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November 10th 2026

Democrat candidate for CO CD4 declared victory yesterday.

Democrat Eileen Laubacher yesterday declared victory in Colorado's 4th Congressional District, however, Incumbent Republican U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert says the race isn't over. With an estimated 98% of the vote tallied, Laubacher held a 3,237-vote lead over Boebert out of just over 380,000 votes counted, for a margin of 0.85%. Boebert said yesterday that the race remains still too close to call and that her campaign is preparing for a recount. She said her campaign is working with Republican groups to encourage Republican voters in the district to "cure" their ballots before Thursday's deadline. Laubacher's current margin is too wide to trigger an automatic recount under state law, which requires that the difference between the top two candidates be 0.5% or less of the highest vote-getter's total. Either candidate, or a political organization, can request a recount no matter the margin, but they have to pay for it.

CO Gov-elect Weiser says Prop 132 may need "adjustments" before it can be enacted.

Colorado Governor-elect Phil Weiser says that the voter-approved ballot measure that increases penalties for fentanyl crimes may need "adjustments" before it can be enacted. Proposition 132 would make possession of any amount of fentanyl a felony carrying a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 8 years and eliminate options to reduce penalties for certain offenses. Weiser, currently Colorado's Attorney General, insists that it's normal for the legislature to review statutory ballot measures to determine whether any "adjustments" are needed. Weiser says that sometimes something is passed and it is incomplete and not administrable. While some ballot measures have charged the legislature to implement them, Proposition 132 does not. Instead, Proposition 132 directly changes the statutes dealing with fentanyl possession and does not mandate the legislature to implement it or establish any regulatory framework. Weiser opposed Proposition 132, saying it could result in individuals with mental and behavior health conditions receiving jail time instead of treatment.

State of Colorado asking veterans and their families to check and claim lost property.

With tomorrow being veterans day, the State of Colorado is asking veterans and their families to check and potentially claim military medals, service records and missing money recovered from lost safety deposit boxes. Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young said yesterday that the Department of Treasury holds 18 military decorations, including five purple hearts, two bronze stars and two national defense service medals. Veterans and their families can search for unclaimed property by going to unclaimedproperty.colorado.gov.

Alamosa City Council to hold final public work session meeting next Wednesday.

The Alamosa City Council will hold a final public work session meeting on Wednesday, November 18th, at 6pm, in the city council chambers to review the proposed access control plan. The access control plan is a long-range planning document developed by the city, county and CDOT to manager access points along US160 and US285 to keep the corridor safer and to maintain mobility as traffic grows. Community members, business owners, property owners and commuters are encouraged to attend or join via zoom.

CPW to offer free entry to military personnel/veterans to all State Parks tomorrow.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife will offer veterans, active-duty military personnel and the national guard free entry into all Colorado State Parks tomorrow as a thank you to U.S. military members. Veterans and military members, residents and non-residents, can visit any Colorado State Park for free by showing proof of military service. All other state park fees remain in effect. More information can be found by going to cpw.state.co.us.

November 9th 2026

Rep Hurd declared winner in CO's CD3 election Friday.

Jeff Hurd, a Republican, was declared the winner of Colorado's 3rd Congressional District seat on Friday for his second term, over Democratic challenger Dwayne Romero. As of Friday, Hurd had received 49.29% of the vote to Romero's 47.44%, with Hurd receiving 6,132 votes more than Romero with 95% of the votes counted. Hurd, 47, was elected in 2024 after former 3rd District Rep. Lauren Boebert moved to run in Colorado's 4th Congressional District. Hurd's campaign website says his priorities include border security, deregulation, small-business development, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, the fiscal security of working families, water, agricultural security and energy development.

Just a handful of votes separate candidates in Pueblo County Sheriff's race.

Just 278 votes separate Pueblo County Sheriff's race candidates Leroy Mora, who is unaffiliated, and Allen Medina, who is a democrat, with more than a thousand ballots remaining to be counted. Both candidates shared their priorities if elected. Mora pointed to his experience across multiple divisions of the sheriff's office and said he plans to focus on public safety infrastructure and community issues. Medina addressed concerns about potential budget cuts to public safety. Medina defeated incumbent Pueblo County Sheriff David Lucero in the primary election earlier this year. Both candidates say they look forward to embracing all voters across the county if they win.

