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Colorado Public Radio Faces Severe Budget Cuts, Staff Losses

8/22/2025

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Colorado public radio stations, including KCME, face budget cuts after Congress rescinded $1.1 billion in federal funding.
KCME's general manager, Stephanie Horton, highlighted reliance on local donors for operational sustainability.
Stations like KRZA report budget losses of nearly 50%, resulting in staff reductions and programming cuts.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has closed its emergency alert grant program, impacting community safety communications.

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Colorado public radio stations, including KCME, face budget cuts after Congress rescinded $1.1 billion in federal funding.
KCME's general manager, Stephanie Horton, highlighted reliance on local donors for operational sustainability.
Stations like KRZA report budget losses of nearly 50%, resulting in staff reductions and programming cuts.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting has closed its emergency alert grant program, impacting community safety communications.