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Game 86: Twins at Astros
First Pitch (CT): 7:10 PMTV: Twins.TVRadio: TIBN/830 WCCO/102.9 The Wolf /Audacy AppKnow Yo’ Foe: Crawfish Boxes After taking a series from the Colorado Rockies, the Twins are heading to Houston to face the Astros. An up-and-down season has Astros in a similar spot as the Twins: just below .500 and fighting to cement themselves in […]
What to Watch in Colorado Primary Elections: Will Left-Wing Energy Keep Rising?
Primaries on Tuesday will be the latest test of Democrats’ anti-establishment mood.
Colorado court rejects November ballot initiatives aimed at redrawing congressional districts
Colorado voters won’t get to decide this November on whether to change the state’s congressional districts to favor Democrats
A.I. takes center stage in health topics discussed at the Aspen Ideas festival
Right now, some of the world's brightest leaders, scholars and artists are in Colorado for the Aspen Ideas festival. NBC News’ Kate Snow went to discuss how A.I. Is reshaping the classroom and how we manage our health.
Live Results: Colorado midterm primaries
The Democratic gubernatorial primary between U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet and state Attorney General Phil Weiser will not only determine who might lead Colorado, but it could also create an opening in the closely divided U.S. Senate.
Socialists take fight west, target Colorado in latest bid to oust Democratic Party establishment
Democratic Socialists of America target Colorado primaries as DSA-backed Melat Kiros challenges Rep. Diana DeGette in Denver's 1st Congressional District.
When sushi meets schools in rural Colorado, everyone wins
NATHAN YIP FOUNDATION Greenwood Village By JOANNE DAVIDSON SPECIAL TO COLORADO POLITICS News: Sushi-lovers from Denver and beyond know that they’re in for a treat when the Nathan Yip Foundation hosts its annual Sushi Party. The rush to purchase tickets begins months in advance and when the big day arrives, the event space atop The Dome at AMG is filled to capacity. […]
Colorado Supreme Court: Redistricting plans for 2028 election cannot proceed under state constitution
The Colorado Supreme Court blocked all attempts at redrawing congressional district boundaries for the 2028 election from reaching the ballot on Monday, concluding each of the proposed ballot measures violated the constitutional single-subject requirement. The court considered five distinct, but related, ballot measures. Three proposals would have redrawn U.S. House of Representatives districts to give […]
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Colorado's state primary
Democratic voters in Colorado will decide in a state primary which of two well-known statewide officeholders to nominate to replace term-limited Democratic Gov. Jared Polis.
Add Lynn Bartels to Colorado’s roll call of legends
A few weeks after the Rocky Mountain News shut its doors forever in 2009, more than 600 Republicans gathered for the state party’s annual Centennial Dinner. Lamenting the historic significance of the loss of one of Colorado’s great daily newspapers, the state chairman noted the presence that evening of former Rocky political reporter Lynn Bartels […]
Conservation efforts emphasize the lesser prairie chicken
Reid DeWalt, deputy director of Colorado Parks and Wildlife, spoke to the Water Resources and Agriculture Review Committee about the Lesser Prairie Chicken and moving conservation forward. He said in 2026, CPW staff counted 77 males on 13 leks, a number that has dropped year over year since 2024. There are fewer than 1,000 chickens […]
Colorado’s regulations should address policy challenges only as truly needed
As Colorado approaches its 150th birthday, we should remember its first 100 years were characterized by repeated boom-and-bust economic cycles. Dependence on mineral extraction and agricultural commodity prices was subject to the volatility of these markets. In 1972, as I arrived in Denver with Ma Bell, 40,000 metro households were waiting for dial tone since […]
The last, best hope for the Colorado GOP
If the Colorado Republican Party desires to retain any relevancy, let alone wrest back any of the levers of political control in the state, it needs to elect Barb Kirkmeyer in the June 30 primary. To be sure, Kirkmeyer would be a solid candidate for governor in any case, whether or not she shared the […]
Progressives look to Colorado as next test of a rising movement
Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old democratic socialist and lawyer, is challenging 15-term Rep. Diana DeGette for a solidly blue seat in Denver, where she and her allies hope voters are ready for change.
