Capitol Conversation: Election Roundtable

On October 31, 2012 By

Not only is Colorado a key swing state in the presidential election, this fall voters will also be deciding on a host of other races and issues. For instance, down ticket candidates will determine the makeup of the state legislature, and voters will also decide whether or not to legalize marijuana. Bente Birkeland talks [...]

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Marijuana Possession Arrests Up; Non-Whites at Higher Rates

On October 30, 2012 By

100,000 Coloradans have medical marijuana licenses now. Still, even though more patients can legally buy pot, arrests are UP by 7%.

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Early Voting Numbers Across Colorado

On October 30, 2012 By

With the election now only one week away, nearly a quarter of Colorado voters have already caste their ballots. Early in-person voting ends on Friday. Bente Birkeland has more from the state capitol.

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AM Round-Up: Early voting numbers; CS Mayor seeks pension sustainability; Conservation continues to be important to hunters and anglers; and more

On October 30, 2012 By

With the election now only one week away, nearly a quarter of Colorado voters have already cast their ballots…Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach has announced the formation of what he’s calling the Pension Solutions Team…El Paso County Health officials are reporting the first hospitalized flu patients this season…The National Wildlife Federation recently released the results of their Hunters and Anglers survey…and, more.

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5th Congressional District Q & A: Dave Anderson

On October 29, 2012 By

Dave Anderson is running for Congress in the 5th Congressional District. He’s running unaffiliated, challenging Republican incumbent Doug Lamborn. KRCC invited both candidates for an interview. Lamborn would not commit to a date.

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President Obama Works to Mobilize Base

On October 25, 2012 By

President Barack Obama made one of his final stops in Colorado yesterday leading up to election day. The rally in Denver’s City Park comes just a day after Governor Mitt Romney held a campaign event at Red Rocks amphitheater. Bente Birkeland has more.

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Romney Supporters Rally at Red Rocks

On October 24, 2012 By

The presidential race is tightening and both candidates are making a final push in key swing states including Colorado. More than 10,000 people filled Red Rocks amphitheater last night to see Governor Mitt Romney and his running mate Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan. Meanwhile, President Barack Obama is holding a rally in Denver today. Bente [...]

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El Paso County Ballot Measures: PPRTA and a Sales Tax for the Sheriff

On October 22, 2012 By

Though the presidential race is the big news item this election year, voters in El Paso County will also consider two tax measures that could have a significant impact on the Pikes Peak region. KRCC’s Michelle Mercer reports.

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Early Voting Begins

On October 22, 2012 By

Most Colorado voters are expected to cast their ballots before election day this November 6th. Early voting begins today and mail ballots have already been sent out across the state. Bente Birkeland examines the trend of early voting.

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Libertarian Presidential Candidate Gary Johnson Visits CO

On October 19, 2012 By

Libertarian presidential candidate and former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson addressed dozens of supporters in Fort Collins today about national security, a balanced budget, and the war on drugs.

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Audio: Citizens Project Voter Forum

On October 19, 2012 By

The Citizens Project hosted a voter forum for Colorado Springs area residents this week, featuring discussions from state legislative candidates, commissioner candidates, and about ballot initiatives Amendment 64 and Amendment 65.

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Marijuana Legalization Backers, Detractors Debate

On October 18, 2012 By

Supporters and opponents of legalizing marijuana in Colorado faced off earlier this week during a two-hour debate. Colorado Christian University hosted the event. Bente Birkeland has more from the state capitol.

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Mail-In Ballots Drop this Week

On October 17, 2012 By

The first wave of Colorado voters will begin casting their ballots for the November election this week. County clerks sent out mail ballots to thousands of voters across the state on Monday. Bente Birkeland has more from the state capitol.

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Lack of Local TV in Southwest CO Heightened in Election Season

On October 12, 2012 By

It’s undoubtedly election season, and for anyone who turns on the television that means being bombarded with political ads and information. Now imagine those ads coming from candidates you can’t even vote for. That’s the case for some people in southwest Colorado who can only get television from New Mexico. As Bente Birkeland reports, [...]

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Colorado Secretary of State Faces More Scrutiny

On October 11, 2012 By

Democrats at the statehouse say they’re fed up with Republican Secretary of State Scott Gessler’s partisan games. Two lawmakers plan to introduce legislation next session to try and rein him in. As Bente Birkeland reports, this is just one of several controversies surrounding the high profile official.

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First Lady Michelle Obama Opens Campaign Swing in Fountain

On October 10, 2012 By

About 1800 enthusiastic supporters turned out at the Fountain Middle School gymnasium as First Lady Michelle Obama kicked off a two-day campaign swing through Colorado in support of the President. KRCC’s Andrea Chalfin was there and has this report.

