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Supreme Court hears major climate liability case

In this week’s edition of Economy and Society:

Ballotpedia · 16h ago

Supreme Court weighs local governments' climate change lawsuits against oil and gas companies

The Supreme Court is considering whether local governments can sue oil and gas companies for climate change costs

The Independent UK · Oct 5

State climate suits face skeptical Supreme Court

A majority of the Supreme Court appeared skeptical Monday of an effort by Boulder, Colo., to hold major oil producers accountable in state courts for the harms caused by climate change. Across almost two hours of oral arguments, the justices raised concerns about upsetting the balance between states and the…

Roll Call · Oct 5

Question of whether taxpayers or fossil fuel companies pay for climate change damage heads to Supreme Court

Climate change is causing billions of dollars’ worth of damage every year from floods, fires, droughts and other consequences of a rapidly warming planet.

The Conversation · Sep 30

84-year-old Wyoming Navy veteran donates 207-acre llama ranch as sanctuary for veterans and first responders

In an inspiring act of philanthropy, Navy veteran Al Ellis has gifted his expansive ranch in Wyoming to a dedicated foundation. This sanctuary will cater to veterans and first responders, providing a serene environment for healing and family bonding. With the Boulder Crest Foundation’s specialized initiatives, the campus is anticipated…

The Times of India · Sep 21

Boulder used a two-day gathering of scientists and engineers to tackle the challenge of reaching Titan; the result transformed the roadmap for human exploration beyond Mars, revealing that time and technology are the real barriers

Scientists and engineers explored the feasibility of human missions to Titan. Titan offers a dense atmosphere and abundant local chemistry for potential fuel production. Robotic missions like Dragonfly will precede any crewed expedition to gather data. Closing scientific and technical gaps will require decades of dedicated effort. The focus remains…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Boulder is opening homes to Sundance visitors through a new license – who stands to benefit?

When the Sundance Film Festival begins in Boulder, Colorado, on Jan. 21, 2027, tens of thousands of filmmakers and moviegoers will descend on the city. The influx of film aficionados will bring a problem familiar to cities that host large events: Those out-of-town visitors will all need lodging at the…

The Conversation · Aug 5

The Long-Term Value of Investing in Your Home’s First Line of Defense

Many homeowners in Boulder spend time planning interior upgrades, updating landscaping, or improving outdoor living spaces

inkl · Jul 1

Denver Front Range Ozone Alert Reaches AQI 112 as Children and Asthma Patients Face Increased Breathing Health Risks

Colorado CDPHE issued an Ozone Action Day Alert June 20, 2026 for Denver's Front Range. AQI hit 112 — Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups including children and asthma patients.

Medical Daily · Jun 22

TIFIN Australia Launches to Accelerate AI-Powered Wealth Innovation in the Region

BOULDER, Colo. and SYDNEY, May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TIFIN.AI, an AI platform for wealth, today announced the launch of TIFIN Australia, marking a significant step in the firm’s continued global expansion and its mission to use artificial intelligence to improve financial outcomes worldwide. The launch builds on the…

AAP · May 26