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Colorado’s Budget Crisis Deepens | Aspen News (opens the original)
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Colorado’s budget is in deep trouble, with economists now predicting a $1.6 billion deficit — a massive swing from earlier forecasts. The state’s biggest headache? Medicaid, whose costs have skyrocketed 92% despite declining enrollment, fueled by surging demand for long-term and behavioral health care. With Medicaid spending doubling the state’s overall budget growth, officials warn other vital services could be slashed unless action is taken — and new federal restrictions will make funding even
Measles Resurfaces in Colorado | Aspen News (opens the original)
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Measles is roaring back in Colorado after an unvaccinated traveler sparked a new outbreak, hitting Union Station and a Steamboat Springs hotel—just weeks after another international case spread through Denver’s Gem Show and Boulder. With symptoms like fever, cough, and a signature rash, experts urge exposed folks to contact their doctor first to avoid spreading it. While Colorado’s resident cases remain low, the state saw its second-highest measles tally since 1993—and nationwide, declining vacc
St. Mary's Glacier Vanishes Forever | Aspen News (opens the original)
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St. Mary’s Glacier in Colorado, a beloved summer snowfield for over a century, has vanished completely for the first time ever — a chilling symbol of climate change. Once a reliable retreat for skiers and hikers, it melted away entirely during Colorado’s hottest summer on record. Experts warn this isn’t an anomaly but part of a global trend: warming temperatures are outpacing winter snowfall, draining these icy havens like an empty bank account. Satellite images and firsthand flights confirm the
The Human Spark in AI’s Shadow | Aspen News (opens the original)
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Colorado Startup Week drew thousands in person, ditching online options for real-world connection — a bold move echoing the rising “Experience Economy” where people crave shared moments over digital convenience. Amid AI hype, founders and investors alike are rediscovering the power of human interaction, from Techstars’ room-based learning to Colorado’s push as a hub for experiential ventures — even if profits may be thinner, the emotional and social ROI is undeniable. Listen in comfort: Get a di
Livestreaming Courts Under Fire | Aspen News (opens the original)
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Colorado judges are temporarily halting mandatory court livestreams to protect victims, witnesses, and the integrity of justice — after disturbing cases showed livestreams being weaponized for harassment, financial gain, and public spectacle. With high-profile trials turned into viral content and personal info exposed, officials are scrambling to balance transparency with fairness, giving judges discretion on a case-by-case basis while exploring tech fixes, training, and new laws. Listen in comf
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