Colorado Wonders: What would it take to ‘Ride Like the Wind’ to more electrical energy
When it comes to harnessing the wind and converting it to electricity, Colorado does it better than most. Jared Lee, a project scientist at NCAR, says Colorado ranks seventh in the U.S. in creating wind power. But a listener asked through Colorado Wonders, “Can more be produced?”
4th Congressional District: Democrat Ike McCorkle
Get to know the candidates running for Colorado’s 4th Congressional District in the June 25 primary.
‘After Action,’ Colorado Springs veteran still fighting battles
During her time in the military, Elba Barr grew accustomed to fighting — still, some battles have nonetheless been rather unexpected.
‘You don’t avoid grief; you have to move through it.’ Judi’s House helps families navigate unspeakable loss
Grief wasn’t a topic that came up very often in their NFL locker rooms, but Brian Griese and Terrell Davis both have experience with loss. Recently the former Denver Broncos teammates got together to discuss their journeys as part of a fundraiser for Judi’s House. Founded in 2002 by Griese and his wife Brooke, a clinical psychologist, the Aurora-based facility helps provide support for children grieving a death loss.
Rookie Bo Nix takes first steps in attempt to solve Broncos’ quarterback woes
The Denver Broncos have gone through more than dozen quarterbacks –with very little success to show for it — since Peyton Manning retired eight years ago. But one of the Hall of Famer’s teammates, offensive tackle Ryan Harris, thinks the team has finally found an answer in 2024 first-round draft pick Bo Nix. Harris talked about Nix’ debut last weekend at the Broncos’ rookie camp.
‘We can bring our true selves into ministry’: Colorado Bishop reflects on historic vote by United Methodist Church
After over 40 years of banning gay and lesbian clergy members, the United Methodist Church voted to end the practice.
STEM students ponder a future as infinite as the cosmos
Salma Khalif and Nzube Kolawole visited an exhibition at Stanley Marketplace in Aurora.
For Coach David Carle, DU’s perfect 10 equals the best in college hockey
A 2-0 victory last weekend over Boston College gave DU its 10th NCAA title, the most in the sport.
‘Speed never scared me; Going big never scared me’ 14-year-old mogul skier has her sights set on achieving Olympic firsts
Already a three-time U.S. Freestyle Junior national champion, Ava Keenan sets her sights higher.
April 5, 2024: Non-combat brain injuries in the military; New album from Jeremiah Fraites of the Lumineers
Brain injuries in the military are possible outside of combat. Training with grenades, for instance, carries risks.
For coach at Grandview High School, the Sweet 16 is a little sweeter as he cheers on two of his former players
March Madness continues on Saturday, and fans of women’s college basketball in Colorado are in for a special treat: the CU Buffs meet the University of Iowa in Albany, New […]
Celebrating 50 years of Colorado’s sportswomen
Linda Lappe spoke on the evolution of Sportswomen of Colorado and how its 50th-anniversary celebration is coming amidst increasing interest in women’s sports.
Interview: Colorado plaintiff in Trump case ‘disappointed but not surprised’ by Supreme Court decision
Krista Kafer, a Republican who works as a newspaper columnist and educator, said there was one “small victory” in the decision.
Aviation pioneer charts her own course, from the basketball court to the cockpit
M’Lis Ward is the first Black woman to become a captain at a U.S. passenger airline, United. And three decades later, she paves the way for future aviators as a flight instructor.
Feb. 22, 2024: Graduations and cultural diversity; Sustainable consumerism
Should students be allowed to celebrate their cultural diversity at graduation? What state lawmakers are considering and what students at one school have agreed to do…at least for now. Then, as consumers we may think we’re making choices that are good for the environment. But is that actually the case? And, farming… ice.
Interview: ‘The Constitution is clear’ Colorado plaintiff in Trump eligibility case hopes U.S. Supreme Court agrees
Kafer talks about the potential ramifications of her actions, as well as the process that led to her deciding to buck her party and join the lawsuit against Trump.
