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Federal layoffs amid shutdown, Denver jails missing staff, archaeological dig in Central City
Published 7 months ago
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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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Read more on the stories in today’s show:
- CPR’s John Daley reports on how federal worker layoffs could impact Colorado’s substance use and mental health services.
- CPR’s Caitlyn Kim reports on planned layoffs at the Department of Interior.
- Denverite’s Kyle Harris reports on problems at Denver’s jail and in the sheriff’s department.
- Denverite’s Kevin Beaty shows you the findings from archaeological work in Central City.
- In case you missed it, here are our gardening tips for fall.
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.