“Our challenge is figuring out what role we can play in preventing that with the funds we have…”
Category: News/Politics
In Rural American, Opioid Battle is Underfunded… Part One
In Colorado, pooling funds is built into the state’s model for managing opioid settlement money…
Candidates Boebert and Frisch Haul in Donations Following Election
Frisch’s most active day of fundraising was on November 10, when 238 donors gave $91,650 total…
Leadership Shuffle Underway for Colorado Political Parties?
As Democrats and Republicans in Colorado prepare to choose new party leadership, candidates have begun to emerge…
EDITORIAL: Considering the Town’s Short-Term Rental Fee Study, Part Six
People often harbor mistaken beliefs about the communities they live in, and one of the well-loved myths about Pagosa Springs is that we are a great ski town…
Migrants Organized on Social Media Before Traveling in Groups to Denver
“Some have arrived through Denver International Airport, some have arrived through buses, some have arrived through personal vehicles…”
Archuleta County Commissioners Accepting Applications for Public Health Task Force
Please be advised that this is a completely voluntary position; members shall receive no compensation for services, but shall be entitled to the necessary expenses…
Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) Sees Record Number of Applications
“We encourage anyone who thinks they may be eligible for LEAP to apply…”
Iron Horse Bicycle Classic Accepting Registrations Beginning Dec. 16
In addition to the world renowned Durango-Silverton road race and ride, the Iron Horse offers mountain bike and gravel races…
Governor Polis’ Budget Emphasizes Preparedness for Economic Hardship
“We are advancing good government by tying our budget to evidence of what works and evaluating equity gaps to ensure a Colorado for All…”
Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Colorado Case Involving Free Speech, Same-Sex Marriage
“You can’t deny someone access to a product or service based on who they are,” Weiser said in the news conference…
Biden Pledges Federal Commitment to Indian Country at Tribal Summit
“I’m committed to protecting this sacred place that is central to the creation story of some many tribes…”
Colorado Economic Recovery Chief Stresses Grant Opportunities
Meyers said that about $2 billion went to public health, $1.67 billion went to economic recovery and $1.2 billion went to affordable housing…
Colorado Gov. Polis Urges Congress to Pass DACA Protections
“Enacting permanent protection for Dreamers is supported by the majority of American voters and we can no longer wait for Congress to implement the will of the people…”
Student Loan Repayment Pause Extended by White House Amid Legal Battles
The Department of Education announced last Tuesday it is extending the pandemic-era pause on federal student loan repayments until June 30…
Thousands of Vets File ‘Toxic Exposure’ Claims
To address the surge in claims, VA is hiring more employees to provide health care and process applications…
Voter Turnout Percentage in 2022 Colorado Midterms Lower Than 2018
Mail ballots were the preferred voting method, with more than 95% of Colorado voters casting a mail ballot…
Colorado Lawmakers Form Caucus for Gun Violence Prevention
So far, the caucus has 16 state representatives and six state senators, all Democrats…
Bipartisan Support for Marriage Equality in U.S. Senate
The Senate bill garnered support more than the 60 senators from both political parties needed to move past a legislative filibuster…