September 17, 2025: Democratic voters face choice, what Mayor Johnston learned about homelessness, lifelong learning

Colorado’s safest Democratic congressional seat has been held by the same person for 30 years. A new, high-profile challenger says it’s time for a change, and she wants to update the party’s brand. Then, how Denver’s mayor is changing his homelessness strategy. And, retirees go back to school. This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Haylee May and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Rachel Estabrook and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org. Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members . You can enter the Croatia trip sweepstakes with or without a gift and get details here . Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Caitlyn Kim reports on Wanda James’ run for Congress . Hear more about James’ censure and her answer to the vote on the July 7 episode of Colorado Today. Denverite’s Kyle Harris reports on the city’s shift in strategy to end homelessness . CPR’s Jenny Brundin reports on a way to feed your need for curiosity into older age .