As autumn gracefully transitions to winter, join us in savoring the spirit of the season. With December on the horizon, marked by twinkling lights and festive joy, let's pause, grab a cuppa, and get ready for some cool insights and inspiring news. So, get comfy, settle in, and read on:

• Colorado Secure Savings: Off & Running with Young and Railey

• Fresssssh state metrics - just for you

• Updates from states - CA CO CT IL ME MD OR VA NJ NY and DE!

• In the News: (How) Do Auto IRAs Affect Participation & New Plans?

• We got Hot Sauce / Cool Stuff, and

• … Pix of the Week, where we keep the running theme alive.

As nature gears up for its final spectacle before winter in the Northern Hemisphere, we've got some exciting news. Grab your blanket, a steaming cup of cocoa, and get ready to dive into the world of retirement security matters this October.

• Retirement Savings Report Card: When “C” Isn't Cool

• State Auto IRA Metrics - September Data Update

• Key updates from Vermont

• Hot Sauce, Cool Stuff: this week's must reads

• Pix of the week