Why Fentanyl Overdose Deaths Are Rising In Colorado
Fatal overdoses from fentanyl, a synthetic opioid far stronger than heroin, jumped an estimated 37 percent from 2019 to 2020 in Colorado — a higher increase than the national average. Lisa Raville runs the Harm Reduction Action Center in Denver; CJ Oliveira is the housing administrator for the Sober Living House in South Boulder. They spoke with us about the rise in numbers and possible solutions.
COVID in Colorado: Million-Dollar Giveaways, Kids Getting Vaccinated, Mask Rules And More
Five lucky Coloradans will each win $1 million. People are still getting sick. Here’s where things stand with COVID in Colorado this week.
Here Are The Facts About Getting COVID After You’ve Been Vaccinated
The CDC does make clear on breakthrough cases that there is the risk that a fully vaccinated person could get ill. But it goes on to emphasize that scenario is unlikely — even with the spread of the Delta variant.
Air, Ventilation, & Viruses: Working To Prevent The Next Pandemic
Jose-Luis Jimenez is a chemistry professor from the University of Colorado Boulder who studies airborne viruses. And, here’s one thing he says about COVID-19 that might surprise you: He argues disinfecting surfaces to prevent the spread of the virus is “Hygiene Theater.” He says that to avoid another pandemic, air needs to be regulated, just like food and water.
May 17, 2021: ‘The Holly’ Explores Gang Warfare, Anti-Gang Efforts And Police Informants
A new book called “The Holly” takes a deep dive into the history of turf wars between gangs in northeast Denver, efforts to stop the violence and police use of informants. We talk with author Julian Rubinstein. Then, Purplish explores the racial tension within the legislative session.
New Book Examines History Of Gang Turf Wars In Northeast Denver
The new book, “The Holly,” explores the history of turf wars in northeast Denver. It also looks into efforts to quell the violence and police use of informants. It’s grounded in an area know as the Holly, which was a central hangout for a gang known as the Bloods. The author is Julian Rubinstein.
Children 12 And Older Can Now Get The COVID-19 Vaccine
Across the state, health departments are beginning to open up COVID-19 vaccine clinics to children 12 and older. That comes on the heels of the CDC’s announcement Wednesday that it endorses the use of the Pfizer vaccine for that age group.
When Responding To A Person With Dementia, Experts Say Police Need To Acknowledge Their Fears, Not Dismiss Them
The forceful arrest of Karen Garner by Loveland Police has shed light on concerns about how police treat those with dementia.
The Intersection Of Policing & Dementia
Today, we consider the fallout, and the lessons, from a police encounter in Colorado last year. The police body camera video of Karen Garner’s arrest in Loveland has gone viral. The 73-year-old with dementia was injured after being forced to the ground by a police officer and her family is now suing.
New Film Explores COVID-19 Inside ICE Facility In Aurora
COVID-19 outbreaks have plagued the US immigration facility in Aurora. A recent report found almost 100 of those detained now are infected with the virus, about one-fifth of the population there. A new film, “The Facility,” features firsthand accounts from people who experienced the pandemic inside.
Memories Of Life At Amache Amid Effort To Make Former Internment Camp A National Historic Site
Carlene Tanigoshi was a little girl when her family was incarcerated at Amache, an internment camp in southeast Colorado. She remembers her dad putting a scarf over her face to protect her from the biting dust. Archaeologist Bonnie Clark heads the University of Denver’s Amache Research Project. There’s now a Congressional effort to designate the former internment camp a national historic site.
Investigating The Use Of Prone Restraint And Why It’s Not Prohibited
George Floyd died after being held in a prone position — face down and handcuffed, with pressure to his neck. Nationally, an investigation by KUSA 9News in Denver found evidence of at least 107 similar deaths. Their story, called Prone, came out in November, but we want to shed new light on it given last month’s verdict and the continuing conversation around police brutality. Chris Vanderveen led the investigation at 9News, which continues.
Looking At Effects of Physical Restraint On Children In School
Chalkbeat Senior Reporter Melanie Asmar explains how children who are restrained tend to be young and have disabilities. Read her reporting here.
How Close Is Colorado To Herd Immunity?
Herd immunity: the idea that when enough people get vaccinated, or have survived COVID-19, that we keep the virus at bay. So how’s Colorado going to get there? And can Colorado get there? State epidemiologist Dr. Rachel Herlihy is here to answer questions, along with CPR Health Reporter John Daley who updates the Centers for Disease Control’s guidelines for wearing masks.
Colorado College Student’s Hunt For Donor Dad Comes Alive In Award-Winning Podcast
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Colorado College Student Wins NPR Podcast Challenge As She Explores Her Parentage
Anya Steinberg isn’t close to either of her fathers. It’s a story the Colorado College student tells in the new podcast “Just 23 Chromosomes.” It just won NPR’s college podcast challenge.
