Lucas Brady Woods
Reporter, Government and PoliticsEmail: lucas.woods@kunc.org
I鈥檓 the Government and Politics Reporter at 皇冠网址, which means I help make sense of the latest developments at the Colorado State Capitol and how they impact everyday people. I cover Colorado's legislature, governor, government agencies, elections and Congressional delegation.
My work as a reporter has always been about practical, responsible journalism. But there鈥檚 more to it than that, especially these days. Fact-based journalism about elected officials, elections, and government policy helps the public participate in the democratic process and holds those in power accountable. I鈥檓 also a firm believer in public radio as a way get that reporting to the public. 皇冠网址 and stations like it go a long way in keeping the news independent and free for everyone.
Before joining 皇冠网址, I was the news director at KSJD, an NPR station in Montezuma County, in Southwest Colorado. While I was there, one of my stories there covering the housing crisis won an award from the Colorado Broadcasters Association in the spring of 2022.
When I鈥檓 not reporting, I could be exploring a new neighborhood in Denver or a trail in some far-flung corner of our beautiful state. That, or hanging out on my couch with my senior pit-mix, Paco.
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The hours are long and being a representative is a lifestyle change, but Democrat Yara Zokaie and Republican Dusty Johnson say it鈥檚 worth the sacrifices. -
A Democratic co-sponsor has dropped his support for Senate Bill 3, and debate has been postponed to negotiate with a skeptical Gov. Jared Polis. -
Democrats are targeting one firearm feature they say makes the most difference in mass shootings. But in doing so, they would take many guns sold in Colorado off shelves. -
Hundreds of Coloradans gathered at the State Capitol to testify on the sweeping gun control measure. Ultimately, after a marathon hearing, lawmakers voted to advance it along party lines. -
The SMART Act was meant to increase oversight, accountability and transparency for state departments, but some lawmakers say it鈥檚 often a lost opportunity. -
Senate Bill 3 is aimed at making it harder for people to violate the state鈥檚 15-round magazine limit. But the gun industry warns that it would also have a major effect on their business and that it presents safety and liability issues. -
The prohibition on carrying guns in the State Capitol was expanded this year to include lawmakers, but it didn鈥檛 come with any new security protocols or enforcement. -
Echoes of Washington could be heard inside the Colorado State Capitol as state lawmakers gathered for the start of the 2025 legislative session. -
Five big takeaways from the 2025 State of the State. -
Day one of the 2025 lawmaking term was filled mostly with ceremonial proceedings marking the start of work. Democratic and Republican leaders also gave opening remarks describing their legislative agenda for the session.
