Colorado Matters

Long-haul COVID offers an opportunity to learn more about chronic fatigue, a condition that's often dismissed. We'll hear from a doctor about how he navigated the illness. Then, a former drug user and federal prisoner in Pueblo who grew his family's small business. And, the story of Grammy-winning musician Marc Cohn and his near-death experience in Denver.

We talk with pulmonologist Anuj Mehta about the state's work to track the omicron variant, and to get grounding about the concern. Then, Colorado Sun reporter David Gilbert investigated sexual misconduct and abuse allegations at the Colorado Center for the Blind. Also, restoring the Air Force Academy chapel.

Rev. Paula Stone Williams, of Left Hand Church in Longmont, transitioned at age 60. The evangelical circles she’d dedicated her life to as a man rejected her as a trans woman. Williams' new book is “As A Woman: What I Learned about Power, Sex, and the Patriarchy After I Transitioned.” She joined us in July for “Turn The Page,” our regular reading circle.

At age 15, Curtis Brooks was sentenced to life without parole. He was granted clemency and released in 2019. He’s adjusting to a new life, and recently was married. Then, the Women’s Bean Project thrives as it trains women. Also, emotional growth in the pandemic. And, using social media influencers to draw students to college. Plus, Mexican dance in Pueblo.

A top stressor for patients with diseases such as cancer is paying for treatment. Colorado has a plan to help and experience in other states will pave the way. Then, a recent Russian missile test threatened the space station and may signal increased militarization of space.

Nhi Aronheim, of Englewood, has navigated between two families and two cultures, and from fear to gratitude. She shares her story in "Soles of a Survivor." Then, as Colorado Matters marks 20 years, we revisit one of our favorite segments, answering a Colorado Wonders question about the Front Range.

How has Colorado's Congressional delegation helped shape the president's Build Back Better Act? CPR public affairs reporter Andrew Kenney provides insight. Then, the comeback story of Rapids head coach Robin Fraser with a record-setting season. Plus, students find common ground with a virtual exchange. And remembering the legacy of the Brown Bombers.

Making everyday decisions during the pandemic can be like a case of whiplash -- and there are the moral considerations too. We get a daily risk assessment with two medical experts. Then, did you know there are actually different types of snowflakes?

As COVID drags on, we ask Coloradans how they’re doing. One massage therapist describes how she loses work each time she's exposed to the virus. Then, our health reporter searches for why COVID cases are so high in Colorado. Plus, the high cost of airline tickets. And, a Grand Junction couple says singing's for everyone even though it may not feel like it.

The ongoing Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival features the documentary "Youth v Gov," about a group of young people suing the U.S. government over climate change. Then, "Storm Lake" explores the challenges facing newspapers and the idea that "news deserts" are a threat to democracy. Plus, thousands of kids in Pueblo County get paid to read.