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Dougherty determined the shooting was legally justified under Colorado’s use-of-force laws, according to a decision letter released this week.

With Boulder’s senior population expected to grow in the coming decades, the city is looking for housing options to meet anticipated needs.

Boulder City Council advances proposals for recreation center bonds and a tax on vacant homes ahead of a possible November vote.

Nightly closures at the trailhead on Flagstaff Road have reduced calls for service to zero, though recent vandalism suggests some problems remain.

Town officials say limiting bike access could hurt recreation tourism and local businesses.

By contrast, Union Reservoir recently announced that its swim beach will be limited to wading this season because of low water levels.

Boulder staff has launched a new effort at Boulder Reservoir to control invasive Eurasian watermilfoil, with work continuing into the fall.

The proposed permit would establish rules for large festivals, temporary signage and food trucks ahead of Sundance’s arrival in Boulder.

Speakers at Boulder’s Pride flag raising warned of growing threats to LGBTQ rights in Colorado and nationwide.