The state estimates tariffs are costing Colorado a quarter billion dollars, and the governor explains why he thinks this will mean a significant hit to the economy. Then, the prospect of a new Buc-ee’s mega travel plaza on the I-25 corridor is dividing a small town, and prompting an election this week. Plus, Denver is trying something new to get you to read a book for fun.This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by 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:
- CPR’s Sarah Mulholland reports on the state’s estimate of the cost of tariffs on Colorado.
- KRCC’s Briana Heaney reports on the polarizing effort to bring a new Buc-ee’s to the I-25 corridor.
- KRCC’s Andrea Chalfin has the details on Palmer Lake’s special election.
- CPR’s Elaine Tassy shares details on the One Book One Denver program.
