First, an update on the federal lawsuit over ICE’s detention practices. Then, Colorado’s most iconic sculpture — the one at DIA — just underwent some much needed maintenance. Plus, how the governor wants to lower your car insurance rates. Also, Mikaela Shriffrin, Lindsey Vonn and others compete in Colorado this week. And, from the quirky to the classic, hear the Thanksgiving traditions from the people who bring you the news.

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A Colorado Republican in Congress has been trying to get an extension for expanded health insurance subsidies. Now the president may be coming around to it. Then, why Xcel Energy says it needs to raise your rates. Plus, a new book tells a story of one captain’s bravery in the face of the Sand Creek Massacre, which will be commemorated this weekend.

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

Thousands of undocumented Coloradans are set to lose their health coverage next year as the state winds down OmniSalud. Then, a group of Democratic lawmakers is facing an ethics investigation over a weekend retreat and concerns about special-interest influence. Plus, what the cooling car-buying market says about consumer confidence and Colorado’s broader economy.

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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, Corey Jones, Stephanie Wolf, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

President Trump has called Colorado’s Jason Crow a traitor over the congressman’s message to troops. Then, the search for rare Earth elements and critical minerals in Colorado. Plus, an update on the weather, drought, and prospects for ski season. And, we remember a local legend of music and civil rights who died this week.

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

A local teacher was detained by ICE and is now back in Peru. Then, after the Evergreen school shooting, the Jefferson County sheriff has an idea she hopes could prevent a future tragedy. Plus, you’ll hear the sounds of a vigil that just took place for a boy murdered by a mob 125 years ago. And, you’ll get an updated snow forecast.

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

Millions of doses of fentanyl were discovered in a storage unit in metro Denver connected to the Sinaloa cartel. Then, an Indigenous ceremony to cull a buffalo, feed Native people, and restore traditions… Right off of I-25. Plus, pennies were made in Denver for more than a century. You’ll hear some of their history, and what currency could be next to cease production.

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

Balancing Colorado’s yearly budget is getting harder to do, as the state has entered a cycle of billion dollar budget shortfalls, largely because of Medicaid costs growing out of control. Then, some Coloradans losing health insurance coverage may decide to skip vaccines and screening tests, but there is a new alternative on one corner of the state. Plus, Denver’s national women’s soccer team threatens to leave Denver before it ever starts, and move to the suburbs. And, a brief update on President Trump’s effort to free Tina Peters.

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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, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

Christian schools in Colorado challenge the state’s laws that bar them from tax money. Then, hear how you can get thousands of dollars to help make energy-saving changes in your home. Plus, it’s good for a meal or some shopping, and now you can hear the people behind Denver’s “Little Saigon” share its history.

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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, Sandy Battulga, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.

The government is open again, but life won’t just go back to normal for thousands of Coloradans. Then, Aurora has high hopes for a solution to homelessness. But there’s a catch. Can it work? Plus, a Broncos player talks about his recent cancer diagnosis. And Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert stands her ground on the Epstein files.

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

Is Colorado quietly slipping into a recession? CPR journalists take a closer look at the warning signs. Then, the election brought big changes to some school boards. It led to a contentious meeting in Douglas County this week. Plus, sculptor Jane DeDecker in Loveland explains her new tribute to an entertainer who was also an activist and spy.

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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.