Carman: Tuesday’s election is more than just a primary. It’s a colossal opportunity to change history.
The template for tyrants goes back at least to Ancient Rome and, as Nero discovered, generally ends badly.
Read Michener’s ‘Centennial’
If you’ve been reading my columns, you’ve noticed I’m basically illiterate. I blame my dyslexia and public education, but my Olympic-level laziness could be the driving factor. Anyway, I basically can’t read (and, still, I graduated from CU Boulder, so another endorsement of public higher education). So, for me to recommend a book is like […]
Hunter Goodman smashes three home runs vs. Twins
Colorado Rockies designated hitter Hunter Goodman hit three long home runs against the Minnesota Twins on Saturday. Goodman crushed two no-doubters — solo shots in the first and third innings — in his first two at-bats against Twins starter Mike Paredes. Then, after grounding out in the fifth, Goodman came up with two runners on base and the Rockies leading 3-2 in the seventh.
End of season sale offers professional Colorado sports team gear to support sports charity
Colorado microbiome expert shares ways to improve gut health
Egor Shilov Drafted 43rd Overall By Colorado Avalanche
Penn State hockey commit Egor Shilov was drafted 43rd overall by the Colorado Avalanche in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft: Shilov quickly flew up the NHL Draft radar after an outstanding 2025-26 season with the Victoriaville Tigers of the QMJHL. He had 82 points (32 goals, 50 assists) in the regular season, good for 7th […]
Colorado Politics Calendar June 29-July 5
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
As Colorado votes, rural voter politics could influence key races
Rural doesn’t necessarily mean conservative, and the opinions of these 10 voters run the gamut.
EVA HENRY: Corruption resurfaces in Adams, Arapahoe County politics linked to One Main Street
Corporate dark money groups are funneling millions into eleven different races statewide.
The 2026 Colorado Rockies my dad would have loved
Productive additions prove to be easy to cheer on
Psychedelic Science 2027 Speaker Submission Invites the Field to Bridge Promise and Practice
Psychedelic Science 2027 (PS27) convenes May 3–7, 2027, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver under the theme “Bridging Promise & Practice”PS27’s speaker submission is now open through Friday, September 18, with no planned extensionsPS27 welcomes proposals across science, therapy, policy, culture, industry, the humanities, spirituality, connected movements, and the wisdom traditions that have carried this work for generations DENVER, June 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Multidisciplinary
CU Director of Sports Medicine Dr. Eric McCarty Provides Capitol Hill Briefing on College Athletics Landscape
The University of Colorado's Director of Sports Medicine Dr. Eric McCarty was among a prestigious panel of physicians and coaches leading a briefing on Capit...
Who gets to decide Colorado’s economic future?
By Sarah Blackhurst Colorado’s prosperity depends on industries that grow our food, build our future and power our homes. But today, these sectors face an invisible threat from 5,000 miles away: the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D). This foreign regulation requires companies to mitigate environmental and human-rights effects throughout their entire global […]
Smoky skies prompt health advisories in Colorado’s mountains as wildfires balloon across the West
A haze from out-of-state wildfires is choking the Colorado mountains as widespread drought and persistent hot, dry weather continue to elevate the fire danger. The smoke wafting across the Western Slope is primarily from three...
How Brexit broke British politics
Brexit has had a lasting impact on British politics, causing a decade of turmoil and division, and resulting in the resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer after two years of economic stagnation and a divided electorate.
