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Photo Courtesy of Colorado Politics. Thousands of immigrants in Colorado are expected to lose their full Medicaid coverage beginning Thursday, Oct. 1, as new federal eligibility requirements take effect. The change stems from the federal reconciliation law passed in 2025, which changed the categories of noncitizens who can receive federally funded Medicaid coverage. Colorado legislative staff estimate that approximately 7,000 people in the state will lose their full Medicaid

Colorado is investing millions of dollars to expand access to electric vehicle fast charging across the state. The Colorado Energy Office and Colorado Department of Transportation have awarded approximately $23 million in grants to support new electric vehicle fast-charging infrastructure. The funding is part of the state's broader effort to expand charging access along highways, in rural communities and in areas where drivers have fewer options to recharge. Colorado now has

Photo Courtesy of The Denver Post. Football season is officially underway in Colorado, and for many across the state, that means Sundays are once again centered around the Denver Broncos. The Broncos picked up their first win of the regular season Sunday, rallying past the Jacksonville Jaguars 20-13 at Empower Field at Mile High. After trailing 13-3 early in the second half, Denver scored the final 17 points of the game to complete the comeback. Rookie running back Jonah Cole

Colorado voters will head to the polls this fall for a midterm election that will determine who represents the state in Congress, who leads Colorado's executive branch and who will serve in the state legislature and local government. For voters in Fountain and southern El Paso County, the November ballot will include federal, statewide, state legislative and county races, as well as statewide ballot measures and a regional transportation question. The 2026 General Election is

With summer winding down and the November election approaching, El Paso County voters are officially entering the final stretch of the 2026 election season. In just about one month, ballots for the Nov. 3 general election are expected to begin arriving in Colorado voters’ mailboxes, giving residents plenty of time to research candidates, consider ballot questions and make their choices before Election Day. Colorado’s 2026 general election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3, wit

Colorado voters should still expect their November election ballots to arrive by mail in early October, despite a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling involving President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to impose new restrictions on mail-in voting. Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold said the Supreme Court’s decision does not currently change the state’s election procedures or its plans to mail ballots to voters. The Supreme Court’s Aug. 24 decision allowed the Trump

Two Colorado State Patrol troopers were wounded Tuesday morning after a traffic stop on U.S. Highway 24 near Woodland Park turned into a shooting, prompting a major law enforcement response in Teller County. The shooting happened at approximately 7:15 a.m. near U.S. 24 and Piney Point Lane, west of Woodland Park and near the Crystola area, according to the Colorado State Patrol. The troopers were conducting a traffic stop when shots were fired, striking both officers. One tro

Beginning August 1, Coloradans will see the implementation of one of the state's most significant firearm policy changes in recent years. Senate Bill 25-003, signed into law in 2025, will establish new requirements for purchasing certain semiautomatic firearms, affecting not only gun owners, but also firearm retailers, local governments, and businesses across Colorado. While the law has generated considerable debate since its passage, many residents may still be unaware of wh

Photo courtesy of the Garfield County Sheriff's Office. Travelers planning a trip through Colorado's mountain corridor may want to check their route before leaving home this week. Cleanup efforts are still underway after a powerful mudslide forced the closure of portions of Interstate 70 in western Colorado, creating delays that stretch far beyond the affected area. The closure came after heavy rainfall and flash flooding sent mud, rocks, and debris across the interstate near

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, it stands at a rare historical threshold- close enough to its founding to feel its origins still echo through daily life, yet far enough removed that its early struggles now read like distant chapters in a long, unfinished story. The Semiquincentennial is not just a commemoration of a date in 1776; it is a reflection on how a bold and fragile experiment in self-governance became a global example of democracy, expansion, c

Colorado voters casted their ballots in Tuesday's primary election, narrowing the field for several statewide and local races that will appear on the November general election ballot. While many contests were decided quickly, others remained too close to call as election officials continued counting ballots Wednesday. One of the night's closest races came in the Republican primary for governor, where State Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer held a narrow lead over Victor Marx by roughly

As Colorado prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday on Aug. 1, communities across the state are reflecting on the people, places and events that have defined the Centennial State for a century and a half. While Denver often takes center stage in Colorado's history, El Paso County has long played a pivotal role in shaping the state's identity. From the towering presence of Pikes Peak to the military installations that have become synonymous with national defense, El Paso Coun

As Colorado voters head to the polls for Primary Election Day today, many politically engaged Coloradans spent the weekend gathering in Castle Rock for the inaugural Rocky Mountain Voice Freedom Fest, a two-day event that brought together elected officials, media personalities, community members, and families for a variety of speakers, entertainment, and activities. Held June 26th-27th at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, the festival was organized by Rocky Mountain Voice as pa

For many Southern Colorado residents, this week felt like living in two different disasters at once. To the southeast of Fountain, smoke from the rapidly growing Hammer Fire filled the horizon as firefighters worked around the clock to contain thousands of acres of burning grassland. Mandatory evacuations forced families from their homes, roads were closed, and anxious residents watched updates, hoping shifting winds wouldn't send the fire closer to their neighborhoods. By we

The Fountain community and the State of Colorado have lost a devoted leader, advocate, and public servant with the passing of former State Representative and Fountain City Councilmember Lois Landgraf. For decades, Lois dedicated her time, energy, and expertise to serving others. Whether at City Hall, under the Gold Dome, or in countless community organizations, she approached every role with a commitment to making Fountain and Southern Colorado stronger for future generations

Mild Winter Raises Fire Concerns Across Fountain and Colorado Colorado residents are being urged to take fire danger seriously after a mild, dry winter left grasses and other fine fuels ready to burn earlier than usual. The National Weather Service has already issued far more Red Flag Warnings across the state than normal for this point in the year. One report found that Colorado had reached 114 Red Flag Warnings so far in 2026, more than double the number seen by the same ti

Colorado drivers, farmers, and small businesses are once again learning a difficult lesson about the global economy: even an energy-producing state cannot insulate itself from instability overseas. The conflict in Iran has already begun rippling through fuel markets, driving up gasoline and diesel prices across the United States and adding fresh uncertainty to the oil industry. At the center of the concern is the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping cho