You’ll hear how the case played out at the Supreme Court over Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy. Then, why teachers in Colorado Springs are striking today. Plus, an app where you can now download hundreds of books for free that have been banned elsewhere. And, a scientific explanation of whether Menver is a real thing.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Rachel Estabrook, Pete Creamer and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Hundreds of millions of dollars in grants to create better solar panels, cut down on methane from oil and gas operations, and more is being cancelled. Then, the U.S. wants to upgrade its nuclear arsenal  buried under Colorado. Plus, a university in the San Luis Valley has been innovating with how to get Latino students through to graduation. Now the school is looking for help. And, Colorado will waive your college application fees today.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Stephanie Wolf, Corey Jones, Mateo Schimpf, Rachel Estabrook, Tyler Bender and Shane Rumsey. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

You’ll get the backstory on a local case that will be heard at the U.S. Supreme Court tomorrow about whether counselors can engage in conversion therapy. Then, President Trump plans to charge employers $100,000 to get visas for some foreign workers. But some of those employers here are schools who cannot afford that fee. And, the popular Mexican band Maná plucked a  musician from Denver’s streets to open at Red Rocks.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Bazi Kanani and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Stephanie Wolf, Corey Jones, Rachel Estabrook, Pete Creamer, Shane Rumsey and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

ICE claims assaults on its agents are way up. CPR’s investigations team looks for evidence. Then, Colorado is trying to fill the gap created when federal electric vehicle tax credits expired a few days ago. Plus, Denver wants to flip an iconic part of downtown like they did Union Station. And, the uncommon place where people are creating works of art this weekend. 

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

The 14-year-old victim of the Evergreen school shooting is out of the hospital. Then, a federal court rules that religious preschools accepting public funds cannot discriminate against LGBTQ families. Plus, RTD votes to raise fares for people with disabilities who rely on its on-demand service. And, 20 years after Hunter S. Thompson’s death near Aspen, officials are taking another look.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Stephanie Wolf, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Boulder gave hundreds of residents some extra cash every month. The results of this experiment are in. Then, why CU is getting fined over the behavior of its football fans. Plus, for decades, some inmates here have trained wild horses, but it’s coming to an end. Also, it’s apple picking season. You’ll hear what makes the crops here distinct. And, Love is Blind debuts in Denver.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Haylee May, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

A major cultural festival that usually brings artists from all over Latin America to Denver is having to pivot because of stronger immigration policies. Then, perhaps the biggest recall ever in Colorado’s cannabis industry could be a sign of wider worries about safety. Plus, what the Rockies’ manager has to say about their historically bad season. And, leaf peeping crowds shut down a town’s entrances.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Haylee May and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Haylee, Arlo, Rachel Estabrook, Pedro Lumbraño and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

The second student wounded at Evergreen High School is 14 years old, and his family says he confronted the shooter. Then, what a federal government shutdown would mean for you in Colorado. Plus, RTD may make it harder to access a service that people with disabilities have come to rely on. And, what could possibly be the explanation for a Colorado airport to be named Happy Butt?

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Stephanie Wolf, Corey Jones, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Two large school districts are trying to protect their high school games from gun violence, and testing new approaches. Then, Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade doubles down on public safety, and you’ll find out why he thinks the decision to relocate U.S. Space Command was disappointing but “largely symbolic.” Plus, you can get caught up in Halloween with the staging of a Dracula ballet. And, visit National Parks for free tomorrow.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Bazi, Stephanie Wolf, Megan Verlee, Corey Jones, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook, Pedro Lumbraño and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Xcel Energy plans to pay more than half a billion dollars to avoid a trial over its role in the state’s most destructive wildfire. Then, an iconic attraction in the state says it could close after its own legal payout. Plus, hear from a skier with disabilities who’s getting inducted into the snowsports hall of fame. And, you have a chance to vote on the coolest new invention in Colorado.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Arlo and Bazi, along with Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.