Kyle McKinnon
Capitol Editor, Colorado Capitol News AllianceKyle McKinnon is the Capitol Editor for KUNC and the Colorado Capitol News Alliance, where he helps lead collaborative coverage of state government and politics. He brings more than a decade of journalism experience primarily producing a variety of shows, managing newsroom projects, and mentoring young journalists.
Before moving to Colorado, Kyle worked in various outlets across the country, including Delaware Public Media in Wilmington, Del., WOSU Public Media in Columbus, Ohio, and Capital Public Radio in Northern California. Kyle helped to shape coverage on everything from politics and social issues to the arts and environment. Originally from Wisconsin, Kyle started his career as a sports reporter and spent about ten years in Ohio before leaving the Midwest. If you have story ideas, tips, or feedback, you can reach Kyle at kyle.mckinnon@kunc.org.
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The Colorado congressman is pushing back as federal prosecutors open an inquiry tied to a video urging service members to refuse illegal orders. -
Colorado lawmakers open their lawmaking term trying to tackle big issues — like housing, the environment and public safety — under a strained budget. -
Their proposal would repeal Colorado’s unique requirement that labor unions hold a second election before they can fully negotiate with businesses. Gov. Polis vetoed it last year. -
KUNC News and the Colorado Capitol News Alliance take a look at the top stories that mattered to our readers and listeners this year. -
The democratic senator and gubernatorial candidate joins other state leaders in supporting a 2026 ballot measure that would allow Colorado to redraw its congressional boundaries. -
Shelters are full, violence is intensifying, and advocates warn Colorado can’t keep up as calls for help surge statewide. -
A pair of statewide measures will increase funding for Colorado’s free school meals program and let the state use leftover revenue to help cover SNAP costs. -
After the first round of No Kings protests this summer, Coloradans rallied once again across Northern Colorado Saturday to protest against the Trump administration’s policies. -
Colorado’s prisons are understaffed and overcrowded, pushing inmates into county jails. The state’s emergency plan is now active, but local leaders say it’s only a temporary fix. -
Federal funding cuts leave Colorado to decide how long it can sustain Planned Parenthood.
