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February 3rd 2026

First deadline of universal preschool program took place yesterday.

Yesterday was the first deadline for Colorado families to apply for the first round of the 2026-2027 universal preschool program. More than 23,000 Colorado families have already applied. If you missed out on yesterday's deadline, applications for the second round are due by March 15th. Direct enrollment will then begin on April 1st. The universal preschool program offers up to 15 hours of tuition-free, high-quality preschool for all children, with additional hours available for qualifying families. The program has served more than 87,000 children since it launched in 2023. For help with enrolling, go to help.upk.colorado.gov/hc/en-us. You can also call 303-866-5223 between 8am and 8pm, Monday through Friday. Interpreters are available.

CDA confirms new pathogenic avian influenza detections.

The Colorado Department of Agriculture has confirmed three new detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza in backyard flocks in Larimer and Logan counties, and an additional detection in a commercial egg layer operation in Weld County. All premises are currently under quarantine orders and control areas have been set up in Weld and Logan counties. The state veterinarian's office is urging all flock owners to remain highly vigilant, monitor their birds closely for any signs of illness and, most critically to immediately reinforce and practice strict biosecurity measures to protect their flocks. HPAI is a viral disease that can cause severe illness and death in poultry. The recent detections signal that the virus is circulating, often carried by migrating wild birds. More information can be found on HPAI by going to ag.colorado.gov/category/hpai.

Pueblo County Sheriff's Office announces Sunday's brushfire cause.

The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office said yesterday that a brushfire on Sunday was caused by a construction saw. According to the sheriff's office, The Pueblo West Fire Department and The West Park Fire Protection District responded to a brushfire south of Pueblo early Sunday morning. The fire was quickly knocked down, although crews remained on scene to mop up. The fire was estimated to be between 150 and 200 acres and was caused by the use of a construction saw cutting metal.

Durango College Student arrested in case.

19-year-old Jackson Keller, a Fort Lewis College Student, was arrested late last week after an investigation into an alleged murder-for-hire plot was completed. According to The Colorado Bureau of Investigation, evidence was found suggesting that Keller allegedly tried to persuade two different people to kill another student in exchange for money. Keller was arrested on Thursday on charges of criminal solicitation for first degree murder, homicide, and unlawful possession of a weapon on college grounds.

Great Sand Dunes National Park to host scientists in paid summer internship program.

The Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve will host a scientists in parks paid summer internship program, and a southwest conservation corps paid internship position for the 2026 summer season. The scientist internship position will work with the park biologist, archaeologist and geologist. The conservation corps intern will assist interpretive staff in the interpretation, education and visitor services branch. For more information about these summer paid internship opportunities, contact Park Ranger Luke Anders at 719-378-6342 or email luke_anders@nps.gov.

February 2nd 2026

Top fundraisers begin to emerge in CO Gubernatorial Race.

With 46 active candidates in Colorado's Gubernatorial Race, some are beginning to emerge as the top fundraisers. According to The Colorado Secretary of State's website, the top fundraisers on the Democratic side are Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser who has raised $4,669,051. U.S. Senator Michael Bennet comes in 2nd at $3,479,745. Labor Leader Anthony Martinez rounds out the top 3 with $200,450 raised thus far. On the Republican side, Victor Marx, a former marine & entrepreneuer, has raised $625,193. State Senator Barb Kirkmeyer comes in second with $381,466. And, Robert Moore, an army veteran and entrepreneur comes in 3rd with $208,308 raised thus far.

Colorado caregivers to testify at State Capitol today.

Caregivers of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those with medically complex conditions, say they plan to testify at the Colorado State Capitol today. A large group is planning to attend the joint budget committee meeting at 1:30pm in person and virtually to share their stories with the committee. This comes after Governor Jared Polis signed executive orders that will cut paid caregiving hours for adults with disabilities by 50% beginning April 1st. Polis says the cuts will help to ensure the long-term sustainability of Colorado's medicaid program as the state continues to face an estimated $850 million budget shortfall.

