Tuesday - May 26, 2026
News Tipoffs - Colorado Editors Newsletter for Saturday May 09, 2026 ( 45 items )  

ACC Earns Highly Established Action Plan Seal From ALL IN
LITTLETON, Colorado, May 8 -- Arapahoe Community College issued the following news: * * * ACC Earns Highly Established Action Plan Seal from ALL IN Arapahoe Community College (ACC) has earned the Highly Established Action Plan Seal of recognition for 2026 from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN). ACC received this recognition for the 2026 election cycle by developing a nonpartisan democratic engagement action plan that received a score of 33 points (out of a possible 36; minimum 3  more

ADL Statement on Guilty Plea and Sentencing of Man Responsible for Antisemitic Boulder Firebombing Attack
NEW YORK, May 9 -- The Anti-Defamation League, an anti-hate organization that aims to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment for all, posted the following statement on May 7, 2026: * * * ADL Statement on Guilty Plea and Sentencing of Man Responsible for Antisemitic Boulder Firebombing Attack ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) today released the following statement on the guilty plea and sentencing of Mohamed Sabry Soliman, the individual responsible fo  more

AFA at WildWestCon: Propelling Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings Cadets
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 8 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association posted the following news release: * * * AFA at WildWestCon: Propelling Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings Cadets * Arnold Air Society (AAS) and Silver Wings (SW) held a successful national gathering in April 2026 in Dallas, Texas, bringing together cadets and students from across the country for leadership development, professional education, and engagement with senior leaders. The event, WildWe  more

AG Campbell Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 8 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court granted summary judgment to a coalition of 24 states, striking down the ta  more

American Economic Liberties Project Applauds CO Legislature for Passing Surveillance Pricing Bill, Joining Lawmakers and Coalition Calling on Gov. Polis to Sign
WASHINGTON, May 7 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Economic Liberties Project posted the following news release: * * * American Economic Liberties Project Applauds CO Legislature for Passing Surveillance Pricing Bill, Joining Lawmakers and Coalition Calling on Gov. Polis to Sign * DENVER, CO -Following passage in both the Colorado House and Senate, lawmakers join workers, small business leaders, and consumer advocates to call on Governor Jared Polis to sign House Bill 26-1210 into la  more

Attorney General Bonta: Trump Administration's Second Tariff Regime Struck Down as Unlawful
SACRAMENTO, California, May 7 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta: Trump Administration's Second Tariff Regime Struck Down as Unlawful * Court of International Trade rules in favor of state coalition, invalidating tariffs that are increasing prices and inflicting chaos on the American economy OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced that a federal court issued a final order invalidating President Tru  more

Attorney General Ford Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs - Again.
CARSON CITY, Nevada, May 7 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ford Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs - Again. Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced he has secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court granted summary judgment to a coalition of 24 states, striking down th  more

Attorney General Tong Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs
HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 8 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's Illegal Tariffs * Press Releases Court of International Trade Invalidates Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy Following Lawsuit Filed by 24 States (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong yesterday secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts   more

Baylor Students Selected for Fulbright Awards, Rotary Global Grants
WACO, Texas, May 9 -- Baylor University issued the following news: * * * Baylor Students Selected for Fulbright Awards, Rotary Global Grants Prestigious international scholarship programs provide opportunities for students and recent alumni to study, conduct research and teach English abroad By Shelby Cefaratti-Bertin, Media & Public Relations Baylor University students and recent graduates continue to be awarded the most prestigious - and highly competitive - scholarships and fellowships a  more

BYU-Idaho Music Groups Share Message to "Choose Love" on Tour Through Montana and Canada
REXBURG, Idaho, May 8 -- Brigham Young University Idaho campus issued the following news: * * * BYU-Idaho Music Groups Share Message to "Choose Love" on Tour Through Montana and Canada * BYU-Idaho music students took a performance centered on the theme "Choose Love," to audiences across Montana and Alberta, Canada during their April tour. The combined ensemble-featuring BYU-Idaho's premier choir, Collegiate Singers, and a cappella group, Vocal Union-performed a broad musical program that i  more

