June 21, 2024: The heat is on this summer; Congressional races in districts 5 and 8
The heat dome that’s gripped the Northeast is headed our way, with temperatures hovering close to 100 degrees. We’ll get the summer outlook from Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson. Then, Purplish takes a closer look at the primary races in congressional districts 5 and 8. And later, educators share their stories in a new podcast and on-stage event, “Hot for Teacher.”
June 14, 2024: State GOP at odds with itself; Colorado trailblazer makes Broadway debut
It’s not something any political party wants heading into an election but the Colorado Republican Party is embroiled in a very public leadership struggle, with a growing effort to oust state GOP chair Dave Williams. Then, the two people vying to lead the Denver District Attorney’s office. Plus, Jenna Bainbridge’s trailblazing journey to Broadway. And the FACC Padayon Philippine Festival this weekend!
June 12, 2024: Helping veterans find hope for their ‘next chapter’; Creating community through clothing
Of the suicides reported in El Paso County in 2021, roughly a third were military veterans. It prompted a pilot program called Next Chapter, a name carefully chosen to offer hope. The program has already expanded into Pueblo and Teller counties. Then, how a Colorado Springs-based clothier is creating community. And high school biology teacher Colin Prater is heading to the U.S. Open.
Colorado Springs clothier on a mission to help ‘worst-dressed city in America’
Haberdasher’s ultimate goal is to stitch together a tighter community.
June 10, 2024: The primary race for the 4th congressional district; Real life inspires ‘Playing with Wildfire’
The stakes are especially high in three of Colorado’s congressional districts, where traditionally Republican strongholds will be decided this election year. Today, Purplish looks at CD4. Then, why there’s a slowdown on a key RTD light rail corridor. And, how wildfire and the pandemic inspired Laura Pritchett’s new novel, “Playing with Wildfire.”
June 7, 2024: Helping your garden grow in extreme heat and amidst pests aplenty; Biking the rails near Erie
Gardens are where many of us see the effects of weather and climate up-close. Today, tips on adaptation from Fatuma Emmad of FrontLine Farming in Denver. Then, the state patrol’s newest crime-fighting tool, “The Grappler.” Plus, you can now BIKE the rails near Erie, Colo.
Witnesses describe ‘horrific’ Arvada plane crash that hospitalized four people
Four people, including two juveniles, are in the hospital after a small plane crashed in a residential neighborhood in Arvada.
June 3, 2024: The issues voters tell us are most important this election; Why does Oklahoma have a panhandle?
As primary ballots are mailed this week, Purplish has the first results from our Voter Voices survey, in which Colorado voters prioritize the issues most important to them. Take part in the survey here. Then, Colorado Wonders why Oklahoma has a panhandle. Plus, Colorado history through matchbooks. Plus, an inspiring commencement at Front Range Community College.
Colorado State Patrol can lasso your vehicle to a stop mid-drive with the ‘Grappler.’ Here’s how it works
Colorado State Patrol answered listener questions about how this Spider-Man-like technology works.
May 31, 2024: Political polarization ‘calcifies’ in 2024; Summer outlook is warmer and drier
Political polarization in the U.S. has only been reinforced with the conviction of Donald Trump. We talk with Stephen Hawkins, research director for More In Common, a global non-profit that fights what Hawkins now calls ossification or calcification. Then, Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson on severe weather and the summer outlook. Plus, a Colorado musical’s journey from concept to stage.
Get ready for a warmer and drier summer
Hot and dry are the operative words when it comes to the weather outlook. We get perspective on the summer ahead — and the recent severe weather — with Denver7 Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson. He joins us regularly to talk about the interplay between weather and climate in Colorado.
In six years, the US has gone from political polarization to ‘ossification’
The term “political polarization” no longer captures the state of partisanship in the US, according to Stephen Hawkins. The research director for More In Common is now using the words “ossification” and “calcification.” And yet on some issues, there is plenty of evidence that common ground still exists. As Election 2024 draws closer, Hawkins reflects on polarization research and solutions.
No, you can’t stop your car in the middle of the road during a hailstorm
Here’s how to keep yourself and your vehicle safe when hail is falling.
May 29, 2024: Lightning Safety 101; Meet a ‘spellebrity’
Lightning killed a rancher in northern Colorado, and 34 head of cattle. With summer storm season fast-approaching, we discuss lightning safety, outside and at home. Then, Colorado will regulate funeral homes after a series of disturbing cases. Later, a very special rose reveals its true colors. Plus, he won the National Spelling Bee for Colorado as an 8th grader, now he’s the Bee’s pronouncer, a veritable “spellebrity.”
May 27, 2024: On Memorial Day, stories of heroism, bravery, and reflection
On Memorial Day, stories of Coloradans who served in extraordinary conditions. Then, a piece of the U.S.S. Arizona, in Aurora, preserves the memories of Coloradans killed at Pearl Harbor. And, how fallen U.S. service members came to be buried in American cemeteries abroad.
May 22, 2024: Needle exchanges under scrutiny; What will it take to bring back wolverines?
Free syringe exchange programs are now outlawed in Pueblo. The city council passed the ban last week. We’ll talk about what’s changed and why the debate is ongoing. Then, a new state law allows wolverines to be reintroduced to Colorado, but it won’t be an easy task. And Judy Collins is back in Colorado for a sold-out concert. We revisit our conversation with the folk singer who grew up in Denver.
