November 4th 2026
CO AG Weiser wins Gov race and fellow Dems win races.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser will now take the reins of the governorship from
Jared Polis, who is term limited. His opponent, Victor Marx, conceded the race last
night. Marx said he called Weiser to congratulate him and close out the campaign.
Weiser received 61% of yesterday's vote compared to 33% for Marx. In other statewide
races, Amanda Gonzales will be Colorado's next Secretary of State. Jeff Bridges will be
State Treasurer. and, Jena Griswold will move into The Attorney General's Office. In
federal office, John Hickenlooper will retain his U.S. Senate seat. Congressional
Representatives will be as follows: Melat Kiros in District 1, Joe Neguse in District 2,
only a handful of votes separate Dwayne Romero and Jeff Hurd for the District 3 seat,
Eileen Laubacher will be the representative in District 4, Jessica Killin in District 5, Jason
Crow in District 6, Brittany Pettersen in District 7 and Manny Rutinel in District 8
Taking a look at election results from yesterday’s general election...
In the State Senator District 35 race, Rod Pelton has won with 93% of the vote. Richard
Graf received 3% and Travis Nelson received 4% of the vote.
In the State Representative District 46 race, Tisha Mauro has won with 57% of the vote.
Jonathan Post received 43%.
In the State Representative District 47 race, Ty Winter has won with 63% of the vote.
Vic Meyers received 37% of the vote.
In the State Representative District 62 race, Matthew Martinez has won with 58% of the
vote. Steven Rodriguez received 39% and Donald Vermillion received 2% of the vote.
In statewide ballot issues...
Amendment 81, law enforcement communication with
federal immigration authorities, has lost with 55% no votes to 45% yes votes.
Amendment 82, right to purchase and sell natural gas, has lost with 54% no votes to 46%
yes votes.
Amendment 83, right to hunt and fish, has lost with 55% no votes to 45% yes
votes.
Amendment 84, mail ballot voter identification, has lost with 64% no votes to
36% yes votes.
Amendment 85, plain language ballot titles, has lost because it did not
receive 55% approval with only 51% yes votes to 49% no votes.
Amendment 86, requirements for off-cycle congressional redistricting, has lost with 54% no votes to 46%
yes votes.
Amendment 87, the graduated income tax, has won with 51% yes votes to
49% no votes.
Proposition NN, keep and spend money for education and other purposes
and render Tabor useless, has won with 55% yes votes to 44% no votes.
Proposition 132, increase penalties for fentanyl crimes, has won with 53% yes votes to 47% no votes.
Proposition 133, penalties for trafficking of a minor, has won with 62% yes votes to 38%
no votes.
Proposition 134, Male and Female participation in school and collegiate sports,
has won with 52% yes votes to 48% no votes.
Proposition 135, prohibiting sex change surgery on minors, has won with 52% yes votes to 48% no votes.
Proposition 136, the income tax rate limit, has lost with 53% no votes to 47% yes votes. and, Proposition 137,direct sporting goods sales tax revenue for conservation, is still too close to call. It has
received 50.2% yes votes to 49.8% no votes.
The 12th Judicial District Ballot Question 7A to eliminate term limits for The District
Attorney’s Office, has lost by a large margin with 77% no votes to 23% yes votes.
The Front Range Passenger Rail District Ballot Issue 7A to increase taxes in the district
for construction and more, has won with 56% yes votes to 44% no votes.
The Rye Fire Protection District Ballot Issue 7B, to increase taxes for emergency
services, has won with 61% yes votes to 39% no votes.
In Alamosa County, in The Alamosa County Commissioner District 2 race, Arlan Van
Ry retains his seat with 52% of the vote. Sherry Perdue received 48% of the vote. City
of Alamosa Ballot Issue 2A, the continuation of the streets sales tax, has won with 60%
yes votes to 40% no votes.
In Huerfano County, in The Huerfano County Sheriff’s Race, Bruce Newman has won
with 53% of the vote. Jim Chamberlain received 47% of the vote. The Huerfano County
Ballot Issue 1A, to increase property tax for parks and cultural opportunities, has lost
with 68% no votes to 32% yes votes. The City of Walsenburg Ballot Issue 300, a sales
tax increase to fund the police department, has also lost by a huge margin, 77% no votes
to 23% yes votes. And The City of Walsenburg Ballot question 2A, concerning the
criminal detention center, has lost with 54% no votes to 46% yes votes.
