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Guide to Colorado’s Open Records and Open Meetings Laws - Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition
Welcome to the Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition’s “Guide to Colorado’s Open Records and Open Meetings Laws.”Previously published in booklet format, this online version of CFOIC’s sunshine law...
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The state, originally awarded $826.5 million, was forced to redo its BEAD plan to give satellite and wireless a fair chance against the more costly fiber broadband service.
Colorado awarded $420.6M by federal government — nearly half of original grant — for fast rural internet service
The state, originally awarded $826.5 million, was forced to redo its BEAD plan to give satellite and wireless a chance against the more costly fiber
coloradosun.com
December 4, 2025 at 9:05 PM
The state, originally awarded $826.5 million, was forced to redo its BEAD plan to give satellite and wireless a fair chance against the more costly fiber broadband service.
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Nexstar has said that multiple stations in the same market will be combined. Here is Nexstar's exhibit for the FCC that outlines the Denver portion of the acquisition (9NEWS and Fox31) and why the company believes the FCC should grant ownership waivers (2/2)
December 4, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Nexstar has said that multiple stations in the same market will be combined. Here is Nexstar's exhibit for the FCC that outlines the Denver portion of the acquisition (9NEWS and Fox31) and why the company believes the FCC should grant ownership waivers (2/2)
Colorado Transparency News: Appeal of DougCo open meetings ruling; legislative committee video; encrypted police radios; unintentionally released executive session recording; hospital board transparency; citizen journalism; more.
Colorado Transparency News - 12/4/2025
Newsletter of the Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition
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December 4, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Colorado Transparency News: Appeal of DougCo open meetings ruling; legislative committee video; encrypted police radios; unintentionally released executive session recording; hospital board transparency; citizen journalism; more.
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The New York Times sued the Pentagon on Thursday, arguing that the Defense Department infringed on the constitutional rights of its journalists by imposing a set of new restrictions on reporting about the military.
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Read more: nyti.ms/44CRJZY
December 4, 2025 at 11:15 AM
The New York Times sued the Pentagon on Thursday, arguing that the Defense Department infringed on the constitutional rights of its journalists by imposing a set of new restrictions on reporting about the military.
Read more: nyti.ms/44CRJZY
Read more: nyti.ms/44CRJZY
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NEW: Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold (D) is the latest state election leader to reject a request from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to share private, unredacted voter data with the federal government. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Colorado Tells DOJ ‘Take a Hike’ as It Rejects Demand for Statewide Voter Data
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
December 3, 2025 at 11:24 PM
NEW: Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold (D) is the latest state election leader to reject a request from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to share private, unredacted voter data with the federal government. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
SCOTUS test for determining if a public official has “engaged in state action” under the First Amendment by deleting comments and blocking critics: 1) if the official had “actual authority” to speak for the government and 2) if the official “purported to exercise that authority” on social media.
The town of Kersey just blocked me on Facebook, deleted my comments, and the police chief using a sock account attempted to have my post in a local group deleted! @eff.org @acluofcolorado.bsky.social @coloradofoic.bsky.social @kylec.bsky.social @coattnygeneral.bsky.social @colorado.gov
December 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM
SCOTUS test for determining if a public official has “engaged in state action” under the First Amendment by deleting comments and blocking critics: 1) if the official had “actual authority” to speak for the government and 2) if the official “purported to exercise that authority” on social media.
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NEW: President Trump is urging Judge Aileen Cannon to keep Jack Smith's final report secret indefinitely.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:19 PM
NEW: President Trump is urging Judge Aileen Cannon to keep Jack Smith's final report secret indefinitely.
www.politico.com/news/2025/12...
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LeEllen Condry filed a lawsuit against the Elizabeth School District, alleging the district violated her free speech protections and discriminated against her based on race and sex.
Fired middle school dean who objected to book removals sues Elizabeth School District
LeEllen Condry filed a lawsuit against the Elizabeth School District, alleging the district violated her free speech protections and discriminated against her based on race and sex.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:05 PM
LeEllen Condry filed a lawsuit against the Elizabeth School District, alleging the district violated her free speech protections and discriminated against her based on race and sex.
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Today the FCC accepted for filing the application for Nexstar (Fox31) to acquire TEGNA (9NEWS) and has set a pleading cycle (public comment) to run through late January with a ruling to follow. The FCC says Nexstar is requesting two ownership rule waivers.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Today the FCC accepted for filing the application for Nexstar (Fox31) to acquire TEGNA (9NEWS) and has set a pleading cycle (public comment) to run through late January with a ruling to follow. The FCC says Nexstar is requesting two ownership rule waivers.
docs.fcc.gov/public/attac...
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Another example of anti-semitism out in the open in politics.
Tina Peters’ ally and MAGA podcaster Joe Oltmann blames “Satan Jews” for imprisoning Peters: Governor Polis, AG Weiser, DA Rubinstein, SOS Griswold.
