Feb. 10, 2025: State lawmakers change approach on guns; A ‘community’ newsletter generated by A.I.?
High-capacity magazines are banned in Colorado. And Democratic lawmakers say they’re serious about enforcement. ut might their solution go too far? We take a closer look with Purplish. Then, in Pueblo and Fort Collins, a locally-reported newsletter lands in people’s inboxes. Except it’s neither local, nor reported. Plus, how a small town school district got students engaged again in learning. And how climate change is affecting beer.
Feb. 7, 2025: Assessing the ICE raids and resistance; Colorado sues over Musk access to US Treasury
ICE enforcement this week tested the resilience of migrant communities in Colorado. How they’re peacefully resisting, and the many unanswered questions about the actual raids. Then, Colorado joins eleven states in suing the Trump Administration over Elon Musk’s and DOGE’s access to the U.S. Treasury. Plus, the new species of mammal discovered on Colorado’s western slope. And how delicate art became a sanctuary for a Ukrainian couple now in Colorado.
Colorado will join multiple states to sue over Elon Musk and DOGE access to US Treasury
Multiple states are asking the courts to intervene.
Feb. 5, 2025: Engaging students to achieve success; Safety standards for cannabis?
Today, a check-up on school kids in Colorado. The latest national report card shows they’re outpacing the rest of the country in reading and math, but chronic absenteeism remains high. We speak with the state’s education commissioner, Susana Córdova, who’s spent time in districts large and small, looking for innovation. Then, questions about safety standards amid concern over contaminants like mold and pesticides in cannabis. And how the Trump administration could impact Colorado’s energy sector.
Feb. 3, 2025: Federal workers have a decision to make; Remembering the ‘Cowboy Chancellor’
Federal employees have until Thursday to resign voluntarily. There are 40,000 U.S. government workers in Colorado. Tom Temin, the host of the Federal Drive and columnist for the Federal News Network, at outlet for government workers, joins us. Then, what do Colorado voters think about the Trump presidency so far? Plus, remembering Daniel Ritchie, a steward of arts and education known as the “Cowboy Chancellor.” Later, State Sen. Iman Jodeh breaks down stereotypes about the hijab. And go for another ride in the Great Dale House Car.
Jan. 31, 2025: Paying college athletes; Colorado’s most endangered places
College athletics will never be the same; the state legislature may let universities pay players. Federal court settlements are forcing the changes. Then, four historic locations in Colorado have been added to the state’s most endangered places list. Plus, it’s skijoring season! And the Local 303 shares the top Colorado artists of 2024 as chosen by listeners.
Listeners chose their favorite Colorado bands. Here they are
Indie 102.3 regularly showcases Colorado musicians. At the end of the year, listeners vote for their favorites. The top 15 were just unveiled. Host and Local Music Director Alisha Sweeney shares some of them with us.
Jan. 29, 2025: ICE deportation appears imminent in Colorado; Celebrating the Lunar New Year
The long-promised “Operation Aurora” crackdown on unlawful immigration looks like it’s about to begin in Colorado. We’ll sort through the developments. Then, with or without the United States, the world pursues green energy. Plus a threatened federal funding freeze sheds light on how much the state’s largest safety-net hospital relies on federal money. And Colorado marks the Lunar New Year with a state holiday.
Jan. 27, 2025: Preservationist Dana Crawford; ‘The Reservoir’ takes on tough subjects with comedy
She loved old buildings. And fought to save them from the wrecking ball. Today, we remember Colorado developer and preservationist Dana Crawford who’s died at age 93. Then, playwright, and recovering alcoholic, Jake Brasch, takes us inside his mind with his new play, “The Reservoir” at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
In ‘The Reservoir,’ alcoholism, Alzheimer’s and, yes, laughter take the stage
In “The Reservoir,” playwright and Denver native Jake Brasch explores addiction and dementia… with a heaping side of laughter. The show was incubated at the prestigious Colorado New Play Summit.
Jan. 24, 2025: Denver7’s Lisa Hidalgo on cold, snow, and her love for meteorology; Refugee resettlement stalls
From the bitter cold to wind chill, snowpack, climate science, and her love for meteorology, Denver7’s new chief meteorologist Lisa Hidalgo joins us. Then, refugees find themselves in limbo after their flights are canceled by the Trump administration. We’ll hear from one of Colorado’s official resettlement agencies. Plus, the world’s largest passenger plane is heading to Colorado. And a new play in Boulder weaves together environmental justice, Indigenous rights, and an unlikely romance.
It’s Lisa Hidalgo! Our climate & weather chats continue with Denver7’s new chief meteorologist
The tradition continues… but with a new voice. Our monthly conversations about Colorado’s weather and climate now feature Lisa Hidalgo. She took the reins (rains?) at Denver7 from longtime weatherman Mike Nelson.
The jumbo-est of jumbo jets is coming to Colorado
The German carrier Lufthansa will operate the double-decker A380 between Munich and Denver.
Jan. 22, 2025: Colorado defends birthright citizenship; January 6th pardons include Coloradans
A day after Donald Trump was sworn in as president, Colorado’s attorney general sued him over changes to birthright citizenship. Phil Weiser joins AGs from Maine to Hawaii in challenging President Trump’s executive order, titled, “Protecting The Meaning and Value of American Citizenship.” Then, the January 6th pardons include at least 20 Coloradans. Plus, a DACA recipient on his constant fear of deportation. And how wildfire inspired author Laura Pritchett.
‘If you’re born here, you are a citizen.’ Colorado’s Attorney General on why he’s suing President Trump over birthright citizenship
“The constitution makes very clear in the 14th Amendment that if you’re born here on U.S. soil, you are a citizen. You have the rights of a citizen.”
Jan. 13, 2025: Longtime ski executive is ‘disillusioned’ with corporate sustainability
Americans are “swapping revolution for sorting plastic bottles,” writes Auden Schendler in his new book, “Terrible Beauty.”
