School district officials say that they could introduce drug-sniffing dogs as early as this spring. They’ve got a general idea of how the system will work, but the practice could leave the school district vulnerable to lawsuits.
-
On today's newscast: a new privacy law in Colorado that protects a person’s neurological data is the first-of-its-kind in the nation, Aspen’s annual Wintersköl celebration will come a little earlier this year, Aspen Mountain closes out the local ski season this weekend, there are lots of Earth Day celebrations coming up in the valley, and more.
NPR News
-
Israel and Iran seem to be downplaying the attack, the latest in a series of retaliatory strikes between the two. Analysts say that could be a sign of the de-escalation world leaders are calling for.
-
The Jinx ended with Robert Durst, a wealthy man suspected of multiple murders, making self-incriminating statements on a hot mic. Part Two picks up where the original left off: arrest and conviction.
-
A new study finds that in news stories about scientific research, U.S. media were less likely to mention a scientist if they had an East Asian or African name, as compared to one with an Anglo name.
-
The tech giant fired 28 employees who took part in a protest over the company's Project Nimbus contract with the Israeli government. One fired worker tells her story.
-
The federal government is investing billions to bolster school safety and mental health resources to combat gun violence. But some sense a disconnect between those programs and what students need.
-
The House bills largely mirror a foreign aid package that passed the Senate in February, with aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The House has an additional bill targeting Iran, China and Russia.
-
Tester is the last Democrat holding statewide office as Republicans have dominated recent elections in Montana. He's carved out an identity as a moderate and he hopes that will win him another term.
-
Many users are concealing their public photos and sharing instead in private spaces. It's something of a protest against the over-sharing culture of social media. And Gen Z is driving the trend.
-
Other House Freedom Caucus members have said that while they disagree with House Speaker Mike Johnson, they don't think it's in their best interests to go through another speakership fight.
-
With The Tortured Poets Department, the defining pop star of her era has made an album as messy and confrontational as any good girl's work can get.
When you sign up to give $15 a month this April, you'll be entered into a drawing to win two passes to the iconic 41st annual Food & Wine Classic.
Join us at the historic Wheeler Opera House for this two-day event that will showcase expert panels, groundbreaking research, and firsthand insights into the transformative world of psychedelic medicines.
There are a range of important local and state elections coming up this year. You’ll find up-to-date information about registering to vote, candidate forums, and what’s on the ballot.
The next Aspen Public Radio Board of Directors meeting is on Thursday, April 25 from 3-5 pm. This meeting is open to the public. Call 970-920-9000 for more information.
Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter, The Transmitter. Stay informed with quality, local journalism from here in the Roaring Fork Valley. Delivered to your inbox every Friday morning.
La misión de Aspen Public Radio es proporcionar noticias e información de confianza a todos los oyentes del valle Roaring Fork. Estamos trabajando para ofrecer más noticias en español a nuestra comunidad publicando aquí historias oportunas.