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Colorado Today

Colorado Public Radio

The Colorado news you need in less than 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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14:58

Jan. 20, 2026: Colorado teachers under pressure,...

Colorado Today ·

2026/01/20

A recent survey shows Colorado teachers are unhappy with their jobs, and it’s driving them away from the profession. Then, a Denver band is in a fight with its AI twin. We talk to its members about a case of mistaken identity – and what they can do about it. And, you might want to think twice about using the phrase rodeo clown. Protecting the riders in the ring is no joke.As promised, you can find Colorado's current custom license plate auction here.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org

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11:36

Jan. 19, 2026: Slow times in ski towns, how a hymn...

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2026/01/19

The tourism boom in Colorado’s mountains hasn’t totally gone bust, but resort communities are definitely feeling the slowdown, and making plans for an uncertain future. Then, a special tribute on this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, looking back at a hymn King first heard in Denver and carried with him for the rest of his life. And forty years after it began, how Colorado became home to one of the largest MLK commemorations in the country.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is

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16:41

Jan. 16, 2026: Polis’ final State of the State,...

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2026/01/16

In his last State of the State speech, Gov. Jared Polis focused on the cost of health care, the impacts of the Trump administration -- and renewed his pitch to officiate Taylor Swift's wedding. Then, dire warnings about how many people would lose their health insurance this year in Colorado's marketplace haven't come to pass, but covering higher premiums is putting some families in a bind. Plus, we hear from two iconic Broncos superfans ahead of Saturday's playoff game at Mile High.If

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16:26

Jan. 15, 2026: Tainted gas update, can Denver outlaw...

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2026/01/15

The wrong audio file for today's episode was originally uploaded. The correct audio is available now, but if you downloaded the episode, you may need to remove it and download again.There’s new information about the dozens of gas stations — and hundreds of drivers — affected by last week’s diesel fuel contamination. Plus, Denver may move to ban law enforcement from concealing their identities behind masks, while Aurora’s newly liberal city council condemns ICE actions in their city, and

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15:51

Jan. 14, 2026: Lawmakers get back to work, more...

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2026/01/14

The 2026 legislative session begins today and we’ll preview the politics, policies and pressures expected to shape the next four months. Plus, more Colorado students are graduating high school on time — and fewer are dropping out, than ever before. And a Colorado nonprofit is giving women and their families the stability needed for a better life. 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

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11:51

Jan. 13, 2026: Morphew pleads not guilty, DIA's...

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2026/01/13

Almost six years after Suzanne Morphew’s disappearance, her husband Barry pleaded not guilty Monday in an Alamosa courtroom. We catch up on the complicated case. Then, Denver is preparing for the next phase of its expansion plans at Denver International Airport — and that includes more work on the C Concourse. Plus, it’s something everyone who goes to the airport notices eventually: that little red barn sitting next to Peña Boulevard. But what’s its story?Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org

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14:28

Jan. 12, 2026: Denver homicide rate way down, Xcel...

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2026/01/12

A lot fewer people are dying of violence in Denver, and changing police practices get some of the credit. Also, being an Xcel customer could be getting more expensive — again. Then, why the BLM is struggling to find buyers for recent lease sales in Colorado. Plus, E-470 drivers know the tollroad’s signs can be good for a chuckle, but who comes up with those punny slogans?If you’re enjoying the show, please leave a review; it helps other Coloradans find us. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org

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16:19

Jan. 9, 2026: Woman killed by ICE had CO roots,...

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2026/01/09

The woman killed by an ICE officer in Minneapolis had roots in Colorado. Plus, how Venezuelans with ties to our state view the U.S. raid to seize President Nicolas Maduro. Then, the clip-clop of cattle hooves on downtown streets means the Stock Show is back in town — we have advice for making the most of it. And finally, we remember Rambin’ Roy Smith and the artistic oasis he built in the San Luis Valley.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read

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15:44

Jan. 8, 2026: Law enforcement overwhelmed by bodycam...

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2026/01/08

Body cameras are helping law enforcement do their jobs, but the footage they create is also bogging down the system. Can police and prosecutors keep up with mounting piles of digital evidence? Then, the Trump administration is putting conditions on funding meant to keep our state prepared for things like natural disasters, or even terrorist attacks. Colorado may have to reduce or eliminate local emergency management programs as a result. And, a family farm in Elbert County shares the secret

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12:46

Jan. 7, 2026: Is Trump retaliating against Colorado?...

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2026/01/07

$300 million — that’s how much in public benefits the Trump administration says it will block from coming to Colorado, money that pays for child care subsidies, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families and other programs. Officials say they’re concerned about fraud, but Colorado’s leaders say the freeze is about punishment, not policy. Then, what do new federal vaccine guidelines for children mean for families here? And the playoff-bound Broncos have a new set of supporters cheering them on:

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15:35

Jan. 6, 2026: Bad flu season, mountain lion update,...

