Correction, September 2, 2026 12:31 pm:
A previous version of this story stated that Commissioners Claire Levy and Marta Loachamin voted for a designation that allows only lower-density housing and seeks to “preserve rural character,” and Commissioner Ashley Stolzmann opposed it. Levy and Stolzmann supported the designation, Loachamin opposed.
This story was also updated to clarify that the potential impact of land-use designations proposed for unincorporated areas.
Boulder’s new land-use plan could make room for up to 40% more housing
Correction, August 28, 2026 11:06 am:
A previous version of this story stated La Grave is 48. He is 47, born in 1979.
Boulder entrepreneur Aquiles La Grave announces run for mayor
Correction, July 30, 2026 12:49 pm:
A previous version of this story stated that Brockett quit his job and moved to Boulder in 2003. He quit his job in 2000 and moved to Boulder in 2003.
Boulder Mayor Aaron Brockett seeks to keep his job as he announces candidacy
Correction, July 30, 2026 10:28 am:
A previous version of this story stated Brockett quit his job in 2003, when he moved to Boulder. He quit his job In 2000, when he and his wife started a company together.
Aaron Brockett seeks reelection as Boulder mayor after turbulent council term
Clarification, July 10, 2026 11:19 am:
This story was edited to include the point-in-time count for the City of Boulder, rather than the Boulder County, as the former is more relevant.
Boulder relocates homelessness services amid broader push to curb outdoor sleeping downtown
Correction, July 1, 2026 7:43 pm:
A previous version of this story reported AJ Capital Partners is based out of Chicago. It is based out of Nashville, with a Chicago office.
Boulder’s iconic Hotel Boulderado sold after four decades under same owner
Correction, June 29, 2026 10:50 am:
A previous version of this story reported Anna Wert was a campaign manager for Michael Dougherty. She was his social media manager.
Boulder CU regent race sees endorsement switch, apology after Reddit controversy
Correction, June 12, 2026 10:23 am:
An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated that the winner of the June 30 Democratic primary for the CU Board of Regents District 2 seat would automatically become the next regent. A Republican candidate, Marty Neilson, has qualified for the general election ballot, and the seat will be decided in November.
Meet the candidates for Boulder’s CU Board of Regents seat in the 2026 Democratic primary
Correction, June 11, 2026 11:47 am:
A previous version of this story stated Ozaslan did not directly address questions about whether other streets could face similar assessments.
She told Boulder Reporting Lab a local improvement district can be formed in any location where public improvements specially benefit specific properties.
Boulder homeowners could be charged up to $90,000 each for a street project. Many are fighting back.
Correction, June 8, 2026 2:39 pm:
A previous version of this story referred to Ryan Schuchard's organization as "More Mobility." The title of the organization is Moreworks.
Boulder City Council candidates preview election-year battles over housing, airport and wages
Clarification, May 29, 2026 10:36 am:
Due to an editing error, an earlier version of this story inadvertently implied near the top of the story that all construction at Chautauqua began without permits. Chautauqua initially performed work under a permit allowing replacement of the auditorium’s fire suppression system. However, the organization later conducted additional construction work beyond the scope of that permit without a required building permit, prompting the city to issue a stop-work order.
Boulder’s Chautauqua raced to winterize its historic auditorium for Sundance. A stop-work order followed.
Correction, May 26, 2026 3:57 pm:
A previous version of this story incorrectly stated that KGNU received $1 million from the New Markets Tax Credit program. The station received $1 million in equity generated through the tax credit, as part of a total $8.5 million financing package.
A previous version of this story stated that KGNU was launched by CU students. The station was founded by students of the Boulder Free School, which itself was founded by CU students.
KGNU opens new downtown Boulder media center as community radio station marks 48 years on air
Correction, May 11, 2026 1:35 pm:
An earlier version of this column incorrectly stated that Boulder’s minimum wage in 2026 is $15.57. Boulder’s 2026 minimum wage is $16.82. The $15.57 figure was the city’s minimum wage in 2025.
Brian Keegan: Boulder’s tipped wage debate rests on a myth about what restaurant workers earn
Clarification, April 27, 2026 9:05 pm:
Due to an editing error, an earlier version of this story said certain schools were “most likely to face closure or consolidation.” BVSD has not identified specific schools for closure and has not released a final plan. Capacity and enrollment projections cited in the story refer to schools facing enrollment pressures.
Inside BVSD’s final meeting on possible school closures as declining enrollment forces tough choices
Correction, April 16, 2026 4:52 pm:
This story has been updated to clarify that Boulder Reservoir supplies drinking water to Erie and Lafayette, and that concerns about herbicide use were primarily related to maintaining downstream water deliveries, particularly for irrigation.
Boulder to deploy divers to remove invasive Eurasian watermilfoil at reservoir after herbicide plan stalls
Correction, April 8, 2026 5:17 pm:
Correction: This story has been updated to remove any suggestion that Burdine was involved in opening another dance studio in Wheat Ridge. While that information had been reported to the Boulder District Attorney's Office, the owner of that studio has disputed the claim. FrequencyDance.com had redirected to the new business, but without the apparent knowledge of anyone involved with that studio.
Boulder dance studio owner indicted on 21 felony charges tied to alleged fraud; warrant issued
Clarification, April 8, 2026 1:31 pm:
This story has been updated to make clear that the Thornton Police Department did not issue the warrant for Burdine's arrest.
Boulder dance studio owner indicted on 21 felony charges tied to alleged fraud; warrant issued
Clarification, March 23, 2026 11:57 am:
This story was updated with a clarification from Northern Water that while water will be added to the dam in 2026, it will not be released this year.
Erie declares drought emergency, threatens water shutoffs for sprinkler use
Correction, March 17, 2026 9:15 am:
A previous version of this story referred to the Human Relations Commission as the Human Rights Commission.
Boulder opens bidding process for license plate reader cameras amid Flock backlash
Clarification, March 16, 2026 1:38 pm:
An earlier version of this story characterized former Rep. and Regent candidate Edie Hooton as reserving judgment on collective bargaining. After publication, Hooton clarified that she “absolutely 100% supports collective bargaining” and will work with the Board of Regents to enact comprehensive collective bargaining rights for CU staff.
Boulder Democrats signal early frontrunner in CU regent race, set treasurer primary
