Colorado Today

July 29, 2025: Evans’ family immigration story questioned, RTD paratransit cuts, Aspen trees slow wildfires


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We take a closer look at a personal story Congressman Gabe Evans has shared on the campaign trail — and why it’s now facing scrutiny. We’ll also hear from disability advocates in Denver who are pushing back against proposed changes to a widely used RTD paratransit service, saying the move could deeply impact their community. Plus, a new study highlights how Colorado’s iconic aspen trees might play a bigger role in slowing wildfires than previously thought.


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


Email us at [email protected].


Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members.


Read more on the stories in today’s show:

  • Colorado Newsline’s Chase Woodruff investigates Rep. Gabe Evans’ family immigration story.
  • CPR’s Caitlyn Kim talks with Evans about the discoveries of his grandfather’s immigration records.
  • CPR’s Tom Hesse reports on a new study about how Aspen trees can slow wildfires.
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