Recidivism – What Works
An interesting report has just been issued on efforts to reduce recidivism (repeat offenders) and what effect incarceration has on …
Resource Sharing
Information on activities and initiatives that promote the sharing of materials, programming, skills, and talents among Colorado’s library and cultural heritage communities.
History of the General Assembly
Just one week remains until the close of another Legislative session. Colorado’s General Assembly has an interesting history and our …
Landlord/Tenant Rights
Yesterday HB08-1356 passed out of the House and will make its way to the Senate. HB1356 gives protections to tenants …
Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day. Around the nation, events are being held to educate people about environmental issues. To find …
New Report on Child Fatalities
On Tuesday the Colorado Department of Human Services released a report on child fatalities and maltreatment, investigating the deaths of …
Tax Day
Today is the last day to file income tax returns, and many folks are scrambling for forms and tax information. …
Political Campaigns
This is the season when political campaigning really gets going, and 2008 is a major election year for both national …
Worried about the economy?
There has been a lot of doom and gloom in reports on the economy in the news lately. Some say …
Safety Clauses
Those who are following the Legislature may be wondering about Rep. Douglas Bruce and his well-publicized and generally unsuccessful crusade …
Oil and Gas
There has been a lot of discussion lately in the news and in the community about the possibility of a …
Colorado’s Budget
The Colorado budget bill known as the “Long Bill” was introduced yesterday. This is the annual bill presented by the …
Salmonella
A recent outbreak of salmonella in Alamosa has caused officials from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to …
Punishing Drunk Drivers
This past Friday HB08-1194 passed through the House Appropriations Committee and will now go on to a full vote of …
Wine Country
Did you know that there is a state agency that focuses solely on wine and grapes in Colorado? The mission …
Colorado Film
One of the best ways to promote tourism in our state is to encourage its use as a location for …
New Fly Fishing Video
The Colorado Division of Wildlife has just released a brand-new DVD, Fly Fishing Colorado. The two-hour video travels to some …
Back to Paper Ballots?
Rumor has it that members of the General Assembly are ready to introduce a bill that will require the use …
Sunday Liquor Sales
After a 40 year ban, liquor store owners might get to start selling on Sundays if SB08-082 passes. And it …
Health Care Reform
Governor Ritter has recently announced his new plan for health care reform which focuses on children’s health and system-wide efficiencies. …
Going out into the storm
Why do people ignore storm warnings, and drive in blizzard-like conditions?The Natural Hazards Center of the University of Colorado at …