Oltmann then repeats his call for executions by hanging.
Tina Peters’ ally and MAGA podcaster Joe Oltmann blames “Satan Jews” for imprisoning Peters: Governor Polis, AG Weiser, DA Rubinstein, SOS Griswold.
Oltmann then repeats his call for executions by hanging.
November 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Another example of anti-semitism out in the open in politics.
Tina Peters’ ally and MAGA podcaster Joe Oltmann blames “Satan Jews” for imprisoning Peters: Governor Polis, AG Weiser, DA Rubinstein, SOS Griswold.
Oltmann then repeats his call for executions by hanging.
Tina Peters’ ally and MAGA podcaster Joe Oltmann blames “Satan Jews” for imprisoning Peters: Governor Polis, AG Weiser, DA Rubinstein, SOS Griswold.
Oltmann then repeats his call for executions by hanging.
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The White House launched a page on its website, titled the “Hall of Shame,” devoted to naming and shaming media outlets and reporters that publish stories President Trump disagrees with.
“Misleading. Biased. Exposed,” the site reads.
“Misleading. Biased. Exposed,” the site reads.
Trump ramps up reporter attacks with White House media bias tracker
A new White House webpage presents a “Hall of Shame” for news reports that the president disagrees with, coming after Trump voiced personal attacks on female reporters at ABC, CBS, the New York Times ...
www.washingtonpost.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The White House launched a page on its website, titled the “Hall of Shame,” devoted to naming and shaming media outlets and reporters that publish stories President Trump disagrees with.
“Misleading. Biased. Exposed,” the site reads.
“Misleading. Biased. Exposed,” the site reads.
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On a personal note: Sen. Winter was an incredibly kind person. She always wanted to help. She often brightened my day at the Capitol.
She didn't shy away from tough questions and she was fierce in her beliefs. She was brave in coming forward in 2018 to report sexual harassment.
She didn't shy away from tough questions and she was fierce in her beliefs. She was brave in coming forward in 2018 to report sexual harassment.
Horrible news tonight...
Colorado state senator killed in multi-vehicle crash south of Denver coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/f... #copolitics #coleg
Colorado state senator killed in multi-vehicle crash south of Denver coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/f... #copolitics #coleg
Colorado state senator killed in multi-vehicle crash south of Denver
Faith Winter, a Broomfield Democrat, was a fierce advocate for transit. She was entering her 12th and final year as a state lawmaker.
coloradosun.com
November 27, 2025 at 5:09 AM
On a personal note: Sen. Winter was an incredibly kind person. She always wanted to help. She often brightened my day at the Capitol.
She didn't shy away from tough questions and she was fierce in her beliefs. She was brave in coming forward in 2018 to report sexual harassment.
She didn't shy away from tough questions and she was fierce in her beliefs. She was brave in coming forward in 2018 to report sexual harassment.
"It’s a sharp change in tone from the same department that has rejected repeated requests for an on-camera interview with 9NEWS Investigates to discuss the findings of an investigation that began in March."
Colorado parolee risk assessment flaws revealed; CDOC vows immediate reforms
The Colorado Department of Corrections admits flaws in parolee risk assessments, which was exposed by 9NEWS, and highlights critical errors affecting public safety.
www.9news.com
November 26, 2025 at 4:38 PM
"It’s a sharp change in tone from the same department that has rejected repeated requests for an on-camera interview with 9NEWS Investigates to discuss the findings of an investigation that began in March."
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9NEWS has obtained a copy of the Trump DOJ's request to take custody of Tina Peters.
Colorado's Department of Corrections redacted a large portion of the request, claiming its disclosure would be "contrary to public interest."
Colorado's Department of Corrections redacted a large portion of the request, claiming its disclosure would be "contrary to public interest."
November 26, 2025 at 3:25 AM
9NEWS has obtained a copy of the Trump DOJ's request to take custody of Tina Peters.
Colorado's Department of Corrections redacted a large portion of the request, claiming its disclosure would be "contrary to public interest."
Colorado's Department of Corrections redacted a large portion of the request, claiming its disclosure would be "contrary to public interest."
Every day, the Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition helps Coloradans understand the state’s sunshine laws and use them to hold our public servants accountable.
Early giving for Colorado Gives Day is now!
Early giving for Colorado Gives Day is now!
Informing We the People
A message from Steve Zansberg
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November 25, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Every day, the Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition helps Coloradans understand the state’s sunshine laws and use them to hold our public servants accountable.
Early giving for Colorado Gives Day is now!
Early giving for Colorado Gives Day is now!
"In a Nov. 24 news release, the district stated the executive session was accidentally placed in a publicly accessible folder."
