DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- The American Indian College Fund issued the following news release: The American Indian College Fund (College Fund) announced new efforts to enhance Native arts curriculum development programs at six tribal colleges and universities (TCUs). Each of the participating TCUs will receive $100,000 to enrich their curricula by integrating Indigenous education values and incorporate Native knowledge, language, and cultural practices. The project will also help to expand ins  more

DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release on May 21, 2024: Today, Governor Polis signed the following bills into law in a ceremony to build on Colorado's nation-leading climate work. "Colorado is a model for the rest of the nation when it comes to clean air actions, climate leadership, and renewable energy jobs, and these bills build on the comprehensive work we've done s to improve air quality, reduce emissions, strengthen low-cost renewable e  more

DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- The Colorado House Republicans issued the following news release: Minority Leader Pugliese recognized Governor Polis' recent signing of two education bills, highlighting their pivotal role in enhancing education across Colorado. The first bill, HB24-1282, expands funding for the Ninth-Grade Success Grant Program, equipping schools with resources to support student success and reduce dropout rates. Leader Pugliese emphasized the importance of early intervention, stat  more

DENVER, Colorado, May 21 -- The Colorado Public Utilities Commission issued the following weekly meeting agenda: * * * Consent Items TRANSPORTATION 1. PROCEEDING NO. 24A-0055CP C & V Transport LLC IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF C & V TRANSPORT LLC, FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY TO OPERATE AS A COMMON CARRIER BY MOTOR VEHICLE FOR HIRE. Filing Date and Party: 05/10/2024 C & V Transport LLC Description: Request for extension of time to file compliance items Anal  more

PAONIA, Colorado, May 22 -- The Colorado Senate Democrats issued the following news release on May 21, 2024: Governor Jared Polis today signed a bipartisan water conservation bill into law. HB24-1436 will refer a ballot measure to Colorado voters to allow the state to keep and spend all sports betting tax revenue to fund water conservation and protection projects. "From agricultural use to recreation that drives our tourism economy, protecting Colorado's waters is essential and will ensure its  more

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, May 22 -- The Colorado Senate Democrats issued the following news release on May 21, 2024: Governor Jared Polis today signed two pieces of legislation to support Colorado students. SB24-164 will improve transparency surrounding higher education costs and reduce barriers to completing higher education degrees or certificate programs. HB24-1076 will create the Purple Star School Program to recognize K-12 public schools that provide support to military students and thei  more

DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- The Colorado Senate Democrats issued the following news release on May 21, 2024: Governor Jared Polis today signed HB24-1173 into law, which will increase access to electric vehicle charging stations. "Coloradans are adopting electric vehicles at record rates because they are less expensive to own and operate and are good for our air," said Rep. Alex Valdez, D-Denver. "This new law will make it easier for drivers to charge up their vehicles and travel across our sta  more

DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- The Colorado Senate Democrats issued the following news release on May 21, 2024: Governor Jared Polis today signed two bills into law that will reduce emissions, spur renewable energy development and create jobs. "New technologies can help Colorado meet our climate goals, improve our air quality, save money on energy, and create jobs," said Rep. Karen McCormick, D-Longmont, sponsor of HB24-1346 and SB24-212. "The new laws signed today will advance geologic storage t  more

GEORGETOWN, Colorado, May 22 -- The Colorado Senate Democrats issued the following news release on May 21, 2024: Governor Polis today signed into law bipartisan legislation to restore the North American wolverine in Colorado. SB24-171, sponsored by Senators Dylan Roberts, D-Frisco, and Perry Will, R-New Castle, and Representatives Barbara McLachlan, D-Durango, and Tisha Mauro, D-Pueblo, authorizes Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) to reintroduce wolverines and enhance Colorado's biodiversity. "  more

FORT COLLINS, Colorado, May 22 -- Colorado State University issued the following news release: Back in 2016, Colorado State University Plant Growth Facilities Manager Tammy Brenner brought back what might be the coolest piece of conference swag ever: a corpse flower named Cosmo. Now, after more than seven years of care in the College of Agricultural Sciences' Conservatory, it's slated to bloom for the first time in its life sometime around Memorial Day weekend. "Cosmo came out of dormancy a  more

DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news: By Zenaida Kotala Gonzalez The City of Denver recognized Milo Marquez with the Cesar Chavez Award in late April for his decades of community work to improve the lives of Latinos in Denver and throughout the state. "The award isn't about me," Marquez said from his office in downtown Denver. "The award is really a result of the community coming together and elevating their voices to make an impact that is about the  more

DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- Denver International Airport issued the following news release: Creativity meets sustainability in Denver International Airport's (DEN) newest exhibition, Creatively Remade: Upcycled Art and Design, which features art, fashion, and functional objects designed to breathe new life into materials that would have otherwise been discarded. Creatively Remade: Upcycled Art and Design showcases art from innovative designers, artists, and organizations who embed sustainable   more

DENVER, Colorado, May 22 -- Denver Mayor Mike Johnston issued the following news: As part of a significant new investment to prevent youth violence and grow local economies, today Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced $1.7 million in new youth summer programming. The funding will support workforce opportunities, expanded access to high-quality food and healthcare, as well as an innovative new work support program for young Denverites. "Every child deserves the opportunity to succeed," said Mayo  more

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 22 (TNSres) -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: Two New Mexico State University researchers in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences were part of an interdisciplinary team of scientists, led by Colorado State University, who contributed to the National Climate Change Roadmap, a collaborative and detailed document designed to serve as a framework for future investments in climate-science research. Owen Burney,   more