Under the revisions to the tax credit, children as old as 17 now count as qualifying dependents…
Category: News/Politics
Dr. Rhonda Webb to Speak at Democratic Club Meeting, July 20
The Archuleta Democratic Club will meet July 20 at the PLPOA Clubhouse 230 Port Avenue at 11:45am…
Pregnant Elephants, and New Colorado Legislation
When an elephant goes into labor in the wild, its herd quickly surrounds her in a tight circle, standing ready to fight any threats that come her way…
Governor Polis Rescinds Health Orders, Issues New Health Order
“This has been a challenging year for our state and country. We’ve experienced pain and loss but through it all, Coloradans did their part…”
OPINION: Conservation Groups Send Notice of Intent to Sue to Federal Agencies
“Nature’s bank account is severely overdrawn due to climate change and unsustainable use… The solution is not to build a bigger bank, but to conserve water…”
Governor Polis Signs Collateral Consequences Reform Bill
This law represents an important step in the statewide effort to advance real second chances for millions of Coloradans…
Biden, Western Governors Plan for Severe Wildfire Season
“The truth is we’re playing catch-up,” Biden said. “This is an area that has been under-resourced, but that’s going to change…”
Colorado Affirms the Right to Seek an Abortion
Laws passed this year include expansion to abortion access for sexual violence survivors, preventive health services, family planning…
Colorado Redistricting Committee Releases Preliminary Maps
Written public comments will remain open and available through the public hearing process and the consideration of final maps…
Colorado Remains a ‘Sanctuary State’ for Reproductive Rights
Abortion is already legal in Colorado, so much of the focus for lawmakers and advocates was to make reproductive health care services more accessible…
Interstate 70 Closed by Mudslide in Glenwood Canyon
Crews are continuing to assess the slide and current weather, in order to determine what is required to safely clear the mudflow and reopen to eastbound and westbound traffic…
Brief Filed Against FCC by Children’s Health Defense, Challenging 5G Installations
CHD is opposing the amended rule, which allows fixed wireless companies to contract with private property owners, including homeowners, to place point-to-point antennas on their property…
What You Should Know About Colorado Gun Laws
State lawmakers responded to the Boulder King Soopers massacre with a package of reforms designed to make it harder for certain people to obtain firearms…
Colorado Eviction Protections, June 2021
If you’re behind on your rent in Colorado, you have 30 days — not 10 — to get caught up before your landlord can file an eviction…
ACLU of Colorado Announces Launch of Statewide Justice Initiative
“My agenda is transparent,” Richardson said. “The ACLU of Colorado will transform, in warp speed, to align with our stated values of being for the people and of the people…”
New Colorado Laws Aim to Protect Consumer Privacy
“We want to rebuild trust, and that’s really what the bill was about, was making sure we have guardrails in place so that trust can be rebuilt…”
Colorado Governor Polis Signs Three New Gun Laws
“Colorado is a state with a long history of trusting local governments to do right by their communities’ unique needs…”
EDITORIAL: ‘Stage One’ Fire Restrictions Go into Effect Today in Archuleta County
“Southwest Colorado is in extreme drought with continued hot, dry weather forecasts creating a critical fire environment. The fine for violating campfire restrictions in Stage I has been raised to $500…”
State Leaders Backing ‘Initiative 25’ to Expand Tutoring in Colorado
“The pandemic highlighted for us the disparities that already existed for Colorado students in access to opportunities,” said Rudy Gonzales…
