Colorado Matters

After a brief visit to an emergency room, a Loveland woman left with three ibuprofen — and a $6,000 bill. A new law helps provide relief for others who may face a similar situation. Then, voters around the state talk about the issues that are important to them. And, saxophonist Gerald Albright has played all around the world — but calls Colorado home.

We’ve been hearing from the candidates who want to represent Colorado’s new 8th congressional district. Today: Democrat Dr. Yadira Caraveo, after hearing from Republican Barbara Kirkmeyer yesterday. Then, how singer/songwriter Arum Rae finds inspiration driving country roads.

Today and tomorrow, we interview the candidates running to represent Colorado’s new 8th congressional district. First, Republican Barbara Kirkmeyer and tomorrow we’ll hear from Democrat Yadira Caraveo. Also, one voter talks about the importance of being independent.

A hydrogen weather balloon launches twice a day in Grand Junction, raising scientists’ understanding of global weather and climate, and we get more weather and climate news from Denver7s chief meteorologist, Mike Nelson. Plus, robots as caregivers, from the Aspen Ideas Festival.

CPR’s Andrew Kenney talked to Gov. Jared Polis and his Republican challenger Heidi Ganahl about their plans to address affordable housing in the state. Then, photographer Juan Fuentes has a new exhibit at the Denver Art Museum, using his photographs to tell the story of his community. And, Zoe Chace explains people’s power to influence others at the Aspen Ideas Festival. Also, Colorado Matters is looking for artists from southern Colorado to perform in this year’s Holiday Extravaganza.

Since the war began, the small town of Estes Park in northern Colorado has become a haven for immigrants from Ukraine. Then, Colorado Mesa University’s new athletic director makes history. And, a three-day celebration of Latinx culture, power and history in Aspen. Also, Grammy-winning saxophonist Gerald Albright prepares to take the stage at home, in Colorado.

Equal Pay Day fluctuates every year to highlight how many more days a Black woman must work to earn as much as their white male counterparts. Lauren Young Casteel explains the importance of the day. Then, it’s bird migration season; what bird watchers are looking for this time of year. Also, Denver wants to teach people how to compost. Plus, developers have high hope for growth in Downtown Denver. And, Colorado Wonders finally answers how you pronounce Wynkoop.

Childhood vaccination rates fell this year, and not just for COVID. Health officials are worried. Then, people who live with chronic pain and where they find relief, in our radio documentary “On Pain,’’ available now through CPR’s podcast, “Colorado In-Depth.”