Colorado Today

The impacts from last weekend’s slow moving storm keep spreading through southern Colorado. We meet a business owner in one tiny community who’s still figuring out what he lost, and hear how water company employees known as ‘ditch riders’ helped keep things from being even worse. Then, Colorado recently got federal permission to start permitting carbon sequestration projects. But the technology comes with a lot of controversy. And in Manitou Springs last weekend, the 32nd Emma Crawford Coffin Races helped keep things weird.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Tony Gorman reports on the latest with the flooding in southwestern Colorado CPR’s Jinny Kim on the debate over carbon capture and sequestration KRCC’s Jess Hazel on the history of the Emma Crawford Coffin Races (archive) Owen Woods from the Alamosa Citizen on flooding in southern Colorado This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Jackie Sedley. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Jackie Sedley and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Adams County is in one of the most competitive congressional districts in the country, and now the Justice Department says it wants to have a closer eye on voting there. Then, a proposed amendment aims to make Colorado’s ballot language easier to understand, but some worry it would have other results. Plus, today is the grand opening of Rainbow Dome, a new roller rink built specifically with the metro area’s queer community in mind.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Tony Gorman on the coming change in the weather CPR’s Bente Birkeland and Caitlyn Kim on the federal plan for election monitors in Adams County CPR’s Ben Markus on Amendment 87 and the complexity around simplifying ballot language Denverite’s Camelia Heins on the grand opening of Rainbow Dome roller rink This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Jackie Sedley. It’s edited and produced by Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Jackie Sedley, Megan Verlee and Zain Haque-Piccione. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Five members of Colorado’s congressional delegation say their offices have received threatening letters with unidentified white powder, bringing up memories of the anthrax attacks of a quarter century ago. Then, in the attorney general’s race, the candidates are divided by their legal experience, and their approach to the Trump administration. Plus, the story of how a man serving a 30 year sentence for armed robbery convinced the prosecutor who put him there that he deserves a second chance.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Tony Gorman on the I-70 glare detours coming soon to Floyd Hill CPR’s Nicole Vap and NPR on threatening letters sent to members of Congress CPR’s Allison Sherry on the race for Attorney General CPR’s Ava Kian on the story of Taveuan Williams’ early release from prison This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Jackie Sedley. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

After years of struggling to contain opioid overdose deaths, a new survey shows Colorado teens are now less likely to try fentanyl or prescription drugs. Then, a Denver man is accused of stealing millions of dollars worth of Colorado water -- but why? And, meet the Aurora teen who became Colorado’s Governor for a day. Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: Rae Solomon on this week's free college application days CPR’s John Daley on Colorado teens’ shifting stance on pills and fentanyl CPR’s Ava Kian on the high country water theft case Rae Solomon on the Aurora teen who was Governor for a day This episode of Colorado Today is hosted, edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf and Madilyn Rose. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Polls suggest this election could deliver a blue wave for Democrats nationally. But in Colorado’s most closely divided district, it still looks like anyone’s race. Then, a massive solar farm proposed for just outside of Mesa Verde National Park has some locals up in arms. Plus, after years of planning, the first element of the state Capitol’s Sand Creek Massacre memorial was unveiled this week.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: The Colorado Sun’s Jesse Paul on the race for Congressional District Eight. CPR’s Haylee May on the planned solar farm near Mesa Verde National Park Denverite’s Camelia Heins on the unveiling of the Sand Creek Massacre memorial Editor's Note: History Colorado is a financial sponsor of Colorado Public Radio. Financial sponsors have no editorial influence.This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Mateo Schimpf. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Megan Verlee, and Michael Hughes. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Editor's note: The mRNA influenza vaccine, mFLUSIVA, will only be available to adults 50 years and older in Colorado this fall. More information can be found at Immunize Colorado.Nearly a million Coloradans received ballots with a measure that wasn't meant for them. How did so many people end up with the wrong question about a railroad? Then, this year’s flu season may come earlier than usual. Plus, a look at Denver International Airport’s latest security breach. And, we get down and dirty with the algorithm behind Denver’s port-a-potty landscape.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Shanna Lewis on the Front Range Passenger Rail measure controversy Denverite’s Paolo Zialcita on Denver’s porta-potty algorithm CPR’s Andrea Dukakis on the upcoming COVID and flu season CPR’s Ben Markus on the lawsuit filed against Denver airport officials This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Jackie Sedley. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, and FLOAT ENGINEER. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Colorado’s Republican candidate for governor is in hot water for accepting more in donations than the law allows, but where is all that money going? Then, it’s been two years since Aurora was dragged into the infamous Tren de Aragua headlines by President Trump. A new podcast from CPR and Latino USA follows the story of one Venezuelan migrant caught in the crossfire. Plus, a lot of people use dating apps to find that special someone. Some are trying out the Soulmate Booth.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Ben Markus on the Marx campaign’s unusual spending CPR’s Mateo Schimpf and Futuro Media’s Maria Hinojosa’s new podcast, The Whisper Game Denverite’s Camelia Heins on the Soulmate Booth This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Jackie Sedley. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Madilyn Rose, Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Alejandro A. Alonso Galva, Jack Armstrong and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

The federal government no longer wants the expense of managing the scenic — and incredibly popular — Maroon Bells, so it’s looking to turn that responsibility over to Pitkin County. But the arrangement is raising some concerns. Then, voters will see two questions on their ballots about income taxes, with very different implications. And delivery drones could be coming to Denver skies soon, thanks to Walmart.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: Colorado Parks and Wildlife's information about the kokanee salmon giveaway CPR’s Stina Seig and Caitlyn Kim on the proposal to shift Maroon Bells to local management CPR’s Voter Guide explains Amendment 87 and Proposition 136 CPR’s Havalin Haskell on Walmart’s plan to bring delivery drones to Denver This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Jackie Sedley and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Jackie Sedley, Arlo Pérez Esquivel, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

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 [email protected]. 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.

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 [email protected]. 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.

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 [email protected]. 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.

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 [email protected]. 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.

As private security guards are being sent to a postal service processing facility in Denver, some state officials are concerned about timing ahead of the election. Then, the number of single-family homes being built in Colorado is at its lowest level in at least six years. Also, the BLM is turning to birth control to help rein in wild horse herds. Plus, the Tarantula Festival in La Junta is hosting a guest from Hollywood: an entomologist who has spent decades wrangling creepy crawlies for film shoots.Email us at [email protected]. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Allison Sherry on the U.S. postal service sending private security guards to the state’s largest mail-sorting facility. CPR’s Stina Seig reported earlier this summer on wild horse round-ups CPR’s Ryan Warner and Hayley Sanchez talk with Steven Kutcher, the “Bug Man of Hollywood.”The 2026 La Junta Tarantula Festival Additional reporting done by CPR’s Ben Markus 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.