
Gov. Polis walks a tightrope in approaching Trump. Deportations likely to be the first test
As Democratic governors across the country adapt to Trump’s victory, Polis stands out.

Avalanche kills backcountry skier in San Juan Mountains
The avalanche occurred around 11,300 feet on a slope east of Red Mountain Pass.

‘The care just is different.’ Directory aims to provide comprehensive source of health information for Black Coloradans
After a 5-year break, the updated Colorado Black Health Resource lists specialists, like dentists, midwives and optometrists, from Fort Collins to Pueblo.

Astro-tourism resort coming to the San Luis Valley to capitalize on region’s starry dark sky
In Southern Colorado an entrepreneur has an earthbound plan to connect with the heavens – by combining stargazing and lodging.

Colorado’s 2025 legislative session begins today
From giddy new lawmakers being sworn in to leaders’ ambitious speeches, opening day brings plenty of pomp and tradition to the Capitol.

Denver officials spent 2024 welcoming immigrants — but with less fanfare, police arrested some of them for low-level crimes and prostitution
Crimes of “moral turpitude,” including prostitution, funnel undocumented immigrants down the pipeline for deportation.

Colorado joins US Justice Department in accusing six major landlords of scheming to keep rents high
The suit involves more than 1.3 million units in 43 states and the District of Columbia.

Colorado man who blew up Cybertruck outside Trump hotel used AI to plan attack, authorities say
Authorities say this is the first incident “on U.S. soil” where AI was used.

Jan. 7, 2025: Exploring senior housing options; ‘Purplish’ previews the legislative session
Many seniors want to stay in their homes. But what happens if aging in place doesn’t work anymore? Expert advice on our series, Aging Matters. Then, the legislature returns to work facing a budget shortfall of more than $600 million. Our public affairs podcast, Purplish, looks at the impact – and what lawmakers still hope to accomplish. Also, a Western Slope university helps first-generation students stay in school.

Changes to Amazon’s Colorado facilities coming after safety violation settlement
The tech giant will pay a fine and improve worker conditions, including at facilities in Aurora and Colorado Springs.

Colorado wants to recognize first-generation students, this university wants to make sure they succeed
Nearly half the students at Colorado Mesa University are the first in their family to go to college.












