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Yet again, when rights are in conflict
I admit, it is going to take quite a bit of self-control to not have this entire column end up being yet another screed about a certain president who continues to shock the world in his race to the bottom of intellectual discourse. Like many, I suspect, when I first read the social media post […]
Turn blueprint into action with the Outdoors Opportunities Act
Nearly a year has passed since Gov. Jared Polis, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Colorado’s Outdoor Recreation Industry Office and other key partners finalized the visionary Colorado Outdoor Strategy, establishing the framework to ensure Colorado’s outdoor recreation and conservation legacy for generations to come. Now it’s time for action. Action […]
Let Colorado’s communities govern their own neighborhoods
By Jeff Bailey and Cindy Bailey Coloradans have always done things their own way. From how we manage our land to how we build our economies, the instinct to govern locally — to trust mayors, councils and commissioners over distant bureaucracies — is not a partisan position. It is a point of pride. When a […]
Governor signs bill expanding who can petition for weapons restrictions
Gov. Jared Polis on Monday signed a bill into law expanding who can ask a judge to temporarily restrict a person’s access to firearms. Established in 2019, 0Colorado’s extreme risk protection law (ERPO) initially allowed a family member or law enforcement officers to petition a court to prohibit an individual they believe poses an “imminent […]
Colorado football makes top five for 2027 Texas edge rusher
Three-star 2027 edge rusher James Harris Jr. has narrowed his college choices to five, including the Colorado Buffaloes.
Businesses in Northern Colorado's Old Town Fort Collins object to proposed paid parking
The City of Fort Collins in Northern Colorado continues to press forward with plans to bring back paid parking to Old Town, even as some residents and business owners object.
Iran rejects latest ceasefire proposal as Trump’s deadline approaches
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran on Monday rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and said it wants a permanent end to the war, while President Donald Trump appeared to widen his threat from civilian targets to the whole Islamic Republic and his ultimatum ticked closer. “The entire country can be taken out in one night, and […]
41 things to do: Attend science vs. social media event, more
This week brings to campus VolunteerFest, a stress less event, a mobile food pantry, women and men's lacrosse, a chance to revamp your resume, Nepal Night and
Threats inside and out loom for Colorado’s Republicans
Colorado Republicans made strides in 2024 despite an insidious state chairman who tried to defeat successful Republican candidates. Newly elected U.S. Reps. Gabe Evans, Jeff Hurd and Jeff Crank fought off unethical opposition from their own state party chairman, making the Colorado congressional delegation a 4-4 partisan split. Strong state legislative leadership resulted in the […]
Is it time for both parties to bail on Colorado’s political nominating system?
Cracks are beginning to appear in Colorado’s political nominating system. Recently, Mario Nicolais, a formerly Republican-leaning pundit, and Doug Friednash, former Democratic legislator, have opined regarding the imminent demise of the caucus/assembly framework which controls partisan candidate selection. There has always been a legal detour around this process whereby candidates petition directly onto the ballot. […]
Recognizing the value of generational work
The Lesser Prairie Chicken habitat in southeastern Colorado is a swath of prairie that begins in Cheyenne and far-southeastern Lincoln counties and moves south and east into Kiowa, Prowers and Baca counties. This is cattle country where the short grass is nutrient dense, and a little bit of rain makes the prairie explode. A little […]
Why the controversy with mail-in ballots?
Most Coloradans enjoy the right to vote “by mail” at election time. Most Americans favor this process. But U.S. President Donald Trump is trying to federalize (nationalize) this practice and shift the supervision of voting from county clerks to the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Postal Service. He issued an executive order to […]
Colorado business sees increase in rain barrel interest amid drought
Denver fans celebrate sports-filled Saturday at Stoney's with pair of thrilling victories
Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets fans packed Stoney's Bar and Grill on Lincoln to celebrate a pair of thrilling victories on Saturday.
Preview: Colorado aiming to clinch West against St. Louis
How many milestones will be achieved tonight?
