Colorado Matters

The City of Denver is negotiating with its contractor to keep the remodeling project at DIA on track. Then, Colorado Wonders about how Allenspark was founded. Plus, the challenges facing the Olathe sweet corn crop. Finally, "On Something" explores one man's effort to make his marijuana grow environmentally friendly.

Researchers continue to search for answers about the causes and treatments of high-altitude sickness. Then, meet the Colorado artist who painted portraits of Presidents Trump and Obama for the state capitol. Plus, exploring the Grand Canyon. Also, the strategy of political recalls, and it's not too late to grab a great summer read.

Governor Jared Polis answers questions about changes to healthcare and issues such as local control of oil and gas drilling, cleaner air, behavioral health needs, and who has the best green chiles. Then, how did Michael Bennet do in night two of the debates? Plus, using co-buying to purchase a home. And Orbiting Olympia performs Friday.

Did John Hickenlooper have his breakout moment in night one of the Democratic presidential debates? Then, the dynamics of making Colorado roads safe for all modes of transportation after 4 bicyclist deaths this month. Also, what the Mariner missions revealed about Mars 50 years ago. Plus, Colorado's Cold War Horse. And, understanding reinsurance.

What's at stake for former Colorado John Hickenlooper, who takes part in round two of the Democratic presidential debates Tuesday night? Then, a Colorado author and hospice volunteer explores what it feels like to die. Then, an unprecedented study to help dogs avoid cancer.

Boulder scientist Maria Caffrey alleges she lost her National Park Service job when she refused to remove references to human-caused climate change from a report. Then, behind the new Pikes Peak visitor center. Next, what an ozone alert means. Also, how microplastics have infiltrated every possible environment. Finally, go inside ESL classes in Colorado.

A new study from CU Boulder suggests an increase in gender harassment. Then, a 13-year-old inventor from Lone Tree does it again! Plus, the inequality in school funding. Also, the language diversity of Pueblo. How the bark beetle impacts animals in Colorado, and finally, bringing baseball back to its roots.

In light of Robert Mueller’s testimony on Capitol Hill about Russia’s ongoing attempts to interfere in U.S. elections, what is Colorado doing to ensure integrity? Plus, why live off the grid in the San Luis Valley? Then, tracking how many opioid pills are coming to Colorado. And, how a large predicted solar flare might disrupt the digital age.

Using apprenticeships to close the skill gap in Colorado. Then, a Colorado comic writer taps into a little-known story of heroism from WWII. Plus, bridging the language gap in hospitals, and how sign language interpreters translate much more than the lyrics to a song. Then, creating a "farm in a pill." and the music of DBUK.

When it comes to climate change, there are things homeowners can do with their yards and gardens to make a difference. This special episode answers a Colorado Wonders question about bluegrass and dispels perennial myths when it comes to landscaping in Colorado. Plus the Global Cooling Prize and the wildflowers of the Rocky Mountains.