Second-place finisher Omar Montgomery didn't concede the close Aurora mayor's race to the winner, Mike Coffman, on Friday, but the former head of the local NAACP announced plans to "say a few words" and thank supporters next week at his campaign headquarters. Continue Reading
A federal jury in California Friday determined that anti-abortion activist David Daleiden and those associated with his Center for Medical Progress had caused "substantial harm" to Planned Parenthood facilities. The jury slapped Daleiden and his associates with $870,000 in punitive damages, … Continue Reading
The contractor overseeing Denver International Airport’s terminal renovation project calculated that $166.7 million in their costs were due to change orders from airport management. Continue Reading
On Friday, U.S. Rep. Ken Buck and U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., introduced a bill to modify an 81-year-old set of rules regarding how foreign nationals can influence American policy. Continue Reading
A public option for the individual health insurance market made its way to state lawmakers Friday. Continue Reading
Here’s a recap of our best stories from the last seven days, authored by the Colorado Politics staff. Continue Reading
On Friday, impeachment hearings for President Donald Trump continued in the U.S. House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. In other news, Trump associate Roger Stone was convicted on seven federal charges. Continue Reading
The legendary lobbyist set the standard for what a good lobbyist should be, according to several friends and colleagues. Continue Reading
U.S. Rep. Jason Crow will join fellow Congressman Mike Gallagher, R-Wisc., to lead a run on the National Mall, raising awareness for a proposed new military memorial. Continue Reading
When the October announcement was made that Denver Sheriff Patrick Firman would be stepping down, Mayor Michael Hancock’s press release left out the fact that he’d be appointing Firman to a new position the next morning. Continue Reading
The State Board of Education on Thursday gave final orders to Aurora Central High School in its efforts to keep improving student achievement, but only gave the school one year to increase its state ratings. Continue Reading
Defense Secretary Mark Esper has opened the door for athletes at the nation’s military academies to play professional sports after they graduate, and delay their active-duty service. Continue Reading
Light rail and bus service will go untouched. Continue Reading
The Prairie Family Center will receive the loan to purchase a building in Burlington for a thrift store, food bank, office and family resource programming serving Kit Carson County. Continue Reading
“Growing up on the Eastern Plains ... gave me a deep appreciation for agriculture and the organizations that work every day to help the industry thrive,” said Colorado's U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner, who is from Yuma. Continue Reading
Gov. Jared Polis vowed Thursday to fight for thousands of immigrants who live and work in Colorado as the U.S. Supreme Court considers a case that could end an Obama-era program protecting them from the threat of deportation. Continue Reading
In a battle of resumes between Republicans and Democrats in a hotly contested U.S. Senate race, incumbent Cory Gardner trotted out another credential this week. Continue Reading
Sometimes you can get by with replacing an alternator or a starter, but in the end, what the truck really needs is a new engine. Retired art teacher Mary Bielz says it’s an apt analogy for the Cripple Creek-Victor School District RE-1 board. Continue Reading
Organizers behind a proposed Colorado constitutional amendment that would make explicit that only citizens can vote in elections, this week turned in what they predicted could be a record number of petition signatures. Continue Reading
Is the fourth time a charm? Republican Ray Garcia of Colorado Springs hopes so. Continue Reading
With a 32% increase in male inmates and a 60% increase in female inmates since 2015, Mesa County is considering a $21 million expansion of its jail. Continue Reading
Colorado State University will receive approximately $3 million from the National Institutes of Health to study children with Down syndrome. Continue Reading
Callie Rennison announced several endorsements on Thursday as she campaigns for Congressional District 2’s seat on the University of Colorado Board of Regents. Continue Reading
At the foot of the state Capitol steps, the ride-share company Lyft announced a historic investment in Colorado on Thursday. Continue Reading
The Guaranteeing Equipment Safety for Firefighters Act would order a federal study of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances in firefighters’ personal protective equipment. Continue Reading
“In 2018, Colorado also had one of its most destructive fire years ever,” he wrote in a letter with U.S. Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, to the Government Accountability Office. Continue Reading
WASHINGTON — Former Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick announced Thursday he is running for president, making a late entry into the Democratic race less than three months before primary voting begins. Continue Reading
U.S. senators, including Republican Cory Gardner, looked at the threats and said they’d take their chances Wednesday. Continue Reading
Gun rights groups are urging the Colorado Supreme Court to follow guidance from the U.S. Supreme Court to throw out the state’s ban on gun magazines that hold more than 15 rounds. Continue Reading
"If you give just one thing, you get three things back," "Daddy Bruce" famously said. Continue Reading
Joey Bunch: "For all the noise it makes, the Colorado legislature is a toothless tiger that rarely pounces on bureaucracy." Continue Reading
Mayor Michael Hancock is forging ahead with his mobility plan now that City Council green-lighted his 2020 budget and Denver voters overwhelmingly approved his initiative to create a transportation department. Continue Reading
One alleged victim recalled that when he reported to church officials his abuse at the age of 10, he was told, “If Jesus could suffer and die on the cross, I would think you could handle this.” Continue Reading
AURORA — The family of a detainee has filed a wrongful death lawsuit after a man died while held at an immigration detention facility in Colorado. Continue Reading
Polis pointed out that the funding increase for this year's budget, at 6.2%, was exceptional, and that the 2.9% next year is in line with inflation. Continue Reading
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has awarded the Colorado River Water Conservation District nearly $316,000 to develop a Western Slope water marketing strategy tied to a potential demand management plan, the agency announced Monday. Continue Reading
The number of accessory dwelling units has slowly increased in Denver, with 58 new permits issued last year and even more in 2019. Continue Reading
DURANGO — The parent company of Walmart has sued dozens of counties in Colorado where the company has store locations. The company claims its stores’ equipment is being overvalued. Continue Reading
A new Denver law will allow patrons to publicly drink alcohol in certain spots across the city. Continue Reading
Polis has made electric vehicles a theme of his campaign. Continue Reading
An Aurora woman is alleging discrimination after a Nov. 5 incident in which Pepsi Center staff allegedly asked her to remove her hijab before entering. Continue Reading
The Douglas County Library Board of Trustees has renamed the James H. LaRue Library, citing a policy that forbids styling buildings after people. Continue Reading
On Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that will decide whether the Trump Administration can end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program on charges that it is illegal and unconstitutional. Continue Reading
The federal Drug Enforcement Administration is seeking access to Colorado's prescription information in a lawsuit sparking a dispute over privacy. Continue Reading
"I look forward to sharing the lessons we have learned and hearing from other leaders who are setting the standard for effective governance," Hansen said. Continue Reading
Does a government agency have the ability to make a rule that conflicts with what the legislature writes in its laws? Continue Reading
Coleman's entry into the race sets up a potential primary challenge to incumbent Sen. Angela Williams, who filed for re-election but is now among among eight Democrats seeking the U.S. Senate seat of Republican Cory Gardner. Continue Reading
Thanks to a unanimous vote during a Tuesday City Council committee meeting, the final proposal offered by Mayor Michael Hancock and Councilwoman Robin Kniech heads for a final vote on the floor of City Council later this month. Continue Reading
The "Roadmap to Containing College Costs and Making College Affordable" sets a goal of 66% post-secondary certificate or degree attainment by 2025. Continue Reading