State treasurers says tariffs continue to create chaos in Colorado
Colorado businesses paid $1.1 billion in tariffs in 2025, according to state treasurer Dave Young.
Republicans who want to opt out of Colorado’s primaries get major boost from federal judge’s ruling
The judge ruled the requirement that 75% of the Colorado GOP or the Colorado Democratic Party must support opting out of the primaries before it can happen “constitutes a severe burden on the major parties’ right to association and is therefore unconstitutional."
Low and slow meets forever: US postage stamps honor lowrider car culture
NEW MEXICO Stamps honor lowrider culture ALBUQUERQUE — From Mexican American and Chicano barrios in the American Southwest to the halls of the Smithsonian on the National Mall and even the streets of Japan, lowrider culture has become part of mainstream car culture around the globe. The U.S. Postal Service is joining the club with […]
Who are the kings being crowned here in Colorado?
Though most of us celebrate “No Kings Day” on July 4, the Trump-deranged got a head start last weekend with rallies around the state. Attendees bravely fought oppression by blocking traffic for people with jobs. Rally-goers demanded freedom from tyranny, many right after voting to ban all but beige house paint at their HOA meetings. […]
Striking JBS workers to return to Colorado plant on promise of talks
Workers of the world's largest meat company, JBS , agreed to return to work at a beef plant in Greely, Colorado after it agreed to resume negotiations, bringing a three-week picket to an end, their union said in a statement on Saturday.
After barrage of runs, Phillies take on Rockies again
The Philadelphia Phillies entered the weekend hitting .220 as a team, but their offense got healthy in the opener of a three-game series with the Colorado Rockies on Friday in Denver.
Democrats rebounding without learning necessary lessons
“When we fight, we win!” That, reportedly, was the chant heard over and over again at the Colorado Democratic Assembly a week ago. It suggests that pugilism has been the piece missing from the Democratic toolkit. Perhaps it was just me, but I seem to recall Democrats exhibiting plenty of fight back in 2024. The […]
Colorado Rockies lose, downtown businesses win Opening Day 2026
Colorado Supreme Court intervenes in 4 ongoing cases
The Colorado Supreme Court recently moved to intervene in four ongoing cases, including two criminal prosecutions, a civil lawsuit, and a child welfare proceeding. At least four of the court’s seven members must agree to hear a case outside of the normal appellate process. The issues raised before the justices include the ability of prosecutors […]
Colorado sues Trump administration, calling new election order ‘unconstitutional’
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser has joined a multistate coalition suing President Donald Trump over a new executive order on elections, arguing the directive unlawfully intrudes on states’ authority to run their own voting systems and threatens access to mail ballots for millions of voters. The lawsuit argues that Trump’s executive order is unconstitutional because […]
Latest peek into pika science written by CMU student during senior year
Karli Weatherill was a Colorado Mesa University sophomore when she showed up at the office of Johanna Varner and voiced an interest in doing scientific research in the mountains.
Silverman: How human error built some of Colorado’s greatest sports moments
New technology is embarrassing sports officials, but history shows Colorado teams benefiting from bad calls
The Centennial State’s nuclear energy opportunity
Colorado was given a clear opportunity earlier this year. On Jan. 28, the U.S. Department of Energy issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking potential hosts for Nuclear Energy Innovation Campuses — an early-stage process designed to identify states serious about shaping the next generation of energy development. What followed was not hesitation from local […]
Guardianship is not a homelessness policy
By Amelia McKeon The federal government’s proposal to expand guardianship for homeless veterans is being framed as compassionate. It is anything but. It is a dangerous shift toward using one of the most restrictive legal tools we have as a substitute for real solutions — and it risks turning guardianship into a mechanism for forced […]
Colorado health expert explains how volunteering improves our health
Building a more business-ready Douglas County
If you keep up on state business news, you’ve seen the headlines. Major companies like Palantir are moving out of Colorado, and statewide, there is a sense that it’s getting…
Morehead State names Dr. Steve Fenster as dean of College of Science & Engineering
An academic leader with a track record of over 20 years of student success in the sciences will now take on a key role at Morehead State University. Dr. Steve Fenster, dean of the School of Arts and Sciences at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, will serve as the next dean of the College of Science & Engineering at MSU, succeeding Dr. Ahmad Zargari, who will retire on June 30. To learn more about programs in MSU’s College of Science & Engineering, email dsci@moreheadstate.edu or call 606-783-2626.
