Aspen Public Radio Newscast

On today's podcast: The two candidates for Garfield County commissioner share top concerns, despite their different political parties. A Parachute support center is providing food, clothing and social services for those in need. And a pediatrician at Children's Hospital Colorado says doctors are seeing a lot of flu cases early this season.

On today's podcast: Immigration enforcement has ramped up in Garfield County this year, but candidates for county commissioner want to keep local officers out of it. The Colorado State Patrol is asking folks in the high country to stay alert on the roads for wildlife for the next few months. And Boulder County is at the center of a Supreme Court case over whether oil companies can be held liable for damages, due to the effects of climate change.

On today's podcast: A golf company wants to build houses in an area of Garfield County that’s historically protected for eagles. Candidates for Garfield County commissioner have different opinions on how to work with the city of Glenwood Springs on the South Bridge project. And the ski industry is tempering their expectations for a good snow season, especially after last year’s historic drought.

On today's podcast: Candidates for a Garfield County commissioner seat debate data centers. The candidates for Eagle County sheriff say they want to improve the agency’s response to mental health calls. And fishing restrictions are being lifted on many Colorado rivers.

On today's podcast: With federal Medicaid cuts looming, doctors in the Roaring Fork Valley are bracing for the impact it will have on patients. Xcel energy is moving forward with infrastructure improvements in Garfield County. And Colorado Parks and Wildlife is going to temporarily stop killing wolves that have been attacking livestock.

On today's podcast: Two candidates running to represent HD57 have different views on how to make housing more affordable. The Roaring Fork Valley is getting more funding to help reduce conflicts involving humans and bears. And the Forest Service has opened up public comment on Pitkin County's plan to take over management of the beloved Maroon Bells Scenic Area.

On today's podcast: The city of Glenwood Springs has filed a lawsuit against the landlord of an ICE holding facility. Beekeepers in Colorado are struggling. New research finds wildfires are increasingly threatening drinking water supplies.

On today's podcast: Development was a key issue at a debate involving candidates for Pitkin County Commissioner. Eagle County Sheriff James Van Beek faces a challenge this November. And the Colorado State Patrol is beefing up DUI enforcement for the next month.

On today's podcast: Pitkin County is one step closer to taking over management of the Maroon Bells. Federal firefighting resources in the Mountain West were stretched thin this summer. New research finds only a small portion of the nation’s rivers will have as much fish and wildlife diversity as they do today.

On today's podcast: Garfield County’s housing authority might help a group of residents purchase their mobile home park. Locals are asking why Aspen Skiing Company is changing its company culture. And the Navajo Nation Council has taken a major step toward protecting one of its most precious water resources.