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Colorado bill would make sure people leaving prison would get $100, ID documents

Reentry resources meant to ensure successful return to society

March 5, 2026

Regional News

Suspect wanted in three killings arrested in Pagosa Springs

Authorities say 22-year-old man killed women in southern Utah

March 5, 2026

Regional News

Democrats in Colorado Legislature oppose reducing Tina Peters’ sentence, but Polis may do it anyway

Governor offered justification for clemency this week on social media

March 4, 2026

Regional News

Denver named finalist to host 2028 Democratic National Convention

could bring hundreds of millions in economic impact

March 4, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 27-March 1

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Friday 7:45 a.m. A man driving a small SUV reportedly sped past a stopped bus…

March 3, 2026

Regional News

Colorado’s new parks and wildlife director promises transparency, science-based wildlife decisions and more wolves

Clellan named the agency’s acting director on Dec. 1, confirmed Feb. 23

March 3, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 26

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 9:03 a.m. Two dogs were running down the middle of the road on Colorado…

February 27, 2026

Regional News

Former Colorado state senator sentenced to probation for fabricating letters amid ethics investigation

Jaquez Lewis, who resigned from the legislature last year, was convicted of attempting to influence a public servant and forgery

February 27, 2026

Southwest Life

Laura Clellan becomes first female director of Colorado Parks and Wildlife since divisions merged in 2011

commission voted unanimously Monday to confirm her after 150 applicants applied.

February 27, 2026

Regional News

Rep. Lauren Boebert shares photo of Hillary Clinton during deposition, temporarily halting it

Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo. leaves the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center during a deposition of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton…

February 27, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 19-22

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 6:47 a.m. Deputies were contacted about three dogs that were tied up all night…

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Trying to kick that tobacco habit? The Colorado Quitline offers free support and $100

Research shows treatment increases likelihood of success

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Leading Colorado governor candidates spar over best housing approach

Democrats Michael Bennet, Phil Weiser seek to lead state that ranks among the 10 least affordable

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Signatures submitted for anti-trans Colorado ballot measures

Transgender children would be unable to participate in school sports, get gender-affirming surgeries

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Secret societies and masquerade fever took over Colorado’s social scene in the 1870s

soon-to-be Centennial State celebrated Washington’s Birthday with parades, pigeon shoots and decadent costume balls

February 23, 2026

Regional News

How tensions over religion molded Colorado’s constitution

and the Centennial State: School funding, tax exemptions and ‘the God Idea’ sparked protracted debates among delegates in 1876

February 22, 2026

Regional News

Colorado legislators deny records request related to luxury Vail retreat with lobbyists

Proposed lawsuit alleges violation, but group leaders say they relied on advice from nonpartisan state legal advisers

February 20, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 13-15

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Friday 8:46 a.m. Someone’s ex-wife threatened to kill a cat somewhere along U.S. Highway 550.…

February 18, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 7-8, 12-13

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Saturday 10:09 a.m. Someone’s neighbor was putting up speed limit signs on County Road 502.…

February 17, 2026

Regional News

Ballot initiative would add constitutional right to access public meetings and records in Colorado

Efforts have been made to narrow the definition of ‘public business’ and allow more time for records requests

February 16, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 4-5

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 7:57 a.m. Someone found an injured cat in their front yard on Horizon Drive.…

February 13, 2026

Regional News

‘Tamale Act’ would expand the kinds of food Colorado home chefs can sell

Refrigerated and meat items would be allowable under state’s Cottage Foods Act

February 13, 2026

Local News

As some Democratic governors lead on ICE pushback, Jared Polis takes a hands-off approach

leader has asked for more federal accountability, but not tight reins

February 12, 2026

Regional News

Colorado’s Attorney General just launched a new system for reporting misconduct by ICE

it actually work?

February 12, 2026

Regional News

Colorado man who abused nearly 200 corpses gets 40 years, families call him a ‘monster’

Crystina Page, left, hugs Angelika Stedman on Feb. 6 outside of the El Paso County Courthouse in Colorado Springs, ahead…

February 6, 2026

Regional News

ICE is violating court order against warrantless arrests in Colorado, lawyers say

Attorneys representing immigrants are asking a federal judge to intervene – again

February 6, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Jan. 30-Feb 2

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Saturday 12:15 p.m. A German shepherd was loose on County Road 142. 5:26 p.m. Someone’s…

February 5, 2026

Regional News

Colorado Democrats advance bill to allow individuals to sue ICE agents

of immigration-related bills announced ahead of committee hearing

February 5, 2026

Regional News

A flood of proposals to change Colorado peak names faces opposition

Attorney has submitted proposals for 97 new names of peaks

February 3, 2026

Regional News

Colorado River governors express cautious optimism after ‘historic’ D.C. meeting

Gov. Polis among participants in eleventh-hour gathering

February 2, 2026