Colorado is on the hunt for its next top educator. The state's Department of Education has opened the doors for nominations for the 2027 Teacher of the Year award. This isn't just about finding the best teacher; it's about honoring those who make a real difference in students' lives and communities.
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
Arizona’s basketball squad is heading back to one of the most intense arenas in the country, but this time they have only a single day to recover from their previous game. The Wildcats will confront the No. 14‑ranked Kansas team in Allen Fieldhouse, a venue known for its loud and passionate crowd. T
Arizona's basketball team had a close call against BYU. They almost lost their perfect season. The game was intense and full of drama. Arizona was leading by a lot at one point. Then BYU made a big comeback. The final minutes were nerve-wracking. Arizona's players had to work hard to keep their lead
Colorado is facing a big decision this November. Voters will get to choose whether police must tell federal immigration authorities about certain people they arrest. This is all thanks to Initiative 95, which made it onto the ballot after gathering nearly 190, 000 signatures. The group behind this
Arizona's Attorney General, Kris Mayes, has reached a settlement that puts an end to a troubled chapter in elder care. The agreement bars the former owners of Heritage Village Assisted Living in Mesa from ever providing care to vulnerable adults again. This comes after years of complaints and allega
Arizona saw a massive brawl at a youth sports event, with around 100 people involved. The fight started during a flag football game at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa. Initially, it was just a few players from each team, but things quickly got out of hand when parents and spectators joined in.
Colorado is grappling with a serious child care crisis. The cost of child care is a huge burden for many families. For a single parent, child care can take up nearly half of their income. This is way above the federal affordability benchmark of 7%. The state also has a shortage of spots in licensed
Colorado is getting a big chunk of money to fix health care in rural areas. Over the next five years, the state will receive around $1 billion from the federal government. The goal is to make rural health care better, not just keep hospitals running. But not everyone is happy with the plan. Hospita
Arizona is not just about scorching sun and cacti. It can get pretty cold too! The National Weather Service in Tucson issued a freeze warning on Thursday, Jan. 8. This warning covers several areas, including Upper San Pedro River Valley, Sierra Vista, Benson, and even parts of Eastern Cochise below
