Colorado Matters

Governor Jared Polis married First Gentleman Marlon Reis this week. We look back on the fight for marriage equality in what used to be called "The Hate State" with Mark Ferrandino. Then, we update Fort Lewis College's reckoning. Meow Wolf includes a nod to once-iconic venues in metro-Denver. Also, an ozone garden and songs in the face of climate change.

A new Climate Conservation Corps will work to prevent wildfires, help the state to adapt to climate change and protect public land. It could be a model for the nation. Then, Colorado's AG on excessive force and biased policing in Aurora. And, solutions for rural Colorado’s housing shortage. Plus, a film follows a military family’s struggles with PTSD.

Grief is all around us-- exacerbated by the pandemic. What does that look like for children? Then, a listener photo prompts the question: can murder hornets live in Colorado? Plus, Colorado Springs' Conejos neighborhood is gone, but not forgotten. Also, Pueblo considers nuclear. And what to do about abandoned mines and wells in Colorado.

A new charter school in Towaoc puts Ute Mountain Ute language and culture at the center of students’ education. Then, the debate over racism and inclusion in the St. Vrain Valley school district. And, a research project moves forward exploring the concept of basic income. Plus, Telluride's housing and labor shortage.

A Colorado Springs school district has apologized a year after sending officers to the home of a 12-year-old student suspected of having a toy gun. The incident led to a change in state law. Plus, Purplish explores the pros and cons of having competitive Congressional districts. And movies to watch for after the Telluride Film Festival.

Magee Capsouto and the Trinity United Methodist Church will commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11 this weekend with “Requiem For The Living.” Then, how the events of Sept. 11 shaped the life of Mirwais Hotak, a refugee who owns an Afghan restaurant in Littleton. Plus, two Coloradans share their memories of the attack.

Chances are you remember where you were and what you were doing when the U.S. was attacked on 9/11. Twenty years later, the world is still a changed place; the impact of that day carries on. We share the story of our colleague, Jo Ann Allen. She offered her reflections in her podcast, "Been There, Done That," with her friend, WNYC journalist Beth Fertig.

The extraordinary story of a man who escaped the Nazis, came to the U.S. and returned to Europe to fight Hitler. John Sachs was a member of the Army’s 10th Mountain Division, the skiing, climbing soldiers who trained in Colorado. Then, a check-up on the impact of COVID in Northern Colorado. And breaking down the draft congressional map in Purplish.

Colorado Mesa University is in a county that lags on vaccinations and where cases of COVID-19 are rising. But the school's also been a national model on how to track and fend off the virus. So what's the strategy as students return? Plus, the summer season’s cut short for one lake in Colorado. And "Half Broke" shares the bond between horses and humans.

The San Luis Valley is a big potato producer, second only to Idaho. But a trade dispute with Mexico is leaving farmers in a lurch. Then, should urban Colorado be able to use water from the San Luis Valley? Plus, how redistricting could impact Southern Colorado. Also, a spiritual journey at one of the state's oldest churches. And we visit a castle of cans.