Colorado Matters

A reporter looks into the origins of the mysterious illness linked to vaping. Then, making sure two car bombings in Boulder that killed Chicano student activists aren’t forgotten. Also, Mike Johnston says his priority now is electing a Democrat to replace Cory Gardner. Plus, Colorado cycling legend Jonathan Vaughters, on repairing the sport’s reputation.

After last spring’s wacky bomb cyclones, Colorado’s fall forecast is reassuring. The state’s assistant climatologist, Becky Bolinger, says to expect warmer temperatures than usual and maybe keep a raincoat handy. Then, CPR’s ‘On Something’ podcast tells the story of legalization and star-crossed lovers.

Michael Bennet says he’s undeterred by not making the stage for the next presidential debate. Plus, state law requires library service, but what happens if funding runs out? Then, sorting through hundreds of listener ideas about improving mass transit. Colorado author Carter Wilson has a new thriller. And Clare Dunn is back for the holiday weekend.

What’s happened in five years at the Rocky Mountain Patent and Trademark Office? Then, a local survivor remembers United pilot Al Haynes who saved 184 people in a 1989 plane crash. Plus, a look inside a unique nuclear power plant that was shut down 30 years ago. Finally, Dierks Bentley returns to Colorado for a new Labor Day tradition.

Cory Gardner wants President Trump to end the trade war with China and limit the president’s ability to impose tariffs. Then, a Coloradan who invented a hood to protect your hairstyle when it’s raining talks about the challenges of getting a patent. Plus, cannabis in the ancient world and barbecue’s African-American roots.

Colorado detective paralyzed on the job helps other officers cope with stress and trauma. Then, the new state historian wants to highlight the experiences of Asians and other minorities in Colorado. Plus, the future of mass transit on the Front Range, preserving open space, and CPR’s podcast, “On Something,” explores where cannabis and spirituality meet.

Colorado has confirmed its first case of an illness believed linked to vaping, and is investigating three others. Plus, the Mayor of Carbondale is working to make sure teens don’t start vaping. Also, a new safe gun storage map. Then, making sure the Native American voice is heard in the election. And, Colorado continues to wonder about affordable housing.

Women from 15 countries around the world are in Denver to share their struggles and successes in the face of violence, war, and oppression as they work to overcome. Then, a Denver landmark raises questions about what’s historic and what’s nostalgic. Plus, celebrating a Chicano tradition in one neighborhood. And a wolf refuge that also helps humans.