Colorado Celebrates Wildly All Year

ACES School Under Fire for Restraint Practices

Parents are sounding the alarm over The ACES, a Colorado school for kids with severe behavioral needs, after multiple families pulled their children citing brutal restraints and mistreatment—including one father describing his autistic son being pinned down in a painful “crucifixion” hold. The state has placed the school on a corrective action plan, and two major districts have already removed their students. With a history of lawsuits in Arizona alleging staff broke students’ bones during restraints—and mandatory arbitration clauses that block public court review—the school faces mounting scrutiny. State officials recently found improper restraint use on a 12-year-old for verbal defiance, not an emergency, prompting mandatory staff retraining. Despite claims of commitment to improvement, the controversy underscores the urgent need for safe, ethical care for students with complex needs, as some districts remain while others have fully exited. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bdab74562f1cff81

Teen Jobs in Crisis But Paths Are Opening

Teen summer jobs are at a 75-year low as inflation and hiring preferences push employers away from inexperienced workers—but savvy teens are pivoting with side gigs and bold outreach, like 17-year-old Nick who landed an AI internship by cold-emailing a contact. Meanwhile, Denver’s tech scene is rebounding, with AI-driven companies rehiring and expanding, proving adaptability, networking, and hustle are the new resume requirements. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c2ec89dfda85847c

Three GOP Contenders Battle for Colorado Governor

Colorado Republicans face a pivotal gubernatorial primary as Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx, and Barbara Kirkmeyer battle for the nomination—each offering a distinct vision to revive the party’s fortunes after nearly two decades without a GOP governor. Kirkmeyer credits her legislative record and broad appeal, Bottoms bets on a rightward shift in voter sentiment, while Marx focuses on unity and leadership. All three tackle tough issues like affordability, safety, and legislative gridlock, but differ on strategy: Kirkmeyer champions bipartisan cooperation, Bottoms vows vetoes and bold action, and Marx pushes for grassroots mobilization. With the party’s future hanging in the balance, the winner must craft a message that unites conservatives, independents, and moderates alike. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c3b69642fbef5868

Colorado River Water Crisis Deepens

The Colorado River crisis is boiling over as states clash over a new water plan before the current rules expire. A Bureau proposal offers a 10-year framework for more flexible reservoir management, but critics fear constant renegotiation every two years will politicize water allocation and destabilize long-term planning for farmers and cities. Lower Basin states face potential deep cuts without clear mitigation strategies, and concerns mount over bypassing established legal processes. With a final deal expected by mid-August, stakeholders scramble for short-term solutions while $100 million in conservation funding looms as a possible lifeline. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/325ca134644b3971

Colorado Leaders Discuss Legislative Session

Colorado’s top political leaders—Governor Jared Polis, House Speaker Julie McCluskie, House Minority Leader Jarvis Caldwell, and Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez—gathered for an unfiltered conversation hosted by Colorado Sun’s Jesse Paul and Taylor Dolven, diving into legislative wins, setbacks, and the real strategies shaping Colorado’s future. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d164859b12a824dc