A federal judge has temporarily stopped Denver Water from construction on the Gross Reservoir
The ruling also orders the Army Corps of Engineers to rethink the project and permanently bars Denver Water from enlarging the reservoir by clearing trees or diverting water.
April 4, 2025: Teens share their love for reading; ‘Pinch Hitting’ tells the story of an unexpected hero
Today, we’ll bust some myths about young people and reading. As much as kids are on their phones, many crave paper. Plus, book bans, the hottest genres among young adults, and the role of school libraries in 2025. Then, proxy voting on Capitol Hill. Plus, dedicated volunteers are keeping Colorado Springs clean. Later, survivors of sexual assault are empowered with Rise art. And ‘Pinch Hitting’ tells the story of an unlikely hero in baseball.
Tales of Harold Fungo — The novel ‘Pinch Hitting’ weaves a fantastical baseball story based in Colorado
In the novel “Pinch Hitting,” Harold Fungo goes from the maintenance staff where a local minor league team plays, to becoming a star player, moving all the way up to the major leagues. As it turns out, the unlikely climb is all a figment of the imagination of Joe — who has no idea of how he’s writing the fantastical tale. Morris Hoffman, a retired district court judge, is the author of the book.
Snow for much of Colorado will continue to fall overnight Friday, but it’s unlikely to accumulate much in Denver
It is, however, going to be a cold opening day for the Rockies at Coors Field.
April 4, 2025: Bill to require video in Ubers, pine beetles threaten forests, oldest ski lift retires
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Colorado’s political parties navigate a changed political landscape
Democratic soul searching. A Republican fork in the road. As the nation undergoes enormous political shifts, Colorado’s political parties are struggling to find their footing.
Is reading dead for teens? Not a chance. Just ask the Poudre Page Turners
Nine youth book groups across Colorado have nominated books to be the Colorado Bruce Spruce Award winner. The book — the best one the groups read this year — will be announced at the Colorado Teen Literature Conference on April 5.
Richards Rubbish Roundup is keeping Colorado Springs clean
Meet the group that’s picked up more than 45,000 pounds of trash in one year.
Colorado lawmakers approve new rules for schools facing calls to remove books
The proposal calls on districts to adopt formal policies on hearing challenges and sets limits on who can file them.
In Colorado, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright says climate change alarmism has hurt energy development
The energy secretary, a longtime oil and gas executive, said climate change was a real physical phenomenon but not a crisis. His comments come as the Trump administration considers further cuts to the agency.
Gov. Jared Polis pushing last-minute bill to accelerate Colorado’s shift to renewable energy
Business groups, utilities and local governments are asking legislative leaders not to consider the plan so late in the legislative session.
University of Colorado Board of Regent chair under independent review, accused of receiving full-time pay only working part-time
Callie Rennison is now part of the same independent review requested to look into a possible conflict of interest from fellow CU Regent Wanda James.
April 3, 2025: An Aging Matters special – is a pet right for you? Plus, refocusing life after retirement
A pet dog or cat are often considered part of the family. But for older adults, they can become much more than that. In an Aging Matters on Colorado Matters special, paring up with a pet, and how to make the decision that’s right for you. Then, a group of Latino seniors finds a solution to unexpected isolation. And people talk about retiring, having enough money is often the first thing that comes up, but there’s a lot more to consider. A program through the University of Colorado Denver called “Change Makers” helps navigate the next chapter in life.
