Matt Bloom

Matt Bloom is a general assignment reporter and fill-in host for Colorado Public Radio. He joined CPR in 2021 after spending four years at NPR member station KUNC, covering breaking news, COVID-19 and the economy in Northern Colorado.

A driver creeps up a hill in Montclair. Jan. 18, 2023.

Denver’s largest January snowstorm since 1992 could’ve been a lot worse

Almost 8 inches were measured at Denver International Airport.

Ice covers part of a sidewalk downtown. Jan. 10, 2023.

The ice on Denver’s sidewalks hasn’t melted yet — and a little more snow is on the way

Here’s what you need to know about keeping the sidewalks clear.

The Cherry Creek High School marching band processes downtown in Denver's annual Parade of Lights, Dec. 1, 2018.

Parade of Lights will close a big chunk of downtown Denver this Saturday

Oh traffic jams, oh traffic jams, how crowded are your parking lots.

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North security at Denver International Airport. Oct. 28, 2022.

Long security lines at DIA are the new norm. Here’s how to plan around them

Getting TSA PreCheck, arriving early and knowing the best security checkpoint to go to are all things travelers and airport officials recommend.

Tom Messina attends the opening of his new Tom's Starlight restaurant on East Colfax Avenue. Oct. 13, 2022.

Once destined for demolition, Tom’s Diner on Colfax rebrands as a new bar and lounge

We spent an evening at Tom's Starlight where Denverites recounted old memories and hopes for the future.

Kathy King Boyd is planning to work for Denver Elections this year, and came to find a gig at a pollworker job fair at their office on Bannock Street. Sept. 7, 2022.

Denver Elections wants you to work the vote – and also kind of needs you

Make money as an election judge, help beat conspiracy theories back.

Hank Murphy and Deedee cast a ballot for the November 2020 election outside of the Carla Madison Rec Center on Colfax Avenue. Oct. 16, 2020.

Denver is buying a new ballot sorting machine ahead of the general election — for $400,000

The purchase is part of the clerk’s ongoing effort to upgrade security and technology in the election system.

A large “Now Hiring” sign fills one of the front windows of Tom’s Diner on Colfax Ave on Aug 3, 2022. The restaurant will reopen as Tom’s Starlight, a new cocktail lounge, in early September.

Tom’s Diner on Colfax will reopen next month as a cocktail bar and lounge

The new layout will be an indoor-outdoor concept that owner Tom Messina describes as “Palm Springs 70s.”

Meow Wolf's new building has a new sign. July 29, 2021.

Meow Wolf has voluntarily recognized a workers’ union in Denver — now the sides will negotiate a contract

“Meow Wolf fully did the right thing,” said Nina Moldawsky, a creative operator and union organizer who helped lead the push. “That’s a huge, amazing win.”

The Festival del Mole and Frida Kahlo celebration on Morrison Road. July 9, 2022.

Denver high temps will hover near 100 degrees through Saturday

No heat advisories yet, but Denver recommends libraries as cooling shelters for anyone who needs a break

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