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Category: News/Politics

Governor Polis Orders Spending Cuts Following Special Legislative Session

Posted on August 29, 2025August 29, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

The spending reductions primarily hit health care, higher education and state grant programs…

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Attorney General Issues Alert After Wage Theft Retaliation Reports

Posted on August 29, 2025August 29, 2025 by Post Contributor

While the attorney general’s office does not represent individuals, the attorney general can investigate suspected worker rights violations…

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States Fast-track Renewable Energy Permits to Beat Federal Deadline

States Fast-track Renewable Energy Permits to Beat Federal Deadline

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 by Post Contributor

Renewable energy developers and state leaders nationwide are racing to start construction on wind and solar projects before the expiration of federal tax credits…

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Colorado Lawmakers Wrap Up Special Session

Colorado Lawmakers Wrap Up Special Session

Posted on August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

In total, the bills passed will generate about $350 million this fiscal year. The state will dip into its reserves to make up the remainder of the deficit…

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Colorado Legislature Approves Sale of Tax Credits in Special Session

Posted on August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

“It could possibly help fill the gap this year, but it causes problems in the out year,” said Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer, a Brighton Republican…

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Colorado Special Session Sends First Set of Bills to Governor

Colorado Special Session Sends First Set of Bills to Governor

Posted on August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

Four of five revenue-raising bills clear Legislature as lawmakers continue work…

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Colorado Legislature Passes Bill to Fund Reimbursements for Planned Parenthood

Colorado Legislature Passes Bill to Fund Reimbursements for Planned Parenthood

Posted on August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

“Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is an essential, irreplaceable piece of Colorado’s primary and reproductive health care system…”

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Forest Service Announces Permanent Fire Positions for 2026

Posted on August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 by Post Contributor

Hiring window open on USAJOBS between August 22, 2025 – September 24, 2025…

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Colorado Lawmakers Change Funding for Health Insurance Bill in Special Session

Posted on August 25, 2025August 25, 2025 by Post Contributor

This story by Sara Wilson appeared on Colorado Newsline on August 24, 2025. Lawmakers now want to sell additional tax credits instead of borrowing from READ MORE

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EDITORIAL: County Government on a Roller Coaster Ride, Part Two

EDITORIAL: County Government on a Roller Coaster Ride, Part Two

Posted on August 22, 2025August 25, 2025 by Bill Hudson

The builders who spoke at the special meeting didn’t express any particular affection for the way the County has been running its Development Services Department…

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Colorado Legislature Gives Initial Approval to Several Bills As Special Session Begins

Colorado Legislature Gives Initial Approval to Several Bills As Special Session Begins

Posted on August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

Colorado is legally required to have a balanced state budget, so lawmakers must figure out a way to get back to a balanced bottom line…

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Humane Society to Hold Annual Auction

Posted on August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 by Post Contributor

Guests will enjoy a fun and unforgettable evening featuring an adorable pet fashion show, a delicious variety of hearty small plates, one complimentary drink…

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Colorado General Assembly Opens Its Special Session

Colorado General Assembly Opens Its Special Session

Posted on August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

The session — the third special session called in as many years — will likely last until early next week as legislators find solutions to plug a budget hole…

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The National Suicide Hotline For LGBTQ+ Youth Went Dead

Posted on August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by Post Contributor

“Since the election, we’ve seen a clear increase in young people feeling devalued, erased, uncertain about their future, and seeing resources taken away…”

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‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ Will Benefit Colorado’s Largest Corporations

Posted on August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

As Colorado loses more than $1 billion in revenue, the state’s largest corporations stand to gain the most…

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Democratic Lawmakers Prep Coloradans Ahead of Special Legislative Session

Democratic Lawmakers Prep Coloradans Ahead of Special Legislative Session

Posted on August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

“I’m usually very bipartisan, but it’s very irritating being called profligate when we had a balanced budget…”

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Colorado Joins National Effort to Restrict Soda Pop, Candy for SNAP Recipients

Colorado Joins National Effort to Restrict Soda Pop, Candy for SNAP Recipients

Posted on August 18, 2025August 18, 2025 by Post Contributor

Colorado the first state led by a Democrat to receive controversial waiver…

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READY, FIRE, AIM: Funny Charts From Non-Intelligent Sources

READY, FIRE, AIM: Funny Charts From Non-Intelligent Sources

Posted on August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 by Louis Cannon

“Expert intelligence for everyone. We can’t wait for you to experience it… The ChatGPT Team…”

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Proposed Constitutional Amendment Would Allow ‘Emergency’ Redistricting in Colorado

Posted on August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 by Colorado Newsline

Two Coloradans want the governor to have emergency authority to alter Colorado’s districts to restore partisan balance in Congress…

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