Getting Ready for Med. Marijuana Regs
The state legislature spent much of this past session crafting rules for themedical marijuana industry. But with the bill passed and waiting for thegovernor’s signature, the real work begins, as […]
By Megan Verlee
Farmers Sound off on Water Worries
Colorado’s farmers and ranchers are worried thirsty Front Range cities willdrain them dry. But they told a Congressional panel Monday that Colorado does have enoughwater, if only the state would […]
By Megan Verlee
A Look Back at the Legislative Session
Hopefully– following this interview– our first guest is going to be able to get some sleep. CPR’s Megan Verlee has been keeping some odd hours over the last four months.
By Megan Verlee
General Assembly Wraps Up
After four months of activity, the chambers of the General Assembly are quiettoday. The session that wrapped yesterday was contentious. But according tolawmakers, also productive. CPR’s Megan Verlee was there […]
By Megan Verlee
Biography of a Bill, pt 5
The General Assembly wraps up its 165th session today. Lawmakers have considered around 800 pieces of legislation so far. Colorado Public Radio’s Megan Verlee has followed one of those bills […]
By Megan Verlee
Denver Police and 72 Pounds of Riot Gear
Since the start of the DNC, local law enforcement is out in force – on foot, bikes, horses, and motorcycle – often weighted down with a wide array of mysterious […]
By Megan Verlee
City, Civil Liberties Groups Debate DNC Arrest Handling
Denver spent millions of dollars and put numerous new procedures in place for the possibility of mass arrests during the DNC.
By Megan Verlee
Tension Between Gold Mining’s Past and Present
An ounce of gold today costs more than twice what it did five years ago.That rise is reviving Colorado’s historic goldfields.
By Megan Verlee
Senate Passes Dispensary Rules
Long before the legislative session started, medical marijuana advocates,opponents, and lawmakers began trying to hammer out rules for the boomingindustry. Now, with only a few days left in this session, […]
By Megan Verlee
State, Voter Groups Reach Deal on Cancelled Registrations
Thousands of residents eliminated from Colorado’s voter roles in the last six months will be able to cast their ballots in the upcoming election under a deal struck in federal […]
By Megan Verlee
Colorado Voters Give Most Amendments A Thumbs Down
Colorado voters faced the longest ballot in the nation yesterday, and in the end rejected almost all the constitutional amendments it contained.
By Megan Verlee
Concerns About Voter Registration Linger After Election
More than 50-thousand Coloradans cast provisional ballots on election day because of questions about their voter registration.
By Megan Verlee
Organic Livestock Rule Change Worries Colorado Producers
For several years now, controversy has dogged the organic dairy industry over how some large producers based in Colorado treat their animals.
By Megan Verlee
Forum Exposes Struggles of Colorado Businesses
The recession is making it harder for Colorado’s small businesses to get bank loans and cutting into their customer bases.
By Megan Verlee
Frugal Holiday Shoppers and the Paradox of Thrift
The holidays are a time when people usually loosen their purse strings. But not this year. As job losses mount and retirement savings shrink, people are buying less stuff.
By Megan Verlee
Raising a Flap Over Urban Chickens
From backyard bees in Denver to a flap over chickens in Longmont, Colorado cities are part of a growing push to allow more livestock in urban areas.
By Megan Verlee