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Colorado First State to Push Toward Statewide Use of Data Dashboards to Improve Fairness and Effectiveness of Criminal Justice System with help of CU Denver
Eighteen Colorado District Attorneys’ Offices increase accountability and transparency. Today, four additional Colorado District Attorneys’ (DA) offices unveiled “data dashboards,” publicly available resources designed to promote more effective, just, and transparent decision-making in prosecution. The dashboards are an expansion of the Colorado Prosecutorial Dashboards project to the 9th, 11th, 19th, and 22nd Judicial Districts.
Governor Polis, Philip Morris International U.S. CEO announce new manufacturing facility in Colorado
AURORA, Colo. (KRDO) - Colorado Governor Jared Polis and Philip Morris International U.S. CEO, Stacey Kennedy, announced a new manufacturing facility coming to Aurora, Colorado. The new facility will be dedicated to the production of Swedish Match's ZYN. Philip Morris International announced an investment of $600 million over the next...
250,000 Coloradans Disenrolled from Medicaid: State’s High Rate of Cancellations Raises Concerns About Administrative Efficiency and Healthcare Access!
Colorado Officials Attribute Medicaid Drop to Economic Recovery Critics Challenge Narrative, Cite Reinstatement Eligibility Issues According to KFF Health News, Colorado’s Medicaid program is facing criticism and scrutiny after a significant number of beneficiaries were disenrolled following the lifting of pandemic-era restrictions. Despite Colorado‘s status as a traditionally blue state it stands out for the […]
Comedy Legends Trash Idaho In New National Ad Campaign
Comedy legends Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong are making waves in the cannabis industry with their new hemp-derived Delta-9 THC gummies, Cruise Chews. The ingredients are federally legal, but the iconic duo has hit a snag when it comes to shipping restrictions in certain states. Idaho, in particular, has become the main punchline in their marketing, highlighting the legal restrictions faced by Cheech & Chong's Cruise Chews. However, in addition to Idaho, the product can't be sold in Colorado, Alaska, Hawaii, and Oregon due to state-specific regulations.
Shilo Sanders can 'play free now' for Colorado football in 2024 thanks to additions
LAS VEGAS — Shilo Sanders couldn't help but crack a smile when he was asked about the personnel upgrades to Colorado football's defense. The Buffaloes' leading tackler last season (70) was the only defensive back in the country with four or more forced fumbles, but an improved supporting cast should allow him...
Another Dunkin In Northern Colorado Abruptly Shuts Down
I am starting to get nervous every time I go to one of my favorite restaurants, coffee shops, or stores in Northern Colorado. I am nervous primarily because there have been so many closures recently that it is hard to keep up. Many of us in Northern Colorado have gone...
Famous Colorado Saloon And Concert Hall Closing After 42 Years
After more than four decades of entertaining fans from Colorado and beyond, this legendary and iconic Saloon and Concert Venue in Colorado is being forced to close its doors. End of an Era: Popular Colorado Saloon Closes Its Doors After 42 Years. After more than four decades as a staple...
Researchers seeking children who have autism for music therapy, brain activity study
Editor’s note: This request for research participants was submitted by Professor Patti Davies in the Department of Occupational Therapy. Faculty in the Brainwaves Research Lab and Music Therapy program, which are located in the University Center for the Arts at Colorado State University, are currently looking for participants in an ongoing research study to determine the effects of music therapy in children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Conspiracists’ canvassing effort raised alarm bells, Colorado election official testifies
Colorado’s status as a hotbed of the election denial movement is in the spotlight of a civil rights trial in federal court this week. Defendants Ashe Epp, Shawn Smith and Holly Kasun are accused of violating civil rights laws by launching a door-to-door “voter verification” project in at least four Colorado counties in an attempt […] The post Conspiracists’ canvassing effort raised alarm bells, Colorado election official testifies appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
New scholarship launches this fall
A locally-driven scholarship may be of interest to local seniors starting September. The Michael E. McGoldrick Scholarship launches this fall, granting $100,000 to three students across Colorado and Washington state in four years at college. It’s designed — by Roaring Fork Valley locals — to help catch the students who may still have a financial need but won’t qualify for the cutoffs set by some other scholarships.
Wild Horse Working Group meetings continue
T.J. Holmes, of Disappointment Valley, is still living with the wild horses as a volunteer and partner with the BLM. Holmes, who does documentation and darting of mares for birth control, told the Forum she helps with anything needed: water catchments, fencing and more. This summer she said all is...
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