CAP Students Present Project Proposals with Local Impact to Denver Mayor
DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- The University of Colorado posted the following news: * * * CAP Students Present Project Proposals with Local Impact to Denver Mayor * College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) students had a special visitor on Monday, May 4. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston stopped by a studio space in the CU Denver Building to learn about the aspiring architects' models for outdoor spaces that they are designing in partnership with local organizations. The students are enrolled in t  more

CBP Announces 37 Additional Partnerships for New and Expanded Services
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * CBP Announces 37 Additional Partnerships for New and Expanded Services U.S. Customs and Border Protection made tentative selections for new Reimbursable Services Agreements that will promote cross-border trade and essential travel to the United States in late October. "The CBP Reimbursable Services Program is a crucial program that ensures trade and travel cont  more

Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: Children's Minnesota Fights DOJ Subpoena on Kids' Gender Program
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, May 9 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on May 8, 2026, by policy fellow Matt Dean: * * * Children's Minnesota fights DOJ subpoena on kids' gender program Children's Minnesota is resisting a Department of Justice subpoena seeking information on its pediatric gender health program. The Minneapolis hospital is one of several providers nationwide facing  more

CMU Hockey Breaks Pink the Rink Fundraising Record with $38,000 Raised
GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, May 8 -- Colorado Mesa University posted the following news: * * * CMU Hockey Breaks Pink the Rink Fundraising Record with $38,000 Raised * The annual charity game has now raised $240,000 for local cancer programs Colorado Mesa University Hockey's 9th Annual Pink the Rink set a new fundraising record this year, raising $38,000 for local cancer programs, making it the largest single-year total in the event's history. The contribution was presented to Community Ho  more

CMU Tech hosts 5th Annual Jobs Day
GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, May 7 -- Colorado Mesa University posted the following news: * * * CMU Tech hosts 5th Annual Jobs Day * Celebrating over 80 students and the 50+ employers at CMU Tech Jobs Day The first Wednesday in May is National Skilled Trades Day, and CMU Tech was proud to continue celebrating students and employers in the industry that highlight the best of vocational and technical education through its annual Jobs Day, sponsored by Cat Wagner and SITECH, and event partners V  more

Colorado Energy Office Announces $12.4 Million for Geothermal Energy Projects
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 9 -- The National Association of State Energy Officials posted the following news: * * * Colorado Energy Office Announces $12.4 Million for Geothermal Energy Projects By Jasmine Xie, NASEO In April 2026, the Colorado Energy Office announced $12.4 million in grant funding for geothermal energy projects through the state's Geothermal Energy Grant Program (GEGP) and Geothermal Energy Tax Credit Offering (GETCO). Seven total awardees were announced, with recipients spann  more

Consumer Reports Applauds the Passage of Colorado Ban on Surveillance Pricing, Calls on Governor Polis to Sign
YONKERS, New York, May 9 -- Consumer Reports posted the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Consumer Reports applauds the passage of Colorado ban on surveillance pricing, calls on Governor Polis to sign Denver, CO - Consumer Reports today applauded the passage of House Bill 26-1210, legislation that would ban surveillance pricing. Surveillance pricing, also known as personalized pricing, is the practice of using personal data such as browsing history, inferred health conditions, fami  more

Court Rules Trump Administration's Tariffs Are Illegal
LANSING, Michigan, May 8 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Court Rules Trump Administration's Tariffs Are Illegal The U.S. Court of International Trade issued an order (PDF) invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. The court granted summary judgment in a lawsuit Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined with a coalition of 24 states to strike down those  more

CSIS: 'Leveraging SBIR for Quantum Commercialization and Supply Chain Growth'
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following report on March 30, 2026 by Phillip Singerman and Hideki Tomoshige entitled "Leveraging SBIR for Quantum Commercialization and Supply Chain Growth." Here is the introduction: * * * Quantum information science and technology (QIST) has the potential to become a foundational platform technology, with wide ranging applications in national security, advanced manufacturing, communications, and sc  more