In Las Animas County, in the Las Animas County Commissioner District 3 race, Brad
Doherty has won with 53% of the vote. Jim Montoya received 47% of the vote. In the
Las Animas County Clerk and Recorder race, Karrie Apple has won with 60% of the
vote. Joseph Mestas received 40% of the vote. In the Las Animas County Treasurer’s
race, Sarah Martinez has won with 55% of the vote. Luis Lopez II received 45%. In the
race for Las Animas County Sheriff Derek Navarette has won with 57% of the vote.
John Johnson received 43%. In the Las Animas County Coroner’s race, Dominic “Junie”
Verquer has won with 54% of the vote. Leigh Elliott-Lopez received 46% of the vote.
While the Front Range Passenger Rail District Issue 7A won in the state, it actually lost
in Las Animas County. The vote was 54% no to 46% yes.
In Costilla County, in the Costilla County Assessor’s race, Pamela Vigil has won with
69% of the vote. Gary Myco received 31%. In the Costilla County Sheriff’s race, Jason
Maestas has won with 54% of the vote. Kirk Taylor received 33% and Paul Quintana
received 13% of the vote. The Costilla County Ambulance District Ballot Issue 6A has
lost with 52% no votes to 48% yes votes.
In Conejos County, in The Conejos County Commissioner District 2 race, Randy Perea
has won with 54% of the vote. Colton Sutherland received 46% of the vote. In the
Conejos County Treasurer’s race, Donald Valdez has won with 55% of the votes. Ron
Dunn received 45%. In the Conejos County Sheriff’s race, Garth Crowther has won with
62% of the votes. Matthew Montoya received 38% of the votes.
In Rio Grande County, in the Rio Grande County Sheriff’s race, Anne M. Robinson has
won with 63% of the vote. Gilbert Eloy Atencio received 37% of the vote.
In Saguache County, in the Saguache County Commissioner District 3 race, Liza Marron
has won with 58% of the vote. Jeff Phillips received 42%. In the race for Saguache
County Coroner, Tania Sanchez has won with 53% of the vote. Elizabeth Glenn received
47%.
In Mineral County, in the Mineral County Coroner’s race, Jimmy K. Adelman has won
with 66% of the vote. Ashley Twite received 33%. The City of Creede Referendum 2A
has lost with 75% no votes to 24% yes votes. And, City of Creede referendum 2b has
also lost with 60% no votes to 40% yes votes.
In Pueblo County, in the Pueblo County Commissioner District 3 race, Angela Giron has
won with 52% of the votes. Zach Swearingen received 48% of the votes. In the Pueblo
County Clerk and Recorder’s race, Candace Rivera has won with 61% of the votes.
Mary Vieth received 39%. In the Pueblo County Treasurer’s race, Kim Archuletta has
won with 58% of the vote. Jonathan Ambler received 42%. In the Pueblo County
Assessor’s race, Naseem Zubi has won with 50% of the vote. Tammi Pando received
49%. In the race for Pueblo County Sheriff, Allen Medina has won with 51% of the
votes. Leroy Mora received 49%. In the Pueblo County Coroner’s Race, Zolanye
Mcculley-Bachicha has won with 54% of the vote. Gregory Grahek received 46%.
November 3rd 2026
SLV River flows continue to rise further downstream.
While river flows in higher elevations are now past their peak and are beginning to
diminish, The Rio Grande and Conejos Rivers continue to rise further downstream in Del
Norte and Monte Vista, as well as in Conejos County. Current road closures include US
160 from South Fork to Durango, Colorado 112 at The Rio Grande Bridge in Del Norte,
US 285 for four miles on the north side of Monte Vista, and Colorado 17 from Antonito
to The New Mexico State Line. The Colorado Department of Transportation is
discouraging travel in flooded areas until the waters subside. If you're on the road
traveling today, besides south central and south western Colorado, remember that
flooding is also occurring in places in New Mexico and Utah due to the massive amount
of water traveling downstream in The Rio Grande, Conejos, San Juan and Animas rivers.
