Wildfire Impact: Aspen Acres fire damage estimates are climbing, with new aerial analysis suggesting 780 structures destroyed across Pueblo and Custer counties, far above earlier counts, as evacuations and re-entry plans continue. Election & Voting Rights: A coalition of 25 states (including Colorado) is suing the Trump administration over Medicaid work requirements that could strip coverage, spotlighting how election-year politics collide with benefit rules. Colorado Politics: Victor Marx won the GOP nomination for Colorado governor, setting up a November matchup with Democrat Phil Weiser and raising questions about how the newcomer will unify a party still dealing with internal friction. Local Governance & Accountability: Telluride and Mountain Village investigators found no evidence of government conspiracy in a proposed ski-area purchase, but concluded elected leaders didn’t coordinate with other officials as the deal was pursued. Insurance & Homeowners: As Colorado wildfires burn, insurers and agents are fielding calls about coverage and wildfire-related policy limits, with some new policies paused or restricted based on proximity and risk mapping. Business & Jobs: Southern Glazer’s says it will cut about 1% of US jobs as it shifts to a hybrid customer service model using AI.