5280 sat down with both candidates in the tight race to discuss fentanyl, crime, reproductive rights, and other issues that the top law-enforcement official in the state will face.
Nearly five years into his tenure on the U.S. Supreme Court, Colorado’s Neil Gorsuch has established himself as a modern textualist in the mode of Antonin Scalia. He’s also become something of a conservative wild card. Will that unpredictability extend to gay rights?
During Griswold’s first term as Colorado’s chief election official, the office has become both more prominent and more controversial. Voters will now decide if they want to give her audacious approach another term.
Coloradans can vote on 11 different initiatives on issues ranging from tax cuts to housing to psychedelics.
With the Colorado general election almost upon us, we’ve rounded up a list of questions you might have about the judges, regents, and board of directors on this year’s ballot.
Proponents of Proposition 122 say legal access to psychedelic mushrooms can help solve a mental health crisis in Colorado. So why is there so much opposition coming from other psychedelic activists?
Your landing pad for all of 5280’s election coverage, including explainers, profiles, ought-to-know fun facts, and more.
Houston has touted its “housing first” approach to homelessness. Denver-area officials traveled to Texas to see how it works—and what might be replicable in the Mile High City.
Ganahl to challenge Polis for Governor; O’Dea will face Bennet for a U.S. Senate seat; Caraveo and Kirkmeyer to square off in the state’s new 8th congressional district; and other highlights from Tuesday’s election in the Centennial State.
The legislation gives courts more oversight and discretion over NGRI acquittees and creates a stronger system of accountability for the state mental health hospital.
Lawmakers recently added harsher possession penalties to a fentanyl bill that, if passed by the General Assembly, could disproportionately impact communities of color.
A right to repair bill requiring wheelchair manufacturers give customers tools to fix their chairs faces the Colorado state senate.
We chatted with the state’s Democratic leader about why those priorities will make it easier for Coloradans to get outside.
With Texas’ new law causing chaos and Roe v. Wade in peril, will the Centennial State remain a beacon of access for the controversial procedure?
We broke down the most prominent GOP candidates participating in the gubernatorial primary, which is set to take place on June 28.
We examined the ripple effects of the era-defining event, both for the country and Colorado.
Initial results showed Denver voters approving much of Mayor Hancock’s RISE Denver plan but stopping short of funding a new arena. Meanwhile, three statewide initiatives are failing and local school board races remain tight.
All Coloradans will be able to vote on three initiatives during the upcoming election. Here’s everything you need to know about each one.
Denverites will be able to vote on 13 new initiatives. From the mayor’s $450 million bond package to a new development at the former Park Hill Golf Course, here’s what you need to know in order to cast a ballot.
Hancock was sworn in on July 18, 2011, and his tenure has seen its fair share of highs and lows.
