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"Four-term Democrat faces off against Republican newcomer in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District race" #coleg
Four-term Democrat faces off against Republican newcomer in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District race | SummitDaily.com
In November, four-term Democrat incumbent Rep. Joe Neguse and Estes Park Republican challenger Kelley Anne Dennison will face off to represent Colorado’s deeply blue 2nd Congressional District in Washington, D.C. The district covers much of...
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October 8, 2026 at 3:32 PM
"Four-term Democrat faces off against Republican newcomer in Colorado’s 2nd Congressional District race" #coleg
"In November, Coloradans will be asked whether the right to hunt and fish should be enshrined in the state constitution, defining those activities as the preferred way to manage the state’s wildlife." #coleg
Should Colorado establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish? Amendment 83 asks voters to decide. | SummitDaily.com
In November, Coloradans will be asked whether the right to hunt and fish should be enshrined in the state constitution, defining those activities as the preferred way to manage the state’s wildlife. Amendment 83 was...
www.summitdaily.com
October 8, 2026 at 3:02 PM
"In November, Coloradans will be asked whether the right to hunt and fish should be enshrined in the state constitution, defining those activities as the preferred way to manage the state’s wildlife." #coleg
"Democratic Incumbent U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper and Republican state Sen. Mark Baisley are facing off in the November 3 election for one of Colorado’s two U.S. Senate seats." #copolitics
Q&A: Meet the candidates running to represent Colorado in the US Senate | SummitDaily.com
Democratic Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper and Republican state Sen. Mark Baisley are facing off in the Nov. 3 election for one of Colorado’s two U.S. Senate seats. The Summit Daily asked each candidate five...
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October 8, 2026 at 2:33 PM
"Democratic Incumbent U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper and Republican state Sen. Mark Baisley are facing off in the November 3 election for one of Colorado’s two U.S. Senate seats." #copolitics
"Q&A: Meet the candidates running to represent Colorado House District 57" #copolitics
Q&A: Meet the candidates running to represent Colorado House District 57 | SummitDaily.com
Democratic incumbent Rep. Elizabeth Velasco is running against Republican Russ Andrews in the Nov. 3 election for Colorado’s House District 57. The Summit Daily asked each candidate five questions about some of the key issues...
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October 8, 2026 at 1:34 PM
"Q&A: Meet the candidates running to represent Colorado House District 57" #copolitics
"Q&A: Meet the candidates running to represent Colorado House District 13" #denver
Q&A: Meet the candidates running to represent Colorado House District 13 | SummitDaily.com
Democrat Consuelo Redhorse and Republican Miguel Martinez are the candidates in the Nov. 3 election for Colorado’s House District 13. The Summit Daily asked each candidate five questions about some of the key issues facing...
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October 8, 2026 at 1:13 PM
"Q&A: Meet the candidates running to represent Colorado House District 13" #denver
"The two candidates vying to represent Colorado House District 57, Democratic incumbent Rep." #coleg
House District 57 candidates offer contrasting visions for Colorado’s Western Slope | SummitDaily.com
The two candidates vying to represent Colorado House District 57, Democratic incumbent Rep. Elizabeth Velasco and Republican challenger Russ Andrews, agree that affordability, public safety and the region’s infrastructure need attention, but they differ sharply...
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October 8, 2026 at 12:46 PM
"The two candidates vying to represent Colorado House District 57, Democratic incumbent Rep." #coleg
"In the lead-up to the November 3, 2026, election, Boulder Reporting Lab asked each of the 19 mayoral and city council candidates to answer our questionnaire." #boulder
What Boulder City Council candidates say they want to accomplish in their first year
BRL asked mayoral and city council candidates to name one specific thing they want to accomplish in their first year.
boulderreportinglab.org
October 7, 2026 at 4:30 PM
"In the lead-up to the November 3, 2026, election, Boulder Reporting Lab asked each of the 19 mayoral and city council candidates to answer our questionnaire." #boulder
"On a recent cold, fall afternoon, clouds slung so low that the tops of the iconic Maroon Bells peaks weren’t visible. But throngs of visitors still looked up, hoping to glimpse the bell-shaped peaks looming over a famously clear lake." #denver
As Pitkin County looks toward management of the Maroon Bells, what does it mean for the iconic place?
The Maroon Bells Scenic area draws hundreds of thousands of visitors, but the U.S. Forest Service doesn’t have the funds to run it
www.cpr.org
October 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM
"On a recent cold, fall afternoon, clouds slung so low that the tops of the iconic Maroon Bells peaks weren’t visible. But throngs of visitors still looked up, hoping to glimpse the bell-shaped peaks looming over a famously clear lake." #denver
"Denver police can’t ticket Waymos. State lawmakers may soon change that. appeared first on Denver Westword. Hannah MetzgerAudio By CarbonatixWaymo has hit a few speed bumps in its first month operating in Denver." #coleg
Denver police can't ticket Waymos. Legislators may change that.
