Colorado Today

An airline in Colorado wants to expand at DIA, but its proposal is hitting headwinds over its contract with ICE to transport detainees. Then, Colorado health leaders are pushing back after a federal vaccine panel voted to roll back long-standing guidance for a newborn immunization. Can public health experts catch on as social media influencers? And, a recent Pew research study on religion left out Native American faith. We meet a spiritual leader from a tribe in Southern Colorado.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 Kevin Beaty reports on Key Lime Air’s relationship with ICE. CPR’s John Daley reports on Colorado’s response to federal Hepatitis B immunization guidelines. CPR’s John Daley interviews a former Colorado public health official turned social media creator. CPR’s Elaine Tassy reports on indigenous spirituality in southern Colorado. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Bazi Kanani and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Corey Jones, Megan Verlee, Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

A longtime Democratic fixture is facing a primary challenge from within his own party, raising questions about who will shape the next generation of leadership. Then, Colorado’s craft beer industry is confronting a tough year, and brewers say survival now depends on both quality and business strategy. Plus, state lawmakers look to bring in some expert help as they navigate increasingly complex scientific issues.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 on Sen. Julie Gonzales’ Senate announcement. CPR’s Ben Markus on the state of craft brewing in Colorado. CPR’s Bente Birkeland (again!) on science advisors at the state Capitol.  This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Sandy Battulga and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Colorado law enforcement is seizing unusually large amounts of illegal drugs, and investigators say the state’s own infrastructure helps explain why traffickers route shipments here. Then, we have an update on the ongoing debate over how Colorado high schools should handle transgender athletes, a discussion playing out without statewide data. And for Colorado Wonders, we dig into how much impact Colorado’s hungriest residents, the moose, have on their environment.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 Ava Kian reports on what the series of record-breaking drug busts mean for Colorado? CPR’s Jenny Brundin on the transgender sports lawsuit This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and  Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Sandy Battulga, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Knowing what's happening with Colorado's labor market is important for the plans of both individuals and the state. But bad employment data is making it hard to understand what's really going on. Then, for decades, the federal government has helped fund permanent supportive housing for those who might otherwise spend their lives on the streets. But the Trump administration is trying to change that, and thousands of people's housing could be at risk. Plus, as those close to the late state Sen. Faith Winter prepare to lay her to rest Friday, we remember how she brought the #MeToo movement to the state Capitol, with lasting consequences. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Sarah Mulholland reports on why the state is flying blind on important employment data. Denverite’s Kyle Harris reports on the defunding of long-term supportive housing. CPR’s Bente Birkeland reports on how late state Sen. Faith Winter changed workplace culture at the Colorado State Capitol.  Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members. It’s the time of year for supporting Colorado nonprofits at ColoradoGives.org. If you donate right now, it will count toward a 10-thousand dollar matching challenge. To help us unlock that money, make your Colorado Gives Day contribution today.This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Sandy Battulga, Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

What might happen next for thousands of immigrants in Colorado after President Trump revoked their legal status? Also, gas prices in Colorado are now among the lowest in the nation. A chilly rescue after a coal train derails into the Gunnison River. Plus, we meet a high school civics champion from Boulder 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 Allison Sherry reports on how thousands of Venezuelans in Colorado lost their legal status.  CPR’s Tom Hesse reports on a train derailing into the Gunnison River. CPR’s Anthony Cotton speaks with Cameron Parker, who represented Colorado in the National Civics Bee championships.   This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel.  It’s edited and produced by Bazi Kanani, Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Sandy Battulga, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

The national lab in Golden is losing "Renewable" from its name. Does that foreshadow a change in its mission, too? Then, Jeff Davis, the man who oversaw Colorado’s controversial wolf reintroduction program for Parks and Wildlife, has left his post. Finally, we crash an underground rave in Denver that seemed to impress even the cops who broke it up.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: KRCC's Briana Heaney on Colorado Springs' opposition to the Space Command lawsuit CPR’s Sam Brasch on NREL’s name change. The Colorado Sun’s Tracy Ross on the resignation of the CPW director. Denverite’s Kevin Beaty on the underground rave scene.  This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Haylee May. It’s edited and produced by Sandy Battulga, Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

A radioactive element has put a hitch in plans to open a massive new reservoir near Loveland that was supposed to start filling up last month. Then, after the shooting of two National Guard members, the Trump administration has paused asylum decisions and is subjecting Afghans already in the country to new renewed scrutiny. We hear from a lawyer with the African Community Center about what that could mean for asylum seekers and Special Visa holders in Colorado. Plus, we take you on a trip to Italy where descendants of a  fabled  Coloradan’ WWII unit retraces their ancestors' steps. It’s Giving Tuesday and because you count on Colorado Today as a resource for trusted news, we’re hoping you’ll support us by giving at ColoradoGives.org. Just search for “Colorado Public Radio” and your gift will help unlock an extra $10,000. Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Molly Cruse reports on uranium contamination at Chimney Hollow Reservoir. CPR’s Stina Sieg reports on descendants of the 10th Mountain Division in WWII. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

