Colorado Matters

Tomorrow, the U.S. Supreme Court hears the Colorado case to keep Donald Trump off the state's primary ballot. Krista Kafer and Norma Anderson are two of the plaintiffs. Then, Colorado researchers on how climate change is changing the acidity of the Antarctic Ocean. Also, the largest air pollution penalty in state history. And "Hooked" explores how easy it is for teens to get tobacco products.

A Black mother was verbally assaulted by a white mother using a racial slur outside their daughters' elementary school; she wanted the justice system to educate, not incarcerate. Systemic tells the story. Then, a Broomfield stylist wants designers in Africa to get their due; she's working to bring the modern looks of the Motherland to the Mile High and beyond.

Colorado is sixth in the nation in alcohol-related deaths, with the problem taking an increasing toll on women and younger people. Denver Post health reporter Meg Wingerter’s series is “Colorado’s Quiet Killer.” Then, a task force wants to overhaul Colorado’s school funding system. And, “Full Circle: A Story of Post Traumatic Growth,” chronicles an adaptive skier's journey both on and off the slopes.

As Congress tries to address the record number of people crossing the border, host Ryan Warner asks Colorado's senior senator, Michael Bennet, about ongoing immigration reform failures. Then, Colorado's Most Endangered Places list now includes a bowling alley and a century-old schoolhouse. And we remember photographer and filmmaker Jim Havey.

In 1922, at a time of deep racial segregation in the US, two Denverites realized their dream of building a resort in the Rockies for Black people to socialize and escape the stress of racism. They called it Lincoln Hills. For Black History Month, we revisit Lincoln Hills with retired Denver County judge Gary Jackson and former state historian Jared Orsi in 2022. Winks Lodge at Lincoln Hills was designated a National Historic Landmark in December.

Colorado is a quantum technology hub, but what does that mean? Then, a program that empowers prisoners to become professors. Also, an online map that documents environmental injustice by neighborhood isn't working the way it should. Plus, her name's on the ballot but she's not running for president. We revisit the historic Hayden Granary, and new music from Cousin Curtiss!

For decades, the industry's own documents show that Big Tobacco targeted communities of color in Colorado and across the nation. The effects are still being felt today. Keith Wailoo is the author of the book, "Pushing Cool: Big Tobacco, Racial Marketing, and the Untold Story of the Menthol Cigarette."

A college student from Colorado leads the EPA’s new National Environmental Youth Advisory Council. Then, a new exhibit featuring conservationist John Fielder who left a legacy, and a timeline, for scientists studying climate change. And "Purplish," has the behind-the-scenes story of Colorado’s effort to keep the U.S. Space Command in Colorado.

What does it mean for an immigrant to be at home? That's one of the themes Denver author Teow Lim Goh explores in her book, "Western Journeys." Plus, join us for our next Turn the Page with Colorado Matters discussion February 7 in Loveland! Later, is the next generation getting hooked on vaping?

There's a shortage of people qualified to treat convicted sex offenders in Colorado. We'll talk about the reasons for the shortage, its impact, and efforts to find solutions. Then, photographs, taken by veterans, via a program that creates community and support. And, Chandra and her family take a trip to the ice castles in Cripple Creek.