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Boulder’s proposed 2026 budget reflects tighter times with cuts and new fees on residents
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/16/boulders-proposed-2026-budget-reflects-tighter-times-with-cuts-and-new-fees-on-residents/
Published: September 17, 2025 03:00
Several proposed fees, which are critical to balancing the city manager’s budget, have yet to be debated by the Boulder City Council.
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Boulder may ban ‘graywater’ reuse despite state conservation push
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/16/boulder-may-ban-graywater-reuse-despite-state-conservation-push/
Published: September 17, 2025 03:00
City of Boulder staff are proposing an ordinance that would prohibit any municipal water customer from installing graywater reuse systems. Graywater is lightly used water — such as from showers and laundry — that can be treated and reused for household…
Nibbles: Boulder earns top spots in 2025 Michelin Guide, confirming city’s culinary stature
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/16/nibbles-boulder-earns-top-spots-in-2025-michelin-guide-confirming-citys-culinary-stature/
Published: September 17, 2025 02:59
Meanwhile, Boulder’s dining scene keeps evolving, with High Country and Bitty & Beau’s closing and new arrivals including Call Your Mother bagels and Khao Soi Thai — and Kinship Bread winning praise for its sourdough.
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Claire Levy and Aaron Brockett: Vote ‘yes’ on 1B to strengthen Boulder County’s mental health and addiction care
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/14/claire-levy-and-aaron-brockett-vote-yes-on-1b-to-strengthen-boulder-countys-mental-health-and-addiction-care/
Published: September 15, 2025 05:02
A 1.5-cent sales tax on every $10 purchase would fund prevention, treatment, crisis response and recovery services across Boulder County.
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In Boulder’s 2025 council race, crime takes a back seat to housing, budget and wildfire
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/14/in-boulders-2025-council-race-crime-takes-a-back-seat-to-housing-budget-and-wildfire-risks/
Published: September 15, 2025 03:45
Shifting crime trends — sharp drops early in 2025 followed by midyear upticks — may help explain why public safety, a central issue in recent elections, isn’t driving this year’s race.
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CU Boulder lifts evacuation order after unconfirmed bomb threat
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/12/cu-boulder-evacuates-three-buildings-amid-unconfirmed-bomb-threat/
Published: September 12, 2025 18:29
Several campus buildings were cleared Friday. Norlin Library remains closed while Ketchum and Ramaley return to normal operations.
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Boulder proposes higher fees, new membership tiers for rec centers
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/11/boulder-proposes-higher-fees-new-membership-tiers-for-rec-centers/
Published: September 12, 2025 03:00
Changes would increase daily rates, reduce subsidies for youth and seniors and end free court reservations for members.
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Bob Yates: Boulder County needs a mental health tax
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/11/bob-yates-boulder-county-needs-a-mental-health-tax/
Published: September 12, 2025 03:00
Federal support is ending, and the state is broke. Boulder County voters can step in.
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Boulder police: No active threat at Fairview High as school lockdowns lift
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/11/boulders-fairview-high-and-southern-hills-middle-on-lockdown-summit-middle-in-secure-after-report-of-man-with-gun/
Published: September 11, 2025 17:25
Police said a weighted vest and cell phone likely led to the initial report of a man with a gun. Schools adjusted schedules after the false alarm.
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San Lazaro mobile home park turns to natural fixes for undrinkable water
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/09/san-lazaro-mobile-home-park-turns-to-natural-fixes-for-undrinkable-water/
Published: September 10, 2025 04:50
Environmental groups, working with residents and Boulder County, are leading an effort to test whether biochar, bacteria and solar aerators can succeed where regulations and annexation have stalled.
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At candidate forum, Boulder City Council hopefuls split on Iris Avenue and other transportation projects
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/09/at-candidate-forum-boulder-city-council-hopefuls-split-on-iris-avenue-and-other-transportation-projects/
Published: September 10, 2025 04:50
Several incumbents defended the Core Arterial Network initiative, while challengers questioned cost, design and public input.
