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September 19, 2025: Vigil at CSU for Charlie Kirk, protecting firefighters from toxins, catchy local song

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A crowd sits outdoors wearing hats, many in white with the number 47. One woman stands holding a portrait of a smiling man in a suit. Some people wear sunglasses and shirts with various logos. A woman holds a photo of Charlie Kirk.
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Colorado State University’s Canvas Stadium is full of people waiting for a vigil for Charlie Kirk to begin. Sept. 18, 2025.

Charlie Kirk has been scheduled to speak in Fort Collins. Instead, mourners gathered last night. Then, wildland firefighters are getting sick. The Trump administration says it has a plan to protect them, including creating a brand new federal fire agency. Plus, a tune from a local artist to kick off your weekend.

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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.