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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Pueblo, Grand Junction, Durango, and Roaring Fork Valley, here are my in-depth interviews with the candidates who want to represent you in Congress! Incumbent Jeff Hurd (R): www.cpr.org/2026/10/01/r... Dwayne Romero (D): www.cpr.org/2026/10/01/d... Produced by the marvelous @tomhesse.bsky.social

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The journey to Runway 17L "A CPR News review finds Mott’s suicide did more than expose 231 people to possible catastrophe. It also draws new attention to Colorado’s ongoing failure to provide adequate treatment, supervision or both for mentally ill residents charged with crimes."

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His long, sad journey to Runway 17L

Michael Mott's life and death underscore Colorado’s ongoing failure to provide treatment and supervision for mentally ill residents charged with crimes.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

JUST IN: “The Grand Junction man held in prison for more than three decades for a string of deadly pipe bombings will see the murder charges against him dropped rather than receiving a new trial.” Our producer on The Western Slope @tomhesse.bsky.social reports: www.cpr.org/2026/04/10/j...

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David_j_roth @davidjroth.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Clapping my flippers together and honking like a harbor seal when a Super Bowl ad for a condiment or gambling app featuring two celebrities unexpectedly reveals a third celebrity as its punchline. Bouncing a ball around on my snout. My wife has to throw me a herring to get me to calm down.

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Sam Klomhaus @samklomhaus.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

BREAKING: A federal magistrate denied Tina Peters' request for habeas corpus relief Monday, citing lack of jurisdiction. www.gjsentinel.com/breaking/tin...

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Nicole Foy @nicolefoy.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Hey folks 👋 I'm the reporter who revealed immigration agents detained 170+ citizens this year My fellowship w/ProPublica has been incredible, but it wraps January. I'm looking for my next gig. Please reach out to share leads & opportunities! nicolemfoy@gmail.com www.propublica.org/people/nicol...

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ProPublica is an independent, non-profit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest.

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Sam Klomhaus @samklomhaus.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

A judge has ruled that ICE agents must determine whether someone is a flight risk before arresting them without a warrant, which is required by law but not how ICE has been operating of late, according to a lawsuit brought by two people detained in Grand Junction. www.gjsentinel.com/news/western...

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Judge rules ICE agents must follow the law in suit brought by GJ detainees

A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Colorado are required to make a probable cause determination on whether someone is a flight risk before

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Nicole Foy @nicolefoy.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

9YO citizen caught in Idaho FBI raid describes officers breaking car window to detain his father “I felt scared because they were pointing the guns at me. When they broke the window, I had to jump to my mom’s feet. I had glass in my mouth, and I quickly spit it away." www.ktvb.com/article/news...

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Idaho children struggle after Wilder raid leaves their father detained by ICE

A Nampa family is still reeling after ICE detained their father at an FBI raid. His children recount the fear of that day and their hope of having him home.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

"If You Can Keep It" is a new series from Colorado Matters that scrutinizes and contextualizes today's extraordinary politics & policy. Already we're learning extraordinary events have precursors. DU's Seth Masket is our guide. The title references Benjamin Franklin's words. Give it a listen:

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'If you can keep it.' A new series about unprecedented politics and policy | Colorado Public Radio

Benjamin Franklin said, “A Republic, if you can keep it.” He was asked – after the constitutional convention – if we were to become a republic or a monarchy? We borrowed from Franklin to name a new se...

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Sen. Hickenlooper bemoans cuts to the Dept. of Energy. I asked about his vote to confirm Trump's energy secretary. "I am deeply, deeply disappointed in Chris Wright. I've known him for a long time, and I don't know how to say it any better. I'm deeply disappointed," the Colorado Democrat tells me.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Are you affected directly by the government shutdown? CPR News wants to hear from you. If you're a federal worker or contractor or someone who relies on a gov't function, please fill out our survey:

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Survey: Have you been impacted by the shutdown?

We want to know how the government shutdown is impacting you as a federal worker or recipient of federal services.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Y’all, this is the creator of our extremely popular Colorado Postcards, Gillian Coldsnow! We’re asking for your contribution to CPR, so you can stay connected to your community. And you might win a trip to Italy! Give at cpr.org

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

I awoke to pleas to investigate how a Colorado self-storage company landed a contract to manage the US' vast strategic petroleum reserve. It didn't. @tomhesse.bsky.social picks up the story from here:

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Is the US primed to house its petroleum reserve in Douglas County self-storage units?

