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Red flags raised for Colorado’s economy in national ranking, but it remains in top 10

Updated 2 days ago

A new report on economic competitiveness by a Greenwood Village-based research institute ranks Colorado seventh among U.S. states for overall economic performance. But the report...

Colorado’s Polis joins coalition of governors urging Congress to reject Trump tariffs

Updated 4 days ago

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has joined 18 other governors in writing a letter to members of Congress, urging them to reject President Donald Trump’s efforts...

U.S. energy secretary warns Colorado’s energy policies could drive up prices, deter businesses

Updated 5 days ago

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Monday warned that Colorado’s energy policies could lead to higher electricity prices and deter businesses, such as data centers,...

Colorado Democrats pass union fee bill, even after Polis signals another veto

Updated 6 days ago

The Colorado House on Monday advanced along party lines legislation repealing a longstanding labor law governing a requirement before a unionized workplace can collect fees...

Colorado Attorney General, environmental groups challenge EPA rejection of state’s haze plan

Updated 1 week ago

Colorado’s outdoor economy slowing down

Updated 1 week ago

Protecting satellites in space, on the ground a priority for Colorado companies

Updated 3 weeks ago

Colorado lawmakers mull competing bills on data centers

Updated 3 weeks ago

CU Boulder, state launch economic research in coal-transition areas

Updated 1 month ago

Colorado joins lawsuit against Trump energy emergency order

Updated 1 month ago

More people are now leaving Colorado than moving here from other states | Vince Bzdek

Updated 1 month ago

Xcel gets an earful from public for power shutoffs in Colorado

Updated 2 months ago

Colorado hit a population milestone in 2025; numbers ‘don’t lie,’ but what do they say?

Updated 2 months ago

Gov. Polis highlights Colorado’s business climate and affordability during annual gathering

Updated 2 months ago

Colorado’s unemployment rate fell again in December

Updated 2 months ago

Colorado’s unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in December, according to new data released Tuesday. The rate dropped one-tenth of a percentage point, following a monthslong...

Colorado Democrats introduce bills on pricing, data privacy

Updated 2 months ago

Democratic lawmakers have introduced a trio of bills dealing with data privacy and the retail and wholesale prices of goods. Sponsors said the bills would...

PUC schedules virtual hearing on proposed rules for public safety power shutoffs

Updated 2 months ago

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission will hold a virtual public comment hearing to gather input on proposed new rules for Public Safety Power Shutoff events,...

Colorado air regulators propose higher fees for pollution permits and reports

Updated 2 months ago

Colorado’s air quality agency plans to raise charges for air pollution permits and emissions reports for businesses that release even modest amounts of contaminants, potentially...

Colorado oilmen may play key role in Trump’s Venezuelan oil takeover plan

Updated 2 months ago

Polis delivers final state address to Colorado legislature

Updated 2 months ago

Colorado lawmakers grapple with how to help economy amid budget constraints

Updated 2 months ago

Vince Bzdek: Coloradans are fed up with the high price of cars

Updated 2 months ago

Ski patrollers end strike against Telluride

Updated 2 months ago

Feds order coal-fired Craig power plant to remain open

Updated 2 months ago

Colorado eyes shift in particulate oversight amid EV push

Updated 3 months ago

As Denver Pavilions and Sports Castle start new eras, so does Gart Properties with next generation

Updated 3 months ago

Colorado marijuana sales likely to reach $1 billion in 2025

Updated 3 months ago

Federal court issues injunction on Colorado gas stove labels law

Updated 3 months ago

Q&A with the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce | A resilient growth in manufacturing | FISCAL ROCKIES

Updated 3 months ago

Editor’s Note: Once among the nation’s fastest-growing economies, Colorado today confronts mounting challenges that threaten its momentum. This series reveals how a state once defined...

Q&A with the Durango Chamber of Commerce | Pressure mounts for new and existing businesses | FISCAL ROCKIES

Updated 3 months ago

Editor’s Note: Once among the nation’s fastest-growing economies, Colorado today confronts mounting challenges that threaten its momentum. This series reveals how a state once defined...

Colorado’s fees, regulations outpace tax advantages | FISCAL ROCKIES

Updated 3 months ago

Editor’s Note: Once among the nation’s fastest-growing economies, Colorado today confronts mounting challenges that threaten its momentum. This series reveals how a state once defined...

From potatoes to rockets, Colorado’s unique industries lead the way | FISCAL ROCKIES

Updated 3 months ago

Editor’s Note: Once among the nation’s fastest-growing economies, Colorado today confronts mounting challenges that threaten its momentum. This series reveals how a state once defined...