COLORADO

Mar 15 2026CRIME

11‑Year‑Old Accused in 5‑Year‑Old’s Death

A small town near Denver was shaken when a 5‑year‑old boy died early this week. Police entered the family home that night to investigate the fatal incident in Centennial, a suburb of Denver with fewer than 110, 000 residents. The case is being treated as a homicide. An 11‑year‑old boy from the same

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

A New Way to Tackle Empty Homes in Colorado

Colorado lawmakers heard a proposal that would let local governments tax vacant houses. The idea, called a “ghost tax, ” was meant to force owners of empty homes to pay extra money and help fund affordable housing. The House Finance Committee voted it down, but the discussion is far from over. The

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Colorado's Governor: A Look at the Highs and Lows

Governor Jared Polis's time in office has been a mix of good and not-so-good moments. Let's break it down. First, the economy. Colorado kept growing, and Polis gets some credit for not making things harder for businesses. But, to be fair, the state was already doing well before he started. He didn'

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Jan 21 2026OPINION

Tina Peters' Clemency Bid: A Misstep in Strategy

Tina Peters is seeking early release from jail. Her legal team's recent actions might not be helping her cause. They claimed she was assaulted in a closet at the La Vista Correctional Facility. They said she was attacked from behind. But surveillance video tells a different story. The video shows P

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Jan 16 2026CRIME

Local Leaders Challenge State Over Crime Victim Visas

In a surprising move, two top law enforcement officials in Douglas County have taken legal action against Colorado's governor and other state leaders. Their issue? A 2021 state law designed to make it easier for non-citizen crime victims to apply for U visas. These visas are special permits that all

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Power Play: When Democrats Side with MAGA

In a surprising twist, two Democrats on the University of Colorado Board of Regents have decided to hand over leadership to a Republican. This move raises questions about their commitment to the values they were elected to uphold. In 2020, Colorado voters made a clear choice. They elected a Democra

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

Colorado's Bold Move: Could a State-Run Health Plan Work?

Health insurance costs are skyrocketing. Many people are struggling to pay their premiums. The Affordable Care Act tax credits didn't get renewed. So, 22 million Americans face an average 114% increase in premiums. That's a huge jump. Families are left wondering how to handle this financial hit. Co

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Jan 08 2026WEATHER

Colorado's Winter Surprise: How Much Snow to Expect?

Colorado woke up to a snowy Thursday, with winter weather advisories popping up all over the place. The National Weather Service had a lot to say about it. They warned folks to take it easy on the roads, as snow was expected to pile up in various spots. Some places, like Brighton, Estes Park, and L

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Trump's Water War: Colorado's GOP Reps Break Silence

President Donald Trump has been making waves in Colorado, and not in a good way. He's been holding back funds for projects that would help the state, especially areas that voted for him in the last election. This includes a water pipeline for southeastern Colorado and disaster relief for wildfires a

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

President Trump Blocks Two Bills, Sparks Controversy

President Donald Trump recently made a bold move by vetoing two bills that had support from both Democrats and Republicans. These bills were all about improving infrastructure, but Trump said no, claiming they would cost taxpayers too much money. One of the bills, H. R. 131, was about reducing the

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