No. But there’s a story.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Michael Bennet, CO's senior senator, expresses "deep anger" at his own party and, when it comes to pushing back against the Trump Administration says, "We have no business giving up." We also discuss Ukraine... and that group chat. Read/listen: www.cpr.org/2025/03/26/i... by @tomhesse.bsky.social

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

“This was done with so much chaos and confusion and, really, cruelty.” A pediatric HIV/AIDS doc who works in Colorado and Kenya discusses the US’ about-face in the global fight against the virus. She worries, too, about domestic investment. via @tomhesse.bsky.social

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A Colorado HIV expert fears funding cuts will undo years of progress

Dr. Lisa Abougi has worked on HIV/AIDS programs in Kenya as well as at Children’s Hospital Colorado.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Neato! I've learned I'm getting the Dennis Gallagher Community Trailblazer Award for "journalistic integrity, thoughtful and honest interviews, clear-eyed exploration of relevant intercultural topics and an engaging authentic persona.” Thanks to Denver Center for Intercultural Scholars Foundation.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

He’s been Colorado attorney general, US senator and Interior sec’t. But Ken Salazar tells me ambassador to Mexico was his toughest assignment. Now that he’s back, we'll discuss trade, immigration and a more humane border Friday on a special Colorado Matters. Oh and he calls it The Gulf of Mexico.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Hello from Colorado Springs where this sign on Nevada Av. is giving me life! I’ll host Colorado Matters from KRCC tomorrow — a conversation about Pueblo’s progress on violent crime… and your maaaaany spring gardening questions ANSWERED!

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

US Rep. Jeff Hurd, of Grand Junction, tells me he likes a lot of what he sees from DOGE-- especially cuts to DEI programs. Meanwhile, Hurd can't say how many federal workers have lost or left their jobs in his district, but there are some he wishes hadn't. Airs in full Friday on Colorado Matters.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Independent journalism is indispensable. I welcome your support during our membership campaign, which begins today. You’ll also be entered to win a trip to Costa Rica!

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

Are you a federal worker who’s been laid off? Would you care to share your story? We can discuss anonymity. I know prior to “the fork in the road,” many were afraid to speak. DMs welcome. Email rwarner at cpr dot org and Signal ryebread.22

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Brendan Vogt @brendanvogt.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Jalen Pickett fought hard to claw his way into Malone’s trust. After a brutal start to his career, he embraced the grind and put the work in. It began with a little help from his veteran — Jamal Murray: thednvr.com/denver-nugge...

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Denver Nuggets Extend League's Longest Winning Streak in Style - DNVR Sports

The Denver Nuggets extended the league's longest win streak with a dominant team-win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Are you a federal worker in Colorado-- just learning about Trump's resignation offer? Perhaps his return-to-facilities or DEI directives affect you. If you'd care to speak with Colorado Matters about where your head's at, send me a DM or email ColoradoMatters at cpr dot org.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

“I’m attracted to beautiful places and a lot of times, they happen to be places that've been ignored. When I get to town, I always say, ‘Take me to your pigeons and your pensioners,’ and I find the beautiful buildings." RIP preservationist & developer Dana Crawford, seen here in Trinidad in March.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Gov. Polis sees land-owning school districts and churches as key to easing Colorado’s housing crunch. Me: There are obstacles in their way to build housing? Polis: There's obstacles to everything in our state, Ryan. In-depth on housing, immigration, and public safety:

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Interview: Setting his agenda for 2025, Polis lays out strategies to stand up to hail and to Trump in 2025 State of the State

In a conversation after his State of the State address, the governor details strategies for the coming year.

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Please enjoy these vintage images of Grand Junction — courtesy Patrick Flynn and the Boring Postcards Facebook group. (circa 1963)

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Tom Hesse @tomhesse.bsky.social · 01/12/2023

Grand Junction has hot pot now!

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Ryan (Ry) Warner @ryanhasaquestion.bsky.social · 17/10/2023

The Big Lie, which came with threats and intimidation, succeeded in pushing some clerks out, says the head of the CO County Clerks Assoc. Listen to/read this interview about what elections officials expect as 2024 draws near. www.cpr.org/2023/10/16/2... Produced by @tomhesse.bsky.social

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Tom Hesse @tomhesse.bsky.social · 11/09/2023

Pleased to have this be my first bluesky post.

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