine Tassy on Colorado’s first Dolly DaysFind celebrations near you This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Sandy Battulga, Jackie Sedley, and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

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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 5:00 a.m. with host Arlo Pérez Esquivel. Follow this show, and consider donating to support future episodes at cpr.org.

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