Ukrainians find pain and promise in Colorado
The Tonkoshkur family fled Ukraine shortly after the war began last year and found refuge in the Broomfield home of Oksana Kovalenko and Tom Ehlman.
‘We haven’t seen objects like this before.’ A CU scientist says a recent discovery could unlock big new questions about the universe
An early image from the James Webb Space Telescope appears to show six giant galaxies formed in the early days of the universe.
Look, up in the sky — it’s Polymele
Around 200 astronomers are gathering in Colorado this week before heading east in a search for clear skies and a view of an asteroid that’s 500 million miles away. The project is part of an effort to learn more about asteroid Polymele and its tiny satellite before a NASA flyby in 2027.
Gov. Jared Polis says he supports a ban on ghost guns and expanding the state’s ‘Red Flag’ law
The governor didn’t talk about other ideas lawmakers have raised, including a proposal by some Democrats to ban what they describe as assault weapons
CSU’s new president says she’ll prioritize a more diverse student body
Amy Parsons, who’s held several different jobs at CSU, takes over the Fort Collins campus at a time of record undergraduate enrollment. She says her goals include increasing the number of students of color and first-generation college students. She also hopes to increase the number of students from different parts of the state. Parsons says another priority will be ensuring graduates are prepared for the workforce.
Republicans say their numbers are down but don’t count them out this legislative session
Republicans face an uphill battle in the new legislative session – they hold fewer than a third of the seats in either chamber and the governor’s office is occupied by a Democrat. House Minority leader Mike Lynch and Senate Minority Leader Paul Lundeen outline their policy priorities and political strategy.
Orion’s test flight around the Moon was a success. Now it’s time for the astronauts.
The Orion spacecraft splashed down last weekend after more than 25 days in space. Colorado’s Lockheed Martin Space Systems played a big role in the vehicle’s design and construction. Lockheed engineer Mark Baldwin helped prepare Orion for the challenges of space. The voyage was the first in NASA’s Artemis project, which aims to send astronauts to establish a permanent base on the Moon.
Club Q victim Kelly Loving remembered for generosity to her friends
Friends and family remembered Kelly Loving as kind and generous. Loving died last month in the mass shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs.
Artemis poised to usher in new era in space exploration
After months of delays, NASA will try again this week to return to the moon. The Artemis mission is just a start. Eventually, the goal is to build a lunar waystation to Mars. Colorado’s Lockheed Martin built the Orion spacecraft that’s at the heart of all this. Engineering manager Heather McKay has worked on the project for more than a decade. We spoke with her in August.
Will the national ‘Red Wave’ miss Colorado? What to expect in next week’s midterm elections
The buildup to the 2022 midterms is almost complete; with Election Day on Tuesday, political analysts Sara Hagedorn, an associate professor of political science at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, and Eric Sondermann, a columnist and former public policy consultant, discuss potential outcomes and why national trends may not apply in Colorado.
US Ambassador Ken Salazar on combating fentanyl trafficking, relationship with Mexico
Former Colorado Senator Ken Salazar, now the US Ambassador to Mexico, discusses efforts to crack down on fentanyl and arms trafficking across the border. He also talks about the large number of migrants leaving countries like Venzuela and Nicaragua.
Jared Polis, candidate for governor
In 2022, Jared Polis is running for reelection as Colorado’s governor. The Democrat was elected in 2018. He is a former congressman and entrepreneur.
For more information to help you decide on ballot measures and big races, find the complete 2022 voter guide at cpr.org.
Host: Ryan Warner
Producer: Michelle P.
Heidi Ganahl, candidate for governor
In 2022, Heidi Ganahl is the Republican nominee for governor. She currently serves as a CU regent, making her the only Republican to hold statewide office in Colorado. She is also an entrepreneur, founding a doggy daycare business called Camp Bow Wow, which she has sold.
For more information to help you decide on ballot measures and big races, find the complete 2022 voter guide at cpr.org.
Host: Ryan Warner
Producer: Michelle P.
Into the home stretch: What’s happening as the mid-terms near
Political analysts Sara Hagedorn and Eric Sondermann talk about the campaign season so far and what to expect in the weeks ahead. With the governor’s office and a U.S. senate seat at stake, ballots hit the mail October 17 and Election Day is November 8.
Inflation, crime, and sprawl are realities in Colorado. Gov. Jared Polis wants a second term to fight them
The Democratic incumbent is facing off against Republican Heidi Ganahl.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Heidi Ganahl wants to reduce regulation amid inflation and eliminate the state income tax
Republican Heidi Ganahl is looking to upset incumbent Democratic Gov. Jared Polis in the November election. She spoke with Ryan Warner.