Even if mining companies and investors get off their fat butts and start opening new mines, we’re still looking at tough times ahead…
Category: News/Politics
Archuleta Democratic Club to Consider Consumer Economy at March 24 Lunch Meeting
Our speaker, Christa Chaga, will give you many easy-to-follow ideas to help you become a more responsible consumer and a better steward of the earth…
16 States Including Colorado Ask, ‘Where’s Our Tariff Refund?’
Trump’s tariffs were ruled illegal. Where’s the refund of $166 billion — plus interest?
Judge to Determine Eligibility of Democrats Looking to Face Lauren Boebert in November
The case could determine whether the June Democratic primary in the district will be uncontested…
Habitat for Humanity Announces Potentially Harmful New USDA Policies
“On February 10, USDA Rural Development issued major revisions to the Section 502 Direct Loan Handbook…”
Immigration Enforcement Threatens Housing Security
“Housing insecurity in these communities doesn’t start with an eviction notice, it starts with the empty chair at a job site…”
Colorado Legislature Passes Bill Aimed at Increased Vaccine Access for Children
“Recent outbreaks, including measles cases here in Colorado and across the nation, have demonstrated how quickly vaccine-preventable diseases can resurface…”
Airport Check-ins See Delays as TSA Officers Go Without Pay
Passengers at a handful of airports this week waited in hours-long security lines as the government shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security dragged on…
Colorado Legislature Considering Trio of Tax Package Bills
All three bills now head to the House Appropriations Committee and, if they pass the second committee, the entire House chamber…
Six Federal Scientists Talk About the Work Left Undone, After Layoffs and Resignations
Jennifer Troyer left her job at the National Human Genome Research Institute in December…
Colorado River District Responds to Bureau of Reclamation Draft EIS
“What is very clear in these proposals is that we still have a basic math problem,” said Colorado River District General Manager Andy Mueller…
Judge Declines to Bar Democrat in Race to Challenge Rep. Boebert
“The caucus process exists to engage voters, and that’s exactly what we’re doing,” said Taylor Gillespie, Laubacher’s campaign manager…
Take Part in ‘Slam Scam Day’ Today, Mar. 5
Take part by using tools from SSA and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to recognize imposters…
Abortion Foes File Lawsuit Challenging ‘Telehealth’ Medications
Reproductive legal experts who support abortion rights say the “barbaric” argument mischaracterizes the realities of medication abortion…
Senate Republicans Reject War Powers Role for Congress
Republican lawmakers said Tuesday after classified briefings on Capitol Hill they don’t intend to limit President Donald Trump’s ability to continue the war in Iran…
Colorado Opposes Federal Rule Restricting Student Loan Access for Health Care Workers
In their letter, the coalition argues the proposed rule violates federal law by contradicting Congress’s clear intent…
Mondays in March: Habitat for Humanity to Hold Informational Meetings
During the meetings, Habitat staff will walk through the homeownership application process, required documentation, income guidelines, and key deadlines…
Two Liberation Movements, Intertwined
“We are singing from the same songbook and building a louder choir,” Smith said…
Audit Finds Issues with Colorado’s Child Welfare Safety and Risk Assessment Tools
HB 24-1046 originated from the Colorado Child Welfare System Interim Study Committee which convened during the summer of 2023…