September 30, 2025: International festival forced to go local, largest weed recall, Rockies manager, leaf peeping crowds

A major cultural festival that usually brings artists from all over Latin America to Denver is having to pivot because of stronger immigration policies. Then, perhaps the biggest recall ever in Colorado’s cannabis industry could be a sign of wider worries about safety. Plus, what the Rockies’ manager has to say about their historically bad season. And, leaf peeping crowds shut down a town’s entrances. Email us at coloradotoday@cpr.org . Colorado Today is supported by CPR’s members . Read more on the stories in today’s show: Denverite’s Kiara DeMare reports on the Biennial of the Americas’ pivot to local presenters . CPR’s Ben Markus digs into recalls and safety issues in the cannabis industry . This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Haylee May and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. It’s edited and produced by Haylee, Arlo, Rachel Estabrook, Pedro Lumbraño and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.