Del. Gov. Meyer Announces New Public Service Commission Nominees
DOVER, Delaware, May 9 -- Gov. Matt Meyer, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Governor Meyer Announces New Public Service Commission Nominees Governor Matt Meyer has announced four new nominees to serve on the Delaware Public Service Commission (PSC), pending confirmation from the Delaware State Senate. After more than a decade, the PSC will have new commissioners, joining current commissioner, Harold Gray, who Governor Meyer reappointed last May. "Families a  more

EEOC Files Subpoena Enforcement Action Against Psychological Dimensions, LLC
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC Files Subpoena Enforcement Action Against Psychological Dimensions, LLC Federal agency seeks court order compelling contractor to produce information relating to its hiring investigation  DENVER - The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced today the filing of a federal court action to enforce two administrative subpoenas issued against Psychological Dimension  more

Forvis Mazars Announces 50 New Partners and Managing Directors
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 5 -- Forvis, an accounting and advisory firm, issued the following news release: * * * Forvis Mazars announces 50 new partners and managing directors Forvis Mazars, LLP, one of the largest public accounting and consulting firms in the United States, is pleased to announce the election of 26 new partners and the promotion of 24 new managing directors, effective June 1, 2026. These leaders bring substantial industry knowledge and a clear focus on delivering an Un  more

Georgia Wins the 2026 Junior Varsity National LifeSmarts Championship
WASHINGTON, May 8 [Category: Consumer Services] -- The National Consumers League issued the following news release: * * * Georgia Wins the 2026 Junior Varsity National LifeSmarts Championship * Congratulations, Georgia! The third annual Virtual Junior Varsity National LifeSmarts Championship was held May 6 th and 7 th, with seventeen LifeSmarts State Junior Varsity Champion teams from across the country competing. The LifeSmarts Junior Varsity level involves students who are currently in g  more

Governor Polis Appoints Leslee K. Balten to the Eagle County Court
DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Appoints Leslee K. Balten to the Eagle County Court Today, Governor Polis appointed Leslee K. Balten to the Eagle County Court in the 5th Judicial District. This judgeship is created pursuant to Senate Bill 25-024. The vacancy is effective July 1, 2026. Ms. Balten is a Partner and Breckenridge Office Manager at Ciancio Ciancio Brown, P.C., a position she has held since 2017. Her p  more

Governor Polis Signs Balanced Budget Protecting Education, Public Safety, Setting State Up For Future Financial Success
DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Signs Balanced Budget Protecting Education, Public Safety, Setting State Up For Future Financial Success * DENVER - Today, Governor Polis signed a balanced state budget for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year. This balanced budget protects important investments in K-12 education and public safety, sets the state on a path for financial security, and adapts to the negative impacts of Preside  more

Governor Polis Signs Bill Into Law Supporting Supporting Animal and Human Wellbeing
DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Signs Bill Into Law Supporting Supporting Animal and Human Wellbeing Today, Governor Polis signed HB26-1229 - Supporting the Human-Animal Bond, sponsored by Representatives Rick Taggart and Lisa Feret, and Senators Judy Amabile and Janice Rich. This bill recognizes the role animals play in Coloradans' health, and allows the Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment (  more

Greenberg Traurig Colorado Adds Environmental & Product Liability Litigator Matt Douglas
MIAMI, Florida, May 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Colorado Adds Environmental & Product Liability Litigator Matt Douglas DENVER - Matthew J. Douglas joins global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a shareholder in the Denver office.  Douglas' broad trial experience informs a nationally recognized practice focused on environmental, toxic tort, and product liability litigation, with particular depth in t  more