City of Alamosa cautioning residents of flood warning status.
The City of Alamosa is cautioning city and county residents that specific areas of the city
and county are now in flood warning status. While the flood warning status includes the
entire City of Alamosa, the neighborhoods north of the dike surrounding cattails golf
course are most at risk. The flood warning also includes neighborhoods north along
North River Road and the east Alamosa area from the US160 bridge east to road 112 -
harmony lane, and north to County Road 6 and along South River Road. The levee
system is expected to hold. River levels are projected to peak late tomorrow. If you are
located in the areas identified at risk, it is advisable that you make arrangements to leave
your home should a sudden change occur. Be aware of your surroundings and stay
proactive. If you feel unsafe or may need extra time to evacuate, please do not wait for a
mandatory evacuation order.
Suspect arrested following vehicle theft in the Gardner area.
Samuel Cisneros was taken into custody by The Huerfano County Sheriff's Deputies on
Saturday in connection with stolen vehicles and stolen personal belongings in The
Gardner Area on October 26th and 27th. Cisneros is charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree
motor vehicle theft, 1 count of 3rd degree motor vehicle theft, 2 counts of 3rd degree
trespass-agricultural land, criminal mischief greater than $20,000, and theft greater than
$20,000. All charges are felonies.
Trinidad man arrested in connection to a homicide.
Steven Boyles, 61, of Trinidad, has been arrested by Las Animas County Sheriff's
deputies in connection to a homicide that took place late last week. According to The
Colorado Bureau of Investigation, sheriff's deputies responded to a report of a dead
person in a home in Trinidad on Friday about 10am. The home is located in the 13700
block of Winterhawk Drive near County Road 14.7. Deputies found Keven Boyles, 59,
dead upon arrival. During the initial investigation, CBI identified the victim's brother,
Steven Boyles, as the suspect and obtained an arrest warrant for first-degree murder.
Steven Boyles was arrested on Saturday and was booked into The Las Animas County
Jail on a charge of first-degree murder.
Today is Election Day 2026.
Today is election day. If you have not yet voted, remember that you must either return
your ballot to one of your county's ballot boxes, or to your local county clerk's office, or
you may vote in person today, by 7pm this evening in order for your vote to be counted.
And, we'll have election results beginning shortly after 7pm tonight, right here on KSPK-
FM.
November 2nd 2026
Heavy rain falling in San Juan Mountains prompts new SLV evacuations.
With heavy rainfall taking place in The San Juan Mountains, rising water levels prompted
evacuations of South Fork, Del Norte, Northern Monte Vista, Manassa, Ortiz, San
Antonio and Guadalupe once again yesterday, along with the closure of U.S. 160 between
South Fork and Bayfield. According to The National Weather Service, flood stage will
be a concern now through tomorrow on the South Fork of the Rio Grande, Conejos River,
and additional streams and rivers in the eastern San Juans. Flood stage will be a concern
now through Wednesday on the Rio Grande through Del Norte and Monte Vista. And,
flood stage will be a concern Wednesday through Friday on the Rio Grande through
Alamosa. Evacuees were told yesterday that they should be prepared to stay away from
their homes for 2 to 3 days. Road closures currently include U.S. 160 Wolf Creek Pass
through South Fork, Colorado 112, over the Rio Grande Bridge in Del Norte, and
Colorado 17, Antonito to the New Mexico state line. Motorists are urged to avoid travel
during flood warnings or flood watches if possible.
Ballot Issue 7A on the Colorado November Ballot.
Today we look at Ballot Issue 7A that appears on ballots in Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla,
Mineral, Rio Grande and Saguache counties, concerning 12th judicial district attorney
term limits. Ballot Issue 7A asks if the term limits for the district attorney of the 12th
judicial district be eliminated, allowing the district attorney of the 12th judicial district to
serve an indefinite number of terms. Proponents say that removing the term limit could
lead to more experienced leadership and continuity in the district attorney's office.
Opponents say that term limits are essential for ensuring fresh perspectives and
accountability in elected positions and assure that elected officials of governments are
responsive to the citizens of those governments". A "yes" vote removes the term limit
from the district attorney's office, and so from whoever holds the office, now or later.
