Tonight’s briefing covers a mix of legal, environmental, and technological stories that shape Colorado’s landscape. From a major antitrust settlement to a bear incident, the day’s headlines reflect the state’s evolving priorities.
Judge approves $700M settlement in Google Play Store monopoly lawsuit
Users who bought something from the Google Play Store between Aug. 16, 2016, and Sept. 30, 2023, are eligible for refunds.
CPW finds bear dead in Colorado Springs car
According to CPW, a 250-pound black bear recently found its way into an unlocked car in Colorado Springs and destroyed the car in search of food.
Who is Bob Chew and why is he calling his Senate campaign ‘independent’?
Chew is a Forward Party member after changing his registration from Republican in August 2025.
Aurora detention center refuses to hand over information, documents about tuberculosis case
The facility denies any active tuberculosis cases but has refused to hand over any necessary information to CDPHE and other state leaders.
Waymo in Denver: Here’s when you’ll be able to start booking rides
By the end of 2026, people in Denver will be able to open up the Waymo app and book a ride with a driverless vehicle.
Warming up with storms tonight and Wednesday
We’ve got a risk for some gusty storms into tonight across northeastern Colorado, and more storms are likely again on Wednesday.
Meta trial begins with states arguing its platforms preyed on vulnerability of young brains
The social media giant is accused of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by knowingly and deliberately designing features that are addicting.
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