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2026/01/06

The current flu season is shaping up to be one for the record books -- why, and how can you protect yourself? Then, authorities have released more information about the victim, and mountain lion, involved in last week's fatal attack in Larimer County. Plus, with federal tax credits for home solar installation long gone, what will happen to Colorado's solar industry? And finally, we hear about the Adams County animal shelter's wild year of caring for thousands of rescued animals.Email us at

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13:42

Jan. 5, 2026: Trump cites Colorado in Venezuela...

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2026/01/05

Colorado unexpectedly entered the international spotlight after President Trump cited the state while justifying military action against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro… claims that don’t fully line up with what’s known about gang activity here. Then, in the wake of the state’s first potential mountain lion fatality in decades, we look at why encounters with the big cats, while still rare, become more likely this time of year. Plus, a judge blocks Colorado’s plan to require health

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18:09

Jan. 2, 2026: New laws for New Year's, Sen....

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2026/01/02

From up-front pricing for online purchases to more paid leave for parents of preemies, a lot of interesting state laws took effect on New Year's Day. Then, former Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, who died this week at age 92, had a remarkable life, one that included truck driving, Olympic judo, master jewelry design, and a stint driving the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree. Plus, the 'Snowstradamous' of OpenSnow, meteorologist Joel Gratz, pulls back the veil on what might lie in store for

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16:14

Dec. 23, 2025: no more warrantless ICE arrests, your...

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2025/12/23

A U.S. District Judge in Colorado said that immigration agents can no longer arrest people based on suspicion -- what will that mean for deportations in the state. Then, as the federal government moves to downgrade cannabis on the drug schedule, many people have questions. We have some answers. And jazz pianist Annie Booth shares her love of a holiday classic.This is our final episode of Colorado Today for the year. The show will return January 2nd, with all-new stories of the events and

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16:06

Dec. 22, 2025: Denver’s missed climate goals,...

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2025/12/22

Denver will end this year well short of where it needs to be to meet an ambitious goal of going carbon-neutral by 2040. We look at why the city is so far behind, and we ask the mayor if Denver can get back on track. Then, at Colorado ski resorts, Mother Nature is getting lots of help from snow-makers this year. Is this the future of skiing? Plus, a visit to a high school shop class where students are tackling real world problems. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is

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17:15

Dec. 19, 2025: Marijuana reclassification, package...

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2025/12/19

President Trump is downgrading how federal authorities view marijuana, which could open new doors for research, and make life easier for Colorado's industry. Then, three stories about people taking what doesn't belong to them: tips for keeping your packages safe from porch pirates; Douglas County cracks down on shoplifting; and a Lakewood man's surprisingly successful effort to track down his stolen possessions.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s

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15:02

Dec. 18, 2025: Boulder weather lab faces cuts,...

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2025/12/18

Just as the state braces for dangerous winds, a pioneering weather research lab in Boulder could be shut down, and Colorado Democrats say the threat has more to do with politics than science. Then, we check in on how Coloradans are feeling about the economy. Plus, the surprising origin story behind DIA’s iconic tented roof: how budget pressures shaped one of the world’s most recognizable airport designs.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read

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14:09

Dec. 17, 2025: Dating app assault suit, Colorado’s...

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2025/12/17

Six women accuse the world’s largest online dating company of enabling sexual assault after they were attacked by a Denver man using its apps. Then, Colorado’s massive new wildlife overpass is officially complete — but how will the animals know how to use it? Plus, a throwback to Colorado’s Wild West roots, as cattle thefts are making a troubling comeback across the state.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s

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16:53

Dec. 16, 2025: Investigation into troubled state lab,...

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2025/12/16

The investigation into a state public health lab found out-of-date equipment, chronic understaffing, and a culture of fear. What does it mean for the safety of your food and water? Then, we’ll see warm temperatures and wind gusts of up to 75 mph on the Front Range this week. That’s a recipe for dangerous fire conditions, and possibly power cuts. And, from the reigning champion to some intriguing also-rans, it’s CPR's 17th annual Classical Carol Countdown.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org

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13:05

Dec. 15, 2025: Trump trying to pardon Peters, older...

Colorado Today ·

2025/12/15

President Donald Trump has signed a pardon for Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters. It’s based on a unique legal theory her lawyer came up with after re-watching a Steven Spielberg film. Then, it’s not much talked about, but suicide rates among older Coloradans are disturbingly high — why, and what efforts are underway to try to bring them down? And light your candles, it’s the second night of Hanukkah! We’re celebrating with music from the Iberian diaspora.Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org

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