A prison art exhibit at the state capitol captures the transformative power of creativity behind bars
Works by current and formerly incarcerated people will hang in the halls of power through this spring.
Jane Austen’s rom-com ‘Emma’ is playing at DCPA: Here’s what you need to know about the music Jane Austen loved
Jane Austen’s witty novels of everyday life for the privileged in 18th century England have captivated readers for over two centuries. But what you might not know is Austen’s inextricable link to music.
Jamal Murray sinks shot at buzzer to cap 20-point comeback and lead Nuggets past Lakers 101-99
Murray’s fadeaway, falling-down game-winner gave Denver its 10th consecutive win over the Lakers. The Nuggets lead the series 2-0.
Colorado’s constitution still forbids same-sex marriage – voters may be asked to change that
Language defining marriage as between “one man and one woman” remains in the state constitution. Some state lawmakers believe it’s time for it to go.
In a push for more housing density near transit lines, highway dollars have become a political football
Sticks, carrots, and “two-by-eights upside the head:” Why a density bill is dividing Democrats
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Colorado lawmakers pass bill allowing for regalia of cultural and religious significance at graduation
The bill headed to the governor's desk will ensure Colorado students have the right to wear objects of “cultural or religious significance” during graduation.
Hearing for Colorado school funding formula bill brings out long-standing inequities and new worries
The equation Colorado uses to pay for K-12 is due for a change. The new plan takes rural schools and special needs students into account but some districts see obstacles.
Kroger and Albertsons plan to sell off stores to get approval for their merger, including Colorado locations
A total of 91 stores in the state could be part of the deal. FTC and state AG have sued to stop the plan.
‘Vexatious’ no more, Colorado public records bill loses controversial section
The bill is controversial among advocates for the public availability of government records.
‘Fake electors’ banned under new Colorado law
Backers want to make it clear that it’s illegal to put forward presidential electors on behalf of a candidate who loses the state.
Signature bicycling event in Colorado Springs canceled
The Starlight Spectacular started as a ride in the middle of the night from Memorial Park to downtown and back again. Eventually, the course ran through Garden of the Gods.
We asked Coloradans to look at our planet from space for Earth Day. Here are their reflections on our “Pale Blue Dot”
For Earth Day 2024, CPR journalists asked a group of people across Colorado to look at that same image of Earth, help us read Sagan’s passage — and tell us how the image makes them feel today.
CDOT advances bridge repair strategy as local detour opens for critical traffic around Blue Mesa
Travel is opening up on a dirt county road that goes around the damaged U.S.
New documentary explores agricultural life and challenges through the lens of a Pueblo farming community
"Mirasol: Looking at the Sun" explores how challenges brought by growth and climate change are affecting Italian and Hispanic family farms.
Boulder County workers file for union recognition
The workers are taking advantage of Senate Bill 22-230, which allows county employees to form unions.
Is it time to ban trailer trucks during ski traffic rush hours on I-70?
Commercial vehicles on Interstate 70 are drawing the focus of lawmakers and frustrated drivers.
Colorado’s insulin, EpiPen price caps could get tougher enforcement under bill progressing at state legislature
The bill must still clear the state Senate in order to reach Governor Jared Polis' desk. Two weeks remain in the current legislative session.