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Cumbres & Toltec to Host One of World’s Largest Gatherings of 19th Century Locomotives
One of the most anticipated historic railroad events of the year will take place August 21-29, 2021…
‘Historic Win’ by Children’s Health Defense in Case Against FCC on Safety Guidelines for 5G and Wireless
“The FCC will finally have to confront the immense suffering that has already been caused by the FCC’s and FDA’s unprecedented fecklessness…”
Long-delayed Census Data Released, Setting Up Colorado Redistricting Sprint
The preliminary state legislative maps, in particular, have drawn criticism from prominent Black and Latino Coloradans, who say that the proposed maps dilute the electoral power of people of color…
Sen. Bennet Surveys Damage to I-70 Through Glenwood Canyon
“This iconic canyon is a critical transportation corridor that connects Colorado from east to west. It’s vital for our economy and way of life…”
Disappointing ‘CMAS’ Scores for Colorado Students in 2021, Part One
Fewer Colorado students took state tests in the spring of 2021, but results show those who did were less likely to meet expectations…
New Data Shows Colorado Struggling with Income Inequities
“While the latest data is encouraging, we know that the pandemic has deepened wealth and income inequalities in our state…”
Colorado Receives Federal Emergency Funds Following Polis Administration Request
“CDOT’s maintenance teams have made great progress in recovery operations, allowing our engineers to make similar strides in developing a plan to reopen I-70…”
Possible ‘Serious Breach’ of Voting Security in Mesa County
The investigation could result in the decertification of Mesa County’s voting system…
‘Infrastructure Bill’ Falls Short on Climate Goals
“We’re going to do things to reduce climate emissions, but we’re going to spend more in ways that we know increase them,” Osborne said…
Firms Selected to Investigate Alleged Misconduct within Colorado Judicial Branch
“We will make public the results and recommendations of the investigations, including steps to ensure accountability, fairness and transparency…”
No More Waiting in Line at DMV?
DMV Appointment Online Check-in aims to do away with physical lines, gives Coloradans greater flexibility…
Forest Restoration Included in Federal Infrastructure Deal
“I’m thrilled our bipartisan amendment to formally authorize the Joint Chiefs program will be included in this infrastructure bill….”
Feds Order New Eviction Ban in Counties with High COVID Rates
“We are hopeful that it is what will help… six million families to be secure in housing, where those children will be able to start school in the next few weeks…”
Colorado Independent Redistricting Commission Announces Public Hearing in Durango
The Joint Colorado Independent Redistricting Commissions will hold public hearings in Durango, Trinidad, Alamosa, Centennial, and Golden this week on the preliminary maps…
‘Emerge Colorado’ Accepting Applications for Training Classes, for Women Candidates
Emerge Colorado is the state’s premier candidate training program and the most successful in the state…
Coloradans Await Rental Assistance as Eviction Moratorium Expires
“People are trying hard to figure this out, it’s just… it’s really hard to do with the federal rules. They don’t make it easy and it takes time…”
Free Admission to Colorado Birthday Celebration at History Colorado Center, Sunday, August 1
The state’s official celebration of Colorado’s 145th birthday takes place at downtown Denver’s beautiful History Colorado Center…