10 years after legalization, cannabis is in a slump
When Colorado legalized recreational marijuana, those wanting to sell the drug saw an untapped market of willing buyers. Ten years later?
Prescription drug costs
When you need life-saving medications, going to the pharmacy is a matter of life or death. And for many, the cost of those drugs can be a big burden.
Celebrating Passover in a time of war overseas, and tensions here at home
Passover is a time to reflect and celebrate among Colorado’s Jewish Communities.
Systemic racism – the struggles of getting justice
A change in Colorado’s hate crimes statute attempts to make it easier to prosecute a bias- or hate-motivated crime.
Psilocybin and Colorado — making rules and regulations culturally sound for all
For millennia, Indigenous people have used psilocybin in religious and cultural ceremonies.
Helping Denver’s most at risk children — from new immigrants to refugees
As more and more new immigrant families arrive in Denver from the southern border, organizations charged with helping those most in need — children — are seeing resources stretched.
Observing Ramadan in a time of war
Ramadan is a month for celebration, reflection and coming close to God. But this year, the shadow of war looms large.
Artificial Intelligence – the good, the bad and the unknown
Artificial intelligence is on the rise. We already use it every day from GPS systems to smartphone reminders.
New immigrants arrive in Denver — how the city, community and nonprofits are stepping up to help
The arrival of new immigrants has raised many big questions in the metro area — like what to do about housing for them and opportunities to work.
The murals of Colorado – highlighting history and forces for change
Murals create a patchwork of color on walls across Colorado.
Finding love — or actively not — in today’s modern dating world
Love is in the air! And in an ever-changing social landscape, finding love (or not) is evolving.
Denver’s Five Points neighborhood: a thriving cultural touchstone for the city’s Black community
Denver’s Five Points neighborhood is significant for the city’s Black community. From the Rossonian Hotel to Sonny Lawson Park, each street is filled with history.
Building and nurturing support systems for Colorado veterans
Many veterans who step up to fight for our freedom return home to face a slew of struggles, from mental health to homelessness.
When you need it most, cash assistance is a vital lifeline
Living paycheck to paycheck isn’t enough for many Coloradans. Sometimes when times get tough, having extra cash is vital.
Systemic racism and the shadow of slavery in Colorado
From the entrenched KKK in state and local politics, the practice of redlining and the inequities of having property — systemic racism is something the state is still grappling with today.
Making Colorado’s outdoors more accessible
Enjoying Colorado’s snowy terrain can be more difficult for some. We dive deeper into options for folks who are neurodivergent or have physical limitations, from discounted ski passes to climbing groups for those on the autism spectrum.
