Incoming guv’s labor department pick raises GOP concerns

Governor Bill Ritter

At least one business group is hopeful that employers and Hickenlooper’s labor chief can get along.

Lawmaker aims to roll back controversial hike in vehicle late fees

Governor Bill Ritter

“It’s the impact on families that are struggling out here and ask themselves, ‘Do I feed myself or my family, or do I pay for the plates on my vehicle?’”

Budget travails trip up state’s civil-rights watchdog, official says

Governor Bill Ritter

Cuts in state funding to the Civil Rights Division “have reached a point of jeopardizing federal funds the division receives.”

Guv lays out balancing act for legislative budgeters

Governor Bill Ritter

“Balancing the budget during an economic downturn is no easy task.”

Geothermal project at Capitol draws some praise, some barbs

Governor Bill Ritter

“I’m a strong believer in the potential of alternative energy. I just don’t want to do it on the backs of the taxpayer.”

Fed funds to give Colorado communities a facelift, guv announces

Governor Bill Ritter

“Vibrant downtown business districts are the mark of successful communities.”

Senate GOP pushes back-to-basics plan; Dems say they’ve done it

Governor Bill Ritter

“It is time we thoroughly audited the functions of government.”

Federal grant nudges Adams Co. responders into the Net’s fast lane

Governor Bill Ritter

“We need to be careful anytime we’re using stimulus money because the money will dry up, but it’s a great first step in expanding the wireless footprint.”

Pols lend an ear to state’s small businesses

Governor Bill Ritter

GOP: Ease burden on employers. Dems: Create high-paying jobs.

Guv to patch hole with pot proceeds; GOP says he ‘guessed wrong’

Governor Bill Ritter

Ritter: “This is a responsible plan.” Kopp: Stop “budgeting gimmicks.”