“…If Roe v. Wade is overturned, there is no Colorado law in place that would protect the right to obtain a safe, legal abortion, which is why this bill is so important…”
Category: News/Politics
Youth ‘Reasonable Independence’ Bill Passed by Colorado Legislature
“When youth are given independence they grow, learn and thrive and we’re pleased to pass legislation that empowers their right to independence…”
Fentanyl Crisis Strategy Unveiled by Governor Polis, State Lawmakers
“It’s time to make Colorado a safer state for everybody and it’s time for the carnage to end,” Polis said at the news conference…
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Announces Settlement Related to 416 Fire Litigation
D&SNGRR confirms that it has successfully converted five of its eight steam locomotives from burning coal to now burn 100% recycled oil…
Local Newspaper Posts Body Cam Footage of February 7 Arrest
According to the SUN story by reporter Randi Pierce, “Manzanares’ family released a video showing a portion of the incident and voiced complaints over the arrest…”
Senate Passes Bills to Safeguard and Improve Colorado’s Elections
The bills will enhance Colorado’s gold standard election system by prohibiting intimidation and coercion at voting centers…
Colorado Lawmakers Look to Expand Student Job Opportunities to Address Worker Shortage
“We believe empowering young people through experiential learning opportunities is key to their future success,” Caufield said…
REP. BARBARA MCLACHLAN: Supporting Tribal Health Facilities
Using Colorado’s one-time funds to help our neighbors’ behavioral health is money well spent…
Colroado’s Black Democratic Legislative Caucus Promotes New ‘Juneteenth’ State Holiday
“In many ways Juneteenth represents how freedom and justice in the U.S. has always been delayed. Juneteenth is for all people, not just African Americans…”
Rising Gas Prices Prompt Legislation to Limit Oil Company Profiteering
“Big Oil raked in $174 billion in profits last year — and as Putin’s invasion of Ukraine drives up gas prices, they’re on track to make even more…”
Colorado House Passes Reproductive Rights Bill
HB-1279 would not create any new reproductive rights in Colorado, a state where people already have access to abortion later in pregnancy…
Archuleta Dems Meet Virtually, Next Tuesday, to Hear PAWSD Presentation
Justin Ramsey, district manager and engineer of the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD), will speak will speak about the future of availability of water…
Snow in the Pagosa Weather Forecast, Today Through Friday Morning
The prolonged, multi-day storm is expected to come to an end on Friday and will be followed by freezing temperatures running 20-30 degrees below normal for March…
Ballot Measure Could Direct TABOR Refunds to Schools
Colorado’s Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights requires voter approval for any tax increase and limits how much government can grow, which means taxpayers get money back when existing taxes bring in revenue above the limit…
Colorado Firearms Possession Bill: Tough on Crime… or on the Second Amendment?
Debate over which crimes should prohibit someone from possessing a firearm in Colorado has created an interesting political dynamic at the Capitol…
Legislative Committee Rejects Education ‘Transparency’ Bill
“I think transparency is valuable, and I think parent involvement is valuable,” McLachlan said. “Parents who are concerned need to go to their district and not the state…”
EDITORIAL: County Commissioners Delay Decision on Potential Courthouse Sale, Part One
An offer from Bob Hart would allow the County to remain in the building for an unlimited amount of time, with the first five years being rent-free…
OPINION: Report Looks at SNAP Violations in Colorado
The purpose of SNAP is simple: SNAP benefits enable Coloradans to purchase the healthy food they need to feed their families…