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Colorado DMV Announces Major Digital Upgrade

Colorado DMV Announces Major Digital Upgrade

Posted on February 3, 2026February 3, 2026 by Post Contributor

Once the new system is fully implemented, Colorado residents can expect a streamlined experience…

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Colorado Legislature Introduces Bill to Allow Citizens to Sue ICE Agents

Posted on February 3, 2026February 3, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

Senate Bill 26-5 is one bill in a package lawmakers aim to pass this legislative session related to how immigration enforcement personnel can operate in the state…

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Colorado River Governors Cautiously Optimistic Following ‘Historic’ DC Meeting

Colorado River Governors Cautiously Optimistic Following ‘Historic’ DC Meeting

Posted on February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 by Post Contributor

“It’s actually a pretty historic meeting, and I don’t use those words lightly…”

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Colorado Launches 'Multi-Sector Plan on Aging' Data Dashboard

Colorado Launches ‘Multi-Sector Plan on Aging’ Data Dashboard

Posted on February 2, 2026February 2, 2026 by Post Contributor

As the third fastest-aging state in the nation, Colorado is experiencing a significant and rapid demographic shift…

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Some Front Range Businesses Shutting Down Today to Protest Federal Violence

Some Front Range Businesses Shutting Down Today to Protest Federal Violence

Posted on January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

“The state-sanctioned violence you see in Minnesota is not that far away. It’s figuratively and literally close to home…”

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DOLA Announces 'Fast Track' Housing Program

DOLA Announces ‘Fast Track’ Housing Program

Posted on January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 by Post Contributor

The program is currently supporting 119 local governments which is 55% of all eligible jurisdictions…

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PODCAST: Colorado Chamber Interviews Minority Leader Cleave Simpson

Posted on January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 by Post Contributor

Senator Simpson details the importance of a balance between energy costs and sustainability…

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Colorado Prisons Get Funding for More Beds

Colorado Prisons Get Funding for More Beds

Posted on January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

Colorado WINS, the union that represents state employees, asked the committee to deny the beds due to safety concerns and a lack of appropriate staffing…

Posted in News/Politics
Colorado Democrats in Congress Call on Kristi Noem to Resign After ICE Shootings

Colorado Democrats in Congress Call on Kristi Noem to Resign After ICE Shootings

Posted on January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

“There are some enforcement mechanisms that an agency can and should provide at the border, but ICE has gone far, far beyond that…”

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Colorado Bill Would Allow Hospitals, Schools to Petition Under ‘Red Flag’ Law

Posted on January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

A bill to expand the types of eligible petitioners under Colorado’s temporary firearm removal law cleared a committee on Tuesday…

Posted in News/Politics
'Surveillance Pricing'​ Ban Among Bills Proposed by Colorado Legislators

‘Surveillance Pricing’​ Ban Among Bills Proposed by Colorado Legislators

Posted on January 27, 2026January 27, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

“Fighting for affordability means exercising the courage to hold wealth and power accountable…”

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Coloradans Protest ICE Killings, Demonstrate at the State Capitol

Coloradans Protest ICE Killings, Demonstrate at the State Capitol

Posted on January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 by Post Contributor

“Our country is at a breaking point because of the illegal and fascist actions of this administration…”

Posted in News/Politics
Governors of Colorado River States Summoned to DC in Hopes of Breaking Negotiations Impasse

Governors of Colorado River States Summoned to DC in Hopes of Breaking Negotiations Impasse

Posted on January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 by Post Contributor

Negotiators for the seven states that share the Colorado River also met in Salt Lake City earlier this month…

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Southern Ute Indian Tribe Calls on Colorado Attorney General to Address Unlawful Use of Tribal Lands By Lumen

Southern Ute Indian Tribe Calls on Colorado Attorney General to Address Unlawful Use of Tribal Lands By Lumen

Posted on January 23, 2026January 23, 2026 by Post Contributor

Chairman Baker told the legislature that “the age of illegally using Tribal land should have ended long ago…”

Posted in News/Politics

Democratic Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Reduce Housing Costs

Posted on January 23, 2026January 23, 2026 by Post Contributor

“Land is expensive in my corner of Colorado, and it is stifling rental opportunities that hardworking people can actually afford…”

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Request to Expand Colorado Prisons Denied by Legislature

Request to Expand Colorado Prisons Denied by Legislature

Posted on January 22, 2026January 22, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

“…adding more beds is only going to make things much worse…”

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Polis' Final State of the State Address Touts Wins and Game Plan for 2026

Polis’ Final State of the State Address Touts Wins and Game Plan for 2026

Posted on January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

“In words and actions, we must reject the politics of division and the poison of blind hatred by doubling down on respect, kindness, compassion…”

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America 250 – Colorado 150 Grants Available to Support Local Commemorative Projects

Posted on January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 by Post Contributor

Through its campaign, “The View From Here,” the Commission invites all Coloradans to reflect on our shared history and imagine the future…

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Tribal Leaders Seek More Collaboration with Colorado Legislature

Tribal Leaders Seek More Collaboration with Colorado Legislature

Posted on January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 by Colorado Newsline

“We need to enter into agreements with the state and trust that they will be respected….”

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