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Decision Would Allow Colorado’s Wolf Reintroduction Plan
The federal government is moving a step closer to allowing Colorado's voter-approved plan to reintroduce gray wolves by the end-of-the-year statutory deadline.
Colorado Utility Projects Natural Gas Bills Decline 35% Compared to Last Fall
Colorado consumers can anticipate lower heating bills during fall and early winter due to lower prices of wholesale natural gas, according to a filing from Xcel Energy.
Colorado Trying to Boost EVs Tenfold by 2030 with Rebates + Credits
By handing out thousands in rebates and credits, the state of Colorado has an ambitious plan to get more electric vehicles on the road.
Colorado Renters Will be ‘Biggest Losers’ if Prop HH Passes
Coloradans who rent their homes won’t realize any savings if a November ballot initiative passes as they will lose money through a reduction in tax refunds.
Colorado School of Mines Determines US Sits on Century’s of Gas Supply
A recent analysis determined the United States Sits on a century's worth of gas supply, but industry experts warn there aren't enough pipelines to access it.
Colorado to Phase out Gas-Powered Lawn Equipment for State Agencies
Colorado’s state agencies will soon no longer be allowed to use gas-powered equipment for lawn and garden tasks at state facilities located in certain areas.
University of Colorado Boulder Ranks in Top 10 for Free Speech
The University of Colorado Boulder ranks No. 10 in a national survey gauging freedom of speech on college campuses.
Report: Recent Colorado Regulations Increase Taxes, Fees by $2B
The real wages and purchasing power of Coloradans declined during the last few years in part to major new laws passed, a new report says.
Colorado Ranks Among the Worst States for Housing Affordability
Colorado has seen the second largest decrease in housing affordability in the nation, according to a new report.
Colorado City Plans to Spend Half of $48.6M Homeless Budget on Hotels
Denver's mayor’s administration plans on spending half of $48.6 million budgeted for homeless on purchasing and operating a former hotel.