Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza Runner-Up: John Garcia, ‘The Spirits of Christmas’
We received dozens of entries to perform at the Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Here’s one of our favorites.
Rocky Mountain PBS Investigates The Richard Kirk Case; A ‘Bikeshare For Coffee Mugs’ Launches In Boulder
Rocky Mountain PBS has a new podcast out about Richard Kirk, the man who claimed he murdered his wife because he ate a marijuana edible in 2014. Next, in a very Boulder move, a reusable coffee cup company launches citywide. Then, we hear from you about our recent Latino history story. Finally, another Holiday Extravaganza runner-up.
Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza Runner-Up: Silver Bells Flute Quartet, ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’
We received dozens of entries to perform at the Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Here’s one of our favorites.
To Reduce Waste, There’s Now A ‘Bikeshare For Coffee Mugs’ In Boulder
In coffee shops around Boulder, customers can now get their drinks in a free, reusable cup that they can then return.
Why These Parents Are Open About Their Son’s Suicide; Marlin Briscoe Reflects On Legacy
These parents decided to talk about their son’s suicide openly in his obituary. Next, Marlin Briscoe reflects on his legacy. Then, a song from 1968. Also, 30 years ago voters invested in the arts with the SCFD tax. Next, what’s next for fracking foes after Prop. 112. Next, a school based on neuroscience. Finally, another Holiday Extravaganza finalist.
Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza Runner-Up: Downey Sisters, ‘Holiday Mashup’
We received dozens of entries to perform at the Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Here’s one of our favorites.
Brianna Titone’s Win Marks Another Political First; So Amendment X Passed, Now What?
In winning her state House race, Brianna Titone has become Colorado’s first trans lawmaker. Then, what happens to hemp now that Amendment X has passed. Next, in the final episode of Purplish, the blue wave was more of a blue avalanche in Colorado. Also, an update on a Denver roller derby team. Finally, we feature the contest entry from band King Cardinal.
Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza Runner-Up: King Cardinal, ‘Alone on Christmas Eve’
We received dozens of entries to perform at the Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Here’s one of our favorites.
Democrats Declare Victory In Race That Will Seat First Transgender Colorado Legislator
Brianna Titone didn’t focus on her gender identity while campaigning, but does acknowledge that her win is meaningful.
Diana DeGette Has Big Plans For Her Newest Term; Why Would Anyone Vote No On Amendment A?
Democratic Rep. Diana DeGette aims for party leadership and more investigations into President Trump. Next, the organizer behind Amendment A breaks it down. Then, what’s next for Unite Colorado after independent candidates lose races. Also, a local roller derby team is the 5th best in the world. Next, behind the beer price wars. Finally, a veteran’s story.
Jared Polis Is Your New Governor; Hickenlooper Reflects On Democrats’ Trifecta, His Future
Jared Polis emerged victorious last night. Then, outgoing governor John Hickenlooper reflects on the Democratic dominance statewide. Next, unaffiliated voters turn out big while the women vote stays stagnant. Also, Jason Crow and Phil Weiser pull off big wins. Then, the money behind the races. Next, what’s next for oil and gas after 112 and 74 fail.
Will Young Voters Turn Out In 2017?; How Polis, Stapleton Handle The Nathan Dunlap Case
A new survey profiles the typical young voter ahead of the midterms. Next, how the governor candidates would likely handle the Nathan Dunlap case. Then, technology is changing how we trust. Also, how Colorado became the safest state to cast a vote. Next, a scientist who dresses up as a polar bear. Finally, behind that “french fry statue” by Herbert Bayer.
Your Last-Minute Voting Questions, Answered; Why The Kaddish Prayer Now Carries Extra Meaning
It’s not the end of the world if you forgot to put enough postage on your ballot. That voter question and others, answered. Next, a Denver rabbi explains the Mourner’s Kaddish. Then, a Columbine survivor made a documentary that follows her former classmates as they return to the school. Also, the Smithsonian is preserving black history in Five Points. Finally, Pulitzer Prize winner Jose Antonio Vargas at the Aspen Ideas Festival.
Would Amendment 75 Even Campaign Finance Odds? We Answer More Prop. 112 Q’s
More and more Colorado candidates seem to be putting a lot of their own money into campaigns these days. Amendment 75 is one proposal to even the odds. Then, reporter Grace Hood answers more of your questions about Prop. 112. Next, a new online archive hopes to preserve Colorado music history. Also, Project Runway favorite Mondo Guerra returns to his native Denver.
Why Do Coroners Run Under A Party?; Signs Of Good Times With Unsettling Changes Across CO
We answer why county coroners can run under a party. Then, from our Road Trip to November project, some Coloradans see good times with unsettling changes. Next, Colorado’s Latino landmarks are poorly preserved. Also, tracking antisemitism is tricky. Then, more on Colorado ghost towns. Next, the Reinke Bros. Haunted House turns 50. Finally, a Halloween poem.
Study: Most Americans Are Not Extreme Partisans, But An ‘Exhausted Majority’
Research director Stephen Hawkins, of the nonprofit More In Common, details lesser-known political “tribes” in his study, “Hidden Tribes.”
