Nick Coltrain

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Nick Coltrain

Nick Coltrain covers state politics for the Denver Post. He joined the news organization in 2022 after covering the Iowa caucus and COVID-19 for the Des Moines Register and all things for the Fort Collins Coloradoan.

People demonstrate in favor of abortion rights in front of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver on Monday, June 27, 2022. (Photo by Jintak Han/The Denver Post)

Colorado abortion assistance fund reports record year, with 40% of patients it helped from Texas

February 18, 2026 at 5:58 p.m.

Nearly 40% of the $1.74 million spent on abortion procedures last year went to help Texans, according to the Cobalt Abortion Fund -- second only to Coloradans, who received about...

FILE – The Capitol Dome is seen as lawmakers prepare to depart for the holiday recess, at the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Colorado enters redistricting war, with group pitching new map that would give Democrats a 7-1 edge

February 18, 2026 at 5:23 p.m.

A plan that would give Democratic congressional candidates a strong edge in Colorado -- and put a temporary hold on its independent redistricting process -- could go to voters in...

Colorado lawmakers and immigrant-rights activists gather for the announcement of a package of immigration-related bills during a rally on the west steps of the Colorado State Capitol in Denver on Feb. 2, 2026. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Bill targeting 3D-printed firearms is on docket in the Colorado legislature this week

February 17, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

A pair of Democrat-backed gun control bills are set for key steps in the legislative process this week as Colorado lawmakers continue their work in the state Capitol.

State Rep. Yara Zokaie, a Fort Collins Democrat, speaks during a news conference before the start of a special session at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Colorado Democrats propose tax reforms steering impact of federal tax cuts to families

February 17, 2026 at 5:26 p.m.

Colorado Democrats are unveiling a suite of bills Tuesday that would divorce the state tax code from recent federal changes to provide some relief to low- and middle-income families with...

U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank, then a 5th Congressional District candidate, speaks in front of supporters during a meet and greet at the Brandt Barn in Black Forest, Colorado, on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Democrats set sights on U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank’s district, which he won by 14 points. Will it matter this year?

February 16, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

"Even in a very favorable environment for Democrats, Congressman Crank is going to be the favorite there," a political analyst says. "But there is a good chance the Democrat can...

State Rep. Dafna Michaelson Jenet listens to community members express concerns with the Suncor refinery during a meeting at Eagle Point Recreation Center on March 30, 2023, in Commerce City, Colorado. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

One of top Colorado Democrats in state Senate resigns to take new job

February 10, 2026 at 4:31 p.m.

State Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet, one of the top Democrats in the Colorado legislature, announced that she will resign her seat on Friday.

Students reunite with loved ones and classmates outside Bergen Meadow Elementary School after a shooting at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado, on Sept. 10, 2025. At least three students were injured, including the suspected shooter, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff鈥檚 Office. The shooter later died. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Lawmakers want quicker social media warrant responses in wake of Evergreen High School shooting

February 9, 2026 at 6:43 p.m.

"Tragically, (the student's) identity wasn't revealed until after the shooting, nearly two months later -- preventing our law enforcement from intervening and being able to stop this."

Bukola Arije poses for a portrait in front of Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center in Denver on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post)

Colorado’s family-oriented tax credits gave ‘light and hope’ to one mom — but costs make their future uncertain

February 9, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A study led by researchers at Washington University and Appalachian State University found that the three tax credits helping families lifted more than 52,000 Colorado children out of poverty last...

Colorado state Sen. Kyle Mullica speaks during a committee hearing on March 16, 2022. (File photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

After sponsor lambastes RFK Jr., Colorado bill aiming to increase vaccine access passes Senate

February 6, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Colorado Senate on Thursday approved a bill that would expand the list of who can authorize and prescribe vaccines and, in the sponsor's words, sidestep 鈥渢he dysfunction coming out...

Seized firearms hang on the wall during a press conference at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives offices in Denver, on Aug. 18, 2025. A joint task force announced charges against 30 individuals, including leaders and associates of the designated foreign terrorist organization Tren de Aragua. The investigation involves federal drug trafficking, firearms offenses, and murder-for-hire charges.(Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Red flag law expansion heads to Colorado House after Senate approves bill

February 3, 2026 at 10:50 a.m.

The Senate approved the measure on a near-party-line vote, 20-13. Sen. Nick Hinrichsen, of Pueblo, was the only Democrat to vote against the measure.

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Colorado abortion assistance fund reports record year, with 40% of patients it helped from Texas

Colorado enters redistricting war, with group pitching new map that would give Democrats a 7-1 edge

Bill targeting 3D-printed firearms is on docket in the Colorado legislature this week

Colorado Democrats propose tax reforms steering impact of federal tax cuts to families

Democrats set sights on U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank’s district, which he won by 14 points. Will it matter this year?

One of top Colorado Democrats in state Senate resigns to take new job

Colorado’s family-oriented tax credits gave ‘light and hope’ to one mom — but costs make their future uncertain

After sponsor lambastes RFK Jr., Colorado bill aiming to increase vaccine access passes Senate

Red flag law expansion heads to Colorado House after Senate approves bill