New Electronics Manufacturing Business Comes to Alamosa County with Support from Rural Jump-Start Program - by Ark Valley Voice Staff
This week, Governor Jared Polis and the Business Funding and Incentives (BF&I) division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and
Tina Peters, Colorado Election Denier, Has Prison Sentence Overturned
Ms. Peters, a former county clerk, received a nine-year sentence after being convicted of tampering with voting machines. An appeals court overturned the sentence but did not immediately free her from prison.
EqualityMaine says ruling not likely to impact Maine law
On Tuesday, the nation’s highest court ruled 8-1 that a Colorado law is unconstitutional because it violates the First Amendment rights of mental health professionals.
Sporting KC to play Colorado Springs Switchbacks in U.S. Open Cup Round of 32
Sporting Kansas City will begin the club’s participation in the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in the Round of 32 on the road at USL Championship opponents Colorado Springs Switchbacks on Tuesday, April 14. U.S. Soccer conducted the U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 and Round of 16 draw
Bednar Blasts Avalanche After Embarrassing Loss To Last-Place Canucks
Colorado business leaders are still negative about the future economy, though less so than last year
CU business school’s survey ranked geopolitical concerns as the top reason for feeling negative about the second quarter. Also: Use of AI at work is spreading.
Colorado leaders say Trump’s executive order targeting mail voting violates state election authority
Colorado leaders swiftly condemned President Donald Trump’s new executive order issued Tuesday, arguing that its creation of a national voter‑eligibility list and new limits on mail voting violate states’ constitutional authority to run their own elections. Jefferson County Clerk Amanda Gonzalez called the order another attack on Americans’ access to the ballot but was confident […]
Contracts and financing approved in Colorado for controversial Zebulon sports complex
‘Steel for fuel’ — but bill consumers for both
By Sarah Montalbano In 2018, Xcel Energy, an investor-owned utility serving millions of customers across eight states, was the first U.S. utility to pledge to deliver 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050. Eight years later, Xcel is pleading with Colorado regulators to let it continue running its coal plants until 2030. What happened to “steel […]
Mental health education for coaches can help young athletes on and off the field
By Erin Harrop Youth athletics have become significantly more intense and competitive. The physical effects of training or injury can be grueling — but so are the mental health effects, particularly as performance pressure increases. As leaders and mentors, coaches play a vital role in building kids’ and teens’ confidence and shaping how athletes value […]
Argo Project brings breathtaking views, entertainment to Colorado foothills community
Mighty Argo gondola project brings breathtaking views, entertainment to Colorado foothills community
Business-backed bill to review regulations clears committee on unanimous vote | The Sum and Substance
The bill would require agencies to review regulations every five years, looking for those that are redundant, outdated or not beneficial.
Argo Project brings breathtaking views, entertainment to Colorado foothills community
Takeaways from the Supreme Court decision on Colorado law banning ‘conversion therapy’ for trans and gay minors
The Supreme Court on Tuesday endorsed a religious counselor’s challenge to Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy” for gay and transgender minors, saying it likely violates the First Amendment, handing the LGBTQ community another setback in a decision that will reverberate in nearly half the country.
Unique nonprofit serving single moms selects new leader
SPARKHOPE AUTOMOTIVE Denver News: Jason Spears has been named chief executive officer of SparkHope Automotive. While its name might lead one to believe it is a car dealership, SparkHope Automotive, formerly Hands of the Carpenter, is a faith-based nonprofit serving employed single mothers by addressing a critical and often overlooked barrier to stability: reliable transportation. “Jason’s leadership and heart for community perfectly align […]
Supreme Court backs challenge to ‘conversion therapy’ ban
The Supreme Court endorsed a religious counselor’s challenge to Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy” for gay and transgender minors, another legal setback for the LGBTQ community that will reverberate in nearly half the country. Follow for live updates.
