2024 Election

The Catch Up is a weekly look at everything that made headlines on KUNC's newscasts. This week we're looking at December 23 through 27.

A new tax on guns and ammunition in Colorado is set to take effect in the spring. Voters approved the tax, with most of the proceeds going to support services for crime victims and other social programs.

Early polling suggested heavy Native support for Republican President-elect Donald Trump. The Indigenous Journalists Association, one of several groups to criticize the methodology, called it “misleading and irresponsible.” In the newly released poll, 57% of respondents said they supported Democrat Kamala Harris compared to just 39% for Trump.

In the midst of a climate of growing uncertainty and fear of possible mass deportations, the activist joins us to share her perspectives and her ongoing fight.

If the idea of talking politics at the Thanksgiving table has you dreading dinner drama, we’re here to help! Today on In The NoCo, we hear from a CSU professor who studies how to maintain connections even across a political divide. And she’s got a game plan for you.

The total number of women who are state lawmakers has once again reached new heights, following a trend up in recent years. Women in New Mexico and Colorado made significant gains in representation to reach female majorities in the legislature, while South Carolina saw a notable loss that has decades-long implications.

State Sen. Chris Hansen announced this week he is resigning to take a job in the private sector, even though he won reelection just last week. For him, it’s about paying for his kids’ college education, but it also means the next state senator from Denver will be chosen by a committee rather than by the voters.

Each Friday, KUNC shares some of the most important stories of the week that were from our newscasts on 91.5 FM.

A new theater production in Greeley taps into some intense feelings about women’s rights and current events. Hear about the ancient Greek play being performed by Aims Community Theater this weekend – and why it feels particularly powerful right now.

Incumbent Democratic Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo conceded Sunday to Republican State Rep. Gabe Evans, five days after the polls closed in one of the most closely-watched races in the country.