PFAS chemicals found in Baxter water and services system.

State health officials say that elevated levels of PFAS chemicals have been found in the Baxter water and services system, located east of Pueblo. The Baxter water and services system serves around 350 people, who were notified last week after state testing found PFAS levels above the federal drinking water standard. PFAS chemicals are often refereed to as "forever chemicals" because they don't break down easily in the environment. Studies have shown that some PFAS compounds lead to an increased cancer risk, immune system effects and developmental risks in children. The company plans to issue PFAS-approved pitcher filters to each affected household while it works with CDPHE to determine the next steps.

Interview with Colorado District 47 State Representative Ty Winter.

Today I want to bring you the remainder of the conversation I had last week with District 47 State Representative Ty Winter. I asked Ty to address rising utility costs…. (cart cut 1) District 47 State Representative Ty Winter.

January 30th 2026

Colorado paid caregivers could see funding cuts.

Paid caregivers in Colorado could see cuts to their medicaid funding in an effort to get the state's budget under control. Beginning April 1st, Colorado will cut the maximum number of paid caregiver hours per week from 112 hours to 56. The new limit will impact home health aides, personal care, HMA and nursing services. Paid homemaker hours for legally responsible persons, typically parents, will also be reduced by half from ten to five. The changes were announced by the Polis administration last year as part of the effort to balance the state's overall budget. The new cap on weekly caregiving hours is expected to save the state $1.1 million in the next fiscal year.

Walsenburg suspect arrested by US Marshalls.

Travis Glenn Gerdes, 30, of Walsenburg, was taken into custody by The U.S. Marshalls service on a Pueblo County warrant issued last march for alleged assault with a deadly weapon. Marshalls were called in after Huerfano County Sheriff Bruce Newman said his office was not successful in serving the warrant. The arrest took place at 515 N. Harrison Street. The U.S. Marshall's Service said that The Huerfano County Sheriff's Office, Colorado Bureau of Investigaion, Fountain Police Department and Colorado Department of Corrections were involved in serving the warrant and making the arrest. Gerdes was booked into the Pueblo County Detention Center. He was later released on $40,000 bond.

Rocky Ford suspect pleads guilty in case.

27-year-old Mario Rocha, of Rocky Ford, has plead guilty to multiple charges of illegal firearms possession and drug trafficking, including possessing controlled substances with the intent to distribute, knowingly being a felon in possession of a firearm or ammunition, and possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking. Investigators found that Rocha was distributing large amounts of fentanyl, meth and cocaine out of his Rocky Ford home last August. Rocha's sentencing is scheduled for May 29th.

Interview with Colorado District 47 State Representative Ty Winter.

Continuing with my conversation with District 47 State Representative Ty Winter from Wednesday, Ty talks about more bills that he is working on this session... (cart cut 1) District 47 State Representative Ty Winter. I'll have the last part of our conversation on Monday.

January 29th 2026

Alamosa County elected officials announce intentions to seek re-election.

Four Alamosa County elected officials, Two Republicans and Two Democrats, held a press conference yesterday to announce each of their intentions to seek re-election. Republican Arlan Van Ry announced he is running for re-election as an Alamosa County Commissioner. Republican Amy Mckinley announced she will run for re-election as Alamosa County Treasurer. Democrat Jason Duncan announced he is running to hold his appointed position as Alamosa County Assessor following the mid-term resignation of Sandra Hostetter. and, Democrat Robert Jackson has announced he will seek another term as Alamosa County Sheriff.

U.S. Census Bureau announces new State of Colorado population number's.

The State of Colorado's population has officially exceeded six million people for the first time ever, according to The U.S. Census Bureau. As of July 1st of 2025, the census bureau estimates that the total population of Colorado has reached 6,012,561 people. That number is estimated to be more than 24,000 more people in Colorado than in 2024. Since 2020, data shows the population of Colorado has been growing steadily, at a rate of about a .92% increase year-over-year.

