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Colorado Governor Jared Polis Pardons 27 Individuals for Minor Crimes

Colorado Governor Jared Polis Pardons 27 Individuals for Minor Crimes

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has issued pardons for 27 individuals convicted of relatively minor crimes as his term as governor approaches its end. Among those pardoned is Vanessa Peoples, who gained public attention in a 2021 Denver Post story after receiving a $100,000 police brutality settlement from Aurora. Peoples had been subjected to excessive force by officers following a misdemeanor ticket for reckless endangerment and child abuse, which occurred when her son briefly wandered away in a park in 2017. She later pleaded guilty to the charges, avoiding jail time, and was sentenced to probation and parenting classes. Since then, Peoples has earned a nursing certificate from Emily Griffith Technical College. Governor Polis highlighted her strength, work ethic, and determination in his letter to her, noting her commitment to her children and perseverance through adversity. Peoples expressed that the pardon would significantly aid her in securing employment and housing. The pardoned individuals had convi...

Colorado Selected for IBM Impact Accelerator Program to Advance AI and Quantum Readiness

Colorado Selected for IBM Impact Accelerator Program to Advance AI and Quantum Readiness

Colorado Selected for IBM Impact Accelerator Program to Advance AI and Quantum Readiness

Criminals pay restitution. Why doesn't it reach victims? | Opinion

Criminals pay restitution. Why doesn't it reach victims? | Opinion

If governments can search databases to find a criminal's forgotten money, why can't they use the same determination to find the victim?

Wisconsin Governor Evers Grants Commutations to 14 Individuals, Reinstating Process After Decades

Wisconsin Governor Evers Grants Commutations to 14 Individuals, Reinstating Process After Decades

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has granted commutations to 14 individuals, marking the first time such actions have been taken by a Wisconsin governor since former Governor Tommy Thompson. This follows Governor Evers' reinstatement of the state's commutation process earlier this year through two executive orders. Unlike a pardon, which restores civil rights after a sentence is completed, a commutation can reduce a sentence an individual is currently serving, potentially making them eligible for earlier supervised release or parole. The Governor's Commutation Advisory Board reviewed applicants, considering factors such as impact on victims, public safety, prison conduct, and personal growth. Among those granted commutations, Casey Fisher, who has served 32 years of a life sentence, had his parole eligibility date changed to 2039, recognizing his rehabilitation efforts and educational achievements while incarcerated.

Rockies proved to be a good community teammate in 2026

Rockies proved to be a good community teammate in 2026

The organization donated to Athletics & Beyond and Clothes to Kids of Denver

U.S. Forest Service Promotes Christmas Tree Cutting in National Forests for Forest Health and Community Tradition

U.S. Forest Service Promotes Christmas Tree Cutting in National Forests for Forest Health and Community Tradition

The U.S. Forest Service is encouraging the public to obtain permits for cutting Christmas trees in various national forests across the country, including several in Colorado. This annual tradition is supported by the Forest Service not only for its recreational value but also as a tool for improving forest health. In Colorado, permits are available for forests such as Pike, Arapaho, Roosevelt, White River, San Juan, Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests. The permit system helps manage densely populated stands of small-diameter trees, which are often ideal for Christmas trees. By removing these trees in designated areas, the Forest Service aims to allow other trees to grow larger and create open spaces that provide forage for wildlife. Permits are typically secured through Recreation.gov, which also provides maps of designated cutting areas and safety guidelines.

Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado loses House seat to Democrat Eileen Laubacher

Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado loses House seat to Democrat Eileen Laubacher

Democrat Eileen Laubacher has defeated Rep. Lauren Boebert for a Colorado U.S. House seat, ousting a three-term Republican and staple of conservative media

Fitness Retreats Offer Structured Wellness Experiences Across the U.S.

Fitness Retreats Offer Structured Wellness Experiences Across the U.S.

Fitness Retreats Offer Structured Wellness Experiences Across the U.S.

Colorado Congressional Delegation Urges President Trump for Major Disaster Declaration Following Floods

Colorado Congressional Delegation Urges President Trump for Major Disaster Declaration Following Floods

Colorado's entire bipartisan congressional delegation has collectively urged President Trump to approve Governor Jared Polis's request for a major disaster declaration. This request comes in response to severe flooding in southwestern Colorado, which has caused significant damage to homes, businesses, roads, and critical infrastructure. Preliminary assessments indicate nearly $27 million in FEMA-eligible public infrastructure damage in Archuleta and Rio Grande counties alone, with this figure expected to rise. The disaster declaration is crucial for unlocking critical federal assistance needed for recovery and rebuilding efforts in the affected communities.

Extreme Rain Raises Navajo Reservoir by 60 Feet

Extreme Rain Raises Navajo Reservoir by 60 Feet

Back-to-back extreme rain events in late October and early November 2026 caused significant flooding across the Four Corners region of the U.S. Southwest. The Navajo Reservoir, located in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado, rose by nearly 60 feet (18 meters) during this period, reaching its highest level since August 2019. The storms alleviated short-term drought conditions but triggered damaging floods, particularly in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, where the San Juan River reached major flood stage twice. Experts attribute the heavy rainfall to a low-pressure system energized by unusually high ocean temperatures and El Niño patterns.

Huntington Bank Seeks Customer Experience Banker in Green Valley Ranch, CO to Enhance Consumer and Business Relationships

Huntington Bank Seeks Customer Experience Banker in Green Valley Ranch, CO to Enhance Consumer and Business Relationships

Huntington Bank Seeks Customer Experience Banker in Green Valley Ranch, CO to Enhance Consumer and Business Relationships

Heavy Rainfall Alleviates Short-Term Drought in U.S. Southwest, Boosts Navajo Reservoir Levels

Heavy Rainfall Alleviates Short-Term Drought in U.S. Southwest, Boosts Navajo Reservoir Levels

The U.S. Southwest, particularly the Four Corners region, experienced back-to-back extreme rain events in late October and early November 2026. These heavy downpours significantly alleviated short-term drought conditions that had been exacerbated by a snow drought and high temperatures earlier in the year. One notable impact was the rapid rise of water levels in Navajo Reservoir, located in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado. Between September 20 and November 7, the reservoir's water level increased by nearly 60 feet (18 meters), reaching 108 percent of its average capacity for that date. This contrasts sharply with its 60 percent capacity in September. While the rains provided drought relief, they also caused rivers like the San Juan and Piedra to swell, leading to record or near-record flood levels in some areas, including Pagosa Springs, Colorado, where evacuations and property damage occurred.