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A small black bear was spotted outside the Boulder Justice Center on Tuesday, prompting light-hearted comments from the Boulder County District Attorney's Office. Other bear sightings in Boulder County include one climbing a utility pole near Lyons and another on the Manitou Incline. These occurrences highlight the frequent bear activity in the area.
Sales at Colorado's seven largest craft breweries plummeted in 2024, highlighting challenges in the brewing industry. Monster, the state's largest brewer, reported a 12% sales decline, while several others also faced double-digit drops. Despite the downturn, some breweries managed to grow by adapting to new consumer preferences.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis considers directing other state employees to comply with an ICE subpoena for personal data on undocumented children, despite a judge blocking a specific order. The ruling allows for potential further legal challenges, as the preliminary injunction does not prevent other staff from cooperating.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis' $28.5 million pedestrian bridge project faces significant opposition and funding challenges. The Capitol Building Advisory Committee voted 8-4 to advance the plan, despite public criticism labeling it as "ugly" and "useless." The project relies on federal pandemic relief dollars, and the governor seeks private donations to alleviate state budget pressures.
Mohamed Sabry Soliman faces nine hate-crime and three explosives charges in connection with a Boulder attack. If convicted, he could receive a life sentence, as federal prosecutors categorize his actions as motivated by hate against a perceived national origin. The charges stem from an incident where he allegedly hurled Molotov cocktails while expressing violent intent towards a specific group.
Denver city officials are considering a 673-foot observation tower, which would become the city's fourth-tallest building if approved. The proposed structure, located at 1546 California St., aims to rival landmarks like Seattle's Space Needle and Dallas' Reunion Tower. The project must clear extra scrutiny due to its placement in a designated historic district.
A Denver judge blocked Colorado Gov. Jared Polis from forcing certain state employees to comply with an ICE subpoena for information on undocumented children. The ruling represents a legal victory for whistleblower Scott Moss, who argued that the subpoena violated state law. However, the injunction only applies to Moss and his staff, leaving other employees potentially vulnerable to compliance.
The Denver City Council approved an additional $4.6 million for the Salvation Army to operate the Crossroads Center homeless shelter amid safety concerns. Council members expressed that shutting down the shelter would harm vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness.
Colorado seeks funding to maintain its 988 crisis line for LGBTQ callers after the Trump administration's decision to cut the service. The line connects individuals in crisis with trained professionals and has seen significant usage, with Colorado's 988 line ranking fourth nationally in 2024. A new law merging the 988 line with existing crisis services aims to improve access to mental health resources.
Colorado officials remain vigilant after U.S. airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities and subsequent retaliatory missile attacks. While no specific threats have been reported, state agencies are monitoring military infrastructure and public safety in light of the heightened national threat level.