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Boulder tech titans clash with county over tax proposal
Boulder's tech and county leaders are on opposite sides of a proposed tax hike on Colorado's highest earners. Amendment 87 would replace Colorado's flat income tax with a graduated system, potentially raising billions for public services while fueling concerns about the state's business climate. Boulder entrepreneur Dan Caruso, former CEO of Zayo Group, is leading opposition to the measure, warning that higher taxes could drive wealthy entrepreneurs and investors out of Colorado.
Local schools big and small impacted by declining enrollment
CU Boulder's enrollment fell this fall for the first time since the start of the pandemic, driven by a steep drop in international graduate students. International students are an important source of tuition revenue and research talent, making their decline a financial and academic challenge for universities nationwide. Also, Boulder Valley School District is consolidating by closing four elementary schools.
Boulder news roundup: a city council resignation, primary election turnout, & marmots
Boulder City Council was rocked by a sudden resignation this month, plus record turnout numbers for the primary election and a first-of-its-kind marmot adoption. Mitchell Byars from Axios discussed the latest news from Boulder with KUNC's Emma VandenEinde. Wallach abruptly resigns from Boulder City Council Boulder City Councilmember Mark Wallach's sudden resignation Thursday night will leave his seat vacant until November, turning an already consequential election into an even bigger shakeup.
Boulder County cools on alternating trail access pilot
Boulder County commissioners signaled they're unlikely to pursue a pilot that would alternate trail access among hikers, bikers and equestrians this season. Two of the three commissioners favor education and trail management over restricting access, which was extremely unpopular in community polls. Commissioners reviewed three staff proposals, including weekday hiker- and biker-only access at Heil Valley and Hall Ranch and rotating one-way trail designations on select trails.
Boulder predicts 2027 budget deficit, citing federal cuts
The city of Boulder is projecting a budget deficit in 2027 driven largely by economic uncertainty tied to federal funding cuts, tariffs and rising inflation. Threat level: Economists and city budget officials say Boulder is especially vulnerable because of its reliance on federal labs and the University of Colorado — two pillars of the local economy facing growing pressure from Washington.
Boulder news with Axios: Restaurant comings & goings, Civic Area rename & Caribou Village cleanup
Changes are afoot in Boulder, as old haunts move on, new eats open shop, city spaces seek input and cleanup gets underway. Mitchell Byars covers Boulder for Axios and joined us to pick apart these stories: The bar plans to reopen in a building near U.S. 36 and McCaslin Boulevard.
CU delays ChatGPT access for students
The University of Colorado is postponing student access to ChatGPT until the fall semester amid faculty concerns about its OpenAI contract. The move highlights growing academic faculty resistance to AI in classrooms, spanning resources, governance and student impact. CU's four campuses were set to roll out ChatGPT Edu to faculty, staff and students by month's end. But spokesperson Christopher Sparks told Axios Boulder the university will delay student access until at least Aug.
Iconic Dark Horse closing its doors in March
Boulder's World Famous Dark Horse will close in March rather than relocate after its demolition for the Williams Village II project. The potential loss of the Dark Horse had long worried residents after developers first announced plans to redevelop the site, and its closure means another of Boulder's longtime businesses is history. The latest: Dark Horse officials announced in a Facebook post late Thursday night that the bar would close following its 51st anniversary celebration on March 14.
Businesses hit hard by Boulder power shutoffs
Boulder-area businesses affected by December's wind-caused power outages reported losing an average of $25,000, with some suffering six-figure financial hits, according to a new survey. The outages — many preemptive shutoffs intended to reduce wildfire risk — have intensified criticism of Xcel Energy's planning, communication and infrastructure, particularly from small businesses with limited ability to absorb prolonged closures.
Dark Horse demolition could come sooner than expected
The planners behind the Williams Village housing project said a city rule is forcing demolition of the iconic Dark Horse Tavern sooner than expected, but city officials are saying the timing remains in the hands of developers. Why it matters: The developers said the condensed timeline would be a hardship for the dive bar and its employees and deprive locals the chance to say their farewells to the unique building. Driving the news: In a Dec.
Boulder County to cut 90 jobs amid $30M-$40M shortfall
Boulder County is eliminating about 90 positions, including 31 layoffs, as local leaders try to close a looming budget gap. The cuts could ripple through core county services and affect residents, while also slowing hiring across departments. The Boulder County Housing Authority and Boulder County Public Health are planning additional, yet-to-be-announced reductions.
Despite national trends, fentanyl deaths up so far in 2025
Fentanyl deaths in Boulder County are up in the first half of 2025, particularly in connection with methamphetamine use, according to coroner's office data. Why it matters: A surge in fentanyl- and meth-related deaths threatens to reverse progress in Colorado's opioid fight — and underscores limits of tougher drug penalties.
Boulder Valley goes back to school amid turmoil
As classrooms fill back up, BVSD is stepping into the 2025 school year with several noteworthy developments — from updated academic tools to a tightening stance on tech in schools — all while navigating the broader cultural and political currents that shape students' lives. Superintendent Rob Anderson emphasized the district's continued focus on serving students who've historically been left behind. "Our school district has always served some kids incredibly well, some not as much," Anderson said.
Driver sentenced to prison in Magnus White case
The driver convicted of killing 17-year-old cycling star Magnus White in a 2023 crash on Diagonal Highway was sentenced to four years in prison on Friday. The latest: Boulder District Judge Dea Lindsey sentenced Yeva Smilianksa, 24, after hours of emotional testimony. Smilianska was convicted in April on one count of vehicular homicide - reckless. Prosecutors said she passed out at the wheel while driving on Diagonal Highway and hit White, who was riding on the shoulder.
Restitution process begins for former Four Star Realty tenants
Illustration: Allie Carl/Axios ğ° The process of returning nearly $1 million to former tenants of Four Star Realty, a Colorado property management company, begins today after a state investigation found multiple instances of the company unlawfully withholding money from its tenants' security deposits and charging unfair and deceptive fees. (Denver Post ğ) ğ A Chick-fil-A opened last week in Erie at U.S. 287 and Arapahoe Road.
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