Colorado Matters

Tom Sullivan spent the years after his son's death in the Aurora theater shooting testifying for gun control. But it wasn't enough, so he ran for office. Then, what Colorado Republicans are planning. Next, the disability rights group ADAPT turns 40. They got their start protesting RTD. Also, meet Ramblin Roy. Finally, Kid Astronaut's music career blasts off.

Jason Crow is part of the congressional class with the most veterans in a decade. Then, you respond to our "Baby, It's Cold Outside" segment. Next, Roselawn Cemetery in Pueblo traces the city's history. Also, a Big Brothers success story. Plus, Ute history in a new exhibit. And, a cat convention comes to Denver. Finally, a Hanukkah song.

Sen. Cory Gardner addresses the idea of another summit with North Korea, the Mueller investigation and helping pay student loan debt. Then, Susana Cordova is the only remaining candidate to become the next Denver Public Schools superintendent. Next, the Denver Zoo's effort to help its grizzly bears. Also, what's up with that lot full of Volkswagens? Finally, growing up in "Trailer Trash."

Democratic presidential nominee Michael Dukakis remembers his rival, the late George H.W. Bush. Then, how Denver is trying to clear an immigration backlog. Next, your RTD A Line questions, answered. Also, why we debate "Baby, It's Cold Outside" this time of year. Then, we revisit a child inventor. Finally, a veteran concert photographer shares her favorite memories.

Public defenders are filing requests to judges to immediately release mentally ill people in jail. Then, Walker Stapleton remembers his 'Uncle George.' Next, how schools engage refugee parents. Also, how one kid reversed a snowball ban. Then, can you throw dog poop in a neighbor's trash? Next, Denver street questions, answered. Finally, some Hanukkah music.

Deputy Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt is a Colorado native. Like his boss, Ryan Zinke, he faces controversy. Then, a study found that Latino college students internalize the racism they hear from politicians and media. Next, the debate surrounding advance trigger warnings at theaters. Also, how Anthony Ruptak made his debut LP after a robbery.

Paul Bodnar helped negotiate the Paris Climate Agreement under President Obama. Bodnar will return to the annual U.N. climate talks next month. Then, how archaeologists are studying the founder of Colorado Springs through his trash. Next, first responders share their stories. Also, student loans' long-reaching effects. Finally, marking a 40-year milestone at Wax Trax.

Cities are already behind on infrastructure upgrades, and the situation will get worse as climate change brings new challenges. Then, how NPR reported on the risks of people with dementia owning guns. Next, InSight successfully landed on Mars. Also, an outdoorswoman reckons with Edward Abbey's more outdated views. Finally, the best holiday gift books.

In the waning days of his administration, Governor John Hickenlooper has leveraged a challenge against the TABOR and Gallagher amendments, potentially impacting millions. Then, climate change is transforming Yellowstone in our lifetimes. Next, remembering a trailblazing black woman, Lucile Jones. Finally, what safe injection sites could mean for Denver.

Stephen Szutenbach says he was abused by his priest and mentor when he was 18. He still wants the Denver’s Archdiocese to "do the right thing." Then, as Denver turns 160 this week, we learn how it got its name. Next, an annual refugee Thanksgiving in Aurora marked by the Trump administration. Also, an encore of our interview with Madeleine Albright and she returns to Denver to talk about the state of international relations.