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Nibbles: Why Noodles & Company is losing ground in Boulder, the birthplace of fast-casual dining
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/09/nibbles-why-noodles-company-is-losing-ground-in-boulder-the-birthplace-of-fast-casual-dining/
Published: September 10, 2025 04:49
Our food editor finds pasta bowls falling flat as the Colorado-born chain faces rising competition and shifting tastes — plus food news, restaurant openings, events, and more from across Boulder County.
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Carol Calkins: Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy is under threat. Kids’ well-being is on the line.
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/07/carol-calkins-colorados-ban-on-conversion-therapy-is-under-threat-kids-well-being-is-on-the-line/
Published: September 8, 2025 03:00
As the Supreme Court takes up the case, Boulder can show what true support for LGBTQ+ youth looks like.
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Boulder cuts Circle of Care funding, seniors plead to save ‘lifeline’ to arts and community
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/07/boulder-cuts-circle-of-care-funding-seniors-plead-to-save-lifeline-to-arts-and-community/
Published: September 8, 2025 03:00
The nonprofit, which helps seniors combat social isolation through 200 cultural events a year, may close at year’s end without new support.
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Big Bear Baked Potatoes: How a Longmont restaurateur is building a spud empire
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/07/big-bear-baked-potatoes-how-a-longmont-restaurateur-is-building-a-spud-empire/
Published: September 8, 2025 02:59
With thousands of potatoes sold, a CSU stadium deal and franchise plans in the works, Big Bear’s founder is betting big on comfort food — and giving back to the community.
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Woman who has been involved in Gaza protests at Boulder City Council charged with harassment, retaliation
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/05/woman-who-has-been-involved-in-gaza-protests-at-boulder-city-council-charged-with-harassment-retaliation/
Published: September 5, 2025 21:05
A Boulder woman who has repeatedly used city council open comment to condemn the war in Gaza and blame councilmembers for Israel’s actions has been charged after two confrontations, the city said Friday, Sept. 5. Laura Gonzalez, 38, faces felony…
Boulder weighs easing short-term rental rules for Sundance Film Festival
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/04/boulder-weighs-easing-short-term-rental-rules-for-sundance-film-festival/
Published: September 5, 2025 03:00
The 11-day festival is expected to draw tens of thousands of visitors, far exceeding the city’s hotel capacity.
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Maisonette settles into downtown Boulder, a French bakery from a Michelin-trained chef
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/04/maisonette-settles-into-downtown-boulder-a-french-bakery-from-a-michelin-trained-chef/
Published: September 5, 2025 02:59
Serving handmade pastries, artisan breads and French-inspired lunches, Maisonette brings new life to a renovated space on Walnut Street.
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BVSD redraws attendance boundaries, partly to boost low-enrollment schools — but will it work?
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/02/bvsd-redraws-attendance-boundaries-partly-to-boost-low-enrollment-schools-but-will-it-work/
Published: September 3, 2025 04:22
The district hopes new maps will help balance enrollment, but Colorado’s open enrollment law limits how much boundaries matter.
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Nibbles: Ironwood Bar and Grille brightens east-side dining at Boulder’s Flatirons Golf Course
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/02/nibbles-ironwood-bar-and-grille-brightens-east-side-dining-at-boulders-flatirons-golf-course/
Published: September 3, 2025 04:22
From Ironwood’s debut to Half Fast Subs’ comeback and King Arthur’s pop-up, a wave of openings, classes and festivals is reshaping Boulder County’s dining calendar this fall.
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How Boulder’s Art Deco era began with a courthouse fire nearly a century ago
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/09/02/how-boulders-art-deco-era-began-with-a-courthouse-fire-nearly-a-century-ago/
Published: September 3, 2025 04:21
A 1932 fire led to a new county courthouse and a design wave that shaped landmarks like the Boulder Theater and Boulder High.
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Boulder nonprofit TGTHR to close Chase House, ending county’s only residential program for homeless youth
https://boulderreportinglab.org/2025/08/31/boulder-nonprofit-tgthr-to-close-chase-house-ending-countys-only-residential-program-for-homeless-youth/
Published: September 1, 2025 03:17
The move leaves even fewer resources for young homeless people, but will allow the nonprofit to shift more focus and funding to its affordable housing.
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