Colorado lawmakers are considering a new law that would give youth sports coaches basic training on mental health and require parents to know about possible emotional effects after a concussion. The bill, named after a young athlete who died from depression linked to head injuries, aims to shift the
Colorado voters face a new tax proposal that promises more money for schools but takes away refunds they have come to rely on. The plan, called Senate Bill 135, would stop the state from giving back money to taxpayers under the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR). Instead, it would let the government
Colorado owns more than 8 million acres that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) keeps safe for everyone. These lands give clean air, water, and space for wildlife. They also bring tourists, hunters, and people who love clear night skies. In 2025, visitors spent over $2 billion on the state’s econom
Colorado and 30 other states have kicked off a fresh antitrust trial against Live Nation, the music‑event powerhouse that owns Ticketmaster. The move comes after the U. S. Department of Justice pulled out of a $280 million settlement with the company, saying it was “a travesty” and that the deal did
Children who grow up with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) caused by a 21‑hydroxylase enzyme problem often show changes in body weight that differ from their peers. Scientists track a key moment called adiposity rebound, when the body mass index (BMI) stops falling and begins to climb again a
Colorado is on the hunt for its next top educator. The state's Department of Education has opened the doors for nominations for the 2027 Teacher of the Year award. This isn't just about finding the best teacher; it's about honoring those who make a real difference in students' lives and communities.
Colorado lawmakers heard a proposal that would let local governments tax vacant houses. The idea, called a “ghost tax, ” was meant to force owners of empty homes to pay extra money and help fund affordable housing. The House Finance Committee voted it down, but the discussion is far from over. The
Children in Karaganda, a city in Kazakhstan, spend a lot of time on social media platforms like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. The videos they watch often contain food ads that try to make snacks look tasty and fun. A new study looked at how these kids feel about those ads and how often they s
Colorado is facing a big decision this November. Voters will get to choose whether police must tell federal immigration authorities about certain people they arrest. This is all thanks to Initiative 95, which made it onto the ballot after gathering nearly 190, 000 signatures. The group behind this
Childhood obesity is a big problem. It leads to serious health issues and costs a lot to fix. The World Health Organization thinks digital tools could help. These tools track daily habits and give advice. One such tool is the BigO system. It aims to prevent and manage obesity in kids. The BigO syst
