Colorado U.S. Attorney Jason Dunn On The Record; Inside The Historic Wax Trax Record Shop
U.S. Attorney Jason Dunn has to strike the balance between Colorado’s drug laws, Denver’s more liberal stance, and the federal policies that still criminalize those substances. Then, we revisit our story about the historic Denver record store Wax Trax as a documentary about the shop hits digital platforms.
What Michael Hancock Wants To Achieve In A Final Term; Why Water Experts Are Still Worried
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock talks policy ahead of his third and final term. Then, while Colorado may be free of drought, not everything’s hunky-dory water-wise. Next, the Great Sand Dunes become a beach. Also, why Hispanic Catholics hid their Jewish ancestry. Then, the fascinating history of artist colony Drop City. Finally, 100 voices commemorate D-Day.
A Colorado Climber Shares His Everest Experience; Inside The U.S. Women’s Soccer Team
This climbing season on Everest has been deadly, in part due to the overcrowding that outdoorsman Jake Norton saw there. Then, why the stakes are so high for the U.S. women’s soccer team and its two Colorado players. Next, are the fish in the South Platte safe to eat? Also, a local art teacher tries something new. Finally, remembering Stonewall in music.
What Students Are Asking Each Other A Month After STEM; The Local Impact Of Mexico Tariffs
A group of three STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting survivors and three students from other Denver metro area schools sat down to talk with each other about mental health, social media, surviving a shooting and more. Then, the impact impending tariffs on Mexico will have in Colorado. Finally, a Tiny Desk Concert finalist from Colorado.
Is Breakneck Construction Compromising Safety?; Busting Western Myths With Forensics
Denverite looks into the aggressive pace of new home construction and the potential impact on structural safety. Then, meet Grand Junction’s history detective. Next, the difficulties retraining drug dogs. Also, the importance of Narcan to fight overdoses. Plus, take a road trip guided by penny smashers. Finally, a saber-toothed cat gets new roars.
A Reality Check On Juvenile Resentencing; Is TABOR Holding Back Colorado?
Erik Jensen was sentenced to life without parole as a juvenile. He was recently resentenced, but what does it say about the justice system? Then, Building A Better Colorado explores the state’s tax policies. Next, Sen. Cory Gardner’s commencement address. Also, remembering Colorado’s legendary storm chaser Tim Samaras. Finally, meet “the acoustic ninja.”
Inside The Mind Of A Would-Be School Shooter; What Happens (To Your Facebook) When You Die
A Denver man shares the real-life story behind his TedX talk, “I Was Almost A School Shooter.” It’s drawn nearly eight million views. Then, what happens to your social media accounts and other online presences after you die? Next, an excerpt from Colorado State University’s commencement. Finally, legendary banjoist Béla Fleck will play Red Rocks Thursday.
The Colorado Matters Memorial Day 2019 Special
We share veterans’ and legacies for Memorial Day 2019. First, the honor bell created for military funerals that recently tolled for its creator. Then, what it was like inside a WWII submarine. Next, an old trunk leads to a WWI soldier. Also, being a Japanese American soldier in WWII. Finally, inside the little-known WWII ground battle fought in North America.
How Colorado Became A Cybersecurity Hot Spot; Training The Next Generation Of Hunters
As other states fall victim to hackers, Colorado remains a digital stronghold. Then, an excerpt from UNC’s commencement. Next, why Parks and Wildlife is recruiting new hunters. Also, who shapes Hickenlooper’s foreign policy. Then, why Pastor Jerry Herships preaches outside of church. Next, the Georgia O’Keefe exhibit closes. Finally, making music with atoms.
Hickenlooper: Authoritarianism A Major Threat; Departing CU Prez Bruce Benson’s Legacy
The Democratic presidential candidate gave his first major foreign policy speech this week. Then, after a tumultuous search for his successor, CU system president Bruce Benson prepares to leave. Next, Oprah speaks at the Colorado College commencement. Also, the state of Colorado’s real estate market. Finally, the hiker who set a record on the Arizona Trail.
Two Weeks After Tragedy, STEM Seniors Graduate; Asylum Seekers Arrive At Colorado Churches
At the STEM School Highlands Ranch graduation, Kendrick Castillo’s best friend accepted his diploma. Then, why a Texas shelter sends migrants to Colorado. Next, are violent extremists shaped in childhood? Also, how our late spring snow affects your garden. Then, why is Colorado’s legislative session 120 days? Finally, an interview with author Keele Burgin.
AG Weiser Prepares To Sue The Trump Admin (Again); How Tariffs Affect An Arvada Company
Attorney General Phil Weiser will target a new Trump rule on healthcare. Then, glove company Hestra was hit by the new tariffs. Next, Denver-born billionaire Robert F. Smith erased Morehouse College graduates’ debt. Also, the GOP strategy after the legislative session. Finally, local journalist Peter Hessler explores Egyptian history.
We Have A Winner! Energetic Act Wins CPR’s Solo On The Slope Contest
Cousin Curtiss, of Placerville, won the chance to perform at The Avalon Theatre in Grand Junction on June 21 during a Colorado Matters live event.
Celebrating Kendrick Castillo’s Life; How Courts Handle Juveniles Facing Serious Charges
Honoring Kendrick Castillo, who died in the STEM school shooting. Then, how courts deal with underage defendants like one of the STEM suspects. Next, the Colorado Episcopal Church’s first African American woman bishop. Also, the Congressional Black Caucus scouts new leaders. And, the state’s role in the U.S. Space Command. Finally, more “Solo on the Slope.”
Your Questions About ‘Magic’ Mushrooms; Denver Mayor’s Race Takes Shape, With 2 Candidates
Denver voters decriminalized psychedelic mushrooms—now what? Then, homelessness is an issue in Denver’s mayoral runoff. Next, a CU scientist is shaping the new U.S. plan to go to the moon. Plus, Dixie Rinehart designed space gloves. Also, Chinese tariffs could impact agriculture. Then, recalling Democrats roils Republicans. Finally, more “Solo on the Slope.”
As The Workforce Ages, How Do We Support Every Worker? The State Of Yemen’s Civil War
More and more Coloradans age 65 or older are still working. Then, a DU professor studies the impacts of the Yemeni conflict. Next, when Doris Day sang with John Denver. Also, an excerpt from a Western Colorado University commencement speech. Then, an encore of our story about the Hollywood blacklist. Finally, a runner-up from our Solo on the Slope contest.
