Wed 7/17/24

Today –  we’re joined by Carrie Hauser, the 11-year president of Colorado Mountain College and a two-term commission with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Hauser is now president of the National Trust for Public Land. 

Today –  we’re joined by Carrie Hauser, the 11-year president of Colorado Mountain College and a two-term commission with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Hauser is now president of the National Trust for Public Land.

Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we’re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at https://coloradosun.com/.

The Daily Sun-Up

Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we’re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at https://coloradosun.com/.

Our intro music is by Matt Skellenger Group: https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission 

Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we&rsquo;re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at <a href="https://coloradosun.com/">https://coloradosun.com/</a>.
Our intro music is by Matt Skellenger Group: <a href="https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission">https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission</a>&nbsp;

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Former Colorado Mountain College president has new role protecting public lands

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Phil Weiser makes his case for leading Colorado in a live conversation with Colorado Sun Elections Editor Jesse Paul. Weiser discusses his plans to address affordability, health care, water, transportation and the state’s budget challenges. He also weighs in on ballot measures, Medicaid spending and the importance of public engagement. The conversation comes as Republican nominee Victor Marx declines The Sun’s invitation to participate in a live interview or debate.

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Democratic gubernatorial nominee Phil Weiser makes his case for leading Colorado in a live conversation with Colorado Sun Elections Editor Jesse Paul. Weiser discusses his plans to address affordability, health care, water, transportation and the state&rsquo;s budget challenges. He also weighs in on ballot measures, Medicaid spending and the importance of public engagement. The conversation comes as Republican nominee Victor Marx declines The Sun&rsquo;s invitation to participate in a live interview or debate.
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Phil Weiser makes his case for Colorado Governor

Colorado’s 8th Congressional District is one of the nation’s most competitive House races, with an outcome that could help determine control of Congress. Colorado Public Radio’s Mateo Schimpf talks with Colorado Sun elections editor Jesse Paul about the candidates, key issues and what to watch as voters head to the polls.

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Colorado&rsquo;s 8th Congressional District is one of the nation&rsquo;s most competitive House races, with an outcome that could help determine control of Congress. Colorado Public Radio&rsquo;s Mateo Schimpf talks with Colorado Sun elections editor Jesse Paul about the candidates, key issues and what to watch as voters head to the polls.
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Inside the race for Congressional District 8

Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2026/10/16/colorado-labor-force-shrinks-lowest-jobs-numbers-unemployment/

Colorado’s labor force participation rate is down to levels last seen in 1979. More Colorado workers left the state’s labor force last month, likely due to retirement, moving away or possibly just giving up the search. Sun business and tech reporter Tamara Chuang breaks down what it means for Colorado.

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Read more: <a href="https://coloradosun.com/2026/10/16/colorado-labor-force-shrinks-lowest-jobs-numbers-unemployment/">https://coloradosun.com/2026/10/16/colorado-labor-force-shrinks-lowest-jobs-numbers-unemployment/</a>
Colorado&rsquo;s labor force participation rate is down to levels last seen in 1979. More Colorado workers left the state&rsquo;s labor force last month, likely due to retirement, moving away or possibly just giving up the search. Sun business and tech reporter Tamara Chuang breaks down what it means for Colorado.
Stay informed about the elections at <a href="http://aarp.org/co">aarp.org/co</a>
Become a member at&nbsp;<a href="http://coloradosun.com/support">coloradosun.com/support</a>

Former Colorado Mountain College president has new role protecting public lands

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