Colorado's snowpack remains at record low levels.

Last weekend's snowstorm did slightly raise the snowpack percentages in Colorado, with the state now at 58% of median, up from 57% last week, but even with some of the mountains receiving over a foot of snow, Colorado's snowpack remains at record lows. By river basin, snowpack currently sits at 68% in the North Platte, 66% in the Yampa & White, 62% in the South Platte, 60% in The Gunnison, 57% in the Colorado, 53% in The Upper Rio Grande, 51% in The San Juan & Dolores, and 50% in The Arkansas River Basin.

Interview with Colorado District 47 State Representative Ty Winter.

I spoke with Colorado District 47 State Representative Ty Winter yesterday. Ty spoke about this year's legislative session and some of the bills he's sponsoring this year... (cart cut 1) And we'll have more from State Representative Ty Winter over the next couple of days.

January 28th 2026

State Senate SVM Affairs committee advances new gun bill.

The Senate State, Veterans & Military Affairs Committee voted 3-2 yesterday evening to advance the first bill of the session regarding gun violence prevention and the right to bear arms. The committee heard about 4 hours of what was emotional, and at time furious, testimony regarding Senate bill 26-004, which was introduced by State Senator Tom Sullivan. Sullivan says his goal has been to ensure gun violence prevention is a priority at the Colorado State Capitol. Sullivan sponsored the original 2019 legislation that enacted the state's red flag law. SB26-004 seeks to expand the groups of people who can petition a court for an extreme risk protection order to include health care and education institutions. SB26-004 would allow for institutional petitioners, including health care facilities, behavioral health treatment facilities, k-12 schools and higher education centers, to petition a court for an ERPO. The bill met with both support and backlash yesterday.

New bill price gouging bill introduced in CO State House.

A new bill introduced in The Colorado State House, HB26-1012, would strengthen protections against price gouging by requiring clearer price disclosures for consumers, according to supporters. The bill would require sellers to compare delivery prices with in-store prices at the point of sale and would prohibit what the bill calls "unreasonably excessive prices" charged to "captive consumers", or people who have limited or no alternatives, such as at venues or locations without competition. Opponents to the bill say that while they support price transparency, the bill's language could lead to confusion and unintended consequences for businesses because of how certain terms in the bill are defined.

City of Alamosa announces new City Finance Director.

The City of Alamosa has announced that it has hired Emily Martinez as the City's new finance director. An Alamosa native, Martinez brings over 10 years of professional experience in the financial sector to her new role. She has served in fiscal management, strategic budgeting and financial analysis. City Manager Heather Sanchez said that Martinez "demonstrated her ability to handle what is a very complex and demanding position". The city also extends its deepest gratitude to Leanne Lounsbury for her three years of dedicated service.

CPW announces Approval of 2025 State Wildlife plan.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has announced that the 2025 state wildlife action plan has been formally approved by The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. With its approval, the plan will guide Colorado's efforts to conserve the state's most vulnerable species and the habitats they depend on for the next 10 years. Approval of the 2025 plan ensures Colorado will remain eligible for critical funding while advancing a proactive, science- based framework for wildlife conservation statewide. The plan will be elevated across CPW programs and will be used as a "call to action" to support collective conservation efforts for species of greatest conservation need. For more information, go to cpw.state.co.us/state-wildlife-action-plan.

CDOT Preliminary data shows traffic deaths increased last year.

Following two years of declining fatalities, traffic deaths in Colorado increased last year. Preliminary data from The Colorado Department of Transportation shows that 701 people were killed on Colorado roadways in 2025, up from 689 in 2024. Until the unseasonably warm months of November and December, traffic deaths were on track for a 7% decline in 2025. However, the mild temperatures brought more people out onto the roads, which coincided with fatalities spiking near record levels. During November and December, deaths jumped 70% compared to the same period in 2024. The surge was most visible along the front range, where the warm weather was most predominant.