Local Motion featuring a Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio's Maeve Conran.

This week on Local Motion we explore why some Americans choose to leave the U.S. for life abroad. Five guests share personal stories, from seeking safety, opportunity, and belonging to confronting the economic and cultural impacts of expatriation—a privilege often limited to those with financial means.

Senator Michael Bennet joined KVNF in Montrose to discuss healthcare, immigration, water policy, and why he’s running for governor. He shared concerns about rising healthcare costs, Medicaid cuts, and rural hospital closures, while also calling for a universal public option. Bennet reflected on bipartisan immigration reform, water rights negotiations, and the need to honor local voices on issues like wolf reintroduction. He called this “a moment” to fight for Colorado’s future.

Local Motion featuring a Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio's Maeve Conran.

Scammers are targeting Coloradans with increasingly sophisticated tactics — from fake emails to AI-generated voices. In Part 2 of our fraud series, KVNF talks with Attorney General Phil Weiser, cybersecurity experts, and local leaders about how to recognize red flags, protect yourself, and support others in the fight against fraud.

Local Motion featuring a Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio's Maeve Conran.

During a recent visit to Montrose, Colorado Attorney General and gubernatorial candidate Phil Weiser sat down with KVNF's Brody Wilson for a wide-ranging conversation on issues that matter to rural Western Colorado. From healthcare access to water rights, Weiser laid out his vision for serving all corners of the state—especially areas like Montrose and Delta Counties, where unaffiliated and conservative voters make up a majority.

Local Motion featuring a Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio's Maeve Conran.

Scams are getting smarter—and more personal. In this first part of a two-part series, KVNF listeners share their harrowing stories of being targeted by sophisticated fraudsters. From bogus Venmo support calls to fake job offers and hacked business accounts, these scams caused not just financial losses, but deep emotional trauma. Victims describe feeling isolated, ashamed, and manipulated by people who seemed helpful—until it was too late. Tune in to Local Motion to hear how ordinary people fell victim to extraordinary deception, and what we can learn from their stories.

Local Motion featuring a Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio's Maeve Conran.