Early Voting Edge to Colorado Republicans
Going into Election Day, Republicans in Colorado hold a 2-point lead in early voting.
Western Skies: November 2012, “Innovation”
It was Thomas Edison who said, “Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration.” Edison, of course, is one of the great American inventors. This month, we’re delving into that equation with a look at innovation.
Officials Will Not Pursue Charges in CSPD Officer’s Death
Colorado Springs Police Officer Matt Tyner was killed in late July during a traffic stop near Austin Bluffs Parkway and Silver Drive. CSPD’s Major Accident Unit and the District Attorney’s Office investigated the accident, which is protocol.
Colorado Provides this Year’s U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
Colorado will provide this year’s U. S. Capitol Christmas Tree. The tree comes from White River National Forest in Northwest Colorado, near the town of Meeker, and it begins its journey today. KRCC’s Kate Dunn reports.
Presidential Ground Game Heats Up
Both presidential campaigns are working overtime in the home stretch to try to mobilize their bases and get voters to the polls.
Governor Partially Restoring Budget Cuts
For the first time in years, the upcoming state budget will not be centered on making deep cuts. Governor John Hickenlooper unveiled his budget proposal today.
Early Voting in El Paso, Pueblo Counties
Election Day is still several days away, but thousands of southern Colorado voters have already cast their ballots. As KRCC’s Liz Ruskin reports, officials in El Paso and Pueblo Counties say early voting has gone smoothly so far.
Election Politics and Concealed-Carry Campus Rules
As a battleground state, all eyes have been on Colorado during this year’s presidential race.
Vestas to Close Louisville R & D Office
Vestas Wind Systems has announced it is closing its research and development office in Louisville. As KUNC’s Nathan Heffel reports, this comes after announcing the closure of two other such Vestas offices in Texas and Massachusetts.
Capitol Conversation: Election Roundtable
Not only is Colorado a key swing state in the presidential election, this fall voters will also be deciding on a host of other races and issues.
Marijuana Possession Arrests Up; Non-Whites at Higher Rates
100,000 Coloradans have medical marijuana licenses now. Still, even though more patients can legally buy pot, arrests are UP by 7%.
Early Voting Numbers Across Colorado
With the election now only one week away, nearly a quarter of Colorado voters have already caste their ballots. Early in-person voting ends on Friday.
AM Round-Up: Early voting numbers; CS Mayor seeks pension sustainability; Conservation continues to be important to hunters and anglers; and more
With the election now only one week away, nearly a quarter of Colorado voters have already cast their ballots…Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach has announced the formation of what he’s calling the Pension Solutions Team…El Paso County Health officials are reporting the first hospitalized flu patients this season…The National Wildlife Federation recently released the results of their Hunters and Anglers survey…and, more.
Round-Up: Wetmore Fire 100% contained; El Paso County sees first flu-related hospitalizations; Sandy’s impacts on regional airports
The Wetmore Fire is 100% contained as of this afternoon…El Paso County Health officials are reporting the first hospitalized flu patients this season…Hurricane Sandy may be thousands of miles away from Colorado, but it has led to flight cancellations.
5th Congressional District Q & A: Dave Anderson
Dave Anderson is running for Congress in the 5th Congressional District. He’s running unaffiliated, challenging Republican incumbent Doug Lamborn. KRCC invited both candidates for an interview. Lamborn would not commit to a date.
Campaign to Boost Tourism After Waldo Canyon Fire Shows Signs of Success
The city’s Convention and Visitor’s Bureau started its “Welcome Back” campaign in July in an effort to draw people back to the region….
