FTS managing editor Brad Jones visits with 600 KCOL morning team Keith and Gail to analyze a proposal by state Rep. Don Marostica for a four-day state work week. Plus, how energy policy will play into Colorado's U.S. Senate race.
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The week in Colorado news: Coffman wins and loses at the same time, Broomfield "nuisance" laws
12:37 minutes (5.15 MB)
Face The State's Kate Melvin joins FTS managing editor Brad Jones for a look at the week that was in Colorado news, including a recap of winners and losers in this week's party primaries. More >
Process for capitol sex allegations in need of tweaking?
July 21, 2008As news comes from the Capitol that a sexual harassment complaint against state Rep. Douglas Bruce, R-Colorado Springs, has been dropped, we've got to wonder. Could there be something wrong with Capitol policies or leadership that allow one person to smear another's through the mud, and then even with evidence suggests exoneration, none is provided?
Rep. Ellen Roberts on Referendum O
12:12 minutes (4.62 MB)
With so much news coverage of the initiative process, little attention has been directed referred measures on the ballot. Referendum O is before voters by a vote of the General Assembly and, if passed, would make significant changes to the process by which citizens pursue statutory and constitutional initiatives. More >
Rep. Gwyn Green to Oil & Gas Industry: I Won't Party with You
A Face the State Staff Report
July 9, 2008Rep. Gwyn Green, D-Lakewood, has a message for Colorado's oil and gas industry: "Don't expect me to come to your party."
GOP lawmakers allege deliberate budget miscalculations
A Face the State Staff Report
June 25, 2008House GOP leaders are calling for an investigation into possible abuses by state budget officials, alleging deliberate efforts to miscalculate the fiscal impact of proposed laws.
"The Buzz" on Newstalk 1310 KFKA, 6/16 - The Governor's budget problems
June 16, 2008Face The State managing editor Brad Jones talks with Newstalk 1310 KFKA's Amy Oliver about the Governor's precarious situation after a big setback in state court.
6/13: Supreme Court is wrong on eminent-domain
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Colorado towns now have the power to condemn land outside city limits, all thanks to the state Supreme Court. More >
6/11: Spending money they shouldn't have
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A judge recently told the state it was illegally collecting increased property taxes. Too bad the money is already being spent! More >
Ritter's arrogance, undeterred
A Face the State Editorial
June 2, 2008Give credit where credit is due. Gov. Bill Ritter is gutsy these days. Even after having a controversial tax increase he championed slapped down in district court as unconstitutional, he remains undeterred. The Governor will use your tax dollars to backfill his endless promises to taxpayers.
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8/28: Obama at Invesco Field
Barack Obama – I mean, the messiah – delivers his acceptance speech tonight at Invesco Field in Denver. And the change in venue has brought in millions for the cash-strapped Democrats running the show.