Trinidad residents involved in crash in Nebraska Thursday night.

Two Trinidad residents were involved in a two-vehicle accident in Southern Gage County near Beatrice, Nebraska, on Thursday Night. According to The Gage County Sheriff's Office, the crash involved a 2005 Taurus driven by 30-year-old Chasitity Keith, and a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 driven by 25-year-old Clifford Blankenship, both of Trinidad. Investigators say the car and pickup were both eastbound on Nebraska Highway 8. The truck, driven by Blankenship, was stopped at the sign at the junction with U.S. 77 waiting to turn north, when the car driven by Keith struck the rear of the pickup. Keith was transported to Beatrice community hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Blankenship was not injured. Speed was a factor in the crash and Keith was cited for causing the crash.

Road closures due to flooding in SW Colorado continue.

Road closures continue in Southwestern Colorado due to the flooding that has taken place over the past couple of weeks. US 160 over Wolf Creek Pass to South Fork remains closed. As does US 160 between Bayfield and Pagosa Springs. With a bridge to rebuild about 18 miles west of Pagosa Springs and multiple washouts on Wolf Creek Pass, The Colorado Department of Transportation has not given any indication as to when US 160 will be open again. Colorado 151 is also closed from Chimney Rock to Arboles. Travelers are also advised to avoid traveling into downtown Pagosa Springs, as several local roads remain affected by flooding. Colorado 17 over Cumbres and La Manga Passes, following repairs to the roadway in Colorado and New Mexico, is now open again, allowing quicker access to Pagosa Springs from the south via US 84.

2nd earthquake in 8 days took place in Las Animas County yesterday.

The 2nd quake in 8 days, an earthquake of magnitude 3.4 struck Las Animas County at 3:34am yesterday, November 8th, about 5 miles south-southeast of Stonewall Gap and 9 miles southwest of Weston, according to The U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter was in the hills of the Upper Purgatoire River, about 6 miles north of the New Mexico State Line. No damage or other injuries were reported. Yesterday's quake comes a week after a magnitude 3.7 on November 1st, which struck about 6 miles to the south-southeast of Stonewall Gap and about 11 miles south-southwest of Weston. That was followed that night by a 2.6 magnitude quake in the same place.

November 6th 2026

Rep Hurd widenes lead in CD3 and Rep Boebert still trailing in CD4.

3rd Congressional District U.S. Representative Jeff Hurd, a Republican, widened his lead over Democratic challenger Dwayne Romero yesterday as more results were posted in Colorado’s 3rd district. As of 4pm yesterday, Hurd led Romero by 6,197 votes, a margin of 1.88%, in a race that is still too close to call, flipping the advantage Romero held by wider margins on election night as counties reported early vote totals. Currently, with 97% of the vote counted, Hurd secured 49.31% of the vote to Romero’s 47.43%. Libertarian Cory Robertson and Unaffiliated candidate Clifton Brown each had just over 1.5%. Hurd’s current lead is outside the margin that would trigger an automatic recount. If Hurd ultimately wins, he may be the only House Republican from Colorado. The race in the 4th District between Republican Lauren Boebert and Democrat Eileen Laubacher also remains too close to call with Laubacher leading Boebert by 2,276 votes, or by just 0.7%.

Amendment 87 supporters declared victory yesterday.

Supporters of Amendment 87, the graduated tax initiative, declared victory yesterday despite projections showing no clear winner. The proposal would rewrite Colorado's tax code under the Colorado Taxpayers Bill of Rights by dissolving the current 4.4% flat income tax rate and instead replacing it with a graduated income tax bracket. People and businesses making less than $500,000 per year would see a small drop in their state income taxes, however, those making above $500,000 per year would see their taxes almost double. While the results favor the measure with 50.8% yes votes to 49.2% no votes, a 1.6% margin, the winner won't be clear until every vote is counted. Supporters of the measure say they're confident enough to call the race given most uncounted ballots come from Denver and Boulder, where the measure is favored 2-to-1.

