The Trump administration plans to dismantle the NCAR, citing it as a major source of "climate alarmism," sparking concerns among scientists and politicians about the impact on scientific advancement and public safety.

Englewood appoints Seth Brown as its first Affordable Housing Program Manager, highlighting his engineering background and experience with housing projects.

Fort Collins City offices will close for Christmas and New Year's Days, but essential services like fire, police, and utilities will continue. Recreation, Transfort, and cultural facilities will have modified hours.

Governor Polis announced the HOME Act to address housing affordability in Colorado, discussed a new medical school to meet healthcare needs, promoted universal preschool enrollment, and encouraged shopping at local businesses.

The City of Aurora invested $100,000 in Douglas County's county-operated biochar facility aimed at enhancing wildfire mitigation and environmental stewardship; the site is due to open in 2026.

Englewood reduces fire restrictions from Stage 2 to Stage 1, allowing controlled use of gas grills, stoves, and fireplaces while maintaining a ban on open burning and fireworks.

Governor Polis establishes new task force in response to Colorado's mountain pine beetle outbreak to safeguard communities, water supplies, and forests and support the state's economy and fire mitigation efforts.

The School of Reps joins Colorado's Rural Jump-Start Program, planning an indoor athletic facility in Sterling to boost youth sports training with aid from a $15,000 OEDIT grant.

Douglas County implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, banning open burning and fireworks to mitigate wildfire risks, with violators facing fines up to $1,010. Some activities like using gas stoves remain permissible.

Denver Police Officers Newton and Cao assisted an 82-year-old man to his seventh-floor apartment carrying groceries as the building's elevator was out of service.

Governor Jared Polis condemns attacks on a Jewish community in Australia and students at Brown University, highlighting global violence and offering condolences.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office celebrated the graduation of 12 new deputies from the Highlands Ranch Law Enforcement Training Academy, as announced on their Facebook page.

Arapahoe County's $667.5 million budget for enhancing core services follows voter approval of Issue 1A, with investments in roads, safety, and housing, and a focus on deferred maintenance and future resilience.