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The Colorado Capitol Building. A close up image of an official building with a gold dome over a rotunda with pillars. On the right of the dome is a flag pole with the American flag above the Colorado flag.

House of Representatives Members Accused of Violating Sunshine Law in Lawsuit

Two Colorado House of Representative members are accusing their colleagues of routinely breaking the Colorado Open Meetings Law.

Edelson Files Complaint Against Xcel Energy for Marshall Fire Damages

Edelson PC on July 10 announced it filed a lawsuit against Xcel Energy on behalf of plaintiffs who survived the Dec. 30, 2021, Marshall Fire.

Gov. Polis Appoints Christopher Rhamey to the 1st Judicial District Court

Gov. Polis appointed Christopher Rhamey to the 1st Judicial District Court. He replaces Judge Robert Lochary, effective July 29.

Gov. Polis Appoints Elise Myer to the 9th Judicial District Court

Gov. Jared Polis appointed Elise Myer to the 9th Judicial District Court to replace retiring Judge James Berkley Boyd effective July 1.

New Chief Justice Directive Addresses Continued Use of Virtual Proceedings in Colorado Trial Courts

Colorado Supreme Court Chief Justice Brian Boatright signed a directive to increase access to Colorado’s trial courts through virtual proceedings.

Gov. Polis Appoints Sarah Stout to 17th Judicial District Court

Gov. Polis appointed Sarah Stout to the 17th Judicial District Court, replacing retiring Judge Robert Kiesnowski Jr. July 1.

Gov. Polis Appoints Judge LaQunya Baker, Magistrate Judge Jacob Edson to the 18th Judicial...

Gov. Jared Polis appointed Judge LaQunya Baker and Magistrate Judge Jacob Edson to vacancies on the 18th Judicial District Court.

Anheuser-Busch Settles with EPA Resolving Alleged Violations of the Clean Air Act

EPA announced a settlement with Anheuser-Busch, resolving alleged violations of the Clean Air Act’s chemical accident prevention requirements.

Supreme Court to Hear ‘Trump Too Small’ Trademark Appeal

The case asks how public or political figures’ rights to privacy and publicity weigh against freedom of speech with trademarks.

Longtime Municipal Court Judge Linda Cooke to Step Down June 30

Municipal Court Judge Linda Cooke announced she plans to step down from her role June 30, ending 22 years with the court.