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…
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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…
Colorado Addresses Tenants Rights, Affordable Housing
“I never expected to be sitting here in my life, having this conversation,” George told members of the Housing Board. “There is lots of opportunity…”
The Big Takeaways for Colorado’s 2021 General Assembly Session
“It’s no secret that the governor is pretty hands-on. His background is being a legislator. He’s a policy guy,” Senate Majority Leader Steve Fenberg…
OPINION: Ending Transport of Horses Across State and National Lines
“I’ve been rescuing horses for 17 years in New Mexico and it’s business as usual to eyewitness the horrific conditions and treatment the horses are subjected to…”
HMPRESENTLY: This Old Car
These new cars, now, with bells and whistles. I have nothing against them. New vehicles have their internet connections, their touch screens, their keyless entry…
Colorado Dems Compromise on Climate Policy
“It’s very difficult for us to digest and respond to a 25-page amendment that we got at 6 o’clock in the morning…”
First $1 Million Winner Announced in Colorado’s ‘Vaccine Lottery’
There are still four more chances for Coloradans to win $1 million as part of the Colorado Comeback Cash drawing…
National Parks Maintenance Backlog Could Get Help from Biden Plan
“The list shows the extent of the disrepairs, with numerous projects that address basic clean water issues,” said John Garder, director for budget and appropriations…
Archuleta County Assessor Woodruff Discusses Her Resignation
“I would request that the Board appoint Johanna Tully-Elliot to fill the remainder of my term. She has been the driving force in our reappraisals…”
Historic $5.3 Billion Transportation Bill Sent to Governor’s Desk
“The best solution for transportation funding that the state of Colorado has ever had in the last 10 years is before you today…”
Colorado Senate Unanimously Passes Legislation to Establish Universal Pre-K
“With this bill, we’re laying the foundation for how we fund, coordinate, and address early childhood education…”
‘Colorado Comeback’ Stimulus Update
Besides that $3.8 billion from the feds, lawmakers have another $800 million worth of state money, largely from surplus income and sales tax revenue…
Unemployed Coloradans Who Return to Work are Eligible for Incentives
“More than a year after this pandemic swept through Colorado, we know that many Coloradans are not completely back on their feet just yet…”