
Why Counties Don’t Want Colorado To Raise Temporary Welfare For Its Poorest Families
Counties and the state don’t disagree over the need for an increase for families experiencing poverty — just how to pay for it.

By Sam Brasch

Denver Police Face Anger, And An Investigation, After School Search
The principal of Rise Up Community School says police drew weapons during a search for a student. The department has its own version of events.

By Sam Brasch

How Changes To PERA Will Impact Public Workers, Retirees And Taxpayers
The public pension rescue plan may have cleared the state legislature at the last possible moment, but it’s already facing criticism from both sides.

By Sam Brasch

Awake To The Midnight Hour, Lawmakers Strike Final Deals
The legislature ended its 2018 session in the waning minutes of Wednesday.

By Sam Brasch

8 Bills the Colorado Legislature Passed In 2018—And 2 That Didn’t Make It
Colorado’s 2018 legislative session had no shortage of drama. Here’s where the cards fell at the bitter end.

By Sam Brasch

With The Finish Line Near, The Colorado Legislature Gets Ready To Cram
Colorado lawmakers have just hours to figure out some of their toughest challenges.

By Sam Brasch

Colorado’s Legislative Leaders Strike A Deal To Boost Transportation Funding
The compromise could mean a significant investment for Colorado’s transportation infrastructure. But a lot of it depends on voters.

By Sam Brasch

Anti-Gerrymandering Effort Sails Through The Colorado Capitol On Its Way To The Ballot
Most experts agree Colorado’s current congressional map doesn’t advantage a single party. Advocates want to keep it that way.

By Sam Brasch

Does A New Renters’ Rights Bill Provide More Leverage For Renters, Or An Imbalance Of Power?
The legislation would make it easier for tenants to take their landlords to court. It could also open the door to rent strikes.

By Sam Brasch

Bipartisan Bill Paves Way For Colo. Red Flag Gun Law
Democrat state Rep. Alec Garnett proposed the bipartisan ‘gun restraining order’ bill, which empower judges to temporarily remove firearms from potentially dangerous people.

By Sam Brasch

Bipartisan Bill Paves Way For Colo. Red Flag Gun Law
Democrat state Rep. Alec Garnett proposed the bipartisan ‘gun restraining order’ bill, which empower judges to temporarily remove firearms from potentially dangerous people.

By Sam Brasch

Where The Struggle Stands Over Funding Public Employee Pensions
We asked for your questions about PERA, Colorado’s public employee pension fund. And we found some answers.

By Sam Brasch

Democrats And Republicans Make Ballot Picks For Governor’s Race Primaries
State Attorney General Cynthia Coffman failed to make the Republican ballot, garnering just 5 percent of the delegates’ votes.


Governor Says He’s Open To Sending National Guard To U.S. Border If Asked
“We’d certainly look at it,” he told reporters Thursday. “In the past, Colorado has sent troops to the border for specific purposes.”

By Sam Brasch

Alleged Petition Fraud Throws Republican Governor’s Primary For A Loop
The decision shakes up an already-fierce contest for the GOP nomination for governor.

By Sam Brasch

State Senator Found Guilty Of Ethics Violations Over Oil, Gas Sponsor
The Colorado Independent Ethics Commission found that Extraction Oil and Gas paid for a town hall-style event on oil and gas.

By Sam Brasch