The DA would still have to be re-elected every four years to continue. A "no" vote keeps
the two-term limit.
CO Gov Polis announces request of expedited major disaster declaration.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis announced on Saturday that he has formally requested an
expedited major disaster declaration from President Donald Trump through the Federal
Emergency Management Agency to support recovery from the devastating flooding and
debris flows in southwestern and southcentral Colorado. The request specifically seeks
FEMA public assistance and hazard mitigation grant program funding for Archuleta and
Rio Grande Counties following severe storms that took place from October 22nd through
25th. Polis said the state will continue damage assessments with FEMA and local
governments and will add those to the request as those damages are identified.
Unknown reason sends Walsenburg and surrounding areas into the dark Saturday night.
Walsenburg and surrounding areas suffered a massive power outage beginning about
10:35pm Saturday night, plunging the entire town of Walsenburg into complete darkness,
along with the areas around Walsenburg served by the Walsenburg substation. Power
was restored about an hour later. San Isabel Electric gave no information about the cause
of the power outage. A second power outage also occurred about 10:42pm last night
south of La Veta. Again, no further information was made available.
Earthquake struck Las Animas County yesterday morning.
A 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck Las Animas County about 1:55am yesterday morning,
November 1st. The earthquake was located about 11 miles south-southwest of Weston
and 10 miles south of Stonewall Gap, a few miles north of the New Mexico State Line.
The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake was about 6 miles deep. No damage
or injuries were reported.
October 30th 2026
Current 2026 Colorado Midterm Elections Ballot return statistics.
As of Monday, 842,056 ballots had been returned statewide in Colorado, according to
The Colorado Secretary of State's Office. Registered Democrats accounted for 33% of
ballots cast, while Republicans made up 25% and Unaffiliated voters 42%. Older voters
continue to drive turnout thus far. More than one-quarter of ballots returned so far came
from voters aged 65 to 74 years. Voters ages 18 to 24 have recorded the lowest turnout
rate thus far. If you have not voted yet, do not mail your ballot to your county clerk's
office as there is no longer enough time to guarantee that your ballot will make it there on
time. Instead, use one of the ballot drop boxes in your county, or hand deliver your ballot
to your county clerk's office. And, you can vote in person instead of using your mail-in
ballot right up until 7pm on Tuesday, November 3rd. Check with your county clerk's
office for polling locations in your area.
City of Alamosa Ballot Measure 2A on the Colorado November Ballot.
Today we take a look at City of Alamosa Ballot Measure 2A, titled "Alamosa Streets
Trust Fund". Ballot Measure 2A would allow the City of Alamosa to continue collecting
the existing sales tax that voters put in place in 2019 of one-half percent, beginning on
January 1st of 2030. The sales and use tax is currently set to expire on December 31st of
2029. Proponents say the tax only amounts to 5 cents on a $10 purchase and that visitors
and tourists also help pay for the improvement of city streets. Proponents also say 100%
of the money collected goes to fund street repair. Opponents say city taxes will be
increased by $2.5 million in the first year, and that while the city says it is not a new tax,
it is just that, and continues it for 10 years, until 2039. Opponents say that streets are a
core duty of a city and should be paid for from the budget that the city council already
controls, not from a dedicated tax renewed 3 years before its term runs out. A "yes" vote
continues the half-cent city sales tax to fund roads. A "no" vote would end the tax on
December 31st of 2029.
State of Colorado issues boil water advisory for Mogote Meadows.
The State of Colorado has issued a boil water advisory for Mogote Meadows in Conejos
County. The order was issued in response to the recent flooding that damage the Mogote
Meadows well pump, causing the system to lose pressure and potentially allowing
bacteria to enter drinking water. Mogote Meadows serves 85 people. The state will lift
the boil water advisory once the system restores pressure, conducts disinfection and
flushing, and submits follow-up samples showing that there are no disease-causing
organisms in the water. Boil orders for private wells in Rio Grande and Mineral Counties
continue until wells can be tested and approved.
NWS says strong storm to bring increased flooding risk for west SLV.