Hickenlooper, Sanders, Colleagues Protest Trump Admin Rule to Exploit Workers
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper, Sanders, Colleagues Protest Trump Admin Rule to Exploit Workers * An estimated 10% to 30% of employers misclassify their employees, leaving millions of workers without fair labor protections WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Bernie Sanders, along with 19 of their Democratic Senate colleagues, demanded Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling withdraw a recent pro  more

Holland & Hart Helps Aaran Transport Secure $21 Million Personal Injury Defense Verdict
DENVER, Colorado, May 8 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news on May 7, 2026: * * * Holland & Hart Helps Aaran Transport Secure $21 Million Personal Injury Defense Verdict On May 4, 2026, Holland & Hart's clients Aaran Transport, LLC and the estate of the company's driver Nur Abdi won a full defense verdict in a $21 million personal injury case in the United States District Court for the District of Colorado. During the six-day jury trial, the firm's litigation and appel  more

HVS Brokerage & Advisory Closes Sale of Staybridge Suites Houston - Humble Beltway 8 East
LOVELAND, Colorado, May 8 [Category: BizConsulting] -- HVS, a consulting, valuation and research firm, posted the following news release: * * * HVS Brokerage & Advisory Closes Sale of Staybridge Suites Houston - Humble Beltway 8 East HOUSTON, TX: HVS Brokerage & Advisory announces the sale of the 90-key Staybridge Suites Houston - Humble Beltway 8 East, located at 4819 Canyon Lakes Trace Drive, Humble, Texas 77396. The property, built in 2018, was purchased by Sahkar Hospitality Corporation  more

ICYMI: Hickenlooper, Coloradans Call Out Cost of Living Emergency, Highlight High Cost of Gas, Health Care
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Hickenlooper, Coloradans Call Out Cost of Living Emergency, Highlight High Cost of Gas, Health Care * Hickenlooper: "I call it the cost-of-living emergency. It's not a crisis anymore. It's an emergency." White House, congressional Republicans refuse to address the affordability emergency In case you missed it, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper held two events this week highlighting how Pre  more

Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault Executive Director Jordan Testifies Before House Judiciary Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance released the following testimony by Lisae C. Jordan, executive director and counsel of the Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault, from an April 29, 2026, hearing entitled "Peace of Mind: Strengthening Victim Protections Under Kayleigh's Law": * * * Mr. Chairman, Ranking Members, and distinguished Members of the Committee: Thank you for the opportunity to be here today. My name is Lisae C. Jo  more

Md. A.G. Brown Secures Court Ruling Against Trump Administration's Unlawful Tariffs
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 9 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Secures Court Ruling Against Trump Administration's Unlawful Tariffs Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of States' Challenge to Tariffs That Are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy * Attorney General Anthony G. Brown secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose unlawful tariffs   more

Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, May 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11982) by natural resources policy analyst specialist Charles V. Stern. Here are excerpts: * * * Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin The Colorado River Basin covers more than 246,000 square miles in seven U.S. states and Mexico. Basin waters are governed by multiple documents, known collectively as the Law of the River. The Colorado River Compact of 1922 established  more

SSTL Welcomes First Imagery Release From HotSat-2
ENGLEWOOD, Colorado, May 9 -- Surrey Satellite Technology U.S., a subsidiary of Surrey Satellite Technology, issued the following news: * * * SSTL welcomes first imagery release from HotSat-2 Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) is delighted to see its customer SatVu release the first imagery from HotSat-2, marking an important milestone in the mission's early operational life. The initial images, captured over strategically significant energy sites, demonstrate the capability of the satel  more

This Week In Climate Action - May 8, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 8 [Category: Environment] -- The League of Conservation Voters issued the following news wrap up, This Week in Climate Action - May 8, 2026: * * * Your weekly resource to learn what the environmental movement is saying about the news of the day and the political fight of our generation. This week, we're covering rising energy costs, clean energy wins in our states, and the Trump administration's latest attacks on our climate and public lands. Be sure to follow LCV on Facebook,  more

