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On today’s show, we hear from two Colorado scientists who recently discovered one of the oldest female infant burial sites in a cave in Europe. We’ll hear their analysis, and what they think life may have been like for the child and her family.

“Don’t Look Up,” a scathing disaster-comedy about Earth’s looming destruction and society’s inability to confront the threat, received multiple Academy nods, including for best picture and best original screenplay. Denver-based journalist David Sirota, co-creator of the movie, along with writer-director Adam McKay, joins Colorado Edition to discuss the polarized reactions to the film and the importance of staying focused on the crises in front of us.

A group of Colorado journalists and community members of color called The Voices Initiative has been working to understand and correct racism in traditional local media. Today on Colorado Edition, we discuss the racist past coverage of newspapers, and about the findings of initiative so far.

Today on Colorado Edition, we get an update on the NCAR fire that erupted Saturday near Boulder. And we hear the first of a two-part series from KUNC investigative reporter Michael de Yoanna looking into police payouts or settlements in Northern Colorado.

Today on Colorado Edition: We hear the second of a two-part series on police payouts in Northern Colorado, and we talk with KUNC investigative reporter Michael de Yoanna about settlements that called for reforms to policing, and whether they’ve been effective.

COVID-19 hospitalization numbers in Northern Colorado are now as high as they were last December, and continuing to increase. Hospitals are also seeing an increase in non-COVID-related emergency visits from individuals with underlying and mental health conditions. This is leading health officials to sound alarms about overcrowded ICUs.

Colorado’s 8th Judicial District recently expanded diversion opportunities for adults in order to emphasize personal growth and repair harm within the community.

Today on Colorado Edition, we hear from two doctors about the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in hospitals. We also learn about new programs in Larimer and Jackson counties meant to divert adults from the criminal justice system.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has recently boosted their benefits to the more than 499,000 participating individuals in the state .

This year's One Book One Boulder selection, All We Can Save, illuminates the voices of women who are passionate about climate action and solutions. Contributor Camille Dungy shares her insight into climate literature as well as her contributions to the book.