The National Weather says that the end of the weekend and the beginning of next week
brings with it another strong storm system into Western Colorado and The San Luis
Valley, which, they say, will bring additional heavy precipitation to the already soaked
mountains. Flooding is expected to be a concern once again beginning Sunday and
running into next week. The weather service is predicting increased flooding risk once
again for Mineral, Rio Grande and Conejos Counties, although the snow level may drop
this time, meaning the moisture this time may fall as snow with less overall rain.
Daylight Savings Time ends this Sunday at 2am.
Don't forget that Daylight Savings ends this Sunday morning at 2am, so remember to set
your clock back one hour before you go to bed. And, Colorado Parks and Wildlife wants
you to remember that wildlife is on the move, so drive with caution and slow down
during the nighttime hours, as wildlife are migrating to wintering habitats during rush-
hour traffic on roadways. Remember to slow down, stay alert, obey traffic signs and
speed limits, always wear a seatbelt, and report collisions with animals much like you
would any collision by calling The Colorado State Patrol at *CSP, or *277, on any
cellphone.
October 29th 2026
CSP troopers investigating suspicious device left outside of State Capitol yesterday.
Colorado State Patrol troopers are investigating after a suspicious device was left outside
of one of the entreances to The Colorado State Capitol in Denver yesterday. The device
was reportedly "designed to look like an explosive device". CSP responded to the capitol
around 10:34am yesterday after the suspicious device was found on a windowsill outside
the east capitol entrance. The capitol was evacuated about 11:12am as a precaution, and
Lincoln street and 14th Avenue were closed. The Colorado State Patrol identified a
person of interest who may have information about the device. CSP announced later
yesterday that they had arrested a 32-year-old suspect, who was not identified. There is
no ongoing hazard at the capitol.
Damage assessment teams continue work throughout Flood affected SLV counties.
Damage assessment teams are continuing to work throughout Rio Grande and Mineral
counties, including Monte Vista, Del Norte and South Fork. Teams have assessed 1331
homes and businesses so far, documenting flood-related property damage. Property
owners are also encouraged to submit their own damage reports, although please do not
submit multiple reports for the same property. Residents affected by the flooding who
need help with cleanup can call 211 or 970-283-7325 to request free volunteer assistance.
Park Creek Road remains closed due to significant damage and erosion. Local streets in
Del Norte also remain closed. Residents are reminded that a boil water order remains in
effect until further notice for residents using private wells throughout Rio Grande
County, as well as those in Mineral County along the South Fork of the Rio Grande
whose wells may have been impacted by the recent flooding.
Rye Fire Protection District Ballot Issue Number 7B on the Colorado November Ballot.
Today we look at Rye Fire Protection District Ballot Issue Number 7B, titled "mill levy
increase for emergency services". Issue 7B would increase taxes by almost $1.1 million
in the first full fiscal year, for 10 years, by an increase of 11.652 mills in the district's
property tax levy. Revenue from the increase would be used for general district purposes,
including increasing and maintaining emergency response staffing, maintaining fire
protection, emergency medical, ambulance, rescue and wildland fire services. For
purchasing, replacing and maintaining fire apparatus and other emergency equipment,
repairing and maintaining facilities, for funding capital improvements and maintaining
financial reserves. The additional tax will begin with the 2026 property tax year for
collection in 2027 and the tax will end with the 2035 property tax year for collection in
2036, unless voters authorize the tax again. The issue also authorizes the district to
collect, retain and spend all revenues generated by such a tax increase, together with any
investment earnings thereon, over and above the Tabor cap. No comments from
proponents or opponents have been made for the issue. A "yes" vote for Ballot Issue 7B
raises the district's tax by 11.652 mills for 10 years, and authorizes the district to keep
any revenue received above the Tabor cap. A "no" vote leaves the district mill levy as it
is currently.
New I-27 project receives boost from Federal Government.
The new Interstate 27 project, to connect Texas to Colorado, has received a $1 million
boost from the federal government in the form of a check to help pay for an alignment
study. The proposal would bring about 100 miles of U.S. 64 and U.S. 87 between The
Texas State Line and Raton up to interstate standards so that the new Interstate 27 can
connect with Interstate 25 in Raton. The new funding will support planning and project
definition. The proposed connection would be part of the ports-to-plains corridor, linking
Laredo, Texas, with points north toward Canada to support trade.
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