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Colorado lawmakers reject bill on library panels and campaigns to ban books; Boebert’s son arrested; bill tackles ‘deepfakes’ | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Feb. 29, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: A Senate panel rejected a bill that would have created an official process for parents, students and the public to object to materials in a school or public library. The bill, which was heard by the Senate Education Committee but not voted on,…
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In Colorado rally, Haley says GOP can reverse setback only by breaking from Trump; Johnston unveils 2024 priorities | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Feb. 28, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley said Tuesday at a campaign rally in Colorado that Republicans can only reverse the setbacks the party has suffered in the state by breaking Donald Trump’s grip on the GOP. Three days after losing her home state…
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Colorado proposal to create library committees to consider whether to ban books fails to advance
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A Senate panel rejected a bill that would have created an official process for parents, students and the public to object to materials in a school or public library. The bill — which was heard by the Senate Education Committee but not voted on — dove into an issue that has divided communities and at times pitted…
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Hundreds in Denver rally to support Ukraine on 2nd anniversary of Russian invasion
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Hundreds of Ukraine supporters gathered at a rally at the Colorado state Capitol in Denver on Saturday to mark the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of the U.S. ally. “Today, we are asking members of U.S. Congress to step up and vote for help to Ukraine,” said Marina Dubrova, president of Ukrainians of Colorado, which…
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Republican Jeff Crank endorsed by Koch network’s Americans for Prosperity Action in Colorado’s 5th CD
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Americans for Prosperity Action, the deep-pocketed political arm of billionaire Charles Koch’s conservative advocacy network, on Thursday announced it’s throwing its support behind Republican Jeff Crank in the crowded GOP primary for the seat held by retiring U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn. Calling Crank – a podcaster and political consultant who previously served as state director…
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Colorado legislators scramble to find dollars to deal with illegal immigration crisis, and here’s a list of 4th CD candidates | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Feb. 20, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: Colorado’s policymakers are looking for ways to help communities grappling with the costs of accommodating roughly 40,000 immigrants who arrived in Colorado in the past year. The Department of Public Safety is requesting nearly $10 million in supplemental funding for organizations that offer…
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Nearly a dozen Republicans pack Colorado’s 4th CD primary, Democratic leaders want exemptions from open meetings law | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Feb. 19, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: With just weeks until precinct caucuses and less than a month to go before nominating petitions are due, it’s crunch time in the Republican primary for Colorado’s safest GOP-held congressional seat. At last count, 11 candidates are vying for the chance to replace…
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Colorado’s Jason Crow stresses urgency of Ukraine aid, slams Trump for NATO comments | TRAIL MIX
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Fresh from a trip to Ukraine as part of a bipartisan congressional delegation, U.S. Rep. Jason Crow, an Aurora Democrat, warned this week that the situation “couldn’t be more dire,” as the U.S. ally runs low on military hardware after nearly two years of fighting against Russian invaders. In an interview with Colorado Politics, Crow,…
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Bills on occupancy limit, foster youth advance, Denver council may try to override mayor’s veto | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Feb. 12, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: The Colorado House on Friday gave final approval to two major proposals dealing with housing and youth in the foster care system with a few defections among Democrats. House Bill 1007 would block local governments from imposing residential occupancy limits except for public…
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Colorado leader survives ‘no confidence’ vote, 5 federal judges stand out with delays in deciding motions, Army veteran joins 5th CD race | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Jan. 23, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: Colorado Republican Leader Mike Lynch of Wellington survived a vote of “no confidence” on Monday, but the drama that unfolded in the state House might not be over yet. The House GOP caucus held a special meeting to vote on a resolution of…
