Colorado Matters

There are three missions to Mars underway and all hope to find signs of life. Then, more from the education series, “The Workforce Behind The Workforce.” Later, choreographer Cleo Parker Robinson talks dance in the pandemic and racial justice. Plus, why making your own outdoor gear used to be a thing. And, new music from climate activist Xiuhtezcatl.

We talk with the chairperson of a Colorado Springs citizen commission that’s examining policing: from racial bias to crisis response to use of force. Then, assessing Colorado’s special needs parole law. Also, we remember anti-war and civil rights champion Rennie Davis. Plus, Colorado native Tia Fuller brings her love of jazz to Pixar’s new movie, “Soul.”

Mounting frustration with the unemployment system as people are denied benefits because of the state’s efforts to crack down on fraud. Then, a critical moment for the state GOP as the party tries to unify. Plus, an all-out effort to rescue horses from a wildfire. And new reflections on Selena from a stagehand who worked one of her concerts in Pueblo.

Denver’s former independent law enforcement monitor talks about the challenges ahead for his replacement. Plus, two dentists on safety protocols against COVID-19 and how pandemic anxiety is showing up in people’s teeth. Then, meet Koko Bayer, the Denver artist who created hearts with a message of hope. And, the “future funk” sound of Denver band, The Grand Alliance.

State demographer Elizabeth Garner shares stories behind the statistics of Colorado’s population growth. Also, RTD’s new CEO Debra Johnson on the challenges ahead for public transit. Then, we remember civil rights champion Ruth Steele from Pueblo. And “Turn the Page” is reading a book about animals.

Two finance professors break down what happened with GameStop’s sudden rise in the stock market. Then, an update on the CORE Act, which would add more federal protections to Colorado land. Later, a new exhibit celebrates Colorado Springs’ 150th birthday with artifacts from the city’s history. Finally, a conversation about an unexpectedly taboo topic: aging.

The pandemic has disrupted the lives of young people in many ways, resulting in missed milestones and opportunities. Life’s not “on hold” for teens this year. They share personal stories and we focus on solutions as they find ways to cope and move forward.

The pandemic has disrupted the lives of young people in many ways, resulting in missed milestones and opportunities. Life’s not “on hold” for teens this year. They share personal stories and we focus on solutions as they find ways to cope and move forward.