CDOT urging drivers to expect extensive detours in SW Colorado after flooding.

The Colorado Department of Transportation is urging motorists and commercial vehicle drivers to expect extensive detours when traveling in Southwest Colorado, especially when accessing Pagosa Springs and Durango. The recent flooding has washed out parts of US160 and a bridge, causing full closures on common routes and significant repair delays along key corridors. Current closures are Colorado 151 south of Chimney Rock, or Milemarkers 27 to 30, where floodwaters washed out another section of roadway on November 1st, about 4 miles south of US160. US 160 Pagosa Springs to Durango, where support piers collapsed on The Piedra River Bridge. The bridge will require a complete rebuild. Crews will install a temporary structure as soon as conditions permit. US 160 Wolf Creek Pass, Milemarkers 157 to 184.5 or Pagosa Springs to South Fork. At least four locations along the 33-mile stretch have sustained severe damage caused by flooding, mud and rock slides, with a segment of roadway completely washed out approximately 6 miles west of South Fork, through the narrows. and, Colorado 17 from Antonito to the New Mexico State Line, or Mile Marker 0 to 39, as repair work continues at several locations. South of the New Mexico state line, there is also significant damage that is being repaired by New Mexico. For detour routes, go to cotrip.org.

CPW completes reports on 3 lethal wolf removal efforts.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has completed and published final reports on the three lethal removal efforts completed on September 7th and 9th. The removal efforts were conducted in line with CPW's statutory and regulatory authority and were completed prior to the temporary suspension of CPW's chronic depredation directive on September 30th. The final reports can by found by going to cpw.state.co.us and selecting "wolves in Colorado: chronic depredation events and removals".

November 5th 2026

3rd Rep Hurd currently ahead 4th Rep Boebert currently trailing opponent.

3rd Congressional District U.S. Representative Jeff Hurd, a Republican, appears to have edged out challenger Dwayne Romero, a Democrat, as votes continue to be counted in Colorado's 3rd district. The latest vote count shows that Hurd has received 49.21% of the vote. Romero has received 47.56%, a difference of 5,396 votes, placing Hurd on top. Only time will tell now who will be declared the winner. And, 4th Congressional District U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert, a Republican, still trails her opponent, Eileen Laubacher, a Democrat, with the latest vote totals showing Laubacher with 48.85% of the vote to Boebert’s 47.95%, a difference of 3,252 votes. Again, time will tell who will be the winner.

CO Gov Polis presented his final statewide budget proposal Monday.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis on Monday presented his 8th and final statewide budget proposal, in the face of yet another daunting billion-dollar budget deficit. Estimates show a $1.6 billion budget shortfall for fiscal year 2027-28 in Colorado. Polis said his plan for next year amounts to a 1.1% increase in total funds over last year. Polis said that Colorado's medicaid spending must be limited to a sustainable level of growth. Administered by the department of health care policy and financing, Colorado's medicaid spending has outpaced the rest of the budget and threatens funding for other state programs. Polis is requesting $20.9 billion in total funds for Colorado's medicaid program. In all, the budget requests total expenditures of $51.3 billion, including $18.9 billion for the general fund. State lawmakers on the joint budget committee will have the final word on Colorado's budget during next year's legislative session.

Front Range Passenger Rail District funding measure passed.

Even though Las Animas and El Paso Counties voted no on Ballot Issue 7A, the measure to help fund the front range passenger rail district, the measure passed, and the part of each county in the district will be taxed anyway. So, what will you be paying for? Sal Pace, the general manager of the district says the district is close to wrapping up an agreement for the northern part of the Colorado Connector and that they plan to start carrying passengers for three daily round trips between Denver and Fort Collins beginning in 2029. Southern Colorado, however, will have to wait a bit longer. Negotiations for service in Southern Colorado won't even start until early next year. The sales and use tax will now cost consumers one-third of a cent any time they make a purchase within the front range passenger rail district.

Most mandatory evacuation orders in SLV lifted Tuesday.

