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The first two years of college in Colorado could be covered for some students under a new tax credit. Here’s how it would work
The aim is to get more of the state’s high schoolers to stay in Colorado for their higher education.
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High winds to blow into Colorado’s Front Range and Eastern Plains, again
While widespread power outages are possible, Xcel Energy has not announced any planned electric outages ahead of the high winds.
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The avian flu has been detected in Colorado cows. Here’s what that means for you
The scale of the avian flu outbreak among dairy cows shouldn’t be a cause of concern for consumers, officials said.
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Colorado’s craft beer boom may be winding down as tastes shift and costs rise
Has the bubble popped, or is there still hope for a foamy head?
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Avian flu concerns sink raw milk legalization bill at Colorado legislature
The highly pathogenic avian flu was detected in raw milk earlier this month.
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These are the Colorado breweries that won medals at the 2024 World Beer Cup
More than 2,000 breweries submitted their beers in 110 different categories.
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Colorado lawmakers pass bill allowing for regalia of cultural and religious significance at graduation
The bill headed to the governor’s desk will ensure Colorado students have the right to wear objects of “cultural or religious significance” during graduation.
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Boulder County workers file for union recognition
The workers are taking advantage of Senate Bill 22-230, which allows county employees to form unions.
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Colorado’s insulin, EpiPen price caps could get tougher enforcement under bill progressing at state legislature
The bill must still clear the state Senate in order to reach Governor Jared Polis’ desk. Two weeks remain in the current legislative session.
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Public access to Hanging Lake and its trails will be limited this summer for trail reconstruction work
Hanging Lake Trail will be closed on weekdays, with occasional weekend closures later this summer.
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Boulder to pay $75k settlement to deaf woman whose kids were taken after miscommunication
Boulder City Council members approved the settlement Thursday night on an 8-0 vote without further discussion.
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Polis signs $24 million funding bill to help schools with new immigrant students
School districts in Colorado have received about 7,000 unexpected students between October 2023 and March 2024.
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Douglas County Commissioners formally file lawsuit against Colorado and its immigration laws
Officials from Douglas and El Paso Counties on Monday formally unveiled litigation against Gov.
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Spring in Colorado: Fire danger on the Front Range and plains, snow in the mountains
Snow is coming for the mountains, while rain and thunderstorms may hit the Front Range.
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El Paso County Sheriff, county commissioners sue state over immigration laws
Commissioners said current state law prevents law enforcement from detaining criminals.
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Gov. Jared Polis orders Colorado Public Utilities Commission to explore reforms following Xcel power shutoffs
The PUC is welcoming feedback about Xcel’s handling of the power shutoffs as it investigates potential reforms.