Senator Ron Wyden spoke to crowds in Gresham and The Dalles during large “No Kings” protests that also lit up cities like Portland. He warned that real political change rarely starts in Washington, D. C. ; it usually comes from people on the ground. The senator urged listeners to keep fighting again
Colorado sits at a crossroads between growing energy needs and a fast-expanding clean power industry. Lawmakers have two major tools on the table in 2026 that could shape the state’s economic future. One plan sets long-term targets for clean electricity by 2050, giving utilities a clear roadmap for
Senators and a representative introduced a new bill that would bar bets on elections, wars, and sports. The move follows recent wagers that predicted big events such as a Venezuelan president’s ousting and a Middle East conflict. Critics argue that allowing anyone to bet on government actions
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
Staten Island starts the week with quiet, cool days. Tuesday feels a little chilly, with highs sitting just below the usual range for this time of year. The skies stay mostly clear, but clouds begin to gather by Tuesday night. Those clouds aren’t bringing rain yet—just a hint of what’s coming. By W
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
Senators from both parties and the White House have reached a tentative deal on a bill that would set rules for digital currencies. The focus is on how stablecoins—digital money tied to real dollars—can give people extra earnings without hurting traditional banks. The agreement could finally move th
Senators Tillis and Alsobrooks have reached a key agreement on how stablecoins can earn rewards. The deal could clear a major hurdle in the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. Banks worry that rewards on stablecoins resemble interest on deposits. If the bill blocks these rewards, it might hur
Senator Elizabeth Warren, the leading Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, has sent a letter to Kevin Warsh asking him to explain any contact he may have had with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Warsh was chosen by President Trump to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve
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
