Attorney General Asks Colorado Supreme Court To Reconsider Decision That Could Nullify Hundreds Of Criminal Plea Deals
The Colorado Supreme Court ruled in October that defendants can’t be given consecutive sentences to prison and then probation for charges in the same case. That means hundreds of people serving time in Colorado could challenge their sentences.
There Are More Open Jobs In Colorado Than Unemployed People. That’s A Problem For The US Census Count
The U.S. Census is looking to hire thousands of Coloradans for short term positions, as companies across the state struggle to find enough workers.
Larimer County Wildfire Threatens 50 Homes After Prescribed Burn Gets Out Of Control
Around 50 homes are under mandatory evacuation orders because of the Elk Fire.
Park County Teachers Strike Over Pay, Schools Closed
Contract talks broke down Thursday and did not resume over the weekend.
Colorado’s Congressmen Were Out And About In Colorado Thursday, And Impeachment Was Just One Thing On Their Constituents’ Minds
Reps. Crow, Tipton and Perlmutter fielded more questions about health care and the economy than the drama in D.C.
Anti-Fracking Advocates Sue The COGCC To Halt New Drilling Permits In Colorado
A new law, Senate Bill 181, passed last legislative session changes the state’s priorities from industry growth to health and safety.
Kaiser Permanente, Workers Reach Contract Deal, Will Likely Avoid Strike
Kaiser Permanente workers have agreed to a new contract with their employer after an all-night bargaining session. About 3,100 people in Colorado work for Kaiser.
‘We Worry It Might Go Further’: Grand Junction Mosque Vandalized, Community Rallies Support
The Two Rivers Mosque’s video surveillance caught a man spray painting “nondescript designs” on the house of worship’s new sign.
Decker Fire Grows To 846 Acres As Officials Let It Burn To Clear Dry, Dead Trees
The fire does pose a health risk for people with lung and heart issues who could be impacted by the poor air quality.
‘We’re Unable To Take The Disrespect’: A Kaiser Strike Could Limit Patient Care, Workers Say It’s Necessary
Kaiser Permanente says they have a plan for maintaining patient care in the event of a strike but have not given further details.
Larimer County Spraying to Kill West Nile Mosquitoes After Finding More Than Usual
The health department will be spraying pesticides in north and central Fort Collins to cut down on the risk of infection.
Park County Teachers Authorize Strike, Seek More Substantial Raises Than District Offers
More than 90 percent of South Park Education Association members voted Wednesday to indicate they’d be willing to strike, but union officials say they still want to talk.
Boulder On Tobacco: Bans Flavored Nicotine, Ups Legal Age And Asks Voters To Decide on Tax
Boulder’s City Council also joined Carbondale, Aspen and Glenwood Springs in banning the sale of flavored nicotine products like Juul Pods. They also raised the legal age to purchase tobacco to 21.
‘This Ain’t Your Mother’s Marijuana’: New Report Warns Against Cannabis Use Among Youth, Pregnant People
In Colorado, 19.4 percent of high school students used marijuana in 2017. Just over 7 percent of mothers reported using marijuana during pregnancy during that time.
Think The Air Has Been Particularly Bad This Summer? Well, It’s Been Worse Before
Wednesday marks the 30th Ozone Action Alert Day for Colorado’s Front Range. That is relatively low compared to the last 3 years, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
Teen Who Escaped From Golden Juvenile Detention Center Captured In Colorado Springs
Police records say 18-year-old Quinn Scaggs held up two hotels at gunpoint and pistol-whipped employees before being arrested Monday.
