Phil Weiser

Phil Weiser, Colorado's Attorney General, dives into the controversial $24.6 billion merger between King Soopers and Safeway. He discusses the community's fears about rising grocery prices and job security, along with the significant legal challenges they face. Weiser outlines the potential impacts of reduced supermarket competition, including diminished access to fresh produce in vulnerable neighborhoods. The conversation also touches on historical antitrust concerns and the ongoing lawsuits aiming to block this major merger.

Joining the conversation are Sam Tabachnik, a Denver Post reporter specializing in local issues, and Phil Weiser, the Attorney General tackling deceptive practices. They delve into Colorado's new law aimed at curbing predatory towing, discussing the ongoing struggle against unethical practices in the towing industry. Tabachnik shares insights from his extensive reporting on the notorious Wyatt’s Towing, while Weiser outlines the challenges of enforcing the Towing Bill of Rights. Will this legislation finally put an end to unfair towing practices in Denver?