Jessica Porter

Denver

News Anchor and Reporter at KMGH-TV (Denver, CO)

Denver7 6pm & 10pm anchor. USC (MA) Cal State Fullerton (BA)

Articles

USDA freezes funding, threatening mental health program for farmers

6 days ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

DENVER — Farmers and ranchers in Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming are facing another challenge. Federal budget cuts have frozen funding for the AgWell program, a key initiative supporting their mental and physical health. Launched in 2018 as part of the Farm Bill, AgWell aimed to combat the mounting stress and wellness issues in the agricultural community.
Experts warn of TikTok videos advertising luxury goods at a steep discount

1 week ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

DENVER — Videos have been flooding TikTok over the last week from Chinese manufacturers claiming to be the real source of luxury brands, offering products directly to consumers at drastically reduced prices. Denver7 reached out to Lululemon about these viral videos. One video claims consumers can buy the popular leggings that are priced around $100 for just $5 from a Chinese factory.
'Less staff and more work': State lawmakers hold hearing on the impact of U.S. Department of Education cuts

1 week ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

DENVER — Colorado lawmakers held a hearing Wednesday to explore the impact federal education cuts will have on Colorado. The Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, cut the number of U.S. Department of Education employees by nearly half in March, from 4,133 employees to 2,183. There is growing concern among lawmakers and furloughed employees that the federal government will not deliver on about $870 million in funding it gives to Colorado schools each year.
Colorado lawmakers celebrate World Quantum Day

1 week ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter |Ryan Fish

DENVER — The state’s General Assembly recognized World Quantum Day on Monday with an official proclamation from Governor Jared Polis. Quantum technology stores and processes large amounts of information using particles at the atomic level. Colorado is leading the way for quantum technology. In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce recognized Colorado as a regional technology and innovation hub for quantum science.
Congressman Gabe Evans reflects on his first 100 days in Washington, D.C.

1 week ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

WASHINGTON D.C. — Freshman Congressman Gabe Evans will mark his first 100 days in office Sunday representing Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. The Republican has introduced six pieces of legislation since landing on Capitol Hill. “Five of those six bills are bipartisan and three of them have already actually passed out of committee.
Tariff whiplash: DU expert shares potential impacts of changing tariffs

2 weeks ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

DENVER — President Donald Trump on Wednesday changed course when it comes to tariffs. The president announced a pause on reciprocal tariffs for most countries for 90 days, instead imposing a 10% baseline tariff. The change does not apply to China, which now faces a 125% tariff. Trump cited a “lack of respect” from China as the reason behind the increased tariff.
Colorado expert shares steps to address problematic drinking

2 weeks ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

DENVER — May is Alcohol Awareness Month. Experts use this time to raise awareness about excessive drinking. Alcohol continues to be a major public health issue, contributing to more deaths than fentanyl overdoses each year. About 178,000 people lose their lives from drinking each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Dr. Bill Wright, chief medical officer for Colorado Access, said the symptoms of alcohol use disorder depend on the individual.
Governor Jared Polis talks about his love of baseball and 30 years of Coors Field

2 weeks ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

DENVER — Governor Jared Polis spoke to Denver7 at the Rockies Home Opener about the team celebrating 30 years of baseball at Coors Field in Lodo and the future of the team. "I remember when they first came to town, and you all remember the Blake Street Bombers. I'm a big baseball guy growing up, so I used to go Zephyrs games before the Rockies came," Polis said. "It's been great for downtown and great for the state."The Rockies have had a tough few seasons.
'We need a federal government that works': Rep. Brittany Pettersen talks with Denver7 amid proxy voting effort

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

WASHINGTON D.C. — The work of two mothers advocating for accommodations for young parents in Congress led to House Speaker Mike Johnson halting all business for much of the week. Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna of Florida and Democratic Rep. Brittany Pettersen of Colorado are pushing a proposal for new parents in Congress to be able to vote by proxy rather than in person as they care for newborns.
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office finds success combating vehicle theft with SWAT officers

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Jessica Porter

CENTENNIAL, Colo. — The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is using a specialized team of SWAT officers to combat auto theft, and it seems to be working. The Special Response Team (SRT) consists of eight SWAT members who operate in groups of four to six to apprehend car thieves.