Colorado Matters

Hip Hop marks a major milestone this year: its 50th anniversary! During that time, the musical genre has changed the world, influencing language, dance, education, politics, media, and so much more. But what is Colorado's place in all of this? Chandra Thomas Whitfield asked some of the biggest players in our state to join her in-studio. Radio personality Amerykah Jones (Nikki Swarn) and rappers DJ Cavem (Ietef Vita), Old Man Saxon (Saxon Kincy) and Black Pegasus (Robert Houston II).

They've fled dire conditions in Venezuela, and come to Colorado, but they aren't allowed to work; that could change. Plus, we'll meet two Venezuelan-Americans helping them with everything from applications to education to therapy for trauma. Then, understanding climate threats in Colorado. And later, Colorado wonders, "Where is the Western Slope?"

The new state historian has a vision to diversify our thinking about life in Colorado. Dr. Claire Oberon Garcia is also an English professor at Colorado College. Chandra Thomas Whitfield sat down with her in front of an audience at the Southern Colorado Public Media Center.

Anne Trujillo reflects on life's lessons as she steps down as the longest-serving news anchor in Denver. Then, a new idea to help people experiencing homelessness in Grand Junction. Also, what veterinarians know about respiratory illnesses affecting dogs. And a co-owner of Townie Books in Crested Butte previews his new novel, which shatters Western tropes.

Whether you own your home or rent we'll break down what this week's special legislative session means for you taxwise. Then, a Denver rabbi addresses her congregation after marching on Washington, D.C. in support of Israel. And "Off the Walls" on the restoration of "Huitzilopochtli," the Hummingbird Warrior.

Our exploration of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the University of Colorado, the state's flagship university and its third largest employer, continues with CU president Todd Saliman and Wanda James, an alumna and the first Black Regent in 44 years.

The "Coach Prime effect" has catapulted CU Boulder into the national spotlight, but some students say it doesn't necessarily reflect the Black experience on campus. We'll talk about diversity, inclusion, and representation with a third-year grad student, a graduate who now works on the campus, and the vice chancellor of student affairs, D'Andra Mull.

Winter’s just a month away but in much of the state the weather’s still mild. Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson will help us understand the patterns. Then, why there's concern about funding for HIV/AIDS services in Colorado. And it's now up to a judge to decide if Donald Trump can be on Colorado's GOP primary ballot. We get perspective from Purplish.

As state lawmakers get set for a special session on property tax relief, Colorado's Governor Jared Polis, a Democrat, and Utah's Governor Spencer Cox, a Republican, talk about a concept called "Disagree Better," aimed at reducing animosity in civic life. Then, Denver author J.E. Thomas shares her book, "Control Freaks" with Ryan and 5th grader Della Johnson.

There's a push to regulate funeral homes in Colorado. We'll talk about ways to protect your family in a time of grief. Then, central I-70 was capped to control pollution, so is the air safe to breathe? CPR's climate reporter Sam Brasch tested it. And, what happens to closed schools in Colorado? Plus, how life has changed for a survivor of the Club Q attack.