Wildfire in Chaffee County forces evacuations
One subdivision is under mandatory evacuations. Other homes in a five-mile radius are under a pre-evacuation notice.
Rep. Jeff Hurd on Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill: ‘It’s not perfect’ but positives win out
The freshman Republican Congressman discussed impacts on energy, healthcare and immigration enforcement.
Six Colorado sites considered for potential ICE Detention expansion
Gov. Polis said federal officials haven’t told his office what its plans are for new detention facilities in the state.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park evacuated as 2 fires spread rapidly
Lightning started two fires in the park near Montrose. It’s closed until further notice.
Home prices in Colorado Springs hit record high, even with many homes for sale
The median price for a single-family home in the Pikes Peak region hit $500,000 for the first time in June.
Accused Boulder firebomber could be tried as soon as September, but additional charges could push trial back
The trial was set for the Tuesday after Labor Day.
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Trump administration cancels millions in agriculture funding for Western states, including Colorado ranchers and farmers
The USDA says it's rebranding a climate-friendly agriculture program to cut red tape and redistribute more money directly to farmers, but it’s unclear how much funding will still go to Colorado.
New nationwide pause in Trump’s birthright citizenship order, this one from judge in New Hampshire
The injunction won’t affect families in Colorado, which is already under a separate court order.
Denver science museum discovers dinosaur deep beneath its own parking lot
We have Jurassic Park at home.
‘Miracle’ small-town theater company marks 60th summer season as federal cuts hit
In an out-of-the-way former silver mining town, Creede Repertory Theatre has proven itself gritty enough to thrive.
Insurers fight state laws restricting surprise ambulance bills
A Colorado bill banning surprise billing for ambulance rides passed unanimously in both legislative chambers, only to be met with a veto from the governor. As more states pass such legislation, some are hitting the same snag — concerns about raising premiums.
The discounts behind Colorado’s EV boom are disappearing fast
The best time to buy or lease a battery-powered car in Colorado was sometime in 2024. The second-best time is right now.
Herds over highways: Colorado’s largest wildlife overpass is now under construction above I-25
Located on the interstate between Monument and Larkspur, the Greenland Wildlife Overpass aims to provide a safe passage for large animals such as deer, elk, and pronghorn over six lanes of traffic.
Nikola Jokic delays signing extension with Nuggets this summer, AP source says
It doesn’t affect Jokic’s status in Denver in the short term: He has at least two years remaining on his deal.
Former state Rep. Janak Joshi wants to challenge Sen. Hickenlooper next year
Joshi is the highest-profile Republican to enter the race so far.
Colorado’s forensics unit need more staff, and more independence, concludes outside audit
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation commissioned the report as it looks for ways to speed up evidence processing times and improve the labs’ operations.
Nederland lays out plans to purchase Eldora ski area
The mountain town officials say they want to build on resort’s legacy and could finalize the deal this fall.
Want to drill a well for your home? Some rules in Colorado might surprise you
Tens of thousands of homes in southeastern Colorado draw water from private wells. But the state doesn't manage residential wells the way you might expect.
