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Report: Broncos owners spend big on Republicans  

NFL owners spent some $18 million during the midterms, mostly backing Republicans

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Broncos co-owners <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Greg Penner and Rob Walton" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/10/29/how-taxpayers-could-pay-new-broncos-stadium" data-vars-content-id="c9c0ec13-7599-4dcd-871d-4a2985c07544" data-vars-headline="Report: Broncos owners spend big on Republicans " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/10/29/how-taxpayers-could-pay-new-broncos-stadium" target="_self">Greg Penner and Rob Walton</a> poured more than $9 million into political causes this election cycle, largely backing Republicans.Why it matters: Members of the NFL&#x27;s richest ownership group are flexing their political muscle in the most expensive <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="midterm election in history" data-vars-click-url="https://www.npr.org/2026/10/28/nx-s1-6020547/whos-funding-the-most-expensive-u-s-election-ever" data-vars-content-id="c9c0ec13-7599-4dcd-871d-4a2985c07544" data-vars-headline="Report: Broncos owners spend big on Republicans " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.npr.org/2026/10/28/nx-s1-6020547/whos-funding-the-most-expensive-u-s-election-ever" target="_blank">midterm election in history</a>.

Colorado voter guide: What to know about the candidates and ballot measures

We put together voter guides to get you smarter, faster about your ballot.

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Colorado voters face major decisions in the 2026 midterms, from statewide questions to choosing the next governor — and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the stakes are high" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/10/07/colorado-2026-ballot-stakes" data-vars-content-id="e5e45b27-4eae-4fed-b52b-f5ed7c09be37" data-vars-headline="Colorado voter guide: What to know about the candidates and ballot measures" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/10/07/colorado-2026-ballot-stakes" target="_self">the stakes are high</a>.We&#x27;re here to help.

How to hack the time change

Time change brings groggy mornings and more deer during evening commutes.

Your phone knows the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="clocks fall back" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/30/time-change-fall-back-2025" data-vars-content-id="b7663ce5-655b-43eb-81a6-180712ce3d34" data-vars-headline="How to hack the time change" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/30/time-change-fall-back-2025" target="_self">clocks fall back</a> an hour at 2am Sunday. Your brain — not so much.Why it matters: Changing the clock can leave your body feeling jet-lagged — without ever leaving Colorado.

Colorado lawmakers will soon revive anti-surveillance push

A new governor could change fortunes for previously failed restrictions

Colorado lawmakers are preparing another push to rein in police surveillance as privacy concerns revive stalled legislation.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Both candidates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.kunc.org/politics/2026-10-15/why-republican-victor-marx-doesnt-give-a-flying-squirrel-tail-about-gop-establishment-approval" data-vars-content-id="c17c85e1-645f-4f90-baa2-6e3ae9b326d9" data-vars-headline="Colorado lawmakers will soon revive anti-surveillance push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.kunc.org/politics/2026-10-15/why-republican-victor-marx-doesnt-give-a-flying-squirrel-tail-about-gop-establishment-approval" target="_blank">Both candidates</a> for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="governor" data-vars-click-url="https://www.kunc.org/politics/2026-10-14/democrat-phil-weiser-discusses-guardrails-for-data-centers-and-flock-cameras-how-he-differs-from-jared-polis" data-vars-content-id="c17c85e1-645f-4f90-baa2-6e3ae9b326d9" data-vars-headline="Colorado lawmakers will soon revive anti-surveillance push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.kunc.org/politics/2026-10-14/democrat-phil-weiser-discusses-guardrails-for-data-centers-and-flock-cameras-how-he-differs-from-jared-polis" target="_blank">governor</a> support tighter oversight — potentially changing the political math for restrictions.

Before termination: 3 checks that help protect Colorado employers

The right preparation can help employers avoid common employee termination mistakes.

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A termination can be the right business decision and still be handled the wrong way.Why it&#x27;s important: A rushed process can turn a routine separation into a legal dispute, leaving employers with unexpected costs and employees with unanswered questions.

Colorado's midterms sharpen AARP's focus on aging policy

Social Security and family caregiving are shaping AARP Colorado's focus this election season.

