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Here are the 14 questions on Colorado’s ballot this November
From funding for abortion to a ban on big cat hunting, Colorado voters have some big decisions to make.
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Dozens of new laws take effect today. Here are 11 that might be relevant to you
Ticket prices, concealed carry training, affordable apartment buildings, diseased potatoes and more.
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Colorado Arts Spotlight: Things to know and do around the state Aug. 2-4
It may be hot outside, but this weekend also brings plenty of cool events to communities around the state.
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Ban on big cat hunting will be on Colorado’s fall ballot
The citizen’s initiative would end the private hunting and trapping of bobcats and mountain lions.
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By Megan Verlee
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Nine new Colorado laws that take effect today
From limits on where people can carry guns to punishments for ‘fake electors’, here are some of the laws that go into force on July 1.
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By Megan Verlee
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Colorado Republican party officials begin process to try to remove chair Dave Williams
A petition signed by party members demands the central committee vote on Williams’ ouster.
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Case testing the constitutionality of Colorado’s anti-discrimination law goes to state supreme court
At question is whether a Lakewood baker can refuse on religious grounds to make a cake celebrating a woman’s gender transition.
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By Megan Verlee
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RMNP’s largest campground will remain closed this summer
This summer’s work at Rocky extends well beyond the campground.
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By Megan Verlee
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“Unprecedented” third elk attack in Estes Park
Wildlife officials want residents and visitors to be extra careful until calving season ends.
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By Megan Verlee
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Snowmelt and thunderstorms could bring hazardous water conditions to the Front Range
Creeks and rivers are running high, fast and cold.
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By Megan Verlee
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Coloradans want their candidates focused on good government and democracy. But that can mean a lot of things
The issue emerged as a top concern in the Colorado Voter Voices survey.
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We are asking Coloradans what they want candidates to focus on this election. Thousands have answered
Survey respondents express frustration with polarization and attack politics. “Stop the vitriol.”
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Voters guide for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District primary
Six Republicans are vying for the seat currently held by Congresswoman Lauren Boebert.
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Voters guide for Colorado’s 4th Congressional District vacancy election and primary
Primary day brings not one, but two, contests for voters in this district.
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By Megan Verlee
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Voters guide for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District primary
It’s a wide-open race this year for the first time in nearly two decades.
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Voters guide for Colorado’s 8th Congressional District primary
Candidates will face off on Tuesday, June 25.
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