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Inside the conflict brewing in Prowers County over where to store dead bodies
03/23/2025

Inside the conflict brewing in Prowers County over where to store dead bodies

Prowers County Attorney Rose F. Pugliese told Coroner Thomas Dunagan that the bodies had to be removed from the county annex building, and that the coroner would be personally liable.

Roads close as strong winds lash Colorado’s Eastern Plains
03/15/2025

Roads close as strong winds lash Colorado’s Eastern Plains

Colorado State Patrol warned of “zero visibility due to high winds and blowing dirt” across the southeastern plains.

New Buc-ee’s location on hold, for now, after annexation request withdrawn
03/14/2025

New Buc-ee’s location on hold, for now, after annexation request withdrawn

The proposal to locate one of Buc-ee’s mega convenience stores and gas stations near the El Paso County community has spawned opposition from area residents.

More than 50 universities — including “University of Colorado at Colorado” — face federal investigations as part of Trum...
03/14/2025

More than 50 universities — including “University of Colorado at Colorado” — face federal investigations as part of Trump’s anti-DEI campaign

“Students must be assessed according to merit and accomplishment, not prejudged by the color of their skin,” Education Secretary Linda McMahon said in a statement. “We will not yield on this commit…

Gov. Polis warns about Medicaid cuts by Congress, criticizes tariffs on Canada, presses for ICE transparency
03/14/2025

Gov. Polis warns about Medicaid cuts by Congress, criticizes tariffs on Canada, presses for ICE transparency

Gov. Jared Polis warned Thursday of the impact of potential Medicaid cuts in Colorado, reiterated his support for federal immigration authorities’ efforts in the state and criticized President Dona…

American Airlines plane catches fire at DIA
03/14/2025

American Airlines plane catches fire at DIA

An American Airlines plane caught fire on the tarmac at Denver International Airport on Thursday night, forcing passengers to evacuate the aircraft, according to reporting from Denver7.

Colorado’s U.S. senators say they will vote no on Republican-drafted spending bill
03/13/2025

Colorado’s U.S. senators say they will vote no on Republican-drafted spending bill

John Hickenlooper, Michael Bennet announce votes as Congress faces deadline to avert government shutdown.

Colorado and other Democratic-led states sue to block Trump’s layoffs at Education Department
03/13/2025

Colorado and other Democratic-led states sue to block Trump’s layoffs at Education Department

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser said the Education Department’s funding supports vital special education programs, student loan services and rural teacher training.

Evacuation orders issued for grass fire burning east of Colorado Springs
03/13/2025

Evacuation orders issued for grass fire burning east of Colorado Springs

The heart of the fire is burning near Drennan Road and South Meridian Road, less than 9 miles east of the Colorado Springs Airport, but flames are moving north toward Colorado 94.

Bustang driver injured in rollover crash on state highway in San Miguel County
03/13/2025

Bustang driver injured in rollover crash on state highway in San Miguel County

The Bustang was traveling westbound on Colorado 62 when it drifted off the right side of the road during a curve, went partially up the embankment off the road and rolled onto its left side.

Colorado loses $7.5 million for schools, food banks as USDA slashes assistance programs
03/13/2025

Colorado loses $7.5 million for schools, food banks as USDA slashes assistance programs

Colorado school districts used the federal program to purchase local food and support “socially disadvantaged” and small farmers, producers and ranchers, according to the USDA’s website.

Death toll in Columbine High School shooting increases nearly 26 years later with coroner’s ruling
03/13/2025

Death toll in Columbine High School shooting increases nearly 26 years later with coroner’s ruling

The death toll from the April 20, 1999, school shooting has increased to 13 students and one teacher. The two killers took their own lives.

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