
Remembering The Victims Of The Boulder Shooting
We reflect on the lives lost during the shooting at a King Soopers in Boulder on Monday afternoon.


Meet Colorado’s Legal Power Couple On The Cutting Edge Of Civil Rights And Education
“I think the students really are hungry for more diversity at the institution and are serious about that goal.”

By Ali Budner

1 Year Later: A Pandemic Playlist Of Pick-Me-Ups And Songs Of Joy
We;re asking DJs around the state to share songs that have brought them — and their audiences — joy amidst the anxiety and uncertainty of pandemic life.

The Pandemic Impact On Fort Morgan Restaurant, Elaine’s Place
Almost a year now into the pandemic and we’re checking back in with Coloradans we’ve met along the way. Today: Danette Garlis, who owns a Greek restaurant in Fort Morgan. We met her back in November. COVID-19 had slowed Garlis’ business to a trickle, and she said she was praying for direction.

By Ali Budner

A Sneak Peek At The 15th Colorado Environmental Film Festival
The 15th Colorado Environmental Film Festival is underway. The event usually takes place in Golden, but this time it’s virtual because of the pandemic. The festival features eco-minded films from all over the world. Thirteen of them come from Colorado filmmakers this year. It’s all happening online through Sunday.

By Ali Budner



Colorado Springs Celebrates Its 150th Birthday With A New Exhibit At The Pioneers Museum
A letter that predicted the founding of Colorado Springs was written a full two years before the Springs came into existence. It’s just one of the stories we’ll hear today as Colorado’s second-largest city celebrates its sesquicentennial. (That means it’s turning 150 this year.) Matt Mayberry directs the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, which is celebrating the anniversary by displaying everything from letters to clothing to pieces of technology.

By Ali Budner

Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers Talks About The Effort To Keep Space Command And Ensuring Police Accountability
Colorado Springs turns 150 this year. It’s the second largest city in the state and one of the fastest growing along the Front Range. The city also faces the challenges that come with issues like growth, political tensions and overcoming a pandemic.

By Ali Budner

Fighting Racism Often Starts With Accepting That America Is Not ‘Better Than This’
When people say things like “this is not us” or “we are better than this” about the attack on the U.S. Capitol, it allows for the perpetuation of systemic racism, says Colorado Springs pastor and professor Stephany Rose Spaulding.

By Ali Budner


Professor Stephany Rose Spaulding Says The Capitol Violence Is ‘What Happens When Chickens Seriously Come Home To Roost’
UCCS professor, pastor and author Stephany Rose Spaulding reflects on the impact the insurrection in Washington is having on people of color. She’s joined by Christine Saxman, a Chicago-based anti-racism trainer.

By Ali Budner


‘Through Bugs And Nature,’ This Aurora DACA Recipient Looks To Help His Community
“I get inspiration from the monarchs, the whales, dragonflies, birds,” said Efrain Leal Escalera.

By Ali Budner

No School Play Due To COVID-19? Then You Go Old School With A Radio Drama
Could the students of Colorado Springs School perform outside? No, too cold. Could they film it? No, too much equipment, and besides, filming on location became impossible when the school went virtual.

By Ali Budner