SB26-140 will protect access to rare disease treatments
By Amanda Boone There are moments in life that leave an indelible mark on your soul. For me, one came in the middle of the night when I took a full breath for the first time in over a decade. At first, I was confused — then I realized what it was. I woke my […]
‘Change the terrain’ for deliberative democracy
Vince Bzdek’s Gazette piece on James Fishkin’s experiments in deliberative democracy is an interesting read, though the very factors that produced its results — balanced information, expert moderation, and structured discussion — are what everyday politics lacks, and precisely what make these experiments so difficult to scale (“Can deliberation save democracy?” March 8). The processes […]
Head of Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing to step down
Employers, legislative leaders seeking change in business atmosphere with bill | The Sum and Substance
Shortly after Steve Swinney and his partners founded Kodiak Building Partners in 2011, they acquired two local companies that they viewed as core to the...
Head of Colorado’s Medicaid program resigns as state Senate was preparing to take “no confidence” vote
Kim Bimestefer’s resignation comes as the state Medicaid program has dealt with billing mistakes and scrutiny over past spending
Under fire from legislators and critics, Colorado’s top Medicaid official resigns
Kim Bimestefer resigned Monday as Colorado’s top Medicaid official, stepping down just as a bipartisan bloc of state senators prepared to formally urge Gov. Jared Polis to remove her over what they called years of mismanagement, waste and costly errors inside the state’s largest agency. In her resignation statement released by the governor’s office, Bimestefer […]
Business Insider: “Conducting Business Leadership”
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — FOX21 News is teaming up with the Colorado Business Forum and Digest to bring you the latest and most relevant business news impacting life in Southern Colorado. Dirk Hobbs, Founder and Executive Publisher with the Colorado Media Group, joined FOX21 News to discuss The Conducting Business Leadership” event in Denver, using the
Weekly Cupcakes: Logan O’Connor returns to Avalanche lineup
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Killing off the Regional Transportation District
This column is appearing the same day state Sen. Matt Ball (D) of Denver and his legislative co-sponsors unveil legislation implementing many of the recommendations advanced by last summer’s RTD Accountability Committee. Although it isn’t readily apparent, they have allowed themselves to be enlisted in a plot that will likely lead to the bankruptcy and […]
This Colorado politician is not a famous actor
From Ronald Reagan to Arnold Schwarzenneger, it isn’t unheard of for actors to make the jump to politics, but if you hear the name Jeff Bridges in Colorado politics, it’s not the Dude y…
Joseph Baena, son of Arnold Schwarzenegger, wins first bodybuilding competition
Joseph Baena, the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger, made his dad proud over the weekend, placing first in three contests at the NPC Natural Colorado State Championships bodybuilding competition.
Fuel price surge hits Colorado small businesses hard
Rising oil and gas prices are driving up costs for many small Colorado businesses, not just for drivers at the pump.
Colorado hates its disabled citizens
This is a selfish column. The legislature is about to hurt my disabled son. My son, Chance, has Down syndrome and a few years ago would have been labeled “retarded.” Then “developmentally delayed.” Now the hypersensitive prefer “intellectually disabled.” Whatever the term is this week, the reality hasn’t changed. This 21-year-old man cannot consistently count […]
Sports Highlights 3/28/26
Hudson Giboney: Hudson Giboney, a senior pitcher/infielder on the Lake Oswego baseball team, got it done with his arm and his bat in the Lakers’ 10-0 win over Colorado’s Chatfield […]
Phil Weiser wins top spot in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary at party’s state assembly
Homeowners petition to end the Northgate Business Owners Association
Colorado Springs homeowners petition to end the Northgate Business Owners Association, required annual fees.
