State News
Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Montrose
Front Range Developers Eye 10K+ Homes to Ease CO Housing Crunch
Developers across Denver metro and Colorado Springs are planning over 10,000 new housing units amid Colorado's severe shortage. State bills and city incentives aim to fast-track construction near transit, but local opposition brews over infrastructure strains. This boom could add thousands of residences, yet demand far outpaces supply.
Boulder Startup Lands $50M for AI Water Tech Amid CO Drought
A Boulder-based startup has secured $50 million in funding to deploy AI-driven water management tools, targeting Colorado's persistent drought woes. The investment comes as the state grapples with water shortages threatening agriculture and urban supplies. Backed by top investors, the firm aims to revolutionize conservation in the drought-prone West.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Vail Resorts Sees 25% Summer Booking Boom in Colorado
Vail Resorts is riding a wave of enthusiasm for Colorado's high-country adventures, with summer bookings up 25% for hiking, biking and gondola rides across its iconic properties. Epic Pass holders are unlocking free scenic lifts and deep discounts, fueling the surge as resorts gear up for another blockbuster season. From Vail's peaks to Breckenridge trails, visitors are snapping up spots early.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Rockies Call Up No. 2 Prospect Condon from Hot Triple-A Streak
Charlie Condon, the Colorado Rockies' top hitting prospect, has been promoted from Triple-A Albuquerque after a scorching start that has Rockies fans dreaming of Coors Field fireworks. The No. 2 overall prospect in the system slashed .325/.438/.675 with four homers in limited action, teaming with Cole Carrigg for a memorable 19-12 win over El Paso. As the Rockies chase a wildcard spot at mile-high altitude, Condon's arrival could ignite their lineup.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Stars Stun Avalanche in Game 7, End Denver's Playoff Run
The Dallas Stars rallied from a two-goal deficit in the third period to eliminate the Colorado Avalanche 4-2 in Game 7 of the Western Conference First Round on Saturday. Mikko Rantanen's hat trick powered Dallas past his former team, ending Denver's playoff hopes.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Wildfire Smoke Fuels Asthma Surge Across Colorado
State health officials are warning of spiking asthma cases as smoke from western wildfires blankets Colorado's skies. Front Range residents from Denver to Fort Collins are coughing through hazy days, with vulnerable groups hit hardest. Experts urge immediate precautions amid poor air quality.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Denver Police Nab 28-Year-Old in Downtown Convenience Store Robbery Spree
Denver authorities arrested a 28-year-old man suspected of multiple armed robberies that terrorized central Denver convenience stores over the past week. The takedown ends a wave of brazen holdups in the heart of the city, bringing relief to store owners and residents alike. Details emerge on the suspect's links to the crimes initially reported by Denver7.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Colorado Boosts Affordable Housing Tax Credits to $20M Annually
In a major win for tackling the state's housing crisis, Colorado lawmakers have expanded tax credits for developers building affordable units in high-demand areas. The new law ramps up funding through 2031, prioritizing transit-oriented communities from Denver to Fort Collins. With rents soaring and inventory tight, this could unlock thousands of new homes for working families.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Jokic, Randle Fined Following Game 4 Incident
Nikola Jokic and Julius Randle have been fined by the NBA for their roles in a Game 4 altercation. Jokic received a $50,000 fine, while Randle was fined $35,000.
Saturday, May 2, 2026