Colorado has secured federal authorization to import lower-cost prescription drugs from Canada, a move state officials estimate could save residents approximately $46 million on 20 common medications over three years. However, the program faces significant logistical hurdles, including Canadian export restrictions and private manufacturing contracts that currently prevent the sale of these drugs to the … Read more
The High Cost of the Open Road: Addressing Colorado’s Wildlife Collision Crisis Driving through the breathtaking landscapes of the Rocky Mountains is a bucket-list experience for many, but for the state’s wildlife, these scenic routes often turn into death traps. Recent data from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reveals a sobering reality: at least … Read more
The “Spring Spike”: Why Youth Mental Health Follows a Calendar For years, pediatric mental health professionals have noticed a recurring phenomenon: as the flowers bloom and the weather warms, the number of adolescents in crisis often climbs. It is a counterintuitive trend, as we typically associate winter with depression. Though, the “Spring Spike” is a … Read more
Denver Metro Area Faces Strict Water Restrictions Amid Historic Drought Denver Water and surrounding municipalities are implementing Stage 1 drought restrictions, limiting outdoor watering to twice a week. This move comes as Colorado grapples with a record-low snowpack – currently at 53% of normal – and increasingly severe drought conditions impacting nearly three-quarters of the … Read more
Colorado Braces for Increased Wildfire-Related Power Shutoffs: A New Reality More than 30,000 homes and businesses across Colorado experienced power outages on Saturday, March 15, 2026, as high winds swept through the state. While some outages were due to storm damage, a significant portion – over 14,400 Xcel Energy customers in Boulder County and 3,403 … Read more
Cyclist in Greeley Police Chief Collision Faces Charges, Raising Questions About Roadway Responsibility The 15-year-old cyclist involved in a February collision with Greeley Police Chief Adam Turk will be charged with failure to yield right-of-way, according to the Colorado State Patrol. This development, while seemingly straightforward, underscores a growing complexity in assigning responsibility when vulnerable … Read more
Sundance Film Festival’s Boulder Debut: A Fresh Era for Independent Cinema The Sundance Film Festival is charting a new course, relocating its core operations to Boulder, Colorado, beginning January 21-31, 2027. This move marks a significant shift for the renowned festival, promising both opportunities and challenges as it integrates into a new community and utilizes … Read more
Colorado Medical Device Firm Zynex Settles DOJ Fraud Case, Signaling Increased Scrutiny of Healthcare Billing A Colorado-based medical device company, Zynex Inc., has entered into a Non-Prosecution Agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve allegations of a widespread healthcare fraud scheme. The company, which manufactures devices for pain management and rehabilitation, admitted to … Read more
Why the Colorado Novel Play Summit Remains a Catalyst for Innovation The Colorado New Play Summit (CNPS) has become a “must‑see stop for new‑play development,” according to the Denver Center’s 2024 announcement. Its 20‑year legacy is built on four staged readings, two fully produced world premieres, and a backstage environment where playwrights work side‑by‑side with … Read more
Denver Public Schools and Kaiser Permanente: A Healthcare Breakup and the Future of Employee Benefits A decades-long partnership between Denver Public Schools (DPS) and Kaiser Permanente Colorado is facing a potential end, sparking concerns among educators and raising questions about the future of employee health benefits. The dispute, which has already led to a district … Read more