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Thirty People Are Running to Be Governor of Colorado

By Hannah Metzger

Jul 30, 2025

From congressmen and state legislators to football stars and reality show contestants, the candidates are...

Five Proposals Petitioning to Get on Colorado's Ballot in 2026

By Hannah Metzger

Jul 29, 2025

Colorado voters could weigh in on initiatives regarding immigration enforcement, college admissions, delivery fees and more.

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Federal Judge Scratches Head at Unprecedented Bail Request From Tina Peters

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jul 24, 2025

"You miss 100 percent of the shots you don't take. — Wayne Gretzky" — Michael Scott.

Denver Clerk Upset by Vibrant Bond Snub Amid Election Security Fears

By Bennito L. Kelty

Jul 21, 2025

Denver Clerk and Recorder Paul López says a $50 million warehouse is needed for the sake of local election security.

Blake street in downtown denver on St Patricks day

Denver Department of Excise and Licenses Wants a New Name

By Catie Cheshire

Jul 16, 2025

The proposal will go to voters, who must approve changes to the city charter.

The elections headquarters in Mesa County

Mesa County Woman Won't Serve Time for Ballot Fraud Scheme

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jul 16, 2025

Sally Maxedon will not serve any time for helping her friend, a former mail carrier, submit fraudulent mail-in ballots.

Mike Lindell in prayer before his defamation trial began on Monday in a Denver federal courthouse

Mike Lindell Lawyers Ask Court to Overturn Jury's Defamation Verdict

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jul 15, 2025

Lindell's attorneys — recently fined for submitting an error-riddled motion authored by AI — submitted a motion challenging June's outcome.

After Mike Lindell Trial, Joe Oltmann Remains Undaunted

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jul 2, 2025

The star witness of the Mike Lindell trial says the jury believed him, and he isn't worried about pending court actions.

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Colorado Postal Worker Connected to Ballot Fraud Sentenced

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 26, 2025

Vicki Stuart pleaded guilty to charges of identity theft and forgery

Douglas County Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Home Rule Proposal

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 25, 2025

The County commissioners' power grab attempt looks to be going down in flames, and some of them are adding gas to the fire.

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell outside the courtroom where a jury found him liable for defamation

Jury Finds MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Liable for Defamation

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 17, 2025

Former Dominion Voting Systems executive Eric Coomer prevailed in his lawsuit against Lindell, but the award fell short of his request.

Douglas County Could Become Colorado's Third Home Rule County

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 17, 2025

On June 24, DougCo residents will vote on whether to form a Home Rule Charter Commission...and also elect members of that commission.

Over a Dozen Candidates Emerge in Colorado's Most Competitive Congressional Districts

By Hannah Metzger

Jun 13, 2025

These districts could help decide which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after the 2026 election.

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell outside the Arraj Courthouse on the first day of his defamation trial.

Mike Lindell Defamation Trial: Lindell Takes the Stand

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 11, 2025

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell testified in his own defense Monday and Tuesday

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell puts two thumbs up outside the courtroom where he's being sued for defamation

Mike Lindell Defamation Trial: Joe Oltmann Takes the Stand

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 8, 2025

The Colorado podcaster at the center of the case insists on the plaintiff's guilt.

Mike Lindell in front of the Alfred A. Arraj United States Courthouse Monday morning

Mike Lindell Defamation Trial: Plaintiff Eric Coomer Testifies

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 5, 2025

The former Dominion Voting Systems employee is suing the MyPillow CEO for defamation.

Mike Lindell of MyPillow tosses a MAGA hat into the air

MyPillow CEO Defamation Trial Begins in Downtown Denver

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Jun 2, 2025

A former executive at Dominion Voting Systems is suing election denier Mike Lindell over the pillow mogul's claims that he rigged the 2020 election.

Protesters Call Out Jason Crow Over Campaign Donors With Ties to ICE, Israel

By Hannah Metzger

May 29, 2025

"Crow can't claim to stand for justice or humanity while standing with Palantir."

Labor advocates gather at Governor's Park in Denver to rally in support of a just-cause employment ballot measure proposal.

Colorado Ballot Measure Proposal Would Require Just Cause to Fire Employees

By Hannah Metzger

May 14, 2025

"You don't have the type of job security you think you do."

Mesa County Election Fraud Back in Spotlight, From Tina Peters to the Postal Service

By Brendan Joel Kelley

May 6, 2025

Trump is once again calling for former county clerk Tina Peters' release from prison. Meanwhile, another Mesa County election fraudster pleaded guilty.

Election

Oltmann Ordered to Pay for Refusal to Cooperate

Dueling Labor Union Ballot Measures Withdrawn

Election

Oltmann Ordered to Pay for Refusal to Cooperate

Dueling Labor Union Ballot Measures Withdrawn

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