Most mandatory evacuation orders were lifted on Tuesday in Monte Vista, Del Norte and South Fork, allowing residents to return in those areas. Exceptions include those in the Beaver Creek estates due to damage to the Escondida Bridge, and, in Del Norte, evacuations remain in effect from 1st street north to the Rio Grande river and in a small area near County Road 6 east and the Rio Grande River. US 160 remains closed from South Fork to Durango as many places in the roadway are compromised, along with some bridges, and will need to be repaired before the highway can be reopened. Flooding continues in Alamosa and in Conejos County in the area from Ortiz to the town of Manassa. Evacuations were lifted yesterday for the town of Sanford, Ortiz and San Antonio, however, Guadalupe remains under evacuation currently.

CDPHE confirmes positive measles case in Weld County.

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has confirmed a measles case in a Weld County resident. The individual with measles was an infant who was not yet old enough for a routine measles, mumps and rubella vaccination. The child had recently traveled internationally to a place that had an ongoing measles outbreak. If you think you might have been exposed, watch for symptoms for 21 days after exposure. More information can be found at cdphe.colorado.gov.

November 4th 2026

CO AG Weiser wins Gov race and fellow Dems win races.

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser will now take the reins of the governorship from Jared Polis, who is term limited. His opponent, Victor Marx, conceded the race last night. Marx said he called Weiser to congratulate him and close out the campaign. Weiser received 61% of yesterday's vote compared to 33% for Marx. In other statewide races, Amanda Gonzales will be Colorado's next Secretary of State. Jeff Bridges will be State Treasurer. and, Jena Griswold will move into The Attorney General's Office. In federal office, John Hickenlooper will retain his U.S. Senate seat. Congressional Representatives will be as follows: Melat Kiros in District 1, Joe Neguse in District 2, only a handful of votes separate Dwayne Romero and Jeff Hurd for the District 3 seat, Eileen Laubacher will be the representative in District 4, Jessica Killin in District 5, Jason Crow in District 6, Brittany Pettersen in District 7 and Manny Rutinel in District 8

Taking a look at election results from yesterday’s general election...

In the State Senator District 35 race, Rod Pelton has won with 93% of the vote. Richard Graf received 3% and Travis Nelson received 4% of the vote.

In the State Representative District 46 race, Tisha Mauro has won with 57% of the vote. Jonathan Post received 43%.

In the State Representative District 47 race, Ty Winter has won with 63% of the vote. Vic Meyers received 37% of the vote.

In the State Representative District 62 race, Matthew Martinez has won with 58% of the vote. Steven Rodriguez received 39% and Donald Vermillion received 2% of the vote.

In statewide ballot issues...

Amendment 81, law enforcement communication with federal immigration authorities, has lost with 55% no votes to 45% yes votes.

Amendment 82, right to purchase and sell natural gas, has lost with 54% no votes to 46% yes votes.

Amendment 83, right to hunt and fish, has lost with 55% no votes to 45% yes votes.

Amendment 84, mail ballot voter identification, has lost with 64% no votes to 36% yes votes.

Amendment 85, plain language ballot titles, has lost because it did not receive 55% approval with only 51% yes votes to 49% no votes.

Amendment 86, requirements for off-cycle congressional redistricting, has lost with 54% no votes to 46% yes votes.

Amendment 87, the graduated income tax, has won with 51% yes votes to 49% no votes.

Proposition NN, keep and spend money for education and other purposes and render Tabor useless, has won with 55% yes votes to 44% no votes.

Proposition 132, increase penalties for fentanyl crimes, has won with 53% yes votes to 47% no votes.

Proposition 133, penalties for trafficking of a minor, has won with 62% yes votes to 38% no votes.

Proposition 134, Male and Female participation in school and collegiate sports, has won with 52% yes votes to 48% no votes.

Proposition 135, prohibiting sex change surgery on minors, has won with 52% yes votes to 48% no votes.

Proposition 136, the income tax rate limit, has lost with 53% no votes to 47% yes votes. and, Proposition 137,direct sporting goods sales tax revenue for conservation, is still too close to call. It has received 50.2% yes votes to 49.8% no votes.

The 12th Judicial District Ballot Question 7A to eliminate term limits for The District Attorney’s Office, has lost by a large margin with 77% no votes to 23% yes votes.

The Front Range Passenger Rail District Ballot Issue 7A to increase taxes in the district for construction and more, has won with 56% yes votes to 44% no votes.

