What a wonderful morning celebrating the Fourth of July at the Highlands Rancho Parade alongside Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser. Today marks an extraordinary milestone—250 years since the birth of our nation. As we celebrate America's founding, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and vision of our Founders, whose enduring ideals of liberty, equality, and self-government continue to inspire us. Their declaration that 'all men are created equal' remains one of the most powe

If the air looks hazy or smells smoky, you’re not imagining it. Smoke from multiple wildfires, combined with elevated ozone levels, has significantly reduced air quality across the Front Range. Colorado is currently managing about half a dozen major active wildfires that have burned more than 161,000 acres. On Monday, Denver ranked as the most polluted major city in the U.S. in IQAir’s rankings. On July 6, Denver’s AQI peaked at 129 (Code Orange). The forecast for July 7 rema

If you live in Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Castle Pines, Sterling Ranch, Roxborough Park, or the Village at Castle Pines, your State Senate District 30 ballot should be arriving this week. The latest economic data is concerning. Inflation has risen to 4.2%, energy prices are up 23.5%, food prices continue to climb, and housing costs remain a challenge for many families. These aren’t just numbers. They affect the cost of groceries, gas, healthcare, housing, and retirement. As

As Douglas County leaders weigh public safety decisions ahead of the July 4 holiday, including whether professional fireworks displays are appropriate under current conditions, another important drought-related issue is coming before local government. Colorado is experiencing one of its driest starts to the year in recent memory. Historically low snowpack, worsening drought conditions, dry vegetation, and elevated wildfire risk have prompted state and local agencies to take a

The latest report shows United States inflation climbed to 3.8% in April 2026, the highest level in nearly 3 years. Rising gasoline and energy costs tied to the Iran conflict are major drivers. As of May 2026, national average gas prices have climbed to about $4.55/gallon — up from roughly $3.12 on Inauguration Day in January 2025. Today, the average Colorado household is estimated to spend more than $20,000 more per year on necessities compared to pre-COVID levels. Colorado