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Round-Up: Pueblo approves domestic partner benefits; Crews battle wildfire in Rocky Mountain National Park; First Lady opens campaign swing in Fountain

On October 10, 2012 By

Pueblo City Council last night voted to extend benefits to domestic partners of city employees, the Chieftain reports…Dozens of personnel and several fire engines are at work containing a 400-acre wildfire on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park…About 1800 enthusiastic supporters turned out at the Fountain Middle School gymnasium as First Lady Michelle Obama kicked off a two-day campaign swing through Colorado in support of the President.

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AM Round-Up: State’s tourism industry opens annual conference; Coloradans paying less at the pump; Marine from LaJunta who’d been MIA laid to rest; and more

On October 10, 2012 By

The state’s tourism industry kicks off a three-day annual conference today in Steamboat Springs….AAA says Coloradans are paying less at the gas pump than last week…Two of the four candidates in the race for the 3rd congressional seat will take part in a debate tonight night in Pueblo…Thirty-seven years after he was declared missing during the rescue of an American ship crew that was seized by the Khmer Rouge, a Colorado Marine native to LaJunta has been buried with military honors.

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Round-Up: 3rd CD candidates to debate; Pueblo council expected to vote on benefits for domestic partners; Vestas issues more CO layoffs

On October 9, 2012 By

Two of the four candidates in the race for the 3rd congressional seat will take part in a debate tomorrow night in Pueblo…Pueblo City Council plans a public hearing tonight on benefits for domestic partners, and is expected to vote on the measure…and, Vestas Wind Systems lays off additional workers in Colorado.

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3rd Congressional Seat Debate

On October 9, 2012 By

Two of the four candidates in the race for the 3rd congressional seat will take part in a debate tomorrow night in Pueblo.

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Round-Up: Campaigns push for final voter registration; County clerks complain to Secretary of State Gessler

On October 8, 2012 By

The deadline to register to vote in the 2012 election is tomorrow, and both presidential campaigns are in an all out blitz to register voters up until the last minute….Meanwhile, the Colorado County Clerk’s Association has issued a four-page letter of complaint to Secretary of State Scott Gessler over new voting systems in place this year.

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Campaigns Cram for Final Voter Registrations

On October 8, 2012 By

The deadline to register to vote in the 2012 election is tomorrow…and both presidential campaigns are in an all out blitz to register voters up until the last minute.

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Debate: Colorado’s 4th Congressional District Candidates

On October 8, 2012 By

At its annual conference held in Cripple Creek this year, Action 22 invited congressional candidates for Southern Colorado districts to debate on issues and questions as asked by the audience. Here is the debate for Colorado’s 4rd Congressional District, featuring incumbent Representative Cory Gardner (R), and challenger Brandon Shaffer (D).

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May 19, 2013 | NPR · NPR’s Bob Mondello and Susan Stamberg read excerpts of two of the best submissions for Round 11 of our short story contest. They read Ten Ring Fingers by Tamara Breuer of Washington, D.C., and Ghost Words by Matheus Macedo of Winthrop, Mass.
 

Giant Renaissance Food People Descend Upon New York
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One Couple, Nearly 20 Years, All ‘Before Midnight’
May 19, 2013 | NPR · We’ve already met Jesse and Celine, twice. In the 1995 film Before Sunset, they had a romantic encounter in Vienna. Nine years later, they found each other in Paris. In this third film, their relationship has progressed another nine years. The romance hasn’t left, says director Richard Linklater, it’s simply changed.
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Laura Mvula: A Soulful Voice That Once Answered Phones
May 19, 2013 | NPR · Less than two years ago, Laura Mvula was a receptionist honing her phone answering skills at music organization in Birmingham, England. Now, she’s got a record deal, a lot of critical acclaim, and she’s touring around the U.S.
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Marques Toliver: An R&B Crooner With Strings Attached
May 19, 2013 | NPR · Toliver’s music is anchored by the violin, on which he is classically trained. He says he discovered the instrument in fifth grade — and that in a way, it chose him.
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Draco Rosa: A Pop Survivor Returns From The Brink, With Friends
May 18, 2013 | NPR · In the 1980s, he was Robi Rosa, the lead singer of Menudo at the boy band’s peak of popularity. Rosa went on to write hits for bandmate Ricky Martin and develop a solo career. When Rosa was diagnosed with cancer several years ago, some of the biggest names in Latin music assembled to support him.
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