Perks of the job: Save on entertainment and essentials with BenefitHub
State of Colorado employees have access to a wide-ranging corporate discount marketplace, and those eligible for benefits at Metropolitan State University of Denver can take advantage of them with their University email. The State of Colorado BenefitHub offers deals on thousands of products, ranging from vacation and event tickets to insurance and other essential services. […]
Scientists catch classical space-time crystals moving like Majorana quasiparticles
A research team from Hiroshima University, the University of Colorado, and other collaborators have demonstrated that space-time crystals—exotic structures that, under external drive, loop endlessly through ...
Red Sox beat the Rockies 5-2 behind Sonny Gray's 11 strikeouts
Wilyer Abreu and Nate Eaton drove in two runs each to back an 11-strikeout performance from Sonny Gray and the Boston Red Sox beat the Colorado Rockies 5-2.
Derrick White takes role in Colorado
White was announced Tuesday as the president of basketball strategy for his alma mater, Colorado.
Rockies square off against the Red Sox in series rubber match
The Colorado Rockies and Boston Red Sox play on Wednesday with the winner claiming the three-game series.
Colorado author shares straightforward tools for improving men's mental health
Road-funding initiative in Colorado qualifies for November ballot
A measure that would dedicate all transportation-related revenue to Colorado’s roads and bridges has officially qualified for the November ballot after it cleared the state’s signature threshold, according to election officials. Backed by the coalition Restore Our Roads, Initiative No. 175 would require that all transportation-related revenue be used exclusively for building and repairing roads […]
Road-funding initiative clears signature threshold, qualifies for November ballot
A measure that would dedicate all transportation-related revenue to Colorado’s roads and bridges has officially qualified for the November ballot after Initiative No. 175 cleared the state’s signature threshold, according to the Secretary of State’s Office. Backed by the coalition Restore Our Roads, Initiative 175 would require that all transportation-related revenue be used exclusively for […]
Judge strikes down SNAP restrictions on soda and other items in 5 states
The judge said that her order applied to the programs in Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, Tennessee and West Virginia
I take a yearly girls' trip on a 14-hour Amtrak train; worth it
Each year, my friends and I travel from Utah to Colorado on an Amtrak train. The long ride is cheap and the perfect place for us to catch up.
Rockies rally for 3-2 win over Red Sox
Jake McCarthy hit a three-run triple down the left-field line in the ninth inning and the Colorado Rockies rallied to beat the Boston Red Sox 3-2.
University of Colorado purchases high-rise in Denver's Central Business District
Changes are coming to the University of Colorado Denver after the school purchased a high-rise in the Central Business District, creating opportunities to expand students' career and research experiences.
Rockies host the Red Sox to open 3-game series
The Colorado Rockies begin a three-game series at home against the Boston Red Sox on Monday.
Heat pump rebate programs spur adoption but threaten small Colorado businesses
A major blindspot around heat pump rebates is just coming into view, and it may change the service industry in Colorado forever.
Mental health partnership aims to give young doctors in training the self-care skills to cope with stress of the job
Becoming a doctor requires long hours, over many years, often with a lot of stress. A mental health program at CU Anschutz aims to give young doctors the
Fantasy Baseball 2026: Winners and Losers From Week 12
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost a game in Colorado because of a cleat. The cleat of pinch-runner Billy Cook grazed third baseman Kyle Karros’s glove on a slow ground ball that would have otherwise tied the game. The call gave Paul Skenes a loss instead of a no-decision and surely fantasy baseball results were harmed by the call, which was the actual correct call.
Democratic candidates DeGette, Kiros and James clash in CD1 forum
The three Democratic candidates for Colorado’s 1st Congressional District clashed on Friday night over a host of issues, even as they expressed frustration with their party. The candidates — U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, doctoral student Milat Kiros and university regent Wanda James — took part in the forum moderated by Colorado Politics reporters on Friday […]
Colorado Politics Calendar June 22-28
CoPo’s weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
‘We’d love to see prices go down’: Colorado Springs business looks ahead amid falling diesel prices
Within the past month, Colorado has seen record-breaking diesel prices.
