Aug. 28, 2023: A piece of the USS Arizona comes to Colorado; A father and son are ‘Back from Broken’
A relic from the the USS Arizona will arrive in the state Tuesday to honor the 32 Coloradans still entombed in the battleship that sank at Pearl Harbor. Then, a father and son reflect on addiction as a family disease in “Back from Broken.”
Yes, Colorado weather has been wild this year. Here’s why
It’s hard to make a solid weather prediction for fall and winter.
Aug. 25, 2023: Historic year for severe weather; A daughter marches in her mother’s footsteps
As the weather extremes continue this summer, what’s causing them and what does that suggest about this coming fall and winter? Then, a daughter walks in her mother’s footsteps at the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. Plus, a poem designed to build bridges and unity. Then, a new state program pays for college to fill critical job shortages. And a unique cabin getaway.
Aug. 23, 2023: GOP voters on issues, identity; Why toddler vaccination rates are down
Leading up to the first Republican presidential primary debate, a new poll paints a nuanced picture of GOP voters. Then, a Colorado-based study sheds light on why fewer toddlers are getting fully vaccinated. Plus, the future of mass transit in metro Denver will be driven by buses. And, the Infamous Stringdusters’ tributes classic bluegrass.
A nuanced picture of GOP voters as presidential candidates debate
As Republican presidental candidates prepare to debate in Milwaukee, a new survey offers surprising insight into GOP voters– the issues they care about and their identities.
Aug. 11, 2023: Sharing John Fielder’s life’s work; What the firefly says about ecosystems
Landscape photographer and conservationist John Fielder donated his life’s work to the people of Colorado earlier this year, and now, thousands of those images are online through History Colorado which also just opened a new Fielder exhibit. Plus, what the elusive firefly in Colorado says about the health of ecosystems. And turn the page with Colorado Matters with author Shelley Read and “Go as a River.”
Aug. 4, 2023: Five ways to help end homelessness; The benefits of brown noise
Today, understanding why homelessness has gotten worse across metro Denver, the core systemic causes, and tangible ways to find solutions Then, answering a Colorado Wonders question about Lady Moon.
Aug. 2, 2023: Why home insurance is exorbitant; Ethiopian tastes; Rockin’ at Red Rocks
What power do homeowners have in the face of rising insurance rates and shrinking options amid severe weather and wildfires driven by climate change? Then, an eviction case raises questions about access to help. Also, the Taste of Ethiopia is back, highlighting community through food. And the rockin’ legacy of Red Rocks.
The ‘Taste of Ethiopia’ infuses life in Colorado
Over and over again, Colorado has opened its arms to Ethiopian immigrants. The result is a flourishing food scene, which will be on display Saturday.
Aug. 1, 2023: Celebrating Colorado Day with Colorado Wonders
It’s Colorado Day, celebrating statehood in 1876. So we thought we’d revisit some of the many wonders in our state that you’ve asked about over the years.
July 31, 2023: Colorado’s divided GOP considers ending its primary; Colorado ‘Postcards’
Colorado Republicans may do away with their primary election, meaning unaffiliated voters could no longer take part. Then, “Colorado Postcards” explore little-known stories of the state. And, almost 50 children from 17 countries recently became U.S. citizens.
‘Colorado Postcards’ capture the state’s charm and history
CPR’s “Colorado Postcards” offer snapshots of the people and stories that have shaped the Centennial State. On the eve of Colorado Day, Ryan Warner speaks with series creators Gillian Coldsnow and Jon Pinnow.
July 28, 2023: Indigenous civil rights champion; Noodle Kugel, a ‘Great American Recipe’
John Echohawk, founder of the Native American Rights Fund in Boulder, will receive a national civil rights award. Then, a “Great American Recipe” chef rethinks the Noodle Kugel. Also, should fixed anchors be allowed in national parks? And remembering music pioneer Max Morath.
July 26, 2023: ‘Parched’ explores what’s in peril at the end of the Colorado River
Travel with our “Parched’’ podcast team to the end of the Colorado River, where the ecosystem and the cultures that have long depended on it are in jeopardy – and people are working on solutions. Then, what will happen to Colorado’s deer and elk herds when wolves come back to the state?
From racketeering to dinosaur bones, here are 5 facts about the creation of Coors Field
Filmmaker Kyle Dyer went behind-the-scenes with the new documentary “When Colorado Went Major League.”
July 24, 2023: Court blocks ‘Kansas Two-Step’; Slavery as family history
A federal judge has ruled a law enforcement tactic called the “Kansas Two-Step” unconstitutional. The Kansas Highway Patrol allegedly targeted drivers from states where marijuana is legal without reasonable suspicion. Then, the history of slavery is family history. And, how the Rockies came to Colorado. Plus, swing music from the Flatirons Jazz Orchestra.
