Are You Surviving The Pandemic? Here’s What A Recent Transplant To Colorado Told Us
Twenty-twenty was an incredibly hard year. People lost their jobs, homes, loved ones and more. But for some, the year also brought good developments.
Are You Surviving The Pandemic? Here’s What A Denver Mom Told Us
For many families, the pandemic has wiped out savings and brought them to the brink of instability. CPR’s Hayley Sanchez brings us this story of a Denver mom struggling to keep going.
Are You Surviving The Pandemic? Here’s What The Owner Of A Coffee Roaster Told Us
We hear from a coffee shop owner in Southern Colorado about his efforts to take care of his employees almost a year into the coronavirus pandemic.
Colorado’s Churches Create New Rituals, And Adjust Old Traditions, To Celebrate Christmas In The Pandemic
From outdoor services to personal visits from the pastor, many churches have gotten creative as they try to keep worshippers safe through the holiday.
Almost 300,000 Coloradans Will Lose Unemployment Benefits After Christmas Even If A New Federal Stimulus Passes
Unemployment programs meant to support people who lost their jobs because of COVID-19 will end next week.
Small-Business Owners, Especially Spanish-Speaking Ones, Tap Thornton’s Alliance Center To Save Their Shops From Pandemic Losses
Adams County is filling a gap that’s long existed for Spanish-speaking business owners.
Colorado Has Gained Back Thousands Of Jobs Lost Early In The Pandemic, But Construction Jobs Still Lag Behind
Despite recovery in health and service, job growth has been slow in other industries.
Colorado Retailers Aim To Avoid Black Friday Crowds This Year — Without Losing Sales
“That excitement of the door opening and people rushing in to get incredible deals will have to wait till next year.”
Colorado’s Unemployment Extended Benefit Will End In Late November, More Fed Aid Still In Limbo
The state said it has to stop giving the extended benefit because of a drop in how many people filed for unemployment.
Service Workers And Business Owners Grapple With More Economic Hardship As Colorado Counties Shut Down (Again)
Tighter health safety rules in Colorado have service workers and business owners with their hands up in the air, worried and planning for more economic hardship.
Unemployment Claims Double For Gig Workers And People Self-Employed In The Beginning Of November
Colorado has paid more than $2 billion in regular unemployment since March.
Colorado Marijuana Sales Were Down In September, But People Are Still Consistently Spending More On Cannabis This Year
Colorado’s marijuana sales dropped in September compared to August, but it’s still on track to be a record year.
We Asked Colorado Faith Leaders About Religion And Politics. They Talked About Abortion, Racism And More
What role do places of worship and faith leaders have in contributing to the political divide in the country — and in healing it?
‘The Worst Halloween Ever:’ Coloradans Worried About A Coronavirus Spike Change Their Holiday Plans
Surges in coronavirus cases have forced Colorado counties to implement stricter rules, and prompted people to adjust their holiday plans.
Police And Politicians Are At Odds Over Whether Aurora’s No-Knock Warrant Ban Will Make City Safer
Aurora is the first Colorado city to ban no-knock warrants, a policy that made headlines after the death of Breonna Taylor in Louisville, Kentucky.
Colorado Wonders: How To Make Sure Your Signature Is Valid On Your Ballot
Colorado clerks have rejected 100,000 ballots since 2016 — mostly because of mismatched signatures. That finding — after a CPR News investigation — made some voters wonder how to make sure their signature is valid. CPR’s Hayley Sanchez has the answer to this Colorado Wonders question.