Lynn Bartels, a former newspaper reporter who covered Colorado politics for decades, dies at 69
A journalist who covered Colorado politics for decades has died. Lynn Bartels reported for the Rocky Mountain News and the Denver Post, and she often worked with CBS Colorado on election coverage.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Colorado Rockies: Bubba Chandler vs. Kyle Freeland
The Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.
Lynn Bartels, ‘Grand Dame’ of Colorado politics, dies
Lynn Bartels, a former Rocky Mountain News and Denver Post reporter celebrated for her dogged reporting, deep sources and infectious personality, has died.
Lynn Bartels, a venerable and tenacious reporter at the Denver Post and Rocky Mountain News, dies at 69
Lynn Bartels, a venerable Colorado journalist for more than two decades who possessed a massive Rolodex that seemed to perpetually spin with the names of the state’s biggest — and not so big — players in politics, died…
Denver’s celebrated political reporter Lynn Bartels has died
She is remembered for her ability to get a scoop, her grit and her depth of knowledge about Colorado politics.
Colorado’s oldest business was family-run for eight generations
Almost 170 years ago, an influential figure in western settling of the San Luis valley opened a store that still operates today.
Private equity has no place in health care
By Miah Ntepp Of all the financial pressures placed on working people in this country, the skyrocketing costs of health care rank near the top. As families struggle under the cuts to Medicaid made by the Trump administration, they are now facing yet another barrier to affordable health care: the increasing incidence of predatory private […]
Colorado counselor says that for men, asking for mental health help is a strength
Sports betting is changing the game for Colorado’s fans and athletes as big money adds new pressures
Since 2020, Colorado’s gamblers have wagered $28.4 billion on sports bets, averaging $418.7 million monthly. All that money is changing games for both fans and athletes.
Colorado’s gamble on sports betting
A Denver Post special report examining how the legalization of online sports betting impacted addiction, water funding and athletes.
How sports betting became Colorado’s ticket to funding $140 million in water conservation projects
Supporters say the gambling money is a godsend. Critics say legalized sports betting has come at a cost — fueling an addiction crisis that Colorado is unprepared for.
The state that will tell us who’s winning the Democratic civil war
Longtime Colorado Democrats are facing anti-establishment challenges. Who will prevail?
Nuanced differences on business issues separate Democratic gubernatorial hopefuls
Both Democratic gubernatorial candidates vow to boost Colorado's business atmosphere, but they offer different approaches to doing so.
Colorado influencer uses social media to cover elections
Influencer Haley Metzger's Instagram explains Colorado politics to tens of thousands.
Deion Sanders' Son Ready To Get His Health Checked After Cancer Survivor Father's New Initiative
Deion Sanders’ health scare began with a routine scan, the kind that most men would rather delay. Fortunately, it caught his bladder cancer early, and now the Colorado head coach is trying to push that lesson onto other men, starting with his eldest son.
Where Colorado's Republican gubernatorial candidates stand on business issues
The Republican gubernatorial candidates largely agree on issues like housing and job creation but offer different implementation plans.
A graduated tax plan could undercut Colorado’s business competitiveness, analysis warns
A proposal to move Colorado to a graduated income tax — taxing individuals and businesses at different rates based on their earnings — could generate more than $2 billion in its first year, but it may also weaken the state’s business climate, according to a new analysis from the Common Sense Institute. Initiative No. 195, […]
Blue state’s anti-ICE pledge collapses as GOP warns of new sanctuary ‘confederacy’
Colorado reverses controversial requirement that attorneys certify they would not share court information with federal immigration enforcement agencies.
