Colorado Edition
KUNC's Colorado Edition is a daily look at the stories, news, people and issues important to you. It's a window to the communities along the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
The show explores the big stories of the day, bringing context and insight to issues that matter. And because life in Northern Colorado is a balance of work and play, we explore the lighter side of news, highlighting what makes this state such an incredible place to live.
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Today on Colorado Edition: We learn about the University of Northern Colorado’s pursuit to become a Hispanic Serving Institution. We hear how Colorado State University is incorporating Indigenous perspectives into the classroom. And we talk to the first executive director of equity and inclusion at Front Range Community College. -
Today on Colorado Edition: We discuss the Colorado Republican Party’s vote on a proposal to pull out of the 2022 primary elections. We also hear about new laws to mitigate some of the financial burden of college for undocumented students. And, we learn what the renovation of a Colorado Springs property is revealing about the state's history. -
On today’s episode of Colorado Edition, we hear about a recent investigation on police and paramedics in Aurora, and learn the latest on carbon policies in Colorado. -
On this episode of Colorado Edition, we learn reforms to policing in Boulder, due in large part to pushes for reform from the community. -
Today on Colorado Edition: we learn what's being done to address the skyrocketing demand for COVID-19 testing, and get details on the state's plans for a booster shot rollout. We also hear about a public health initiative in Boulder that gives people experiencing homelessness a place to recover from COVID-19. And we learn how a formerly incarcerated individual is advocating for prison reform through artwork. -
Today on Colorado Edition: Texans are already traveling to Colorado and other Western states for abortions. We hear how local clinics are handling the wave of new patients. And, a Lakewood Paralympian silver medalist talks about his athletic journey. -
Today on Colorado Edition: we learn more about the science behind booster shots for the COVID-19 vaccine. We also hear how fentanyl testing might reduce the risks of overdosing on the deadly opioid, and look back at KUNC’s early coverage of some of the first 9/11 anniversaries. -
Today on Colorado Edition: we look at the emerging market for law enforcement liability insurance in our state, hear how the legal system is responding to the growing use of the deadly opioid fentanyl, and learn about an annual event to honor the firefighters who lost their lives on 9/11. -
Today on Colorado Edition: We look at the end of unemployment aid, learn about an increase in fentanyl use in the Mountain West, look back at past coverage of the 9/11 attacks, and get some updates on a mobile home park in Fort Collins. -
Today on Colorado Edition: Bees are dying worldwide from disease, pesticide use, and habitat loss. We hear about an organization that’s managing hives and tracking honey to help bees form healthier colonies. We also hear about a resolution the town board of Nederland passed to recognize the rights of the nearby Boulder Creek watershed. And in light of the Rosh Hashanah holiday, we look back at an early chapter of Colorado’s Jewish history.
