April 29, 2025: Major immigration raid, falling rents, Denver Little Saigon’s future, social media bill fails

A hundred people were detained at a nightclub in Colorado Springs. It was an immigration enforcement raid carried out by several law enforcement agencies, with a twist. Then, rent prices in metro Denver are going down, which means tenants can negotiate for the first time in a long time. Plus, you’ll hear updates on social media regulation and the state budget. And, when Saigon fell 50 years ago it led to the foundation of Vietnamese communities in Denver. The future of their community hub is in question as the first generation reaches retirement age.This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf. The executive producer is Rachel Estabrook. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.Email us at [email protected] Today is supported by CPR’s members.Read more on the stories in today’s show: CPR’s Allison Sherry and Dan Boyce report on a large immigration raid in Colorado Springs. Denverite’s Kyle Harris reports on what falling rent prices mean for tenants.  Denverite’s Paolo Zialcita shares stories about the future of Little Saigon, 50 years after the end of the Vietnam War. More on Mile High Asian Food Week.