Colorado Matters

As these photographers set out to take portraits of Holocaust survivors, they also discovered how many live in poverty. Then, how marijuana grew to become a top issue in the 2018 midterms. Next, the Colorado Sun digs deep into Coloradan's pounds of trash and poor recycling habits. Also, a play called "Men on Boats" will feature no men on stage (or on boats).

The race for the congressional seat in District 6 continues to heat up as Democratic Jason Crow challenges incumbent Republican Mike Coffman. Then, former senator Tim Wirth still hasn't given up on Climate Change policy after 30 years. Next, a documentary follows a Coloradan who plays college football for a deaf and hard-of-hearing school.

Gov. John Hickenlooper explains the reasoning behind creating his national PAC, Giddy Up. Then, a Denver nonprofit built a boarding school in Tanzania to help girls graduate. Next, the tiny plastics that pose a big threat. Also, why to look at the libary's recently returned rack. Finally, a school designed with students in recovery in mind.

Predicting the path hurricanes will take when they're still over open ocean is tricky. That's why scientists use dropsondes, paper towel tube-shaped devices that are dropped into storms from planes. Next, a documentary follows Tommy Caldwell's climb up the Dawn Wall on El Capitan. Finally, the second episode of Purplish explores Jared Polis' money.

Firefighter Tim Brady was credited with saving more than 100 lives, but he still thinks about two women who died. Then, while roads and bridges have been rebuilt, many in Lyons are struggling to recover community. Next, how systemic challenges hurt dyslexic students. Also, the history of the String Cheese Incident. Finally, the next Olympic blade runner.

Flood researcher Bob Brakenridge studied floods half a world away, until in 2013 one struck his home in Lyons. Next, in a state dominated by craft beer, sake could be the next big boozy trend. Then, inside the exclusive Rembrandt opening at the Denver Art Museum on Sept. 16. Also, a master gardener answers your green thumb questions.

Katharine Hayhoe uses her faith as a tool to connect with climate change deniers on a level her experience as a scientist can not. Then, this CU professor dedicated years of research to designing a disaster preparedness guidebook. Also, a native New Yorker-turned-Coloradan remembers 9/11. Next, a defense attorney channels her experience into a crime novel.

Missy Franklin captivated summer Olympics watchers in 2012, but fell short in 2016. Colorado's golden girl struggled with depression as she adjusted to a life where swimming wasn't her core identity. Next, a CPR listener interviews education reporter Jenny Brundin about the aftermath of teacher protests. Then, listen to the first episode of "Purplish."

Suicide kills more young Coloradans than ever before, and the reasons that drive children and teenagers to kill themselves are diverse and complicated. Next, a preview of CPR's politics podcast that look at the overarching issues, "Purplish." Then, a new play examines an honor killing. Finally, how students can choose apprenticeships over the college track.

Members of the Catholic Church abuse survivors group SNAP want to see more investigations like the one in Pennsylvania, as well as the elimination of the stature of limitations. Next, the positive impact of a tax funding mental health programs would go beyond the funding. Also, Craig Johnson returns with new Sheriff Longmire novel, "Depth of Winter."