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Shasta County is considering hiring Tina Peters to fill a role in its elections office as a contract employee for Assistant Registrar of Voters Brent Turner. Peters was convicted on charges related to the breach of Mesa County election equipment and recently released from a Colorado state prison after her sentence was commuted. Despite her past conviction, she agreed to travel to Shasta County to work in person.

State leaders of both parties are calling for a rebalancing of power, believing the federal government currently wields too much authority. Bipartisan groups of governors and lawmakers aim to shift more control back to the states regarding issues such as elections, energy, and education. These officials argue that a renewed focus on federalism could lower national polarization by reducing the central role of the president.

Governors from Colorado and Utah, representing different political parties, discussed the need to rebalance state and federal power at the National Governors Association meeting. They emphasized states' rights over elections, energy, and education, with bipartisan calls for reducing federal influence and returning authority to states.

Governors from both parties advocate for rebalancing federal and state power, emphasizing states' control over elections, energy, and education. They highlight bipartisan efforts to reduce federal overreach and address political polarization by decentralizing decision-making.

Governors and lawmakers from both parties emphasize the need to rebalance state and federal power, advocating for states to maintain control over elections, energy, and education. They argue the federal government has grown too powerful and call for bipartisan cooperation to shift authority back to states.

Columnist Mike Littwin asked his readers for their thoughts on Governor Jared Polis's recent inexplicable behavior. Readers responded in large numbers.

A new Colorado law allows survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking to testify virtually via closed-circuit television. Stalking survivor Coles Whalen supports Senate Bill 26-095, which aims to reduce trauma for victims by keeping them physically separated from defendants during testimony. The law also includes Anti-SLAPP provisions and reforms forced arbitration for sex assault survivors.

Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Division of Criminal Justice reported a 10.7% decrease in violent crime rates in Colorado from 2024 to 2025, resulting in 3,372 fewer reported violent crimes. Property crime rates also declined statewide in 2025.

Colorado experienced significant declines in violent and property crime in 2025, with homicides dropping 16.8% and motor vehicle thefts falling 36.8%. Governor Jared Polis attributed the reductions to data-driven public safety initiatives. However, Denver saw a 35% rise in homicides in 2026 despite overall statewide declines.

ACCO Engineered Systems, an employee-owned mechanical contracting and system engineering company, will expand operations in Monument, Colorado, creating 135 jobs. The expansion was announced by Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade.

Colorado was ranked first in education by U.S. News & World Report. Governor Jared Polis acknowledged the ranking but described it as 'a low bar.'

Aurora has opened a new ZYN nicotine pouch manufacturing facility operated by Philip Morris International, creating 500 jobs and $550 million in annual economic impact. While officials like Governor Jared Polis and Mayor Mike Coffman highlight economic benefits, concerns from Selena Dunham of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids about youth exposure to nicotine products persist.

Columnist Mike Littwin claims Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, described as a capitalist, has suddenly begun opposing socialism. The article questions the reasons behind this shift.

Governor Jared Polis is leaving office with most of his fellow Democrats disapproving of his decisions, which have aligned him more with libertarian tech bros and Republican pundits than his own party. The article questions if Fox News will be next in line for criticism.

Michael Whatley criticized North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper for a court-ordered settlement that led to mass prisoner releases during the pandemic, contrasting it with approaches by Democratic governors in Colorado and Illinois. Cooper defended his actions, stating he opposed the releases and highlighted Whatley's past calls for improved prison conditions during the pandemic.

Columnist Mike Littwin argues that Jared Polis, Melat Kiros, and democratic socialists do not pose a threat to America. The article dismisses concerns about these individuals and their political ideology.

The state will fund five affordable housing projects in Denver totaling over 400 units, supported by Proposition 123. Projects include supportive housing for low-income families and communities in neighborhoods like Golden Triangle and Montbello, with funding allocations ranging from $1.45 million to $6 million.

Colorado's $50 million Firehawk helicopters have not been deployed to the Aspen Acres Fire, the state's largest wildfire, despite being stationed in Broomfield and Montrose. The aircraft have instead been used on smaller fires like Ferris, Elk, and Gold Mountain. The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control has not explained the lack of deployment.

States like Maryland, Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, and Utah have passed new juvenile justice laws, with some prioritizing rehabilitation and reducing adult system transfers while others impose stricter penalties. Hawaii’s law requires trauma consideration in juvenile-to-adult court transfers, and Colorado mandates trauma-informed care and treatment plans for youth offenders.

Governor Jared Polis thanked workers who rebuilt the Beulah bridge overnight and visited the Disaster Assistance Center in Pueblo for Aspen Acres Fire victims. The bridge near Beulah burned, prompting the overnight reconstruction effort.

Governor Jared Polis opened a historic safe at the Cañon City Museum of Colorado Prisons during an anniversary event. The safe, brought to Cañon City in 1871, had not been opened in nearly 60 years and contained prescriptions for cocaine.

Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Department of Revenue announced extended tax deadlines and relief options for individuals and businesses affected by wildfires. The measures aim to assist those impacted by the ongoing wildfires across the state.

More than half a dozen states, including Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, and Utah, have passed new juvenile justice laws this year, with some focusing on rehabilitation and diversion from incarceration while others impose stricter penalties. Research highlights the increased reoffending risk for youth incarcerated in adult prisons, influencing debates over trauma-informed approaches and legal reforms.

More than half a dozen U.S. states have enacted new juvenile justice laws this year, with some prioritizing rehabilitation through trauma-informed care and diversion programs while others impose stricter penalties. States like Hawaii and Colorado have introduced measures requiring consideration of trauma and individualized treatment, contrasting with approaches that expand adult prosecution of minors.

More than half a dozen U.S. states, including Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, and Utah, have passed new juvenile justice laws this year. Some states focus on rehabilitation and diversion from incarceration, while others impose stricter penalties, reflecting a nationwide divide in approaches to juvenile justice.

Residents of Hartman, a small Colorado town, traveled to urge the state to reject a petition for abandonment due to failing water infrastructure and lack of functioning government. A new law allows expedited abandonment proceedings for towns like Hartman, but residents argue against it, seeking state assistance to preserve local control.

Three firefighters—Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson—killed in the Snyder Fire near Grand Junction, Colorado, were honored at a memorial service. The event included speeches and a traditional last call from dispatch, with Colorado Governor Jared Polis ordering flags flown at half-staff statewide in their honor.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis terminated two clemency board members for disclosing he ignored their unanimous recommendation to reject Tina Peters' clemency application. The board members, Hannah Seigel Proff and Azra Taslimi, criticized the decision as unequal justice, while Polis cited a confidentiality breach as the reason for their removal.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis commuted the sentence of Tina Peters, who tampered with voting machines to claim the 2020 election was rigged against President Trump. The governor fired officials who opposed this decision.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis fired two members of his clemency advisory board for publicly disclosing their votes regarding the commutation of Tina Peters' sentence. Peters was convicted of election-related crimes and released after her sentence was commuted in May, sparking criticism from Democrats and the state party.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis fired officials who opposed freeing an election denier. He asked the clemency board to reconsider the case amid pressure from the president.

Governor Jared Polis ordered Colorado flags to fly at half-staff on Thursday, July 2, to honor Sergeant Devin A. Seibel, a Fort Carson soldier who died in Iraq on May 31, 2026. The tribute occurred from sunrise to sunset.

Fast-moving wildfires are scorching thousands of acres across the western United States, driven by low humidity, dry vegetation, and strong winds. The Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado burned over 28,000 acres and 155 structures, while the Snyder Fire killed three firefighters. Evacuations are ongoing as dangerous fire weather persists through the week.

Phil Weiser defeated Michael Bennet in Colorado's Democratic primary for governor, preventing Bennet's move from the Senate to the governor's residence. Weiser is positioned as the favorite in November's election, while Bennet is expected to remain in the Senate. The primary highlighted a split within Colorado's Democratic establishment, with Weiser leveraging his legal background and Bennet relying on institutional support.

Phil Weiser defeated Sen. Michael Bennet in Colorado's Democratic primary for governor, positioning him as the likely candidate to replace term-limited Gov. Jared Polis. Bennet's loss means he will remain in the Senate, avoiding a potential vacancy. Weiser's campaign emphasized his legal background, while Bennet argued for his Senate experience in fighting Trump.

A joint press conference for the Aspen Acres Fire is scheduled for 3 p.m. on June 30 in Beulah, involving Pueblo and Custer counties. FOX21 News will provide a live stream of the event. Colorado's Governor Jared Polis announced updates regarding the fire.

Colorado wildfires have burned over 80,000 acres, with prime fire conditions expected Tuesday due to strong winds. The Snyder Fire and Gold Mountain Fire are among the largest, threatening areas in Mesa and Ouray counties. A red flag warning and fire restrictions are in effect statewide.

Multiple large wildfires are burning in western Colorado, causing evacuations, closures, and rapid spread due to high winds. The Snyder Fire merged with other fires and resulted in three firefighter deaths, while the Gold Mountain Fire, caused by a tree falling on a power line, has burned over 4,200 acres and prompted evacuations in Ouray County.

Colorado Democratic voters will choose between U.S. Senator Michael Bennet and Attorney General Phil Weiser in a gubernatorial primary to replace term-limited Governor Jared Polis. Republicans will select a nominee from Scott Bottoms, Barb Kirkmeyer, or Victor Marx, who leads in fundraising and external ad spending.

Democratic voters in Colorado will select between two statewide officeholders in a primary to replace term-limited Gov. Jared Polis. The primary aims to nominate a candidate to succeed Polis.