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Heat stress, heat stroke, and rethinking neighborhoods to stay cool
Dr. Jay Lemery helps us understand the impact of extreme heat.
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Sophia Smith is back in U.S. colors to begin the journey to the Olympics
Smith is one of three Colorado natives vying for a spot on the Olympic team.
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April 10, 2024: Griswold impeachment attempt fails; Author inspires incarcerated readers and writers
An attempt to impeach Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold failed at the state Capitol. We get perspective from public affairs reporter Bente Birkeland.
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A bowling alley, a steam power plant, and even a museum are Colorado’s newest ‘Most Endangered Places’
The list is updated every ear to highlight buildings and locations throughout the state that are at risk of loss due.
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By Carl Bilek
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Colorado’s new youth advisor to the EPA says climate change isn’t just a future issue – it’s having an impact on the present
Gabriel Nagel hopes to encourage more young people to get involved in the fight against climate change
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An arctic blast in an age of climate change
Colorado just endured an arctic blast that set new record-low temperatures in parts of the state. Will we see another one this winter? And how does climate change factor into the extreme weather? These are some of the questions Ryan Warner asks Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson in their monthly conversation about the interplay between weather and climate.
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By Carl Bilek
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Granddaughter of Pearl Harbor survivor says new USS Arizona submarine honors the past and embraces the present
The Navy’s new submarine will be the first to carry the name Arizona since the attack at Pearl Harbor.
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By Carl Bilek
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New state historian wants to diversify understanding of Colorado’s past, present, and future
Claire Oberon Garcia wants to help preserve parts of the state that have significance to underrepresented people in Colorado.
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Colorado among 33 states to file lawsuit against Meta, claiming it’s addictive to children
Colorado is one of 33 states suing Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook. The suit claims the platforms can be addictive and harm children’s mental health. Chandra Thomas Whitfield discussed the case with Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser.
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By Carl Bilek
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New season of ‘Music Blocks’ finds connection, culture, and community through musical instruments
How music is created. What makes it special. And how it connects us. They’re all themes of CPR’s podcast Music Blocks, offering digestible episodes that work as well in cars as they do in classrooms. The third season is now out with a focus on how the instruments themselves can create connection and community across cultures.
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By Carl Bilek
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Why Weld County has more tornadoes than anywhere else in the U.S.
There were two category EF-3 or stronger tornadoes this year in Colorado — the first time that happened in 30 years.
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The Denver Nuggets are the NBA champions!
The celebrations have just begun after the Denver Nuggets won the NBA Finals Monday night. On Thursday there will be a parade and rally in Denver. Head coach Michael Malone is already looking ahead to the next season and is quick to thank fans for their support as the team built toward this victory 47 years in the making.
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By Carl Bilek
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As Nuggets go for their first-ever NBA championship title, the journey’s been one of inspiration
Ya gotta believe. Tonight, the Denver Nuggets enter game three of the NBA championships tied one-to-one. Fans had been hoping for a sweep of the Miami Heat. And if you don’t necessarily believe, we’ll chat with a man who does– CPR’s own super-fan, Vic Vela.
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By Carl Bilek
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Colorado’s wetlands are endangered by climate change and invasive species. New federal money will help protect them
The Bureau of Land Management is giving $5 million for North Park near Walden and just more than $6 million for the San Luis Valley.
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Colorado weather: Memorial Day weekend brings warmer temps and a smaller chance of afternoon storms
The chance of afternoon and evening storms drops to less than 20 percent from Saturday through Memorial Day.
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