Politics

Rep. Jenny Willford says she was sexually assaulted by an unauthorized driver who was using someone else’s account.

Five big takeaways from the 2025 State of the State.

The Colorado General Assembly is set to return on Jan. 8. Here's what else to watch for as lawmakers convene under the Capitol dome in 2025.

If the idea of talking politics at the Thanksgiving table has you dreading dinner drama, we’re here to help! Today on In The NoCo, we hear from a CSU professor who studies how to maintain connections even across a political divide. And she’s got a game plan for you.

The new affinity caucus will be for lawmakers who are Muslim or are from the Middle East, North Africa or South Asia. Its members hope it will serve as a bulwark against possible discriminatory action by the incoming Trump administration.

State Sen. Chris Hansen announced this week he is resigning to take a job in the private sector, even though he won reelection just last week. For him, it’s about paying for his kids’ college education, but it also means the next state senator from Denver will be chosen by a committee rather than by the voters.

Incumbent Democratic Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo conceded Sunday to Republican State Rep. Gabe Evans, five days after the polls closed in one of the most closely-watched races in the country.

Both Amendment J (same-sex marriage) and Amendment 79 (abortion) had wide support, while the closely watched race in Congressional District 8 was still close.

Proponents argue that the law would alleviate the scarcity of veterinary care in rural areas. Opponents argue it would put animals at risk.

Voters in nine states — including Colorado — are deciding next month whether to add the right to abortion to their constitutions. But passage probably wouldn't change access immediately or dramatically.