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October 21, 2025: Federal layoffs amid shutdown, Denver jails missing staff, archaeological dig in Central City

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Inside a special management unit of Denver's downtown jail. Sept. 24, 2025.
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Inside a special management unit of Denver’s downtown jail. Sept. 24, 2025.

Sheriff’s deputies at Denver’s jail say staffing levels are so low they’re now dangerous for staff and inmates. Then, the Trump administration telegraphs its next layoffs in Colorado. Plus, what archeologists are digging up about the history of Central City.

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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.