On Thursday Polis signed his first executive order as governor, directing state agencies to take steps to help accelerate Colorado’s transition to electric vehicles.

When it comes to climate change, there are scientific realities, and there are political realities.

The state's highest court issued a final ruling in the so-called Martinez case, reversing a decision by the state’s Court of Appeals and delivering a major victory for the oil and gas industry.

Polis got a polite but firm reminder from environmental activists about the issues that could very well define his time in office: fracking and climate change.

“Don’t get too comfortable in your blue sneakers. Blue sneakers can step in shit just like boots can.”

With Democrats fully in charge at the Colorado Capitol, the time might be right.