<div data-sponsor-disclosure="&quot;{&quot;logoUrl&quot;:&quot;https://images.axios.com/PbpA_7aFe4nGpoW7HHnBn6TlB24=/2026/10/08/1791473461806.jpg&quot;,&quot;headline&quot;:&quot;A message from: AARP Colorado&quot;}&quot;"></div><div style="display:none"></div>Colorado&#x27;s Nov. 3 midterm elections come as the nation faces major questions about Social Security and support for family caregivers.Why it&#x27;s important: AARP Colorado is focusing its advocacy on two issues with direct financial consequences for older Americans and their families:<ol><li>Strengthening Social Security&#x27;s finances without cutting earned benefits.</li><li>Expanding support for people who provide unpaid care.</li></ol>

How to prepare your business for the next chapter

Succession planning before a sale or retirement is critical for business owners who want to leave a legacy.

For many founders, being indispensable is part of what makes a business successful.Okay, but: A company can become harder to scale and more difficult to transition when authority, customer relationships, and institutional knowledge all rest with one person.

How to help your kids navigate financial responsibility before 18

Don't wait until significant wealth is transferred to prepare the next generation.

Preparing a child financially isn&#x27;t one conversation that happens when they turn 18.The idea: It&#x27;s a gradual process that starts well before adulthood, designed to give young adults the knowledge, experience and responsibility to make thoughtful decisions about money and wealth.

The demographic shift Colorado needs to plan for now

Colorado's aging population is reshaping the economy, and long-term planning needs to catch up.

Colorado&#x27;s next governor and legislature will take office as the state&#x27;s population continues to age rapidly, reshaping the debates over housing, jobs, health care and the state budget.The background: Colorado already has more residents over 60 than under 18, and nearly 1 million Coloradans are 65 or older.<ul><li>The state&#x27;s over-80 population is expected to more than triple over the next two decades.</li></ul>

Denver wants your say on its climate future

Resident input can guide how Denver spends climate dollars through 2031.

Denver&#x27;s next climate plan will guide how the city cuts pollution, strengthens neighborhoods and spends public climate dollars through 2031 — and the people who live, work and spend time here can help set those priorities now.The story: The city&#x27;s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency is updating the Denver Climate Plan, its five-year roadmap for clean energy, climate resilience and equitable investment — and is surveying residents to get their feedback before they do.

Graduate degrees can boost earnings by 20%

The University of Denver offers 200+ graduate programs to help you take the next step in your career.

Today&#x27;s labor market is tight and unpredictable.The challenge: Major shifts in business operations, hiring, technology and revenue are making it harder than ever for candidates to stand out, no matter their industry.The solution: Graduate programs with strong experiential learning models can directly impact success when seeking career advancements or changing fields.<ul><li>Workers with graduate degrees see an average of 20% higher earnings and overall lower unemployment rates.</li></ul>

Why one Colorado mom says integrated care made all the difference

See how connected care helped one Colorado family navigate a stressful diagnosis.

When Lauren Shockey&#x27;s toddler son suddenly lost weight and started behaving differently, she feared something serious was wrong — but she said Kaiser Permanente&#x27;s integrated system helped her family move quickly from concern to diagnosis, all within one connected experience.The landscape: During medical crises, families often must juggle appointments, referrals, testing and coverage questions separately.Kaiser Permanente&#x27;s integrated model is designed to keep care, coverage and communication connected in one system so families can focus more on treatment and less on logistics.

Why your symptoms might not tell the full story

You can research symptoms, track changes and still not have a clear answer — but imaging could help guide next steps.

You now have more ways than ever to research symptoms, compare treatments and track your health.<ul><li>But even with all that information, getting a clear diagnosis isn&#x27;t always straightforward.</li></ul>The landscape: The traditional care path often focuses on managing symptoms first, either by waiting to see if symptoms improve or through treatments.<ul><li>That approach doesn&#x27;t always identify the cause of the issue, and without a clear diagnosis, care can become a series of short-term fixes instead of a targeted plan.</li></ul>

New concert series built to honor the military community

See global superstar Kane Brown at Navy Federal Jams on May 31 in Colorado Springs.

A new national music series by Navy Federal Credit Union is bringing global superstar and multi-platinum artist Kane Brown to Colorado Springs, Colorado, on May 31 — and it&#x27;s free for veterans and active military personnel.🎤 Why it&#x27;s important: Navy Federal Jams is designed to celebrate military service and bring communities together through shared experiences — a timely focus as the U.S. nears its 250th anniversary.<ul><li>In a region with deep military ties and strong country music roots, events like this offer a chance to come together and connect in meaningful ways.</li></ul>