First, we remember State Sen. Faith Winter, who has died in a car wreck. Then, for the first time, the state has a list of what specific jobs will be needed to meet climate goals. Plus, in the case of a mass shooting a decade ago, there’s closure now, but probably not the kind that victims and survivors were looking for. And, on this World AIDS Day, a Coloradan goes to a place they say is easy to overlook.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: The Colorado Sun reports on the death of Sen. Faith Winter. Reporter Rae Solomon reports on what jobs Colorado needs to fill to fight climate change. CPR’s Ava Kian reports on the death of the man suspected of shooting up a Planned Parenthood clinic in 2015. Hear the full interview on World AIDS Day on the Colorado Matters podcast. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Bazi Kanani and Haylee May. It’s edited and produced by Stephanie Wolf, Tegan Wendland, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

First, an update on the federal lawsuit over ICE’s detention practices. Then, Colorado’s most iconic sculpture — the one at DIA — just underwent some much needed maintenance. Plus, how the governor wants to lower your car insurance rates. Also, Mikaela Shriffrin, Lindsey Vonn and others compete in Colorado this week. And, from the quirky to the classic, hear the Thanksgiving traditions from the people who bring you the news.We'll be back in your feeds on Monday.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 and Chuck Murphy explain the judge’s decision to put restrictions on ICE arrests in Colorado. CPR’s Bente Birkeland reports on the governor's proposal to bring down car insurance rates in Colorado. CPR’s Stina Sieg has a list of 30 Turkey Trots happening across Colorado. 

A Colorado Republican in Congress has been trying to get an extension for expanded health insurance subsidies. Now the president may be coming around to it. Then, why Xcel Energy says it needs to raise your rates. Plus, a new book tells a story of one captain’s bravery in the face of the Sand Creek Massacre, which will be commemorated this weekend.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 Caitlyn Kim reports on Rep. Jeff Hurd’s efforts to extend ACA tax credits. CPR’s Ishan Thakore reports on Xcel Energy’s plan to raise rates. Register for the candlelight vigil in Denver to commemorate the Sand Creek Massacre. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Haylee May. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Thousands of undocumented Coloradans are set to lose their health coverage next year as the state winds down OmniSalud. Then, a group of Democratic lawmakers is facing an ethics investigation over a weekend retreat and concerns about special-interest influence. Plus, what the cooling car-buying market says about consumer confidence and Colorado’s broader economy.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 Mateo Schimpf reports on immigrants losing health insurance coverage. The Colorado Sun’s Taylor Dolven reports on the ethics investigation into a group of Democratic state lawmakers. CPR’s Nathan Fernando-Frescas reports on the car buying market amid Colorado’s economic slowdown. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Corey Jones, Stephanie Wolf, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

President Trump has called Colorado’s Jason Crow a traitor over the congressman’s message to troops. Then, the search for rare Earth elements and critical minerals in Colorado. Plus, an update on the weather, drought, and prospects for ski season. And, we remember a local legend of music and civil rights who died this week.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 Caitlyn Kim reports on the war of words between Trump and Crow. KRCC’s Shanna Lewis reports on the search for rare Earth minerals and elements. Hear the full interview with Lisa Hidalgo on the Colorado Matters podcast.  CPR’s Rachel Estabrook shares more on the life and legacy of Purnell Steen. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

A local teacher was detained by ICE and is now back in Peru. Then, after the Evergreen school shooting, the Jefferson County sheriff has an idea she hopes could prevent a future tragedy. Plus, you’ll hear the sounds of a vigil that just took place for a boy murdered by a mob 125 years ago. And, you’ll get an updated snow forecast.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: The Denver Post reports on the Douglas County teacher detained by ICE. Denverite’s Kiara DeMare reports on a vigil for a lynching victim, and the effort to spread his story.  This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Millions of doses of fentanyl were discovered in a storage unit in metro Denver connected to the Sinaloa cartel. Then, an Indigenous ceremony to cull a buffalo, feed Native people, and restore traditions… Right off of I-25. Plus, pennies were made in Denver for more than a century. You’ll hear some of their history, and what currency could be next to cease production.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 Ava Kian reports on the massive fentanyl seizure in metro Denver. CPR’s Sam Brasch and Hart Van Denburg report on the buffalo harvest in Douglas County. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Balancing Colorado’s yearly budget is getting harder to do, as the state has entered a cycle of billion dollar budget shortfalls, largely because of Medicaid costs growing out of control. Then, some Coloradans losing health insurance coverage may decide to skip vaccines and screening tests, but there is a new alternative on one corner of the state. Plus, Denver’s national women’s soccer team threatens to leave Denver before it ever starts, and move to the suburbs. And, a brief update on President Trump’s effort to free Tina Peters.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: The Colorado Capital News Alliance’s Jesse Paul reports on the state budget problems. Juanita Hurtado-Huerfano reports on mobile health units in Weld County. Denverite’s Paolo Zialcita reports on the National Women’s Soccer League team threatening to build a stadium in the suburbs. CPR’s Bente Birkeland reports on the latest effort to help Tina Peters. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.