Colorado Matters

We update the too-close-to-call race for Colorado's third Congressional District. Then, the winner of Colorado's 8th, Dr. Yadira Caraveo, talks about priorities. Plus, remembering the late leader of the Colorado House, Hugh McKean. We reflect on the skiing soldiers of World War II who trained at Colorado's Camp Hale. Later, the Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival.

As Dr. Yadira Caraveo wins Colorado's newest 8th Congressional District, activists see a lot of opportunity for Latino representation beyond the current election cycle. Then, how the electric vehicle is forcing gas stations to evolve, or go obsolete. And the Denver Film Festival features "The Holly," exploring controversial anti-gang initiatives in Denver.

On this Election Day, we talk about civil discourse. It means having a conversation with people of different viewpoints to broaden understanding. The University of Denver and the Korbel School of International Studies recently gathered experts from four think tanks to talk about the challenges, opportunities, and importance of engaging in civil discourse.

Democrats swept the top of the ballot from governor to the US Senate to attorney general but some Congressional races are still too close to call. We break it down with political analysts. Then, in an era where some have questioned election results, we speak with the man who represents Colorado’s clerks. And, an update on where the statewide ballot measures stand.

We explore the idea of the "exhausted majority," and why it describes how many Americans feel about politics today. And, we ask whether there’s a path toward reducing the frustration and making progress. Then, a new book follows a woman as she helps her terminally-ill husband take advantage of Colorado’s End-of-Life Options Act. Also, vanishing landmarks.

Nearly a million Coloradans have returned their ballots so far. Matt Crane, the head of the Colorado County Clerks Association, explains the vote counting process amid election disinformation and what to know if you're voting in person. Then, more people are coming to Colorado because of abortion restrictions in other states. Plus, recreational marijuana is on the ballot in Colorado Springs. And a CU professor's new movie, "Quantum Cowboys."

Election watchers say a last-minute Republican wave could help GOP candidates in several close races across the country, but with the midterm elections just days away, that may not be the case in Colorado. Then, voices of voters who don't fit into partisan boxes and why long-shot candidates run for office.

Children's doctors in Colorado are dealing with a 'tripledemic' of RSV, the flu, and COVID-19. Then, how do you judge which judges to retain this election? Plus, the 45th Denver Film Festival is all about discovery and hidden gems. And one of the featured films, "The Whale," which is generating a lot of buzz, got its start as a play in Denver.

Election Day is in one week and the voting process is under a magnifying glass of scrutiny. County clerks say they welcome the chance to show skeptics how the system works. That's the focus of Purplish, CPR's podcast about politics and policy. Then, we head to Vail, home of North America's highest botanic gardens, to get ideas for preparing your garden for winter.

Former University of Denver chancellor Rebecca Chopp talks about her Alzheimer’s diagnosis and what she’s doing to keep her mind and body healthy. Then, what researchers in Colorado are learning about Alzheimer’s and dementia. And, a spooky ghost town that was once a thriving mining town. Also, a new season for a resilient ballet company.