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New Colorado law adds protection for trans community
DENVER — Hurting, harassing or intimidating a person because of their transgender identity is now considered a bias-motivated crime under a Colorado state law that took effect Monday. Jax Gonzalez, Ph.D., political director of the LGBTQ organization One Colorado, said they know the new law is a win but...
A giant tortoise caused a huge traffic jam on I-25 in Colorado
The last thing you want to get stuck behind on an interstate is a tortoise… I hear they don’t go very fast. But that was the unfortunate case for travelers in Colorado this weekend. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) posted a video to its X page on...
Big Retailer’s Future Is Uncertain In Colorado
High volumes of store closures here in Colorado have left many retail stores’ futures uncertain here in the Centennial State. Some have already bitten the dust. Of course, Bed Bath & Beyond closed all of its locations, including the one on College Ave. in Fort Collins. Recently, the clothing...
Colorado Town Bans Sale of One of Nation’s Most Popular Beverages
Breckenridge might just have taken the environmental crown of Colorado from Boulder. As of July 1, residents and tourists can no longer buy a beverage that has outsold soda for seven years. That’s because it comes in plastic. Breckenridge, Colorado, has banned the sale of bottled water as a...
Hot June across Colorado, what's ahead for July; Beryl booms
As early as May, there were plenty of signals that June was going to be a hot one across Colorado. It's likely the data was even underdone a bit. Below are some charts on how hot it actually got. Both Denver and Colorado Springs experienced their second hottest June on record! However, you look back to 2012 for both locations, we were still shy of that year by a good amount. A testament to the parched springs and scorching summer which birthed the infamous Waldo Canyon Fire.
Demographics are changing quickly in America but not in the outdoors. Enter a new Colorado excursion company.
Leaders at Wanderland Outdoors, a new Black-owned Colorado excursion organization, curate nature experiences in a personalized way to promote fun and inclusion. When guests reserve a spot on a tour, Angel Massie and her husband ask what’s important to the participant such as if they prefer special meals related to their culture or ethnicity or if they need special accommodations because they have a disability.
Colorado’s Biggest City Won’t Have Fireworks This Year
One of Colorado's largest city's 4th of July celebrations is doing away with the traditional fireworks show this year. Is this new trend here to stay?. No More 4th of July Fireworks As Major Colorado City Continues A New Show. Thinking back to being a kid, I can relate many...
In ‘Darrell Anderson: Risk & Change,’ an exploration of an artistic life that has touched many
A new exhibition at RedLine Contemporary Art Center celebrates the life and work of a local artist whose impact extends far beyond gallery walls. The retrospective, "Darrell Anderson: Risk & Change", not only showcases Anderson’s decades of artistic creation but also highlights the power of mentorship and community in shaping an artist's legacy.
Two Colorado Powerball Winners Have Yet to Claim $200,000 in Prizes
Two fortunate Powerball players from Colorado have yet to come forward and claim their winnings, amounting to a substantial $200,000. Both tickets were bought at locations just miles apart, underscoring the critical need for awareness among potential winners. Unclaimed Powerball Winnings in Colorado. The first winning ticket was a substantial...
Colorado law goes into effect today limiting certain pesticides. What to know
A Colorado law that limits the use of certain pesticides that kill bees is going into effect today, according to a press release from Environment Colorado. The state legislation, named Neonic Pesticides As Limited-use Pesticides (SB23-266), was originally passed last year. ...
Rural Coloradans show strong support for abortion-rights constitutional amendment
Patty Coen was able to finish her bachelor’s degree because she had an abortion. Ever since, the Southwest Colorado resident has been an advocate for abortion access and reproductive justice. She worked as a nurse at a reproductive-care agency in Durango for about seven years. When a campaign started...
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