New COVID-19 modeling data predicts Colorado will exceed April peak hospitalizations in a few months

DENVER – New COVID-19 modeling data predicts the state of Colorado will exceed the April peak in hospitalizations within the next few months if Coloradans don’t act quickly to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus.
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More Than a Quarter Of Colorado Voters Have Returned Ballots

There’s one thing that’s already clear about this fall’s election: Colorado voters are eager to participate. More than a quarter of registered active voters have turned in ballots so far according to figures from the Secretary of State’s…

New Phone App To Track Colorado Coronavirus Exposure Will Arrive This Weekend

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is launching new mobile technology this weekend to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

Could Car Share Become a Part of Transit?

Car-sharing services haven’t much dented rates of private vehicle ownership  — but an innovative Minnesota program hopes to change that.

Will Voters Give Public Transit a Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down?

Riders may be coming back to public transit, but according to a recent review of data from the National Transit Database, monthly ridership is still down as much as 65 percent compared to 2019. Caltrain, an essential piece of the Bay Area’s…

CDC recommends those using public transit wear masks for entire trip — even while waiting at station

Anyone using public transportation during the COVID-19 pandemic should not just wear a mask while in transit, but they should also leave their mask on while waiting at bus stops, train stations and other hubs, according to Centers for Disease…

Masks are the new fashion accessory: Denver retailers, shoppers weigh in on the COVID-created outlet for self-expression

“They are really seen as the new accessory,” Monique Plante, a True sales associate, said. “They’re definitely popular. I do get people coming in and asking for masks.”

Via Paratransit is coming to Firestone!

Beginning Monday, October 19, 2020, Via’s Paratransit service will be available to Firestone residents who qualify for Via’s services.

Can This App Tell You If You Live in a ’15 Minute Neighborhood’?

Anew online map tool allows Americans to see whether they can easily meet their essential needs without getting a car — and advocate for their cities to cultivate the walkable amenities that are missing, as well as create safe routes to reach…