Feb. 2, 2024: Sen. Michael Bennet on immigration; ‘Colorado’s Most Endangered Places’
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.
A bowling alley, a steam power plant, and even a museum are Colorado’s newest ‘Most Endangered Places’
The list is updated every ear to highlight buildings and locations throughout the state that are at risk of loss due.
Colorado’s new youth advisor to the EPA says climate change isn’t just a future issue – it’s having an impact on the present
Gabriel Nagel hopes to encourage more young people to get involved in the fight against climate change
An arctic blast in an age of climate change
Colorado just endured an arctic blast that set new record-low temperatures in parts of the state. Will we see another one this winter? And how does climate change factor into the extreme weather? These are some of the questions Ryan Warner asks Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson in their monthly conversation about the interplay between weather and climate.
Dec. 22, 2023: Dancer makes Colorado Ballet history as Clara; the story of an ‘American St. Nick’
For Sheridan Guerin, playing Clara in the Nutcracker is a dream come true as the first Black ballerina to do so in Colorado Ballet history. Then, a Broomfield man shares the story of his dad, Richard Brookins, who became known as the “American St. Nick” in the tiny town of Wiltz, Luxembourg in World War II and years after. And Denver singer/songwriter René Moffatt’s new song, “My First Christmas (without you).”
Granddaughter of Pearl Harbor survivor says new USS Arizona submarine honors the past and embraces the present
The Navy’s new submarine will be the first to carry the name Arizona since the attack at Pearl Harbor.
Dec. 6, 2023: Retired judge says Trump ballot case is about law, not politics; A metro-mountain passenger train
As the Colorado Supreme Court considers the case to keep Donald Trump off the Republican presidential primary ballot here, a former judge who proposed invoking the 14th Amendment early-on says it’s not about politics. Then, why a train between the mountains and Metro Denver may finally be on track. And, if cocktails are a part of your holidays, we have a tingly recommendation.
New state historian wants to diversify understanding of Colorado’s past, present, and future
Claire Oberon Garcia wants to help preserve parts of the state that have significance to underrepresented people in Colorado.
Nov. 16, 2023: On eve of special session, how to ‘disagree better’; ‘Control Freaks’ features whiz kids who love to win
As state lawmakers get set for a special session on property tax relief, Colorado’s Governor Jared Polis, a Democrat, and Utah’s Governor Spencer Cox, a Republican, talk about a concept called “Disagree Better,” aimed at reducing animosity in civic life. Then, Denver author J.E. Thomas shares her book, “Control Freaks” with Ryan and 5th grader Della Johnson.
Nov. 8, 2023: What’s next now that voters rejected Prop HH?; A Club Q survival story of a life forever changed
A complicated measure designed, at least in part, to tamp down property taxes, failed at the ballot box. Now that voters rejected Prop HH, what comes next? Then, John Arcediano survived the attack on Club Q, but his life has forever been changed. And later, a chance to see a relic from the U.S.S. Arizona in memory of the Coloradans killed at Pearl Harbor.
Colorado among 33 states to file lawsuit against Meta, claiming it’s addictive to children
Colorado is one of 33 states suing Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook. The suit claims the platforms can be addictive and harm children’s mental health. Chandra Thomas Whitfield discussed the case with Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser.
Oct. 18, 2023: Economic reinvention in Yampa Valley; The ‘Return of the Buffalo’
The Yampa Valley is doing some economic soul-searching, as Colorado weans itself from fossil fuels. We’ll visit a historic granary that’s been reimagined. There’s also a push for a commuter train from Craig to Steamboat. Also, CPR’s Caitlyn Kim talks with Rep. Ken Buck about his position on the House Speaker vote. And the new RMPBS documentary, “Return of the Buffalo.”
New season of ‘Music Blocks’ finds connection, culture, and community through musical instruments
How music is created. What makes it special. And how it connects us. They’re all themes of CPR’s podcast Music Blocks, offering digestible episodes that work as well in cars as they do in classrooms. The third season is now out with a focus on how the instruments themselves can create connection and community across cultures.
Why Weld County has more tornadoes than anywhere else in the U.S.
There were two category EF-3 or stronger tornadoes this year in Colorado — the first time that happened in 30 years.
The Denver Nuggets are the NBA champions!
The celebrations have just begun after the Denver Nuggets won the NBA Finals Monday night. On Thursday there will be a parade and rally in Denver. Head coach Michael Malone is already looking ahead to the next season and is quick to thank fans for their support as the team built toward this victory 47 years in the making.
As Nuggets go for their first-ever NBA championship title, the journey’s been one of inspiration
Ya gotta believe. Tonight, the Denver Nuggets enter game three of the NBA championships tied one-to-one. Fans had been hoping for a sweep of the Miami Heat. And if you don’t necessarily believe, we’ll chat with a man who does– CPR’s own super-fan, Vic Vela.
