AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoColorado Health & Costs: Colorado ER waits are getting longer as emergency departments see about 50% more uninsured patients, adding thousands of extra visits and straining hospitals that can’t legally turn people away. Utility Rates: Residential electricity costs in the U.S. are up nearly 40% since 2021, with state regulators deciding next-year bills after long rate-case processes. Food Safety: A Salmonella outbreak tied to imported Mexican jalapeños has sickened 345 people across 27 states, including Colorado, prompting a recall and supplier changes at major chains. Water & Drought: The Lake Mead water level hit a historic low, underscoring pressure on the Colorado River system that affects farms, fish, and power. Housing & Affordability: New data shows housing markets are shifting—Sunbelt cities are losing momentum while places like Ohio look comparatively stronger as affordability and mortgage rates dominate. Colorado Politics: Senate Democrats, led by Sen. John Hickenlooper, introduced a resolution to end unauthorized U.S. military involvement against Iran. Local Business/Community: Mobile Meals of Southern Arizona is merging with the Community Food Bank to expand senior and disability meal delivery. Sports Betting/Markets: Kalshi and Polymarket are running new Colorado-eligible referral promos tied to NFL and MLB markets.
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