
Colorado’s immigration laws, explained
State laws aimed at making life more secure for undocumented residents face new scrutiny under the Trump administration.


Controversial state GOP chair will not seek a second term
Dave Williams’ departure leaves numerous candidates seeking to lead the party back to greater political power.

By Megan Verlee

A quick guide to what’s happening with Colorado’s property taxes
Four years of rapid change have many homeowners’ heads spinning. We look back at the vote that started it all, and where things stand now.

By Megan Verlee

Dana Crawford, celebrated developer and historic preservationist, has died
Crawford is credited with saving Larimer Square. Her influence spread far beyond Denver.


At least four Coloradans released from prison by Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons
Most were convicted of assaulting police officers who were trying to defend the U.S. Capitol.

By Megan Verlee

From ‘RELEASE THEM NOW!’ to ‘disgusting and wrong’ — Colorado’s congress members react to Jan. 6 pardons
CPR News asked our delegation to weigh in on the decision to end all penalties for those who stormed the U.S. Capitol.

By Megan Verlee

Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons include at least 20 Coloradans. Here’s what they did
They pushed through barriers and used makeshift weapons to try to break through police lines. They punched officers and dragged them into violent crowds.

By Megan Verlee

With a final sub-zero blast, polar vortex on its way out of Colorado
Tuesday morning will be cold enough to delay the start of school for some districts on the Front Range.


Video & Transcript: Gov. Polis delivers 2025 State of the State address
The annual speech is a chance to lay out priorities — and issue warnings.

By Megan Verlee

AG Phil Weiser is the first big name to declare for 2026 Colorado governor’s race
Updated 3:30 p.m., Jan. 2, 2025 As Coloradans returned from the New Year’s holiday on Thursday, the state’s top prosecutor announced a major resolution: to run for governor in 2026.


Goodbye tannenbaum: How to recycle your Christmas tree in 2025
Christmas 2024 is in the books. Here’s how to keep your tree out of the landfill.


No charges filed for posting of voting machine passwords
The Denver District Attorney’s office concluded the sensitive information ended up online accidentally, and not on purpose.


A government shutdown is looming: when it could happen and how it would affect Coloradans
Air travel, mail delivery, government paychecks and more — here’s what will continue if the government shuts down, and what will go on pause.


Colorado Springs mayor said he didn’t lie to FBI in hate crime hoax case
Mayor Yemi Mobolade says he “fully and truthfully cooperated throughout this investigation.”


President Biden’s pardon of son sets off debate among Colorado Democrats
Gov. Jared Polis said he was “frankly disappointed” Biden pardoned his son, Hunter.

By Megan Verlee

2024 election exit polling reveals Coloradans’ top concerns as they voted
Immigration, abortion, housing and cost of living were the biggest things voters want their state government to tackle.

By Megan Verlee