Super Tuesday Leaves Sanders and Biden Battling for America’s Future

Jon Queally / Common Dreams Mar 4, 2020 While Sen. Sanders lays claim to the big-delegate prize in California, the former Vice President is now corporate Democrats' only hope. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

One-Two Punch of Storms Threatens Thanksgiving Travel in U.S.

COLLEEN SLEVIN and DAVID KOENIG / The Associated Press Nov 26, 2019 Heavy snowstorm hits Colorado and Wyoming and continues to move east, while “bomb cyclone” phenomenon barrels into Oregon and California. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Hickenlooper Ends White House Bid, Mulls Senate Run in Colorado

NICHOLAS RICCARDI / The Associated Press Aug 15, 2019 The ex-governor says he's giving "serious thought" to challenging Sen. Cory Gardner as he ends his longshot bid for Democratic nomination. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Campaign Cocktail: Pence Stiffs Aspen, Barr’s Death Wish, Enter Mayor Alex

Gregory Glover / Truthdig Jul 27, 2019 The White House and Colorado's GOP leave the local sheriff with a $24,000 tab for security, and other news and notes from the 2020 race. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Robert Reich: Legalizing Marijuana Is a No-Brainer

Robert Reich / Truthdig May 22, 2019 America's prohibition on pot has wasted billions of dollars and unjustly harmed millions of lives, all while furthering racist policies. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

8 Hurt, 2 in Custody After School Shooting Outside Denver

KATHLEEN FOODY / The Associated Press May 7, 2019 Gunfire erupts in a Denver middle school not far from Columbine High; police apprehend one adult and one juvenile. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

‘Bomb Cyclone’ Storm Hammers Central U.S., Disrupting Travel

BLAKE NICHOLSON / The Associated Press Apr 10, 2019 Blizzard warnings are posted from Colorado to Minnesota, and wildfires are a concern in New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Midwest Flooding Closes Stretches of Major River, Interstate

MARGERY A. BECK and BLAKE NICHOLSON / The Associated Press Mar 15, 2019 Flooding still a big concern in the lower Missouri River area after a massive storm affects parts of Nebraska, South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Colorado, Baker End Legal Spat Over Transgender Woman’s Cake

KATHLEEN FOODY / The Associated Press Mar 5, 2019 A baker who refused to make a wedding cake for a gay couple on religious grounds and state officials say they will end a separate legal fight. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Push to Elect Presidents by Popular Vote Gains Momentum

Ilana Novick Feb 26, 2019 Colorado is the latest state to join an agreement to bypass the Electoral College. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Robert Reich’s 10 Steps to Save American Democracy

Robert Reich / Truthdig Dec 24, 2018 Our problems extend beyond the current occupant of the Oval Office. Here's how we can reclaim our country and forge a more just society. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Five States Where Voters Can Change the Criminal Justice System

Naomi LaChance / Truthdig Oct 17, 2018 Ballot initiatives seek reforms for laws on policing, prosecution, mass incarceration and other issues. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )