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Latest show · October 9, 2026

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Cherry Creek’s General Counsel, a Kansas Google Data Center, Holyoke’s BEST Grant, and Proposition NN

Virginia Macha warns about a Google data center in Kansas and Holyoke's school bonds, Ken DeGraaf and Teddy Collins oppose letting governments keep TABOR refunds, Molly Lamar calls for new legal counsel at Cherry Creek schools, and Steven Fuller explains his independent run for Congress.

Cherry Creek Schools Face Calls to Replace General Counsel Sonja McKenzie

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Barber County, Kansas, Approved a Google Data Center, and Holyoke, Colorado, Weighs a School Grant

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Colorado Democrats Are One Seat Short of a Supermajority in Both Legislative Chambers

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Proposition NN Would Let Colorado Keep Revenue Above Its TABOR Limit for K-12 Education

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Voter's Guide 2026

2026 Colorado Voter's Guide

Proposition 133 would require life without parole for child sex trafficking

Colorado · 2026 Colorado Elections

Proposition 133 would require life without parole for child sex trafficking

The citizen initiative on Colorado's November 3, 2026, ballot would make human trafficking of a minor for sexual servitude a class 1 felony and extend the crime to anyone who knowingly trades anything of monetary value to buy or sell sexual activity with a minor.

Kim Monson Newsroom · Oct. 8

Proposition 137 would shift about $175 million a year from the General Fund

Colorado

Proposition 137 would shift about $175 million a year from the General Fund

Proposition 137, which would send state sales tax on sporting goods to conservation, wildfire and outdoor recreation funds starting July 1, 2027, has no provision letting lawmakers reduce the transfer to balance the budget, a power Proposition 123, the 2022 housing measure, gives them.

Oct. 7

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Who can best lead Colorado?

Opinion

Who can best lead Colorado?

Pam Long attended the Asian Roundtable of Colorado Governor Candidate Forum on October 4, 2026, where Greg Lopez, Phil Weiser and Victor Marx each answered the same nine questions.

Pam LongPam Long· Oct. 10

This Week's Shows

Oct 11 - 16, 2026
Sun America's Veterans Stories 10/11

“Come on Mom. Please sign!” That was the conversation young Neal McCallum had with his mother shortly after his 17th birthday in 1944. America’s Veterans Stories rebroadcasts an interview with McCallum, who explains that during WWII, 17-year-olds could join the military with a parent’s signature. Neal’s mother refused; his four older brothers were already serving in Europe. Neal convinced his father to sign, and ten days after his 17th birthday he was in the Marines.

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Mon The Kim Monson Show 10/12

Trust in our elections is foundational to preserving and conserving the American Idea. CEO of Unite 4 Freedom Harry Haury shares updates regarding the integrity of the 2026 midterms. State Senator Mark Baisley explains why he is running for U.S. Senate. State House Representative Bob Marshall discusses the Douglas County ballot question regarding county commissioners. Tim Bennett addresses why he is running for Colorado Congressional District 7. Plus we’ll talk with State Farm agent Roger Mangan and Jody Hinsey with Mint Financial Strategies.

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Tue The Kim Monson Show 10/13

Founder of XX-XY athletic apparel Jennifer Sey has been speaking truth and standing up for women and children for nearly two decades. Sey discusses why she is now standing for women and girls by supporting Colorado 2026 ballot Proposition 134: boys compete in boys sports, girls compete in girls sports. Former Congressman Greg Lopez explains why he is the best choice for Colorado governor. Dan Gates, with Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, addresses traditional methods of hunting and fishing.

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Wed The Kim Monson Show 10/14

Jeff Bezos founded Amazon and helped it grow from an online bookseller to a major internet retailer. Engaged and informed citizen Mike Rawluk discusses Amazon’s new Wellspring generative AI mapping technology. While touted to reduce delivery time and improve customer satisfaction, it also has the potential to increase the surveillance of every individual. Rancher Trent Loos addresses the rural/urban divide in America. Steve Olson discusses his candidacy for Larimer County Treasurer. Specialist Lorne Levy notes the latest regarding mortgages.

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Thu The Kim Monson Show 10/15

“Somebody should do something.” Co-founder of Liberty Toastmasters Brad Beck discusses the Town of Erie, Colorado’s new water metering project and the Town Administrator’s admission that “We screwed up.” Producer Joe and Producer Luke continue our book review of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels’ The Communist Manifesto. Plus we’ll talk with Ben Williams with BENZ Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling and RE/MAX Realtor Karen Levine.

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Fri The Kim Monson Show 10/16

It is election season. Pam Long discusses her analysis of three gubernatorial candidates and why she concludes that Greg Lopez is the best choice for Colorado. Attorney John Case and Protect Kids Colorado Board Director Patty McKernan address election integrity and the importance of voting. Molly Lamar shares updates regarding the Cherry Creek School District’s administration. Dee Pepper invites you to the Founding Fathers Costume Party. Owner of Spartan Defense Teddy Collins notes the latest regarding your 2nd Amendment rights.

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