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Forest Service proposal could expand off-road access on federal lands in Colorado
Colorado Public Radio reports that a Forest Service proposal could change how motorized access is managed on federal roads and trails, with protections considered through planning and public input.
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Colorado Politics column examines diesel costs for agriculture
A Colorado Politics column describes higher diesel costs and difficult growing conditions as added pressures for Colorado producers during harvest.
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Boebert denies allegations in House ethics complaint
The Guardian reports that U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert denied allegations in an ethics complaint that the publication said it had not independently substantiated.
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Greeley Begins Months-Long 9th Avenue Closure for Stormwater Work
A block of 9th Avenue in downtown Greeley is closing for several months as crews install underground stormwater infrastructure and continue phased downtown construction.
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Weld County commissioners to consider Chalk Bluffs energy project
Weld County commissioners are scheduled to consider a proposed wind and solar development in the Chalk Bluffs region after planning commission support.
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Club 20 hosts Colorado candidate debates in Grand Junction
Colorado Public Radio reports that Club 20’s Grand Junction debates brought together candidates in several Colorado races, while some candidates declined to participate.
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CSU Study Examines Irrigation’s Climate Trade-Offs
Colorado State University researchers found that irrigation’s higher crop yields may avoid land conversion emissions that exceed the system’s direct emissions.
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Colorado school districts pursue solutions to chronic absenteeism
Colorado’s chronic absenteeism rate was 27.5% in 2025-26 as districts and statewide partners expanded data, family-engagement and health-focused attendance efforts.
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Gov. Jared Polis signs Colorado pollinator protection order
Gov. Jared Polis signed an order directing Colorado agencies to expand pollinator habitat protections and incorporate conservation practices into pesticide-related standards.
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Colorado House panel recommends censure and restrictions after six harassment complaints
A Colorado House committee recommended censure and workplace restrictions for an unidentified lawmaker after finding harassment occurred in six complaints.
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9NEWS schedules October debates for Colorado’s 4th District and U.S. Senate races
9NEWS plans to air October debates featuring candidates in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District and U.S. Senate contests before the Nov. 3 election.
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Outside groups spend $3.3 million in Colorado congressional races
Outside groups have spent more than $3.3 million in Colorado’s 8th and 5th Congressional District races this month, according to Federal Election Commission records.
Colorado News Roundup
Local and statewide stories that matter to Weld County, with concise summaries, a quick “What to know” takeaway, and links to the original reporting.