
Colorado GOP warns abortion access must not be part of Space Command decision
Party chair says, if so, the command should go to Alabama, even as there’s no concrete evidence abortion policy is part of the Space Command decision.

By Caitlyn Kim

Sen. Michael Bennet wants to strengthen the watersheds that help protect clean drinking water
But the proposal could have an uphill climb, with Republicans in a budget-cutting mood.

By Caitlyn Kim

Colorado Democrats unveil full court press to unseat Rep. Lauren Boebert in 2024
The state party is calling its effort Project 546, after Boebert’s 2022 margin of victory over Adam Frisch.


Colorado’s wetlands are endangered by climate change and invasive species. New federal money will help protect them
The Bureau of Land Management is giving $5 million for North Park near Walden and just more than $6 million for the San Luis Valley.


Senate passes debt ceiling deal, Colorado Sens. Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper vote yes
The debt ceiling bill now goes to President Joe Biden’s desk.

By Caitlyn Kim

The debt ceiling deal has passed the US House. Here’s how Colorado’s delegation voted
Ken Buck voted no. Lauren Boebert didn’t cast a vote.

By Caitlyn Kim

Colorado Republicans Lauren Boebert and Ken Buck will vote no on debt ceiling bill
The compromise deal between House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden doesn’t do enough for many hard-right lawmakers.

By Caitlyn Kim

Rep. Lauren Boebert’s son called police on father in months before divorce filing
The teen said his father was “throwing” him around the house. A responding officer found no grounds for arrest.

By Caitlyn Kim

New investigation opened into Space Command decision
The Alabama congressman who leads the House Armed Services Committee wants to know if politics are at play in the long-delayed final decision.

By Caitlyn Kim

Three ways Coloradans will be impacted if the US defaults on its debt
Benefits, borrowing and employment could all take a hit.

By Caitlyn Kim

As debt ceiling standoff continues, some Colorado officials worry COVID funds could be part of a deal
Republicans have said they want to claw back unspent pandemic aid. But the question is what counts as “unspent.”

By Caitlyn Kim

Congress’ farm bill debate cultivates interest among Colorado growers and ranchers
Colorado farmers and ranchers are closely watching a debate in Washington, D.C. right now that will impact their lives, in areas from crop insurance to conservation, and food aid to financial support. The massive Farm Bill comes up for renewal every five years and with representatives on both the House and Senate agricultural committees, Colorado has a seat at the table where the crucial discussions are taking place.

By Caitlyn Kim

As D.C. fights over food aid, need in Colorado stays high
Food programs are up for renewal in the next Farm Bill, but they could be reshaped first by debt ceiling negotiations.

By Caitlyn Kim

Farm Bill must address western priorities, Colorado growers, ranchers tell Congress members
Agriculture is big business in Colorado, generating $47 billion annually for the state’s economy and employing more than 195,000 people.

By Caitlyn Kim

When it comes to the next Farm Bill, Colorado producers have a lot of opinions, and concerns
The massive legislation is up for reauthorization and the state’s farmers and ranchers are working to make sure their views are heard.

By Caitlyn Kim

Reps. Joe Neguse and Ken Buck push for a ban on congressional stock trading
The bipartisan group of lawmakers backing the bill said it’s about trust.

By Caitlyn Kim