Closed-door meeting accidentally posted by Summit School District ignites criticism of board and superintendent
Discussion that occurred in what the Summit School District said is an unintentionally released executive session recording sparked backlash from the Summit County Education Association. The agenda f...
www.summitdaily.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM
"In a Nov. 24 news release, the district stated the executive session was accidentally placed in a publicly accessible folder."
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A community group said it was disappointed that Denver's elected school board "opted to conduct its first order of business with its new board members in a largely non-public way” // Story by @jessicaseaman.bsky.social
Denver school board’s weekend swearing-in ceremony draws scrutiny
The Denver Public Schools Board of Education swore in four newly-elected members on Saturday, a move that drew criticism for its timing.
www.denverpost.com
November 24, 2025 at 10:19 PM
A community group said it was disappointed that Denver's elected school board "opted to conduct its first order of business with its new board members in a largely non-public way” // Story by @jessicaseaman.bsky.social
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Denver school board’s weekend swearing-in ceremony draws scrutiny trib.al/1eWl81X
Denver school board’s weekend swearing-in ceremony draws scrutiny
The Denver Public Schools Board of Education swore in four newly-elected members on Saturday, a move that drew criticism for its timing.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Denver school board’s weekend swearing-in ceremony draws scrutiny trib.al/1eWl81X
"When we talk about press freedom, we are really talking about your freedom. Reporters ask questions, photographers take pictures, and video journalists record history on your behalf to ensure that you are informed about the things you don’t have the time to unearth."
OpEd: Executive Editor Julie Pace on why AP is standing for your right to speak freely
The executive editor of The Associated Press says the news organization is fighting for the right of the press and public to speak freely without being targeted by the government.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM
"When we talk about press freedom, we are really talking about your freedom. Reporters ask questions, photographers take pictures, and video journalists record history on your behalf to ensure that you are informed about the things you don’t have the time to unearth."
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CU Boulder banned three student journalists from campus and charged them with code of conduct violations after they covered a pro-Palestine protest against Lockheed Martin in October, students said.
Student journalists say they were banned from CU Boulder campus after covering pro-Palestine protest
Sophomore Ašiihkionkonci Parker, one of the student journalists, was banned from campus for two weeks after covering a Students for Justice in Palestine protest against Lockheed Martin at a career …
trib.al
November 20, 2025 at 8:26 PM
CU Boulder banned three student journalists from campus and charged them with code of conduct violations after they covered a pro-Palestine protest against Lockheed Martin in October, students said.
“We don’t deserve the trust of the nation if we’re unclear about the divisiveness of swastikas,” the official said, speaking on the condition of anonymity due to a fear of reprisal.
U.S. Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses as hate symbols
The military service, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has drafted a new policy that classifies such items “potentially divisive.”
www.washingtonpost.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:58 PM
“We don’t deserve the trust of the nation if we’re unclear about the divisiveness of swastikas,” the official said, speaking on the condition of anonymity due to a fear of reprisal.
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New: President Trump on Thursday accused half a dozen Democratic lawmakers, including Colorado's Rep. Jason Crow, of sedition “punishable by DEATH” after the lawmakers called on U.S. military members to uphold the Constitution and defy “illegal orders.”
Rep. Jason Crow, other Democrats push back as Trump says video message to military is ‘seditious behavior’ punishable by death
Lawmakers called on military members to uphold the Constitution and defy “illegal orders.”
trib.al
November 20, 2025 at 7:17 PM
New: President Trump on Thursday accused half a dozen Democratic lawmakers, including Colorado's Rep. Jason Crow, of sedition “punishable by DEATH” after the lawmakers called on U.S. military members to uphold the Constitution and defy “illegal orders.”
"The Park Hospital Board is not being managed in accordance with the letter and spirit of the Colorado Open Records and Open Meetings Laws, and as a result, the people of the Estes Valley have not been well served."
An EPH Board member raises concerns about accountability and transparency
When I ran to serve on the Park Hospital Board last spring, it was on a platform calling for transparency and accountability, among other things. I called for fewer executive […]
estesvalleyvoice.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:47 PM
"The Park Hospital Board is not being managed in accordance with the letter and spirit of the Colorado Open Records and Open Meetings Laws, and as a result, the people of the Estes Valley have not been well served."
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SPJ strongly condemns President Donald Trump’s latest attacks on journalists, including his disparaging treatment of Mary Bruce during Monday’s Oval Office press availability, and his recent “Quiet, piggy” insult aimed at Catherine Lucey.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:33 PM
SPJ strongly condemns President Donald Trump’s latest attacks on journalists, including his disparaging treatment of Mary Bruce during Monday’s Oval Office press availability, and his recent “Quiet, piggy” insult aimed at Catherine Lucey.
🔗Read the full statement: www.spj.org/spj-statemen...
🔗Read the full statement: www.spj.org/spj-statemen...