Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope
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Boulder County planning director Dale Case rescinds the 2024 termination order for the CEMEX cement kiln in Lyons, citing undisclosed traffic data that claims no significant increase in truck volume on Colorado 66.
The Colorado Democratic Party voted overwhelmingly to censure Gov. Jared Polis for shortening the prison sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, barring him from featured roles at official functions.
Aspen appoints Daniel Lawson, a former National Park Service public works director, to lead the town's infrastructure, parking, and transportation efforts, focusing on community engagement and managing seasonal congestion.
Snowmass Village halts its four Motorola license plate reader cameras due to uncertainty over data sharing and privacy controls, prioritizing careful policy development over immediate surveillance utility.
Eagle County Clerk Becky Close and Treasurer Teak Simonton express fury over Governor Jared Polis's decision to pardon former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, questioning the impact on election integrity.
Forest Service manager Sam Massman advises visitors to check road conditions and avoid driving on mud before the official May 21 motorized vehicle season start to prevent infrastructure damage.
Vail proposes slashing outdoor water usage by over a third to combat record-breaking drought and low snowpack, risking dormant turf and dry fountains while maintaining tourist appeal.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announces a federal indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro for the 1996 shootdown of Brothers to the Rescue planes, charging him with murder and destruction of an airplane.
Historically low snowpack causes thinning water supplies in White River National Forest campgrounds like Lowry and Prospector; Recreation Program Manager Paula Peterson urges campers to fill RV tanks at home to extend seasonal water availability.
Rifle City Council narrows the police chief search to two finalists, Cory Huff and returning chief Thomas A. Klein Jr., as residents prepare to weigh in at an upcoming community reception.
Donald Trump directly challenges Lauren Boebert after her support for Thomas Massie, while Michael Bennet announces he will not appoint Jared Polis to the Senate, highlighting shifting loyalty dynamics in Colorado.
Pitkin County commissioners approve a $1.4 million project to replace chaotic roadside parking at the Snowmass Trailhead with a structured facility featuring 74 spaces and improved enforcement.
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