The Rye Fire Protection District Ballot Issue 7B, to increase taxes for emergency services, has won with 61% yes votes to 39% no votes.

In Alamosa County, in The Alamosa County Commissioner District 2 race, Arlan Van Ry retains his seat with 52% of the vote. Sherry Perdue received 48% of the vote. City of Alamosa Ballot Issue 2A, the continuation of the streets sales tax, has won with 60% yes votes to 40% no votes.

In Huerfano County, in The Huerfano County Sheriff’s Race, Bruce Newman has won with 53% of the vote. Jim Chamberlain received 47% of the vote. The Huerfano County Ballot Issue 1A, to increase property tax for parks and cultural opportunities, has lost with 68% no votes to 32% yes votes. The City of Walsenburg Ballot Issue 300, a sales tax increase to fund the police department, has also lost by a huge margin, 77% no votes to 23% yes votes. And The City of Walsenburg Ballot question 2A, concerning the criminal detention center, has lost with 54% no votes to 46% yes votes.

In Las Animas County, in the Las Animas County Commissioner District 3 race, Brad Doherty has won with 53% of the vote. Jim Montoya received 47% of the vote. In the Las Animas County Clerk and Recorder race, Karrie Apple has won with 60% of the vote. Joseph Mestas received 40% of the vote. In the Las Animas County Treasurer’s race, Sarah Martinez has won with 55% of the vote. Luis Lopez II received 45%. In the race for Las Animas County Sheriff Derek Navarette has won with 57% of the vote. John Johnson received 43%. In the Las Animas County Coroner’s race, Dominic “Junie” Verquer has won with 54% of the vote. Leigh Elliott-Lopez received 46% of the vote. While the Front Range Passenger Rail District Issue 7A won in the state, it actually lost in Las Animas County. The vote was 54% no to 46% yes.

In Costilla County, in the Costilla County Assessor’s race, Pamela Vigil has won with 69% of the vote. Gary Myco received 31%. In the Costilla County Sheriff’s race, Jason Maestas has won with 54% of the vote. Kirk Taylor received 33% and Paul Quintana received 13% of the vote. The Costilla County Ambulance District Ballot Issue 6A has lost with 52% no votes to 48% yes votes.

In Conejos County, in The Conejos County Commissioner District 2 race, Randy Perea has won with 54% of the vote. Colton Sutherland received 46% of the vote. In the Conejos County Treasurer’s race, Donald Valdez has won with 55% of the votes. Ron Dunn received 45%. In the Conejos County Sheriff’s race, Garth Crowther has won with 62% of the votes. Matthew Montoya received 38% of the votes.

In Rio Grande County, in the Rio Grande County Sheriff’s race, Anne M. Robinson has won with 63% of the vote. Gilbert Eloy Atencio received 37% of the vote. In Saguache County, in the Saguache County Commissioner District 3 race, Liza Marron has won with 58% of the vote. Jeff Phillips received 42%. In the race for Saguache County Coroner, Tania Sanchez has won with 53% of the vote. Elizabeth Glenn received 47%.

In Mineral County, in the Mineral County Coroner’s race, Jimmy K. Adelman has won with 66% of the vote. Ashley Twite received 33%. The City of Creede Referendum 2A has lost with 75% no votes to 24% yes votes. And, City of Creede referendum 2b has also lost with 60% no votes to 40% yes votes.

In Pueblo County, in the Pueblo County Commissioner District 3 race, Angela Giron has won with 52% of the votes. Zach Swearingen received 48% of the votes. In the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder’s race, Candace Rivera has won with 61% of the votes. Mary Vieth received 39%. In the Pueblo County Treasurer’s race, Kim Archuletta has won with 58% of the vote. Jonathan Ambler received 42%. In the Pueblo County Assessor’s race, Naseem Zubi has won with 50% of the vote. Tammi Pando received 49%. In the race for Pueblo County Sheriff, Allen Medina has won with 51% of the votes. Leroy Mora received 49%. In the Pueblo County Coroner’s Race, Zolanye Mcculley-Bachicha has won with 54% of the vote. Gregory Grahek received 46%.