Colorado Lawmakers To Tackle Small Business Relief, Child Care, Housing In Special Session

State initiatives target gaps in federal coronavirus response.

Gov. Polis Quarantines After COVID Exposure

Statement from governor’s office does not say when exposure occurred.

Weld County DA Calls Cop ‘A Danger To Community,’ Refuses To Prosecute Cases From Officer Zach Helbig

Earlier this year, a jury acquitted Helbig on a manslaughter charge for the Jan. 16, 2019, fatal shooting of Shawn Billinger.

How To Avoid Black Friday Scams In Colorado

Consumers in Colorado can take certain steps to lessen the chance of falling victim to a scam.

How To Prevent Freezing Pipes In Your Colorado Home

Here are things to do that will help prevent pipes from freezing in your Colorado home.

How Coloradans Can Have a Safe Thanksgiving Feast: 4 Steps

The pandemic may force a lot of first time chefs to cook a turkey this year. Here are some simple steps to keep things healthy and safe.

No Hazard Pay For Colorado Grocery Workers Despite COVID-19 Surge, Busy Holiday Season

Employees call for stricter safety measures from retailers, customers.

Senators Urge Federal Funding For State Distribution Of COVID-19 Vaccine

$10 billion needed, say public health experts.

How State Political Parties Helped Big Money Pay For This Year’s Elections

Critics call the scheme a Supreme Court-sanctioned money laundering operation.

Gov. Polis Establishes 'Back-To-School Task Force'

A new Colorado task force aims to help school districts offer in-person learning.

Weld County Sheriff Warns Drivers Could Be Fined For ‘Puffing’ Vehicles

What vehicle owners might not know or remember is it is illegal to leave your car running.

West Metro Firefighters Treat 3 Pets With Oxygen After Kitchen Fire

They’re expected to be fine.

Family Of Olivia Gant Notifies Children’s Hospital Colorado Of Intent To Sue For Up To $25M

Olivia’s mother, Kelly Turner is now charged with murdering her.

You Can Cut Your Own Christmas Tree In Pike, Arapaho And White River National Forests

A $10 to $20 permit is required per tree.

Broadmoor Manitou Railway Snowplow Can Cut Through 10-Foot Drifts

The new snowplow is made in Switzerland and can slice through 4,200 tons of snow per hour.

Immigration Advocates Push Biden To Not Just Bring Back DACA But Expand It

Dreamers seek legislation, not just executive orders.

New Oil And Gas Rules Given Final Approval By Colorado Regulators

‘Watershed moment’ as commissioners finalize overhaul of COGCC’s mission.

Holiday Shipping Deadlines Are Approaching In Colorado

Here are the deadlines in Colorado to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.

Gov. Polis Issues Order For Hospitals That Reach Capacity

A new order will allow the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to stop admissions at hospitals that reach capacity.

COVID In Colorado: Ice Castles Set To Open In Dillon With Social Distancing Guidelines In Place

The Town of Dillon was determined to find a way to safely continue one of its iconic winter attractions: the Ice Castles.

COVID In Fort Collins: ‘Tired & Exhausted’ Hospital Workers Receive Words Of Encouragement

Sidewalks and windows were covered with messages of appreciation for those helping Coloradans battle the virus.

King Soopers, Safeway: Thanksgiving 2020 CO Grocery Store Hours

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Thanksgiving staples from Whole Foods, King Soopers, Safeway and other stores in Colorado.

Colorado Coronavirus Emergency Alert Warns Of 'Severe Risk'

An emergency alert in Colorado caused the state's COVID-19 data website to crash.

Washington At A Standstill, As States Face The Loss Of Federal Help Amid ‘The Worst Part Of The Crisis’

Colorado Legislature to convene for special session Nov. 30.

Gov. Jared Polis Appoints Maria Berkenkotter To Be Colorado Supreme Court Justice

With the retirement of Chief Justice Coats, the state’s highest court will comprise only justices appointed by Democratic governors.

Winter Survival Gear Distributed By Aid Groups As Colorado Homeless Shelters Grapple With Limited Space

‘We have a moral responsibility to step up and take care of each other.’

Colorado Makes The Finalist List For Space Command HQ

Five other finalists: Florida, New Mexico, Nebraska, Alabama, Texas.

‘One Step Forward And Two Steps Back’: Navigating Housing Instability During The Pandemic

40.4% of Coloradans are behind on rent or mortgage with eviction or foreclosure looming.

Most In CO Plan Thanksgiving Within Own Household: Patch Survey

Here's how Colorado Patch readers say their Thanksgiving plans have changed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Trump Officials Cast Doubt On CORE Act In Senate Testimony; Gardner Absent

Colorado public lands bill not aligned with GOP’s ‘energy dominance’ agenda.

7 Members Of Congress Test Positive For COVID-19 In One Week, As U.S. Cases Surge

Colorado’s Perlmutter, Lamborn among infected representatives.

‘Save Our Season’: Steamboat Man Starts Campaign To Help Ski Towns During COVID Pandemic

Robin Craigen of Steamboat Springs recently started the campaign called “Save our Season – Stop Our Spread.”

Trail Ridge Road In Rocky Mountain National Park Closed For Season

Trail Ridge Road is the highest continuous paved road in the U.S., at one point reaching an elevation of 12,183 feet.

COVID In Summit County: Ski Vacations Have Changed, Both On The Mountain And Off

“People coming up need to understand that there will be some differences,” said Breckenridge Mayor Eric Mamula.

Is Coronavirus Changing Your Thanksgiving: Take CO Patch Survey

Take Colorado Patch’s survey and let us know whether your Thanksgiving will look different this year.

3,400 Coloradans Have Submitted Positive COVID-19 Tests — A Fraction Of Total — To Notification System

Billed as ‘game-changer,’ system had a slow start as new cases overwhelmed local health departments.

Colorado’s Dismal Recycling Rate Dropped Again In 2019

State efforts to improve waste diversion way off track of 2021 goal.

Greeley Stampede Announces 2021 Lineup

The lineup will feature award-winning country artists, as well as rock and Christian artists.

Yes, Your Employer Can Require You To Get A COVID Vaccine, With Some Exceptions

Colorado is what’s called an 'employment at will' state.

State Leaders, Colorado Education Association Send Mixed Messages About In-Person Learning

Gov. Jared Polis tightens up restrictions due to a surge in COVID-19 cases statewide.