Colorado Matters

The biggest news of the 2020 election may well be the voter turnout nationally and in Colorado. More than 3.1 million Colorado voters turned out to vote, far surpassing 2016 numbers. And, Coloradans across the political spectrum explain what issues motivated them most to vote in local and national elections, ranging from climate change to the economy.

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold talks about the early vote and how ballots are counted on this Election Day. Plus, how the FBI is working to prevent intimidation and violence. Then, a lighter moment with Election Day trivia! Also, how another surge may impact what we can buy in stores. And Colorado soccer star Lindsey Horan is back on the field.

The pandemic has hit working moms especially hard and many have had to leave their jobs to care for children at home. Then, a recent leak at the space station highlights what experts have to do to ensure the safety of astronauts. Also, a film about the plight of LGBTQ refugees who come to the US. And, one woman recounts what Dia de los Muertos means to her.

What did Democrats learn after the 2016 election? Political scientist, Seth Masket, explores this in his new book, “Learning From Loss.” Then, two Coloradans who voted for President Trump the first time, weigh in on the last four years and whether they’ll vote for him again. Later, meet more New Americans who are voting for the first time.

Today, what you need to know to use the state’s new notification system to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Then, meet a New American in Alamosa. Also, how health care factors into the U.S. Senate race in Colorado. And, “Terror at 5280” scares up some spooky stories just in time for Halloween.

A check-in with an ICU doctor at Denver Health as counties tighten restrictions and COVID-19 cases rise. Then, how best to deal with internet trolls and bots this election. Later, a picture of the ski season during a pandemic. Finally, another story of a new American voting for the first time.

This election convinced Phanvichka Rath Fisk to become a citizen after 16 years. His story kicks off our special series on New Americans. Then, a Boulder researcher says natural ecosystems can be resilient in the face of climate change. Plus, Purplish on early voting and intimidation. And one teen overcomes political and pandemic stress.

What role do churches have in contributing to the political divide in this country — and in healing it? Our guests are Pastor Mark Feldmeir, of Saint Andrew United Methodist Church in Highlands Ranch, Reverend Amanda Henderson who’s joining The Iliff School of Theology, and Pastor Tracey Perry, who does ministry and social justice work across the state.