Colorado Matters

As the summer tourism season begins, is Colorado putting out the welcome mat? Then, lawmakers start to narrow their focus at the state Capitol. Plus, how Colorado dairy farmers are adapting. Then, the power of writing for people in prison. And “At a Distance” asks about parties in the pandemic.

A Colorado Restaurant Association survey showed 3 percent of restaurants will close permanently. Then, lawmakers return to face a fiscal crisis. And, a decision on library reopenings could come soon, restoring important connections for people experiencing homelessness.

A Denver-area King Soopers employee remembers her colleague who died from COVID-19. Then, the supermarket’s response to the pandemic. Later, the state’s second-largest school district reveals its plans to reopen this fall. Plus, CPR’s politics podcast, “Purplish” talks virtual campaigning. Finally, a children’s book for the pandemic.

In tough times you might expect Colorado’s child abuse hotline to be busy. Experts say it’s not, because kids are now isolated from teachers and others trained to spot trouble. Then, owners of two summer sleep-away camps differ on whether to open. Plus, a Colorado farmer on life during the pandemic. And, talking mindfulness on CPR’s podcast “At a Distance.”

A Colorado Matters special that delves into the challenges parents face during the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts from the Colorado Department of Human Services and the YMCA discuss the uncertainty of child care. Plus, tips on managing family stress from a Denver therapist. And, how parents can slow the notorious “summer slide” in education.

The pandemic’s changing the process to get issues on the ballot, but not everyone’s happy about it. Then, how Colorado farmers are responding to the age of COVID-19. Plus, helping people who need a second chance through the dignity of work. And, “Divided We Fall” explores finding unity amid political diversity. Finally, new music from Claire Heywood.

How is the pandemic reshaping higher education, from in-person learning to the entire college experience? Plus, the outlook for college graduates facing an uncertain job market. Then, exposing ourselves to stress in order to better manage our anxiety, using a concept called “The Wedge.” And new music from Boulder’s Big Gigantic.

Today, how Colorado is trying to address inequities in the pandemic. Then, the challenges lawmakers face as they return to the state capitol to address a $3 billion shortfall. Plus, a discussion with Denver pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber about her new podcast, “The Confessional,” which explores the power of grace.