Local News

A daily crime report in Longmont.

The task force will meet for the first time Wednesday. Gov. Jared Polis said it will work with parents, educators, school board members and public health officials to look at protocols and “examples of what works.”

If the state remains on its current trajectory, total deaths are expected to reach 6,600 by the end of December, state epidemiologist Rachel Herlihy said at a news briefing on Tuesday.

After a bit of snow, we stay cool and dry for the next week (but not so much for the mountains).

The feasibility study that led to the recommendation for solar installations provides a footprint for Longmont as it moves to provide cleaner, energy sources in the future, according to a staff report to city council.

Mayor Brian Bagley is pushing an ordinance that would bar Longmont's two hospitals from providing COVID-related care to residents in counties that are not complying with state health orders.

"Every business in the state of Colorado needs to follow our laws and, whether you agree with it or not, in red counties, not having indoor dining is the law of Colorado. Any type of business that violates a health order, whether it's hepatitis, salmonella or COVID ... could lose their license to operate." 

"What these rules will usher in is a much-needed balance, in consideration for things like fish and wildlife," said John Gale, conservation director for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers.

40.4% of Coloradans are behind on rent or mortgage with eviction or foreclosure looming

"In 2020, 3D passed by over 9%. Our Best Longmont’s efforts achieved a swing in public opinion of almost 20%."