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Ken Salazar Opposes Colorado Graduated Income Tax Measure
Former U.S. Sen. Ken Salazar urged voters to reject Amendment 87, while a Denver judge allowed the graduated income tax measure to remain on the ballot.
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Denver7 interviews Phil Weiser in Colorado governor race
Denver7 interviewed Democratic gubernatorial nominee and Attorney General Phil Weiser about his campaign priorities, including water, housing, technology, Medicaid spending and state budget questions.
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Colorado Amendment 85 Would Set Ballot Reading Standard
Amendment 85 would require simpler ballot language, while supporters and opponents differ on how an eighth-grade reading standard could be measured and applied.
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Outside groups spend millions in competitive Colorado legislative races
Sentinel Colorado reports outside political groups are directing millions toward several competitive Colorado Senate and House contests ahead of the November election.
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Colorado schools set to receive $16 million for special education and educator workforce programs
Colorado schools are set to receive federal grants for special education instruction, educator workforce development, and recruitment and retention efforts in high-need schools.
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Colorado announces $13.9 million for industrial pollution projects
The Colorado Energy Office announced $13.9 million in grants and refundable tax credits for industrial pollution-reduction projects, including three proposed investments in Weld County.
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Colorado Driver Education Requirements Expand Jan. 1, 2027
North Forty News reports Colorado will expand driver education requirements for first-time permit applicants ages 15 through 20 beginning Jan. 1, 2027.
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Colorado voters face Oct. 26 mail ballot deadline
CBS News reports Colorado voters should mail 2026 ballots by Oct. 26 or use an official drop box, voting center or in-person voting before the Nov. 3 deadline.
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Three candidates outline priorities in Colorado House District 48 race
Greeley Tribune reports that House District 48 candidates discussed data centers, affordability, energy production and education ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
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Outside spending rises in Colorado congressional races
Colorado Public Radio reports substantial outside spending in several Colorado congressional contests, led by the 8th District race that includes part of Weld County.
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Colorado GOP secretary endorses Greg Lopez in governor’s race
Colorado Politics reports that state GOP Secretary Russ Andrews endorsed unaffiliated candidate Greg Lopez over Republican nominee Victor Marx in Colorado’s governor’s race.
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Ballot Issue 7A Sent to About 800,000 Ineligible Voters
Election officials say ballots containing Front Range passenger rail Ballot Issue 7A were sent to about 800,000 voters who are not eligible to vote on the measure.
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.