Phil Weiser wins top spot in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary at party’s state assembly
Attorney General Phil Weiser’s name will appear first on Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary ballot after his overwhelming win Saturday at the party’s state assembly in Pueblo. Weiser joins U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in the June 30 primary for the office held by term-limited Gov. Jared Polis. Bennet, who successfully petitioned onto the ballot, didn’t participate […]
Water projects getting a boost from record breaking Colorado sports betting revenue
Preview: Colorado’s Roundtrip Flight with Winnipeg Concludes Tonight
The Colorado Avalanche wrap up their season series against the Winnipeg Jets today!
Kwame Spearman warrants plenty of criticism, not cancellation
All of us are flawed humans, some more so than others. This is the tale of Kwame Spearman who burst onto Denver’s business and political scene a handful of years back. His ride has taken a downhill trajectory. Within the past week, Spearman was shown the door as an undefined executive at the just-opened Denver […]
Colorado Politics Calendar Mar. 30-Apr. 5
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
Federal judge upholds constitutionality of Colorado campaign contribution limits
A federal judge upheld Colorado’s individual campaign contribution limits as constitutional on Thursday, finding that three Republican plaintiffs failed to prove the campaign finance framework violates their First Amendment rights. U.S. District Court Senior Judge John L. Kane recognized that Colorado’s limitations on individual contributions to state political candidates are among the lowest in the […]
See one of the water projects getting a boost from Colorado sports betting revenue
'Families Not Politics' launches campaign against anti-trans Colorado ballot measures
Colorado LGBTQ advocates launched a campaign Friday to encourage “no” votes on two anti-trans measures on the 2026 ballot.
Planned Parenthood, groups launch campaign against transgender ballot measures in Colorado
Planned Parenthood and other groups have launched a coalition to oppose two ballot measures that would ban transgender surgeries among children and require student athletes to only join sports teams that correspond to their biological sex. The two measures will appear in this year’s November ballot, setting the stage for a statewide debate over sports, […]
‘Families not Politics’ coalition launches to oppose Colorado ballot measures targeting transgender minors
Advocacy organizations in Colorado have launched a campaign opposing two November ballot measures that would regulate transgender minors’ participation in school sports and access to certain medical procedures, setting the stage for a statewide debate over youth policy and parental decision‑making. Dubbed “Families Not Politics,” the coalition was established to “defend the freedoms, privacy, and […]
The 'Healthy Choice Waiver' is not about health — it’s about controlling the poor
Regulating the behavior of those already struggling does not address public health issues.
From pause to progress — a better path on AI policy
By Brittany Morris Saunders and Loren Furman Last year, following the Special Legislative Session, we wrote in Colorado Politics that delaying Colorado’s AI Act was not a setback. It was an opportunity. We asked state leaders to pause, bring more voices to the table and take the time to get this right. That is exactly […]
Colorado Springs business groups launch new networking initiative to help local business owners succeed
Local organizations are teaming up to host "4-Business After Hours," a series of events designed to connect business owners and provide resources for success in the Pikes Peak region.
Democratic US Sen. John Hickenlooper qualifies for Colorado primary by petition, will skip assembly
U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper has qualified for Colorado’s Democratic primary after the first-term incumbent submitted enough valid petition signatures to make the ballot, state officials said. Hickenlooper is facing primary challenges from state Sen. Julie Gonzales, D-Denver, and university professor Karen Breslin, who are both vying for spots in the June 30 primary at the […]
Comedy showcase to feature new and established talent
MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER Denver News: A host of emerging comedians will perform along with Denver native and nationally recognized comic Noah Gardenswartz when the Mizel Arts and Culture Center hosts The Tight Five: Standup Comedy Showcase. The up-and-comers take the stage first, offering their “tight five” — five minutes of original material developed during an eight-week comedy writing program that […]
4 CU Boulder professors honored as AAAS fellows
Aaron Clauset, R. Steven Nerem, Rebecca Safran and Tin Tin Su have been recognized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science for excellence in
Hurd joins Colorado Dems in urging authorization of Small Business Development Center funding
A group of six members of Colorado’s delegation in U.S. Congress wrote a joint letter to the Small Business Administration (SBA) over its failure to provide prompt spend authority for
Costly auto mandate amounts to needless overkill
HB26-1199 is currently in the legislature, and let me explain how this affects you. Currently in the state of Colorado, your vehicle’s emissions have to meet California standards even though you do not live in California. Though we all can agree we want clean air for all of us, meeting the California specifications further harms you, the […]
Denver’s forgotten trailblazers: The Colorado Xplosion’s lasting impact on women’s sports
The first professional women’s sports team in the Mile High City, the Colorado Xplosion, was short-lived but not forgotten.
