- The last few elections have not been kind to the state's Republican Party, but its new chairman, former state representative Dave Williams, says he's ready to put in the work to reverse that trend. Then a CU regent remembers Pat Schroeder. Also, a memorial to Irish miners in Leadville. Plus, Denver mayoral candidates on environmental racism. And Colorado's connection to Danny Boy.
- Leadville, CO is soon to be home to a memorial honoring Irish immigrants, mostly miners, buried in unmarked, sunken graves in the Catholic Pauper section of Evergreen Cemetery.
- Pat Schroeder was the first woman elected to Congress in Colorado, serving 24 years. She died Monday at the age of 82. She's remembered as a trailblazer. Then, a new state law prevents HOAs from racking up fines for minor violations and trying to foreclose on homeowners for such violations. Plus, Denver's candidates for mayor on mental health and well-being.
- over unpaid fines, but last year a very public fight in a far Northeast Denver neighborhood helped change that.
- From leading with equity to housing instability and living with dignity, we ask Denver's mayoral candidates what they'd prioritize to make sure no one is left behind. Then, thousands of Greater Sandhill Cranes arrive in the San Luis Valley for a 40th annual festival. Later, a Denver musician finds an unexpected connection in Ukraine.
- In metro Denver, women own one in four businesses – among the highest rates in the country. We'll talk about the challenges facing female entrepreneurs as more decide to start businesses. Then, many Coloradans are grappling with the high cost of housing coupled with the lack of inventory. In our podcast Purplish, we’ll look at one possible solution: rent control.
- March is Women’s History Month, a time of celebration and a time to reflect on the achievements and contributions that women have made - and continue to make - in our country. For many women one of the accomplishments to celebrate is owning a business. A recent study, based off U.S. Census data, highlights the Denver Metro area as among the top Major U.S. cities with the most women business owners. Metro Denver ranks number two in the country. The topic of women and entrepreneurship is also the focus of a recent report and event hosted by the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce called The State of Women In Business. We talk to the new executive director Simone Ross and business owner Julia Alvarez.
- State lawmakers are considering their most sweeping package of gun legislation in years. The bills could mean major changes to who can buy certain types of guns... and more. Then, a year ago, Vadym Tonkoshkur was a university student in Ukraine -- now, he and his family call Colorado home. Also, how discussing gender is like thinking about clothes.
- For generations, the Denver Star chronicled the lives of African Americans in the Mountain West. But for years, there were gaps in efforts to preserve that history. Now, one woman’s donation has changed that. Then, a high school student’s mission to foster motivated learners. And, a Denver photographer turns the camera on his family’s migration story.
- The Denver Star newspaper chronicled the lives of African Americans living in the Mountain West region between the years 1913 to 1963. The Denver Public Library and other institutions had attempted to preserve the Denver Star, but there were always gaps in that record. Now, the generosity of one woman ensures this chapter in history will be preserved for generations to come.
- A backcountry skier shares his harrowing story of surviving an avalanche and reflects on choices. Then, the Pikes Peak poet laureate uses poetry as a catalyst for connection and to foster change. Later, as Black History Month comes to an end, we share the story of Shirley Smith, whose book is "Mama Bear: One Black Mother's Fight for her Child's Life and her Own."
- "He ended up just where he wanted to be."
- For decades, the name William Richardson meant something special to kids growing up in Denver. He provided hope by giving them opportunity at the local YMCA. But this was actually the second part of his extraordinary life. We share the never-before-told story of a Denver man who made sports history, Black history and American history.
- According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Americans with autism experience substantial unemployment and underemployment. It’s what drives Danny Combs, the founder and CEO of the Englewood-based TACT, which helps students on the spectrum gain skills to work in fields like the automotive industry, carpentry and welding. Combs' son Dylan is on the autism spectrum.
- From the founding of Colorado to modern mass shootings, there have been many changes to state gun laws over the years. CPR News public affairs reporters Bente Birkeland and Andrew Kenney explore how the past informs the present in the latest episode of Purplish. Then, Andy's continued investigation into how the state's red flag law affected a family in Denver.
- Last week’s earthquake in Turkey brings back powerful memories for Turkish native Beyhan Maybach, of Lakewood. In 1999, Maybach was in Istanbul, when another earthquake toppled a nearby city and she joined the relief efforts. Then, an organization born out of the pandemic called “Lasagna Love.”
