Feb. 7, 2024: Colorado plaintiffs on case to keep Trump off ballot; Climate change and ocean acidity
Tomorrow, the U.S. Supreme Court hears the Colorado case to keep Donald Trump off the state’s primary ballot. Krista Kafer and Norma Anderson are two of the plaintiffs. Then, Colorado researchers on how climate change is changing the acidity of the Antarctic Ocean. Also, the largest air pollution penalty in state history. And “Hooked” explores how easy it is for teens to get tobacco products.
Feb. 5, 2024: Colorado ranks high in alcohol deaths; An adaptive skier comes ‘Full Circle’
Colorado is sixth in the nation in alcohol-related deaths, with the problem taking an increasing toll on women and younger people. Denver Post health reporter Meg Wingerter’s series is “Colorado’s Quiet Killer.” Then, a task force wants to overhaul Colorado’s school funding system. And, “Full Circle: A Story of Post Traumatic Growth,” chronicles an adaptive skier’s journey both on and off the slopes.
Feb. 2, 2024: Sen. Michael Bennet on immigration; ‘Colorado’s Most Endangered Places’
As Congress tries to address the record number of people crossing the border, host Ryan Warner asks Colorado’s senior senator, Michael Bennet, about ongoing immigration reform failures. Then, Colorado’s Most Endangered Places list now includes a bowling alley and a century-old schoolhouse. And we remember photographer and filmmaker Jim Havey.
Remembering photographer and filmmaker Jim Havey
Each time Jim Havey walked into the CPR News studios, we knew we were going to learn something. He was a photographer and filmmaker and a chronicler of Colorado. Havey died January 19 of dementia at the age of 74. Let’s listen back to our conversation from 2012 about his film “Centennial Statehouse.”
Jan. 31, 2024: What does it mean to be a quantum hub?; From prison to professor
Colorado is a quantum technology hub, but what does that mean? Then, a program that empowers prisoners to become professors. Also, an online map that documents environmental injustice by neighborhood isn’t working the way it should. Plus, her name’s on the ballot but she’s not running for president. We revisit the historic Hayden Granary, and new music from Cousin Curtiss!
‘Don’t vote for me,’ says Colorado woman on Minnesota’s presidential primary ballot
She’s not running for president. So why’s this Colorado woman on the ballot in Minnesota?
Jan. 29, 2024: Colorado student leads youth environmental council; The fight to keep Space Command
A college student from Colorado leads the EPA’s new National Environmental Youth Advisory Council. Then, a new exhibit featuring conservationist John Fielder who left a legacy, and a timeline, for scientists studying climate change. And “Purplish,” has the behind-the-scenes story of Colorado’s effort to keep the U.S. Space Command in Colorado.
Colorado’s new youth advisor to the EPA says climate change isn’t just a future issue – it’s having an impact on the present
Gabriel Nagel hopes to encourage more young people to get involved in the fight against climate change
Jan. 26, 2024: ‘Western Journeys’ explores immigration; Hooked on vaping?
What does it mean for an immigrant to be at home? That’s one of the themes Denver author Teow Lim Goh explores in her book, “Western Journeys.” Plus, join us for our next Turn the Page with Colorado Matters discussion February 7 in Loveland! Later, is the next generation getting hooked on vaping?
Jan. 24, 2024: Temple Grandin on different kinds of thinkers; Transform with ‘The Butterfly Affect’
There are different kinds of thinkers. Temple Grandin is adamant about that. And the renowned CSU animal scientist says we must help kids understand what sort of thinkers they are. Then, getting students out of the classroom for hands-on learning. Plus, getting rid of plastic bags in Colorado stores. And “The Butterfly Affect” is a transformative way to overcome climate anxiety.
Jan. 19, 2024: A market to help migrants; The challenges finding a new Aurora police chief
People coming to Colorado from the southern border tell us they want to find work and build a better life. A market in Aurora is helping them do that. Then, the challenges of finding a new police chief in Aurora. Plus, we take you back inside Casa Bonita with its new head chef. And Denver’s blind bowling league.
Jan. 17, 2024: A COVID-19 checkup; Arctic blast amid climate change
Four years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic changed life as we know it. We get a checkup on the virus now and reflect on what’s been learned about treatments and vaccines. Then, we ask Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson about the recent arctic blast in a time of climate change. And later, we go on a literary road trip across Colorado. Plus, Turn the Page with Colorado Matters!
Jan. 15, 2024: She marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; how his legacy still influences her today
When Minister Glenda Strong Robinson of Longmont skipped class in 1968 to march with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., there were many things that she couldn’t have foreseen.
Jan. 12, 2024: Beyond the State of the State, Gov. Polis on migration and more
Governor Jared Polis never said the word “migrant” in his State of the State speech, despite arrivals that’ve left cities struggling to provide. So, we asked about it and other issues shortly after he addressed lawmakers. Plus, reaction from a Republican House leader. Also, Turn the Page returns, and Denver’s musical connection to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Rose Pugliese of El Paso County offers Republican response to State of the State Address
Assistant minority leader Rose Pugliese, a Republican representative from El Paso County, spoke with Colorado Matters following Governor Jared Polis’ State of the State address, offering thoughts on where the party might find common ground with the governor — and what differences may still prove problematic.
Gov. Jared Polis on passenger rail, tax cuts and what wasn’t said at his State of the State address
Building transit-oriented communities was a big feature of the governor’s 2024 address.