Colorado law has no mechanism for citing driverless cars for traffic violations. State lawmakers plan to propose new regulations next year.
www.westword.com
October 7, 2026 at 3:32 PM
"Denver police can’t ticket Waymos. State lawmakers may soon change that. appeared first on Denver Westword. Hannah MetzgerAudio By CarbonatixWaymo has hit a few speed bumps in its first month operating in Denver." #coleg
"SCOTUS hears Boulder big oil lawsuit; Opposition builds against Brighton data center expansion; Two dead after small plane crashes south of Boulder" #boulder
SCOTUS hears Boulder big oil lawsuit; Opposition builds against Brighton data center expansion; Two dead after small plane crashes south of Boulder – KGNU Community Radio
SCOTUS hears Boulder big oil lawsuit; Opposition builds against Brighton data center expansion; Two dead after small plane crashes south of Boulder – KGNU Community Radio
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October 7, 2026 at 3:02 PM
"SCOTUS hears Boulder big oil lawsuit; Opposition builds against Brighton data center expansion; Two dead after small plane crashes south of Boulder" #boulder
"A Republican rancher is challenging the incumbent Democratic candidate in November’s race for Colorado’s Senate District 8, which covers 10 counties in the northwest corner of the state." #coleg
Republican rancher challenges Democratic incumbent in Colorado Senate District 8 covering the Western Slope | SummitDaily.com
A Republican rancher is challenging the incumbent Democratic candidate in November’s race for Colorado’s Senate District 8, which covers 10 counties in the northwest corner of the state. Corey Marshall, a fourth-generation Coloradan who owns...
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October 7, 2026 at 2:33 PM
"A Republican rancher is challenging the incumbent Democratic candidate in November’s race for Colorado’s Senate District 8, which covers 10 counties in the northwest corner of the state." #coleg
"Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court was confirmed by the Senate on this day in 2018." #boulder
The term’s first arguments | SCOTUSblog
Plus, key takeaways from a lengthy order list.
www.scotusblog.com
October 7, 2026 at 1:34 PM
"Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court was confirmed by the Senate on this day in 2018." #boulder
"Six candidates at a League of Women Voters forum laid out sharply different visions for Erie’s future, with recurring disagreements over development, the SM Energy mineral-rights deal, Red Tail Ranch and the Northern Integrated Supply Project."
Erie at a crossroads: council candidates differ on growth, water and oil and gas - Yellow Scene Magazine
On October 5 2026, candidates for Erie Town Council gathered for a Candidate Forum hosted by the Women's League of Voters of Boulder County. Candidates agreed on affordability, transparency and infrastructure but sharply disagreed on how Erie should grow, regulate development, affordable housing, oil and gas operations and pay for water.
yellowscene.com
October 7, 2026 at 1:13 PM
"Six candidates at a League of Women Voters forum laid out sharply different visions for Erie’s future, with recurring disagreements over development, the SM Energy mineral-rights deal, Red Tail Ranch and the Northern Integrated Supply Project."
"Boulder 2026 Voter Guide: What to know before Election Day, Nov. 3" #boulder
Boulder 2026 Voter Guide: What to know before Election Day, Nov. 3
Boulder voters will choose a mayor and five city councilmembers on Nov. 3. Use this guide to compare candidates, understand local ballot measures and make a plan to vote.
boulderreportinglab.org
October 7, 2026 at 12:46 PM
"Boulder 2026 Voter Guide: What to know before Election Day, Nov. 3" #boulder
"Colorado’s only operating large-scale gold mine generated $830 million in economic impact statewide last year. That’s according to a new report commissioned by SSR Mining Inc."#denverr
Cripple Creek and Victor gold mine generated about $830 million in economic activity statewide last year
About 430 mine employees extract more than 150,000 ounces of gold each year.
www.cpr.org
October 6, 2026 at 7:56 PM
"Colorado’s only operating large-scale gold mine generated $830 million in economic impact statewide last year. That’s according to a new report commissioned by SSR Mining Inc."#denverr
"During the school year, DJ Pollard teaches English and humanities at Summit Middle School. He coaches basketball. He regularly takes gigs at local happy hours with a band." #denver
An extra furlough day means hundreds of dollars less for Summit School District employees | SummitDaily.com
Editor’s Note: This story was updated to correct the spelling of DJ Pollert’s last name. During the school year, DJ Pollert teaches English and humanities at Summit Middle School. He coaches basketball. He regularly takes...
