Born Of A Troubled Air Force, Can Space Force Set A New Standard For Diversity And Inclusion?
The head of the new Space Force says it must “build diversity and inclusion into our ‘cultural DNA.’” But critics point to troubles at the branch it grew out of — the Air Force — to argue that is easier said than done.
By Dan Boyce
What Colorado’s First Day Of School Looked Like In A Pandemic
Highs and lows on a first day of school remade by the pandemic.
Anniversary Of De’Von Bailey Shooting Marked With Tense Protest In Officer’s Colorado Springs Neighborhood
Some demonstrators, and at least one resident, displayed firearms during the hour-long protest Monday afternoon, held in the neighborhood where one of the officers involved in the shooting is believed to live.
By Dan Boyce
A Second Job Is Now ‘Critical’ For The Owner Of A Colorado Springs Clothing Boutique That Opened During The Pandemic
Rebecca Moon’s store Moonbeam Clothiers opened its doors after months of delay in May. But the coronavirus pandemic and recession have continued, and she bartends twice a week to make ends meet.
By Dan Boyce
US Olympic Museum In Colorado Springs Opens With ‘Anti-COVID’ Tech
The Colorado Springs museum is designed for all guests to be able to appreciate the accomplishments of all Olympic and Paralympic athletes, even during a pandemic.
By Dan Boyce
After Decades Of Neglect, Fountain Creek Holds New Promise For Colorado Springs
Cities like Denver and Pueblo have found ways to turn their formerly industrial waterways into urban assets. Now Colorado Springs hopes to do the same, with fly fishing enthusiasts leading the way.
By Dan Boyce
The Colorado National Guard Now Has Its First Woman And Openly LGBTQ Leader
Army Brig. Gen. Laura Clellan is scheduled to take command around the beginning of August.
By Dan Boyce
Despite The Pandemic, The Air Force Academy Welcomes The Next Class Of Cadets
The Academy’s regular “Initiation Day” looked different in 2020 amid the coronavirus, but the next class of cadets still got a traditional welcome from upperclassmen.
By Dan Boyce
In Times Of Protest And Pandemic, Pastor Terry Thomas Calls His Flock Back To Church
“Somehow America didn’t get the message that Black Lives Matter too,” Pastor Thomas said.
By Dan Boyce
With So Many Small Businesses Struggling To Stay Open Right Now, Imagine Starting One
The pandemic has decimated the state’s economy and driven unemployment to historic heights — 11.3 percent in April.
By Dan Boyce
Colorado Springs Police Take A Knee Alongside Protesters, As 3rd Day Of Demonstrations Is Marked By Peaceful Interaction
While crowds were considerably smaller than those that demonstrated over the weekend, Monday’s protests saw a couple hundred people move through downtown chanting and engaging peacefully with police.
By Dan Boyce
Slices Of Uncertainty, Caution And Normalcy Served Up As Coloradans Go Back Out To Eat
So how’s dine-in service going across the state? Colorado Public Radio reporters checked in with places and here’s what they found.
Manitou Springs Wants To Limit How Many People Climb The Incline, And Not Just Because Of Coronavirus
The Manitou Springs mayor said use of the incline has been out of control for a while now, long before social distancing was a concern.
By Dan Boyce
Coronavirus Is Changing This Year’s Memorial Day Tributes At Fort Logan And Other National Cemeteries
The coronavirus pandemic has led groups around the country to cancel or scale back commemorations of America’s war dead.
By Dan Boyce