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Former Douglas County undersheriff settles lawsuit over firing
A former undersheriff in Colorado has settled a federal lawsuit against her former employer after claiming she was unlawfully fired in retaliation for political differences between her and the former sheriff.Holly Nicholson-Kluth, the former undersheriff of Douglas County, said on Friday that she settled the suit against former Sheriff Tony Spurlock and the county for $1.75 million. Nicholson-Kluth's attorneys call it "one of the largest single-plaintiff employment settlements" in the state."I really feel like this settlement, the whole court process has brought out the truth and this settlement has given me some peace that the truth came out and I...
Colorado college leaders believe Biden order places crucial focus on Hispanic-Serving Institutions
Sign up for our free monthly newsletter Beyond High School to get the latest news about college and career paths for Colorado’s high school grads. Several Colorado colleges with significant Hispanic student populations are hopeful that a Biden administration order will focus attention on how they can better serve their Hispanic students.Last week, the administration announced an executive order to expand educational opportunities for Latinos nationwide. The order includes creating a board of advisors to study how Hispanic-Serving Institutions can better meet the needs of their students.Schools qualify for the HSI designation if at least 25% of their student body...
Colorado's economy sees steady gains across the board, midyear report finds
Halfway through 2024, Colorado's economy remains resilient in some areas while exceeding expectations in others, new data finds. The University of Colorado Boulder released its midyear economic update Thursday which found slight increases in the state's growth domestic product (GDP), employment and overall population. “Based on both the quantitative and...
Home Ownership Takes a Massive Hit in Colorado
As we have come to learn here in Colorado, it’s getting exceedingly difficult to find affordable housing prices. The average rent, for example, is extremely high, sitting at $1,594. That’s the fifth highest average in the entire country. Not to mention, we’re also the 9th worst state in...
The Rocky Mountain NKBA Chapter Throws A Glitzy Bash Celebrating Kitchen and Bath Designers
The Rocky Mountain chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) recently rolled out the red carpet (figuratively speaking!) for its annual Peak Awards Gala, and this year, it was all about the bling! Held at Denver’s Mile High Station under the dazzling theme of 24 Carat Gold, this event wasn’t just Colorado’s top design awards—it was a celebration that mixed glamour with creativity, turning heads and raising glasses to the best in kitchen and bath design.
Popular Colorado TV Anchor To Retire After Nearly 50 Years
Living in Colorado my entire life, I can't help but get sad when another one of my fellow broadcasters hangs up their mic for the last time, especially when it's someone I've watched for as long as I have. Local Colorado TV Anchor & Weather Meteorologist Retires. Did you grow...
Officials warn public about 'hot and heavy' bear activity in Colorado
The season of hyperphagia is still months away and officials are already concerned about a spike in human-bear interactions that have been taking place in southwest Colorado. “We are having to handle a lot of bears right now,” said Colorado Parks and Wildlife Area Wildlife Manager Adrian Archuleta of Durango. “It’s been hot and heavy here for the last two or three weeks, and it’s not showing signs of slowing down. ...
Coloradans in the Games: Looking ahead to Saturday’s Olympics action
Three Colorado Olympians to watch Looking ahead to Saturday’s Olympic action with a focus on those with Colorado connections. 1. The first medal will be awarded following the 10-meter air rifle mixed team competition. Colorado Springs resident Alexis Lagan will be in action at the venue as women’s 10-meter air pistol undergoes qualifying. 2. Nuggets guard Jamal Murray will make his Olympic debut with his native Canada, which faces Greece in group play. 3. Boulder’s Taylor Knibb will compete in the women’s road cycling individual time trial. Knibb will later be in action competing for Team USA in the triathlon.
Local Colorado Business Closed For Good After Over 100 Years
After over a century in Colorado, we're being forced to say goodbye to another longstanding local family-owned and-run Colorado business that has closed its doors for good. After Over 100 Years This Local Colorado Business Is Closed For Good. The goodbye list for small and local Colorado businesses that are...
Colorado celebrates its birthday with upcoming festivals and events
Colorado is quickly approaching its 148th birthday, and the state is ready to celebrate with a slew of events. Celebrate Colorado — a statewide birthday celebration coordinated by Gov. Jared Polis' office — returns Friday through Aug. 4, bringing in the state's birthday with more than 400 festivals, county fairs, art exhibitions, farmers’ markets, concerts and other community events across the state, according to a press release from the governor's office.
Why July is the Busiest Time All Summer for Colorado Police
Late July is one of the busiest times all year for Colorado's police officers and the Highway Patrol. From Grand Junction to Denver, Coloradans are about to see an uptick in the flashing red and blue lights along the sides of our roads and highways. What makes late July such...
High-tech app developers hope to save lives in Colorado disasters
In the military, the "fog of war" refers to the sense of paralysis, panic and confusion that comes with the chaos of combat. But that fog not only impacts U.S. troops in foreign lands, it can impact first responders here at home. "They need to know on the battlefield where the good guys are, where the bad guys are, where the hazards are. And in our public safety world, we need to know where the wildfire is, where our firefighters are," says Brad Schmidt, wildland fire projects manager with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control. And he says...
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