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October 6, 2026 at 7:27 PM
"During the school year, DJ Pollard teaches English and humanities at Summit Middle School. He coaches basketball. He regularly takes gigs at local happy hours with a band." #denver
"Inside Chief Justice John Roberts are two wolves. The first wolf is a staunch conservative who spent much of his career litigating on behalf of corporate interests." #boulder
The Supreme Court is looking for a way to bail out Big Oil, in Suncor v. Boulder | VoxVoxPodcastVideoVoxCloseVideoPodcastCrosswordFacebookInstagramYoutubeRSSTikTokVoxShareGiftPodcastVoxFacebookInstagramYoutubeRSSTikTok
They just can’t come up with a legal argument that would allow them to do so.
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October 6, 2026 at 7:14 PM
"Inside Chief Justice John Roberts are two wolves. The first wolf is a staunch conservative who spent much of his career litigating on behalf of corporate interests." #boulder
"The Supreme Court’s new term begins Monday with cases on climate change, religious rights and President Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigration high on the agenda." #copolitics
A new Supreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights - Sentinel Colorado
The Supreme Court's new term begins Monday with several high-profile cases on the docket, including challenges to climate change liability, assault weapons bans, immigration enforcement policies, voting requirements, and religious rights.
sentinelcolorado.com
October 6, 2026 at 6:57 PM
"The Supreme Court’s new term begins Monday with cases on climate change, religious rights and President Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigration high on the agenda." #copolitics
"Court sends mixed signals on whether it will allow state-tort suits seeking to hold energy companies liable for climate change to go forward" #copolitics
Court sends mixed signals on whether it will allow state-tort suits seeking to hold energy companies liable for climate change to go forward | SCOTUSblog
Court sends mixed signals on whether it will allow state-tort suits seeking to hold energy companies liable for climate change to go forward
www.scotusblog.com
October 6, 2026 at 6:28 PM
"Court sends mixed signals on whether it will allow state-tort suits seeking to hold energy companies liable for climate change to go forward" #copolitics
"Colorado extends Aurora Water’s comment deadline for Wild Horse Reservoir permit" #denver
Colorado extends Aurora Water's comment deadline for Wild Horse Reservoir permit - Sentinel Colorado
Local water conservation groups expressed concerns regarding the impact on Eagle and Colorado rivers.
sentinelcolorado.com
October 6, 2026 at 5:59 PM
"Colorado extends Aurora Water’s comment deadline for Wild Horse Reservoir permit" #denver
"It’s the first Monday in October, which means it’s the first day of a new Supreme Court term. Amy commented on what to watch in the months ahead in an interview with PBS News." #boulder
The first Monday in October | SCOTUSblog
Plus, Justice Alito’s press tour for his new book is underway.
www.scotusblog.com
October 6, 2026 at 5:58 PM
"It’s the first Monday in October, which means it’s the first day of a new Supreme Court term. Amy commented on what to watch in the months ahead in an interview with PBS News." #boulder
"Should transgender students be barred from joining K-12 school or college sports teams that align with their gender identity?" #denver
Prop 134 could end transgender participation in Colorado school, college athletics - Sentinel Colorado
That has nothing to do with protecting kids. — Nadine Bridges
sentinelcolorado.com
October 6, 2026 at 5:29 PM
"Should transgender students be barred from joining K-12 school or college sports teams that align with their gender identity?" #denver
"An Arapahoe County district court judge on Sunday turned back a request from an Aurora voter to intervene in an underway local ballot question election, alleging the city didn’t go far enough to transmit criticism of the questions to voters."
Judge rejects request to intervene in Aurora's 3 bond-issue ballot props with election underway - Sentinel Colorado
(Brown) offers no argument or evidence showing that the current summary poses a risk of real, immediate, and irreparable harm.”
sentinelcolorado.com
October 6, 2026 at 5:14 PM
"An Arapahoe County district court judge on Sunday turned back a request from an Aurora voter to intervene in an underway local ballot question election, alleging the city didn’t go far enough to transmit criticism of the questions to voters."
"Boulder’s climate lawsuit reaches Supreme Court, with cases nationwide at stake" #MarshallFire
Boulder's climate lawsuit reaches Supreme Court, with cases nationwide at stake
Justices questioned both sides over whether Boulder can seek climate damages under Colorado law, as local officials and residents rallied behind the eight-year case.
boulderreportinglab.org
October 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
"Boulder’s climate lawsuit reaches Supreme Court, with cases nationwide at stake" #MarshallFire
"The Supreme Court kicked off its new term Monday with tough questions about the future of Boulder’s blockbuster climate suit . The justices are considering Suncor v." #MarshallFire
Supreme Court hears Boulder climate case as Trump administration urges court to kill it
The high court will not issue an opinion on the contentious case for several months
www.cpr.org
October 6, 2026 at 4:31 PM
"The Supreme Court kicked off its new term Monday with tough questions about the future of Boulder’s blockbuster climate suit . The justices are considering Suncor v." #MarshallFire