Central City Flower Girls: A treasured tradition marks its 94th year
CENTRAL CITY OPERA Central City News: The 94th presentation of the Central City Flower Girls got off to its usual booming start, thanks to a perfectly timed dynamite blast that reverberated from an undisclosed location within earshot of the Teller House Garden. The window-rattling boom may startle those unfamiliar with the time-honored tradition, but it generates knowing smiles and a smattering of applause from everyone else. Once the sound subsides, master of ceremonies Roopesh Aggarwal, vice president/investor relations […]
Colorado primary for U.S. Senator: Candidates John Hickenlooper and Julie Gonzales
The race between U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper and state Sen. Julie Gonzales has emerged as one of Colorado’s most intriguing Democratic primaries. Gonzales is running on a message of generational change, arguing that Democrats need a more aggressive approach and that a vote for Hickenlooper will just mean “more of the same.” Hickenlooper, a fixture […]
Colorado health clinic reopens months after shooting
Monday Musings: Road tripping
Happy Monday, errrrrrbody. Hope your weeks have gotten off to a great start. It’s been a minute for me on here. Went out West on vacation and had a heck of a time. Hit up western Colorado and eastern Utah. Mesa Verde, Moab, national parks, etc. Pretty damned nice weather and scenery. And that trip […]
Colorado Attorney General Democratic primary: Meet the candidates
One of the most closely watched contests on the June primary ballot is the four‑way Democratic race for Colorado attorney general. With Attorney General Phil Weiser term‑limited and running for governor, attention has shifted to the candidates vying to replace him and the qualifications they bring to the state’s top legal office. Running for attorney […]
NWA Women in Business: Kelli Stueve
Residence: Springdale Education: B.S., mathematics with computer science minor, 2003, Morningside College; MBA, emphasis in finance, 2012, University of Colorado Denver Professional background: Stueve has more than 20 years of...
Secretary Kennedy Joins Secretary Burgum to Launch GetActive.gov During Colorado ‘Take Back Your Health’ Tour
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. launched GetActive.gov, a new national resource to help Americans improve their health.
Colorado flips three-star offensive tackle from powerhouse SEC program
Colorado football pulled off an impressive recruiting flip Sunday evening, landing a three-star offensive tackle from a top SEC program.
Rockies Hit Early, Often, and Late in Destroying Athletics
Colorado Rockies decided to have some batting practice in Las Vegas on Sunday, totally dominate Athletics.
Colorado health startup helping people with cystic fibrosis stay active
Why I’m voting Democrat
It makes no sense to be a Republican in Colorado. Or a Democrat for that matter. On the day I turned 18, even before I bought my first legal 3.2 beer (remember 3.2 beer?), I went to the courthouse and registered to vote (remember registering to vote?). I joined the Republican Party. Even at 18, […]
Opinion | Dennison: I’ll fight for responsible spending, reducing unnecessary regulations and help small business and more if elected
Like many Coloradans, I’ve grown increasingly frustrated watching Washington become more focused on partisan gamesmanship than solving real problems. Families, workers, retirees and small business owners across Colorado are facing challenges that politicians love to...
Avalanche Expect Full Health Despite Makar Injury Questions After Playoff Exit
Colorado Politics Calendar June 15-21
CoPo’s weekly political calendar helps you find political and public policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, state and local party conventions, assemblies, debates, rallies, parades, speaking engagements, traveling dignitary appearances, water meetings, book signings, county commission hearings, city council meetings and more. As a subscriber, […]
Legislative primaries could determine whether business issues take top priority
Voters will decide 23 legislative primaries on June 30. Many pit candidates focused on economic issues with those focused on social issues.
Stance On Science Wants Science Elevated In Colorado
Science affects every part of our daily lives in Colorado, yet too often, it is left out of the decisions that build our livelihoods.
Diamondbacks fans demand accountability after sweep by Marlins
PHOENIX — After winning four series against the Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants before the end of May, Arizona Diamondbacks fans hoped the momentum would carry into June. Unfortunately, the opposite happened, and now they’re demanding accountability.