University of Colorado-Boulder: Heightened ICE Enforcement Harms US-Born Workers, Shrinks Workforce
BOULDER, Colorado, May 4 (TNSrep) -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus issued the following news: * * * Heightened ICE enforcement harms US-born workers, shrinks workforce By Lisa Marshall Heightened immigration enforcement during the second Trump administration has not expanded job opportunities for U.S.-born workers and is associated with a reduction of employment for U.S.-born men with no more than a high school degree, according to new CU Boulder research (https://www.nber.org/sy  more

University of Colorado-Boulder: Light Without Electricity? Glowing Algae Could Make It Possible
BOULDER, Colorado, May 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus issued the following news: * * * Light without electricity? Glowing algae could make it possible By Yvaine Ye Imagine a sea of glowing blue lights pulsing to the beat of the music. But instead of glow sticks filled with toxic chemicals, the luminescence comes from living algae, shimmering on demand. In a new study published May 6 in Science Advances, CU Boulder researchers and collaborators unveil a new technolog  more

University of Colorado-Boulder: Two to Tango - Study Shows Dancers' Brains Sync Up as They Move Together
BOULDER, Colorado, May 4 (TNSxrep) -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus issued the following news: * * * Two to tango: Study shows dancers' brains sync up as they move together By Daniel Strain Scientists at CU Boulder have discovered something that experienced ballroom dancers have long known: When dancers are in tune with each other, their brains may sync up, helping them move as one. "When we dance, our brains are actually coupling," said Thiago Roque, a graduate student in the A  more

University of Colorado-Boulder: Why Older Adults are Turning to Weed
BOULDER, Colorado, May 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus issued the following news: * * * Why older adults are turning to weed By Lisa Marshall Older adults are increasingly turning to cannabis to avoid taking pharmaceuticals, or as a "last resort" for pain, sleep, mental health issues and other age-related problems. But they have real concerns about the drug's potentially intoxicating effects, according to new CU Boulder and University of Utah research. The study was   more

University of Colorado: Commencement Celebrates Twelve Golden Grads
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, May 9 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * Commencement celebrates twelve Golden Grads Since 2012, UCCS has honored Golden Graduates - alumni who graduated 50 years ago - and Silver Graduates - alumni who graduated 25 years ago - during Commencement ceremonies in May and December, respectively. This year, UCCS will recognize twelve Golden Graduates, each of whom graduated from UCCS in 1976. * * * Read stories from each of the G  more

University of Utah Health: Study Reveals Why Older Adults Are Using Cannabis Edibles
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 9 (TNSjou) -- The University of Utah Health issued the following news release: * * * Study Reveals Why Older Adults Are Using Cannabis Edibles For adults over 60, cannabis use is increasing faster than in any other demographic. But science has yet to keep up with why older adults are using cannabis products, which products they choose, and how they make decisions about which products to use. A new study by researchers from University of Utah Health and University o  more

USDA Designates Two Kansas Counties and One Oklahoma County as Natural Disaster Areas
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * USDA Designates Two Kansas Counties and One Oklahoma County as Natural Disaster Areas This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery   more

VA. A.G. JONES WINS LAWSUIT AGAINST TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ILLEGAL TARIFFS
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 9 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on May 8, 2026: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL JAY JONES WINS LAWSUIT AGAINST TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ILLEGAL TARIFFS Court of International Trade Rules in Favor of 24 States, Invalidating Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on Virginians * Attorney General Jay Jones today secured an order invalidating President Trump's latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased   more

Western Slope Showdown Brings First Sanctioned Powerlifting Meet to CMU
GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, May 8 -- Colorado Mesa University posted the following news: * * * Western Slope Showdown Brings First Sanctioned Powerlifting Meet to CMU * Colorado Mesa University made history last weekend by hosting the inaugural Western Slope Showdown, the first USA Powerlifting-sanctioned competition ever held on the Western Slope. Organized by the Iron Mavericks Barbell Club, led by founder and coach Andrew Trujillo, the event brought together collegiate and regional athlete  more