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Obama orders commission to address voting issues
March 28, 2013 3:40 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama has signed an executive order establishing a presidential commission to address voting issues. Obama announced his plans to create the commission last month in his State of the Union address. The top lawyer for Obama's re-election campaign, Bob Bauer, will co-chair the commission with... more » -
Sal Pace wins Pueblo County Commissioner seat
January 12, 2013 5:45 PM
The Pueblo County Democratic Party met today to fill the County Commissioner seat left open by Jeff Chostner who's moving on to be the new District Attorney. Several candidates had three minutes each to convince delegates to vote for them. After two votes, the winner with 53% of the vote... more » -
Proposed energy park goes to planning commission
February 22, 2011 4:35 PM
Pueblo Attorney Don Banner will present a plan tonight to build a clean energy park in southeast Pueblo County that would include a nuclear power plant. The Sierra Club has voiced opposition to any nuclear power plant, calling it a dangerous form of energy. The Pueblo County Planning and... more » -
Volunteers needed in government
January 5, 2011 4:14 PM
The City of Colorado Springs and El Paso County are asking for volunteers to serve on various boards and commissions. Colorado Springs: Liquor and Beer Licensing Board The City is looking for one volunteer to serve on the Liquor and Beer Licensing Board. The Board conducts public... more » -
4 deaths prompt Graco stroller recall
October 20, 2010 8:33 AM
Baby gear maker Graco is recalling about 2 million strollers after receiving reports of four infant strangulations in the strollers. The Consumer Product Safety Commission, which announced the recall Wednesday, said the infant strangulations occurred between 2003 and 2005. The strollers being recalled are older versions of the... more » -
Rafters, landowners start river negotiations
September 23, 2010 12:21 PM
A Colorado panel to settle rafting disputes between landowners and paddlers has begun sorting through ideas to calm the waters. A task force set up after a rafting bill died in the state legislature held its first meeting Wednesday in Salida. Task force member Bob Hamel says the... more » -
California delays Bo Derek confirmation to horse board
August 26, 2010 8:36 AM
The California state Senate has delayed confirming actress Bo Derek to a commission that oversees horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering at racetracks in California. A spokeswoman for Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg says the delay comes because the Democrat from Sacramento wants more time to consider all four... more » -
Fake collection agency calls may come from overseas
June 22, 2010 1:22 PM
Colorado Attorney General John Suthers said Tuesday his office has received reports of fraudulent and threatening debt-collection calls. The calls often involve a supposed payday loan debt consumers have allegedly incurred. The callers, who resort to threatening tactics, use a variety of business names and have even invoked the Office... more » -
Volunteers needed for historic preservation
May 26, 2010 11:38 AM
If you have a love of history, here's an opportunity to make a difference. The City of Colorado Springs needs volunteers to serve on the Historic Preservation Board. This board advises City Council in implementing the Historic Preservation program for the City. Meetings take place on the first... more » -
Volunteers sought for ethics commission
March 23, 2010 12:48 PM
The City of Colorado Springs is looking for two volunteers to serve on the Independent Ethics Commission. This commission is appointed by City Council to review ethics complaints and inquiries submitted by citizens through the City Attorney. Complaints may involve elected officials, or appointees to boards, committees, or commissions. ... more » -
Safety commission warns crib makers
February 17, 2010 5:35 PM
The makers of children's products are hearing a stern warning from one of the nation's top safety officials. The head of the Consumer Product Safety Commission says the makers of toys, cribs and other children's products need to put safety first. If not, she says, they'll face possible fines, lawsuits... more »
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