STUDENT ORG SPOTLIGHT
Colorado Law is home to nearly 50 active student organizations. These organizations empower law students to increase their knowledge, gain leadership
Health care costs in Colorado will grow under federal policy, patient advocates say
Health care providers in Colorado expressed anxiety around high health care costs as a result of the Trump administration’s policies.
Congress needs to protect 340B for rural Colorado
By Rod Pelton A lot of politicians talk about understanding what life is like for our rural communities, but not many really do. I’m a third-generation Cheyenne County farmer and rancher; I grew up on the eastern plains of Colorado, raised my family here, and as such am deeply committed to our state’s agricultural communities. I […]
Caldara overlooked facts in slamming utilities
Normally, I appreciate the variety of perspectives published on Colorado Politics. But regarding Jon Caldara’s recent column on Xcel, he irresponsibly neglects key facts to the point of annihilating credibility (“Are our overlords normalizing power outages?” March 15). He neglects any discussion regarding the nuance of safety (or fiduciary responsibility) versus inconvenience, for example: Is […]
Fix the process before reauthorizing state PUC
What needs to be fixed before reauthorizing the Public Utilities Commission? The answer is simple: the process. The last time the commission was reauthorized in 2021, lawmakers expanded its role in meaningful ways — particularly as Colorado accelerated its clean energy transition. The PUC was asked to do more, to carry more and to implement […]
Senators consider deal to fund Homeland Security but not ICE enforcement
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senators raced Tuesday to clinch an emerging proposal to end the Homeland Security shutdown by funding much of the department, including the Transportation Security Administration airport workers going without pay, but excluding the ICE enforcement operations that have been core to the dispute. The sudden sense of urgency comes as U.S. airports […]
Colorado football lands mid-tier in ESPN's returning production metric
Colorado ranks near the middle of the FBS in returning production, balancing transfer portal additions with a few key returning pieces.
Colorado’s Tamale Act may decide whether home cooks can build a business
An eclectic coalition, including the MAHA call for “food freedom,” gave the law a second chance as backers push for immigrant assistance and entrepreneurship.
What exactly makes you a public figure?
Well, once again, this non-lawyer columnist is going to jump in the deep end of legal scholarship and will explore a recent Colorado Court of Appeals decision. Buckle up. In yet another terrific Colorado Politics Court Crawl article, we learned about quite a few cases that the Appeals Court has ruled upon. Recall that only […]
Modernizing Pinnacol is about its members, not politics
By Akasha Absher While we share the passion for protecting Colorado’s workers expressed in a recent op-ed from the perspective of trial attorneys and union representatives, the piece paints a picture of Pinnacol Assurance that is more rooted in 1915 than our 21st-century reality (“Colorado’s workers can’t afford a privatized Pinnacol | OPINION,” March 17). […]
Online gambling is big business in Colorado. Lawmakers want to change that
Data is scarce, but concerns about problem betting are driving proposed new restrictions on the lottery’s plans and sportsbooks on your phone.
Colorado Sen. Mike Weissman calls for cold water on heated hate speech
Likening the recent record-setting warm temperatures to hot political rhetoric, Colorado Sen. Mike Weissman, D-Aurora, pleaded for an end to death threats and other hate speech directed at lawmakers of both parties. “The increasingly tragic reality of our politics, however, like the increasingly tragic reality of our climate, is one of combustibility,” Weissman said from the well […]
Funny business: Humor scholars on whether jokes help or hurt at work
Leeds researchers Tony Kong and Peter McGraw agree humor has real workplace benefits, but pulling it off can be tricky.