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After years of Statehouse debate, Colorado voters face historic decision on paid family leave

After years of Statehouse debate, Colorado voters face historic decision on paid family leave

Only eight states in the country have paid family leave programs for their workers. This fall, voters have the option to make Colorado the ninth.
Longmont Weather Forecast 9/30 to 10/1/2020

Longmont Weather Forecast 9/30 to 10/1/2020

This week, northwest dry air flow will keep temperatures closer to normal (or chilly at times) and bring smoke now and then.
Longmont police report Sept. 29, 2020

Longmont police report Sept. 29, 2020

A daily crime report in Longmont.
Council agrees to give Longmont's public access TV channel a boost in 2021

Council agrees to give Longmont's public access TV channel a boost in 2021

Council agreed to give LPM a one-time hike in funds to offset the impacts of the pandemic.
Love and caffeine: From first date to Ziggi's franchisees

Love and caffeine: From first date to Ziggi's franchisees

Couple who grew up in Longmont and reconnected decades later signs agreement for three new Ziggi's coffee shops.
Platte River Power Authority seeks input as it works toward noncarbon energy mix by 2030

Platte River Power Authority seeks input as it works toward noncarbon energy mix by 2030

PRPA and member communities want feedback on variety of distributed energy resources topics including electric vehicle charging, rooftop solar and storage.
Senior Center bringing History Colorado lectures to a screen near you

Senior Center bringing History Colorado lectures to a screen near you

Two lectures can be viewed via Zoom; first is Thursday.
Boulder County seeing rise in COVID cases in all age groups

Boulder County seeing rise in COVID cases in all age groups

“While the number of new cases in each age group remain low, this increase is concerning. I want to stress how critically important it is for each and every individual in the community to help slow the spread of COVID-19 by socially distancing, wearing a face covering, limiting gatherings, and staying home when sick.”
Q&A: Eric Davila, candidate for State Representative for Colorado's House District 12

Q&A: Eric Davila, candidate for State Representative for Colorado's House District 12

The Longmont Leader reached out to candidates of the races listed in our voter’s guide with a list of questions. Each response will be published as it is received and may be edited for clarity and/or length.
Polis encourages school enrollment amid decline

Polis encourages school enrollment amid decline

At a news conference Tuesday, governor and other officials warned children who return to school after taking time off may face a "major deficit."