Latest southern Colorado news, weather and sports from FOX21 News

Friday, May 17, 2013  Colorado's unemployment rate in April continued to fall, dropping to 6.9 percent from March's 7.1 percent.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  A spruce beetle infestation that has killed about 380,000 acres of trees on the Rio Grande National Forest is expected to cause quick runoffs from snowpack this year.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The governor has signed a package of bills revamping Colorado's child welfare system after criticism over several cases of children who died of abuse or neglect while under some form of state care in recent years.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Colorado lawmakers finished their official business long before their deadline of midnight last night. But they're still at work -- sizing up accomplishments and failures from the legislative term.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Gov. John Hickenlooper is directing the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission to review its system of penalties and fines, to make sure public health, safety and the environment are protected.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Colorado has concluded a historic session that saw ruling Democrats exert their power to pass sweeping gun laws, same-sex civil unions, and in-state tuition for immigrants in the country illegally.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Colorado lawmakers are closing the 2013 session Wednesday with the most contentious issues behind them. It's already been a fast-paced 120 days that saw an unusually heavy load of substantial legislation.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  The state's ethics commission says Secretary of State Scott Gessler can establish a legal defense fund, as investigations continue into whether he improperly used taxpayer money to attend GOP events.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Former Adams County District Attorney Don Quick is hoping to become Colorado's next attorney general.

Friday, May 03, 2013  Colorado lawmakers are running out of time to talk about pot.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor is meeting with Colorado students and helping dedicate a new state courts building in Denver.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  A monster makeover for K-12 school funding in Colorado has cleared the Democratic Legislature and await the signature of Gov. John Hickenlooper.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  What do you think the state motto should be? Submit here!

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Recreational pot taxes above 25 percent have won final approval in the House and await action in the Senate.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  A controversial bill that could raise power bills in rural Colorado was expected to see a final vote Tuesday in the state House.