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In campus news, with Georgios Athanasiou, learn about how Colorado State University has dropped 22 places in free speech rankings in 2025 from 2024. Then CSU provides updates on the impacts of federal immigration policies that apply to international CSU students. The body of a paddleboarder that fell into Horsetooth Reservoir this week has been recovered, plus two northern Colorado Safeway stores will be closing, in local news with Tyler Weatherwax. In Fort Collins elections, Weatherwax breaks down the candidates for the city council. Athanasiou breaks down this week’s events in Fort Collins for life and events.
Today’s feature story covers the recent fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was scheduled to speak at CSU just one week from today. As the nation reacts to the death of Kirk, the impacts are felt here on campus at CSU. Today in the plaza, a man with a sign sparked debate on the issue. Hear what students have to say about the debate that took place with Athanasiou. Plus, Weatherwax interviews Chris Davis, Chair of the Colorado Young Democrats, and Jakye Nunley, who serves as Student Body president of the Associated Students of Colorado State University. KCSU news also reached out to Turning Point USA at CSU, but did not receive a comment.
In national news, with Weatherwax, learn about the nationwide protests occurring in Nepal and the recent school shooting taking place in Colorado at Evergreen High School. Athanasiou delivers updates on CSU football, volleyball, and soccer as they continue their historic season. To wrap up the show, get your Fort Collins weather report.
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