News Feature: El Paso County Health
A new report says the health department in Colorado’s most populous county is “at the breaking point.” KCFR Health Reporter Eric Whitney goes to Colorado Springs, where health officials say […]
Photo Exhibit Shows Effect of Climate Change on Glaciers
James Balog’s taking some of the first time-lapse pictures of melting glaciers . The Boulder-based photographer says it’s the best way to see climate change in action.
News Feature: El Paso County Health
A new report says the health department in Colorado’s most populous county is “at the breaking point.” KCFR Health Reporter Eric Whitney goes to Colorado Springs, where health officials say […]
Denver Issues Permits for Convention Protests, Exhibitors
Groups ranging from war protesters to solar energy supporters are planning events during the Democratic National Convention. Denver has issued permits for the demonstration sites.
Protester Rights Training at DU
This week, potential protesters are “role playing” to learn about their rights during potential police encounters, ahead of the Democratic National Convention.
Literary Evil Companions Honored in Denver
Poet Jorie Graham will be the 15th recipient of the Evil Companions Award on April 10th. Ryan Warner speaks with Evil Companions co-founder David Milofsky.
News Feature: El Paso County Health
A new report says the health department in Colorado’s most populous county is “at the breaking point.” KCFR Health Reporter Eric Whitney goes to Colorado Springs, where health officials say […]
Alamosa’s Water Troubles Hit Businesses
The Salmonella outbreak in Alamosa’s water system has sickened hundreds. It’s also putting a big dent in the economy of the biggest town in the San Luis Valley.
Legislators Challenge CSAP Testing
Some legislators want to change the Colorado Student Assessment Program, or CSAP.Ryan Warner speaks with Representative Rob Witwer (R-Golden) and Representative Judy Solano (D-Adams County) about their plans.
Lindsey Vonn, The World’s Fastest Female Downhill Skier
Former Vail resident Lindsey Vonn made history last month as only the second American woman to take the World Cup title for best – and fastest – female downhill ski […]
News Feature: Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Moves
Overnight Salida went from having the state’s oldest hospital to having its newest.
School District Enrolls Transgendered Student
It recently became public that in the Douglas County School District an eight-year-old boy was returning to school as a girl.The case has received national attention.Ryan Warner speaks with school […]
House Lawmakers Back Regional Primaries
The Colorado House of Representatives approved a non-binding resolution calling for regional presidential primaries. Dan Meyers speaks with State Rep. David Balmer, (R-Centennial), who sponsored the measure, and State Rep.
Grand Junction Tradition Has Gardeners Watching a Local “Swan”
Gardeners in the Grand Valley say they know when it’s warm enough to plant – by watching a swan-shaped snowfield on the Grand Mesa.
Chefs, Restaurants Promote Foods Grown Locally
More restaurants in the state are using local ingredients in their dishes. It’s a trend the Colorado Restaurant Association has been noticing.
Guest Worker Visa Debate
A bill would have Colorado screen farm workers from Mexico and help them apply for guest worker visas. Representative Marsha Looper (R-Calhan) came up with the proposal.