TikTok Threats A Bipartisan Priority Among Colorado Leaders At Federal, State Levels

Leaders continue to push for greater regulation of TikTok because of what they say are threats to national security and young mental health.

U.S. Senate Leader Calls For Safety Audit Into All Major Railroads After Ohio Derailment

Schumer, a N.Y. Democrat, said that the board should investigate safety practices at the seven Class I freight railroads in the U.S.

Defamation Lawsuit Against Boebert Heading To A Colorado Courtroom, Muckrakers President Says

"A North Carolina political activist is preparing to file a lawsuit against U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert of Silt in federal court in Colorado."

🌱 EPA To Regulate PFAS + Trash Fees No Trash Service + Denver Traffic

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Silicon Valley Bank's Collapse Differs From Our Last Financial Crisis

Regional bank stocks plunged on Monday as the federal government rushed to reassure Americans that the U.S. banking system was stable.

Natural Gas Production Likely Cause Of Southern Colorado Earthquakes, Experts Say

One of the largest earthquakes to hit Colorado in decades rattled homes and businesses near Trinidad on the night of March 9.

Pat Schroeder, Women's Rights Trailblazer, Mourned By DeGette, Colorado Leaders

Schroeder represented Denver in Congress for 24 years beginning in 1972 and was succeeded by the city’s current U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette.

Mural Depicting Diversity In The U.S. On Display In Denver Alongside Tour Of 1776 Musical At DCPA

"Our production reflects what America looks like now," said Liz Mikel who portrays Benjamin Franklin in 1776.

🌱 No Solid Date Yet For Casa Bonita + Drive Thru Weed Store Approved

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Fentanyl Prevention Is Focus Of New Congressional Caucus Co-Chaired By Colorado's Neguse

Democratic U.S. Rep. Joe Neguse is one of four federal representatives leading the new Bipartisan Fentanyl Prevention Caucus in Congress.

Gun Waiting Period, Overdose Prevention Center Bills Advance Despite All-Night Republican Filibuster

Colorado lawmakers advanced two controversial bills in the House early Friday morning despite a Republican filibuster of more than 16 hours.

U.S. House Votes To Roll Back Biden's WOTUS Rule

The U.S. House voted Thursday to undo a Biden administration definition of wetlands that allows for regulations on private lands.

Californians Are Blamed For Colorado Politics. What's The Real Story?

A staple of Colorado folklore is the belief that Californians have migrated to the state and upended normal life.

Immigrant Advocates In Colorado Call On Lawmakers To Update Registry Laws

DENVER, Colo. — Edna Chavez's journey to the U.S. began almost 1,200 miles away in Guatemala.

Biden Says U.S. Bank Deposits Are Safe Despite Tumult Over California Bank Collapse

WASHINGTON — Americans “should feel confident that their deposits will be there, if and when they need them,” Biden said.

Denver Nonprofit Giving All Athletes Ability To Participate In Elite Athletic Clubs

Chance Sports is hoping to level the playing field for families in need.

🌱 RTD Train Derails + Cyclist Shot In Denver + Secret PHGC Investor

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🌱 Downtown Arrests Surge + Why So Windy? + Homeless Survey Results

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EpiPens Would Cost Less Under Bill That Passes Colorado House

The Colorado House passed a bill Wednesday that would cap the cost of epinephrine auto-injector devices, or EpiPens, at $60 for a two-pack.

‘Red Flag' Expansion Among Gun Bills That Advance To Colorado Senate Floor

Three bills aimed at slowing gun violence in Colorado made it through a committee on Wednesday following an all-day hearing at Legislature.

Bills To Protect Abortion Rights, Out-Of-State Patients Announced By Colorado Democrats

Colorado Democrats will introduce three bills that would build upon last year's legislation that enshrines right to abortion into state law.

Biden Budget Asks For 25% Tax On Billionaires, Boosts In Domestic And Defense Spending

WASHINGTON — Biden ready to meet with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to hash out federal spending as soon as House Republicans release budget.

Progressive Agriculture Groups Rally For Land Access, Climate-Smart Policies In Farm Bill

WASHINGTON — Farmers and leaders from more than 20 progressive agricultural groups gathered this week to march on the U.S. Capitol.

GOP Bill Mandating Federal Parents Bill Of Rights Passed By U.S. House Committee

WASHINGTON — House Committee on Education and Workforce approved the measure to empower parents to inspect books and teaching materials.

Norfolk Southern CEO Apologizes For Ohio Crash, But Won't Back Bipartisan Rail Safety Bill

Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw pledged “to make this right,” though he resisted senators’ invitations to endorse policy specifics.

Powell Signals Higher Interest Rates. Here's Why Friday's Jobs Report Will Affect Fed's Decision.

Powell said interest rate increases could be higher and come faster if Friday's unemployment data shows labor market isn’t cooling off.

3 Years After Pandemic Emergency, Colorado Normalizes COVID Care

Colorado still has one remaining executive order in place to support the state’s efforts to mitigate COVID-19.

Head Of Denver Airport Doesn't Need Waiver To Lead The FAA, Biden Administration Says

Federal law requires the FAA administrator to be a civilian and some Republicans would require a waiver from Congress to serve in the role.

Congress Unanimously Votes To Require Declassified Information On COVID-19 Origins

WASHINGTON — The divided 118th Congress approved its first bill Friday.

Drug Distribution On Social Media Discussed In First Report Of Its Kind From Colorado AG

Colorado AG Phil Weiser's office released state's first report detailing how internet and social media are used for illicit drug activity.

🌱Mt. Bluesky Vote Delayed + Lobbyists Give Big $ Denver's Mayor Race

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Bipartisan Group Of Colorado Leaders Urge Biden To Keep Space Command In Colorado

Leaders in both political parties continue their push to keep the U.S. Space Command, sending another letter this week to President Biden.

Former Trump Lawyer Jenna Ellis Censured In Colorado For False Election Claims

The public censure order was signed Wednesday by Presiding Disciplinary Judge Bryon M. Large, who oversees Colorado lawyer discipline cases.

Lawmakers Hear Theories On COVID-19 Origins In U.S. House Hearing

WASHINGTON — Both parties determined the origins could help prepare the U.S. and other countries to fare better during the next pandemic.

Trump ‘White House In Waiting' Helped Develop Ohio Voting Bill Touted As Model For States

Election administrators and some voter advocates say the new bill could increase transparency and confidence in elections.

State Lawmakers, Lobbyists Among Top Donors In Denver Mayor's Race

Candidates in the 17-way contest to succeed three-term Mayor Michael Hancock filed another round of campaign finance disclosures this week.

National Ban On Transgender Athletes In Girls' Sports Passed By U.S. House Panel

WASHINGTON – The bill, H.R. 734, would block transgender girls from competing in school sports consistent with their gender identity.

🌱Eisenhower Tunnel Turns 50 + Clocks Springing Forward + Mobile Homes

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U.S. Agriculture Secretary Unveils Initiatives Aimed At Small And Midsized Operations

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Monday announced new steps the Department of Agriculture is taking to recenter U.S. agricultur ...

Proposal For Firearm-Sale Waiting Period Advances Through Colorado House Committee

House Bill 23-1219 now heads to the full House to consider.