Colorado Matters

The effort to extend the tax credit for the Affordable Care Act stalls in Congress, so what’s next? Then, President Trump claims he pardoned Tina Peters despite lacking jurisdiction; we revisit the state crimes she was convicted of, and why the prosecutor says it wasn’t political. Plus, a new exhibit at the Denver Art Museum features works exclusively by veterans. Also, Longmont author Ingrid Law shares her new book with kids at the Denver Public Library. And the Local 303 for December highlights “high energy emo revival.”

As the federal government rolls back vaccination recommendations, where does that leave Coloradans, especially the parents of young children? We hear from a pediatrician and the state epidemiologist, who are working to address confusion — and provide clarity. Then, art, as a form of healing and rehabilitation. Plus, a local grassroots non-profit celebrates 20 years working to keep Africa on the minds of Coloradans. And it’s a music Hall of Fame moment for Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats.

Movement is key to life— for people and wildlife. But the way humans live can impede other species. Ryan speaks with Boulder science reporter Hillary Rosner, of CU, whose new book is “Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World.”

The Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame marks its 40th anniversary this year, and today we’re commemorating this milestone, talking with three remarkable inductees who’ve shaped Colorado through activism, engineering, community building and fierce advocacy.

The story of the tent-like roof at Denver International Airport begins with two architects in a downtown Denver bar. One of the architects, Jim Bradburn, recently died just as the airport turned 30. Today, we hear behind the scenes stories from his collaborator, Curt Fentress. Then, US United hopes to change the culture of divisiveness ahead of National Unity Day on Saturday. Plus, books to enjoy this holiday season, or to give as gifts. And Colorado centenarian Howard Berger celebrates 102!

Our series continues about unprecedented politics, named for the famous Benjamin Franklin line in 1787: “A republic, if you can keep it.” University of Denver political scientist Seth Masket provides historic context. Then, it takes a lot of work to keep Mustang standing strong outside DIA. Also, tech firm Ibotta makes a 10-year commitment to downtown Denver, which other businesses have fled. And the family stories behind Denver’s Little Saigon at History Colorado Center.

Protecting children from the harmful side of social media has been a years-long fight, but Congress may finally be taking action. Today we hear about one mother’s determination to bring change in memory of her daughter. Then, they followed the rules set up by the federal government, but still face deportation. It’s just one development in the immigration debate affecting thousands of people in Colorado. And, he’s the only Colorado native to play in the Negro Baseball League. Now, a century later he finally gets his due.

For most state jobs, you don’t need a college degree. It’s the skills that matter. Governor Jared Polis has championed this change in the private sector, as well. Reporter Lawrence Lanahan writes about this trend in a piece titled, “No college degree, no problem? Not so fast!” Then, comedian Tig Notaro remembers Colorado’s late poet laureate Andrea Gibson with the new film, “Come See Me in the Good Light.” Also, a mother and daughter from Colorado reconnect with their family’s World War II legacy in Italy. Plus, pairing wine and solar on the Western Slope.