Immigrants, lawmakers gather at Colorado Capitol to stand against deportations and other Trump plans
Standing behind a lectern in the Colorado State Capitol building, State Rep. Naquetta Ricks reflected on the harrowing conflict that forced her to leave West Africa for Aurora. Her family escaped the civil war in Liberia after her mother’s fiance was murdered by a firing squad.
Colorado lawmakers rally against Trump’s mass deportation plans at Capitol
Speakers at the state Capitol warned of the dire consequences that Trump’s agenda will have for immigrants and non-immigrants alike.
Colorado immigrant families wary of incoming policies under Trump administration
A new Trump administration order clears the path for federal immigration agents to conduct enforcement at or near sensitive locations such as schools, places of worship and shelters, which can include food distribution sites.
Colorado’s former top ICE official urges Congress to 'return to enforcing immigration laws'
John Fabbricatore, the former field director for ICE for Colorado and Wyoming, expressed complete support for President Donald Trump's new immigration plans before a U.S. House committee on Wednesday.
New Trump federal immigration directives could conflict with Colorado laws requiring law enforcement to keep it local
The Justice Department memo issued Wednesday threatens prosecution of state or local officials for “resisting, obstructing, and otherwise failing to comply with lawful immigration-related commands and requests.
Colorado immigrant community reacts to President Trump's executive orders
Colorado's immigrant community reacts to President Donald Trump's executive orders targeting immigration. FOX31's Gabrielle Franklin also details a new state-level proposal for immigration legislation change.
Colorado lawmakers hold news briefing to speak out against President Trump's policies
Colorado lawmakers and immigrant advocates held a news briefing Wednesday to speak out against President Trump's policies on immigration.
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‘SMART’ hearings occupy the start of every legislative session. But are they actually making state government smarter?
The SMART Act was meant to increase oversight, accountability and transparency for state departments, but some lawmakers say ...
Colorado Secretary of State grilled over leaked voting system passwords
Colorado Democrats were determined to knock down questions about Secretary of State Jena Griswold as she prepares to run for governor.
Colorado Democrat launches lawsuit against Lyft over alleged sexual assault
When I tried to get out, he pushed me back down into the car. He touched me inappropriately and went on to sexually assault ...
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Lawmakers can’t carry guns in the state Capitol anymore. Enforcement is on the honor system
Backers see it as a reasonable measure in a building where tempers can often get hot, while opponents argue the ban ignores ...
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Pro-union legislation clears first vote at Colorado Capitol
A bill that would ease the path for unions to organize in Colorado cleared its first committee hearing at the Capitol on ...
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Researchers finds a few surprises as it launches deep look into racial inequity in Colorado
A study launched late last year is examining the impact of racism on Black Coloradans. And researchers want to hear from ...
Colorado politicians at federal, state, and local levels react to Trump's executive actions
Colorado's elected leaders, at the federal, state and local levels are reacting to President Trump's executive actions.
How Colorado’s elected officials reacted to President Donald Trump’s inauguration
When President Donald Trump was sworn in for his return to office Monday for a second term, it was a historic moment for the ...
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Colorado's governor orders flags be flown at full-staff during Trump inauguration
Colorado appears to be only the second state with a Democratic governor to ... Flags at the U.S. Capitol will also fly at full-staff during the inauguration. Jesse Sarles manages the web content ...