Plan to route Grand Junction mail to Denver and back gets pushback from Bennet and 19 other senators
The plan seeks to modernize and update the nation’s mail delivery amid years of budget shortfalls — and would downgrade Grand Junction’s post office.
By Tom Hesse
Some city and county governments in Colorado are tired of debate about international issues in local meetings
Governing bodies in Colorado are faced with persistent calls for action from residents concerned about war in Gaza.
By Tom Hesse
Will wolverines call Colorado home once again?
Colorado makes up about 20 percent of the suitable habitat for wolverines in the Lower 48. CPW is finishing updates to the reintroduction plan.
By Tom Hesse
Planned changes for Grand Junction Post Office include processing local mail in Denver, residents worry about delays
USPS officials fielded complaints from Western Slope residents, promised the facility would not close.
By Tom Hesse
Grand Junction Council rejects tent ban, citing lack of alternatives for unhoused people
“If I was sitting as a lay person in the city, with the closure of Whitman [Park], with what’s happening at Emerson [Park], it just feels like we’re consistently, on a regular basis, trying to push people around.”
By Tom Hesse
Changes in the works following controversy over Western Colorado high school graduation regalia policy
While Grand Valley High School is set for updated guidelines, legislature to take up bill statewide.
By Tom Hesse
Bereft of Boebert, 3rd Congressional District Republicans chart new path
Lauren Boebert’s decision to pivot to a new district for 2024 has shaken up the district’s race.
By Tom Hesse
Cities across Colorado rush to counter rumors of supporting new immigrants
As the number of new immigrants arriving in Denver slows, fear and concern in other Colorado cities is picking up steam.
By Tom Hesse
Citation needed: Is the world’s largest flat top mountain really located in Western Colorado?
“The Grand Mesa is still worth visiting regardless of how tall or how big or whatever. It’s still an amazing place.”
By Tom Hesse
Documentary details skiing after a spinal cord injury and lessons found atop Jackson Hole
Trevor Kennison of Winter Park broke his back skiing at Vail Pass in 2014. He’s since gone on to become a prolific adaptive skier, tackling extreme tricks and terrain on a sit ski. The documentary, “Full Circle” follows his recovery and growth in the adaptive skiing world and how it overlaps with Barry Corbet, an early icon of disability advocacy. The film was directed by Josh Berman of Denver and is now streaming on Netflix.
By Tom Hesse
Ouray police chief placed on leave amid sexual assault investigation involving stepson
The case drew statewide attention after copies of the Ouray County Plaindealer were stolen the day an issue detailing the allegations.
By Tom Hesse
Gov. Jared Polis on passenger rail, tax cuts and what wasn’t said at his State of the State address
Building transit-oriented communities was a big feature of the governor’s 2024 address.
Southern Ute experts talk repatriation efforts of remains housed in Gunnison museum
The Southern Ute is one of four tribes to respond to inquiries from Western Colorado University
By Tom Hesse
Colorado ski exec on whether resorts would pay for a mountain train and worker housing, plus other industry issues
The CEO of Alterra Mountain Company discusses employee housing, climate change, diversifying the ski industry, transportation, and more.
By Tom Hesse
Trouble in Durango City Council: Budget beefs, ethics complaints and a vote to publicly reprimand one of their own
Council will vote in January on whether to “reprimand and reproach” Councilor Olivier Bosmans
By Tom Hesse
CDOT, local leaders hope safety emphasis can curb Glenwood Canyon closures
Extensive signage noting the prohibition of semis in the passing lane aimed at changing behavior.
By Tom Hesse