May 2026
Boulder County proposal to limit multi-use trail access draws backlash from mountain bikers
The county is taking feedback until May 19 before deciding on restrictions. The Boulder Mountainbike Alliance says the pilot is rushed and unnecessary.
‘It doesn’t feel good’: Boulder councilmembers still reeling after airport vote to stay open indefinitely
Some Boulder councilmembers say the decision came too quickly and are questioning the use of informal “straw poll” votes on major issues.
Boulder nonprofit moves ahead with affordable senior housing project amid landmarking dispute
No Planning Board members supported landmarking a bungalow that could threaten financing for the 60-unit project.
Boulder’s main homeless shelter will limit stays for people without local ties
The policy is designed to prioritize people who became homeless in Boulder and test whether limiting services reduces the number of newcomers.
Colorado bill to allow lot splitting advances as Boulder seeks exemptions
The proposal would allow smaller lots statewide, while Boulder argues its existing zoning and risks warrant exemptions.
Boulder group drops vacancy tax that included commercial spaces as council eyes homes-only version
The resident-led proposal would have taxed homes and commercial spaces, but organizers are stepping back as council eyes a narrower measure.
Half of staff at Boulder’s NOAA Global Monitoring Lab face furloughs as funding freeze drags on
Most staff at Boulder’s NOAA Global Monitoring Lab are funded through federal grants that have not been released.
Boulder’s powerlines pose wildfire risk. Why are so many still above ground?
A 1970 deal set the pace for undergrounding. Fifty years later, costs still limit how quickly Boulder can bury its remaining powerlines.
Boulder’s water supply hangs on for now amid historic drought conditions
Snowpack is at historically low levels, one key watershed has already melted out, and reservoirs may not fully refill this spring.
Three recent Boulder fires were likely human-caused, officials say
While investigations continue, city officials ramp up resilience work as dry conditions fuel spread. Residents are urged to remain cautious.