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Democratic Socialist Melat Kiros Unseats Long-Term Incumbent Representative Diana DeGette in Colorado Primary

Democratic Socialist Melat Kiros Unseats Long-Term Incumbent Representative Diana DeGette in Colorado Primary

In a significant upset in the recent Democratic primary in Colorado, democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated long-term incumbent Representative Diana DeGette. Representative DeGette had served in her position since 1997. This victory for Kiros is highlighted as part of a broader trend where progressive and socialist-leaning candidates are making notable gains within the Democratic Party. The article notes that similar shifts have occurred in New York, where progressive-liberal to socialist candidates for the State House of Representatives have unseated established Democratic incumbents. These candidates often run on platforms that include policies such as "Medicare for All," affordable housing, strong ties with labor unions, solidarity with Palestine, and opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The success of candidates like Kiros underscores a growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) or those aligned with its ideology, who are actively contesting primaries at vari...
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Governor Polis Appoints Three Judges to Colorado District and County Courts

Governor Polis Appoints Three Judges to Colorado District and County Courts

Governor Jared Polis has announced three judicial appointments to various courts in Colorado. Lara Y. Nafziger has been appointed to the 4th Judicial District Court, with her appointment becoming effective on October 1, 2026, following the retirement of the Honorable Michael P. McHenry. Ms. Nafziger currently serves as a Magistrate in the 4th Judicial District, handling juvenile, domestic, and criminal matters. Prior to this, she was a Deputy Public Defender in the Colorado Springs Office of the Colorado State Public Defender. Thomas M. Ward has been appointed to the 17th Judicial District Court, effective immediately, filling the vacancy left by the retirement of the Honorable Arturo G. Hernandez. Mr. Ward is currently a District Court Magistrate in the 20th Judicial District and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Colorado Law School. Lastly, Leeah B. Lechuga has been appointed to the Larimer County Court in the 8th Judicial District, effective October 1, 2026, upon the retirement of the Honorable ...
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Week Zero College Football Open Thread

Week Zero College Football Open Thread

It’s been a truly crazy week of college football already, and we haven’t even started the Saturday games yet. To catch you up, on Thursday night NAIA Louisiana Christian became the first NAIA school to beat a Division I scholarship program, downing Northwestern State 42-37. Last night Northern Colorado scored on Weber State to make […]
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NRECA and Partners Enhance Grid Resilience by Undergrounding Power Lines in Pinewood Springs, CO

NRECA and Partners Enhance Grid Resilience by Undergrounding Power Lines in Pinewood Springs, CO

The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), in collaboration with Poudre Valley REA and other cooperative partners, is actively engaged in a project to underground vulnerable power lines in northern Colorado, specifically in communities like Pinewood Springs. This initiative aims to mitigate wildfire risks and bolster the long-term reliability of the electrical grid in mountainous regions. The project receives crucial support from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships program. This collaborative effort highlights how federal partnerships combined with innovative approaches from electric cooperatives can contribute to protecting communities and ensuring the delivery of safe, affordable, and reliable power for future generations.
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Cincinnati Bearcats football predictions for every game in 2026

Cincinnati Bearcats football predictions for every game in 2026

Here are predictions for every Cincinnati Bearcats football game on the schedule for 2026 from UC beat reporter Scott Springer.
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Some US cities have begun rewarding careful drivers with fewer red lights

Some US cities have begun rewarding careful drivers with fewer red lights

Two cities have found a relatively novel way to reduce high-speed crashes by rewarding law-abiding drivers rather than just punishing the lead-footed ones
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Colorado football commit Andre Adams soaking up final TSSAA football season

Colorado football commit Andre Adams soaking up final TSSAA football season

Antioch QB Andre Adams is making sure to soak in his last season with the Bears before enrolling early at Colorado.
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Wyoming governor requests investigation into activity of Justice Department monitors during primary

Wyoming governor requests investigation into activity of Justice Department monitors during primary

Wyoming's attorney general is investigating how two U.S. Department of Justice officials questioned poll workers in the state during its Aug. 18 primary
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Big 12 Power Rankings has few surprises

Big 12 Power Rankings has few surprises

College football kicks off with Week 0. Here's our preseason Big 12 Power Ranking, led by Texas Tech.
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Noncitizen voting claims animate Trump's attacks on midterms and set up potential result challenges

Noncitizen voting claims animate Trump's attacks on midterms and set up potential result challenges

President Donald Trump and his allies are pressing hard about the perceived threats of voting by people who aren't U.S. citizens as the November election approach
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National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Challenges Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Law in Federal Lawsuit

National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Challenges Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Law in Federal Lawsuit

National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Challenges Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Law in Federal Lawsuit
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397-Acre Property in Kiowa, Colorado, Offers Prime Development Opportunity

397-Acre Property in Kiowa, Colorado, Offers Prime Development Opportunity

397-Acre Property in Kiowa, Colorado, Offers Prime Development Opportunity