By Jennifer Shutt of Colorado Newsline
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News
Income Tax Bill Increases Economic Disparities in Colorado, Analysis Shows
A bill passed by the Colorado Legislature this year that adjusts taxpayer refunds will benefit high earners but decrease refunds for most Colorado taxpayers.
News
FACT CHECK: Conservative Think Tank Falsely Claimed DEA Seized Enough Fentanyl in 2023 To Kill Everyone in CO ’36 Times Over’
A conservative think tank’s false claim about the amount of fentanyl seized by the Drug Enforcement Administration in Colorado last year is being spread by media and political figures.
Opinions
Polis’ Vetoes Undercut Majority Will at the State Legislature
The six bills Polis rejected had earned 417 ‘yes’ votes to 156 ‘no’ votes. That’s a massive margin of approval.
News
Dozens of High-Stakes Initiatives Could Appear on Colorado’s 2024 Ballot
Questions over a new state election system, abortion, tax rates and anti-trans rules advance.
Opinions
Heat Pumps are Essential for Colorado’s Climate and Public Health
Access to affordable and energy-efficient cooling is necessary for relief from extreme heat.
Opinions
Here’s Why Colorado Charter Schools Need More Transparency & Accountability
The Legislature should change the law to ensure taxpayers are not in the dark about how charter schools spend public money.
Opinions
Dear Legislators: In 2024, Turn Down the Noise
Colorado lawmakers shouldn’t be more interested in manufacturing content than passing bills.
Opinions
Permanent Protection for the Dolores River is Biden’s Opportunity to Secure a Conservation Legacy
The river sustains communities and exemplifies the power of our natural places.