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June 18, 2025: Deputy tips off ICE, Trump changes wildfire fighting, Juneteenth celebration

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Rauniyiah (10) and the Platinum Divaz perform in Denver’s annual Juneteenth parade on 26th Avenue. June 15, 2025.

A Colorado sheriff’s deputy tips off immigration officials after making a routine traffic stop. Now a college student is in ICE detention. Plus, a new executive order from President Trump changes staffing and technology to fight wildfires. Then, Juneteenth festival-goers in Denver share the meaning of the holiday.

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

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