Opinion | Dennison: I’ll fight for responsible spending, reducing unnecessary regulations and help small business and more if elected
Like many Coloradans, I’ve grown increasingly frustrated watching Washington become more focused on partisan gamesmanship than solving real problems. Families, workers, retirees and small business owners across Colorado are facing challenges that politicians love to...
Opinion | Dennison: I’ll fight for responsible spending, reducing unnecessary regulations and help small business and more if elected
Like many Coloradans, I’ve grown increasingly frustrated watching Washington become more focused on partisan gamesmanship than solving real problems. Families, workers, retirees and small business owners across Colorado are facing challenges that politicians love to...
Douglas County and Children’s Hospital Colorado partner for new youth mental health crisis services
Today’s youth face a fresh set of expectations and societal pressures that can be difficult to manage. That’s why the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners approved an agreement with…
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. to visit Fort Carson, Colorado
Colorado maternal care grade drops
Rural care gaps and limited treatment options remain major barriers.
New sports betting law protects against addiction, exposure to kids in Colorado, according to lawmakers
A new law signed by Gov. Jared Polis adds restrictions to sports betting in Colorado, preventing ads that target children and young adults and limiting how often bettors can deposit money.
Colorado Scales Back Software and Other Business Tax Exemptions
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) signed legislation repealing a series of business tax exemptions to raise revenue for an expanded working families tax credit and balance out revenue gaps resulting from President Donald Trump’s 2025 tax law.
GEO Group sues Colorado to stop law requiring health and safety inspections of immigrant detention facilities
The private company that operate centers like the one in Aurora claims the new law to oversteps the state's authority.
Primary ballots hit mailboxes in high-stakes election year in Colorado
County clerks began mailing primary ballots to voters on Monday, as Colorado wades deeper into a crowded election year. Voters will face a long list of choices in both the June 30 primary and the November general election. Every major state‑level office — the governor’s seat, notably — is on the ballot, while Colorado’s 8th […]
Colorado Supreme Court to decide whether out-of-state defendant may be prosecuted for in-state crime
The Colorado Supreme Court recently announced that it will decide whether Douglas County prosecutors had grounds to pursue criminal charges against a woman in New York whose conduct occurred outside of Colorado. Erin Brennan and her children lived in New York, and her ex-husband moved to Colorado after their divorce. In 2022, she proposed a […]
CR-Connect Dealer Tour | Axis Business Technologies Is Focused on Its Local Colorado Communities
Axis Business Technologies, a traditional office technology dealer, focuses on service & subscription-based, intelligent document processing (IDP).
More than 40,000 Coloradans will need a new health insurance carrier next year. Here’s who is affected.
Cigna is withdrawing from the individual health insurance market nationwide starting in 2027, impacting more than 40,000 Coloradans.
Aging Matters: Colorado scientist’s discovery of a gene for longevity was a ‘game-changer’
Tom Johnson passed away this year at the age of 77. He was known as “the father of genetic gerontology.”
Bennet wants to be Colorado’s next governor
U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet is considered the front-runner in the Colorado Democratic Party primary contest for governor. His major opponent is current Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser. The Democratic primary election is June 30. Registered Democrats and unaffiliated voters who choose to can vote in this election. Ballots are being mailed out starting Monday. Michael F. Bennet, 61, was born in New Delhi, India, where his father […]
Photos: How public health officials track Colorado’s tick populations
2026 is a bad tick year. Colorado is taking a more hands-on approach to studying them.
Is Jared Polis turning into Dick Lamm?
By Jon Caldara Dick Lamm was Colorado’s longest-serving governor, at 12 years in office (a close second goes to Roy Romer). And during those three terms, he slowly drifted to the right. Not because he became a Republican or even a conservative. He never did. He simply spent enough time governing to become less impressed […]
Hamilton leads Brewers against the Rockies following 4-hit performance
The Milwaukee Brewers take on the Colorado Rockies after David Hamilton had four hits against the Rockies on Saturday