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Rep. Jeff Crank thinks Democrats are too focused on Trump, not enough on Colorado Springs | Vince Bzdek

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For U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank, who’s unopposed in the Republican primary for the 5th Congressional District but the main target of both candidates in the...

JeffCo fire agencies use tech, mitigation efforts to fight growing wildfire danger

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While Colorado may have seen a warm winter with historically low snowpack and drought, bringing with it the possibility of an increased danger for wildfires,...

Fight over Colorado and Denver building energy standards gains federal attention

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The U.S. Department of Justice notified the U.S. District Court in Denver that it is considering filing a Statement of Interest in a lawsuit challenging...

Grand Junction roundtable spotlights public access while Interior faces scrutiny over targeted land sales

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U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum joined Bureau of Land Management Director Steve Pearce in Grand...

Jefferson County adopts new wildfire code effective July 1

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Denver tornado sirens mistakenly activated due to 'human error'

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Colorado governor signs bill requiring pollution controls, cost reporting for extended coal operations

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Proposal seeks to balance emissions goals with blackout risks in Colorado

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A tale of two debates | Vince Bzdek

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Colorado, Nevada water negotiators split on federal 10-year river management plan

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Xcel summer time-of-use rates begin, officials urge load shifting

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Visits to Colorado’s ski resorts fell 20% below average this year, new data shows

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Polis declares statewide drought emergency

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Behind Lake Powell's low water levels, a canyon is coming back to life

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First 2026 Colorado case of West Nile Virus in a human reported in Jefferson County

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The first case of West Nile virus in Colorado in 2026 has been reported in Jefferson County. Jefferson County public health officials announced on Tuesday...

Judge blocks federal retaliation against Boulder climate agency

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A federal judge in Colorado has blocked the Trump administration’s effort to transfer control of a climate research supercomputer, ruling the move likely violated federal...

RTD rider satisfaction rises, but overall transit use stagnates

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The Regional Transportation District on Monday released its annual customer and community survey results, which show rising satisfaction among bus and rail riders. But critics...

Tapped: Facing similar drought conditions, Utah declares emergency while Colorado relies on Phase 2 response

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Editor’s Note: The Denver metro region sits at the center of one of the American West’s most complex and consequential water challenges. This series examines...

EPA proposes more flexibility in coal ash rules as Colorado sites face ongoing cleanup

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Dog walker attacked, seriously injured by moose in Winter Park

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Tapped: Worst winter in memory triggers cascading economic strain in Colorado mountain towns

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Tapped: As fire risk climbs, Colorado faces threat to drinking water

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Tapped: Douglas County looks to diversify water supply as population grows

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Tapped: Built to stand alone, Westminster's water system confronts historic dryness

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Tapped: Colorado River overallocation collides with record drought conditions

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Tapped: Castle Pines upgrading water treatment capacity for future need

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Tapped: As snowpack levels shrink, Jefferson County cities take divergent paths on water

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Tapped: Aurora cracks down on water use as reservoirs fall, runoff shrinks

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Tapped: Denver residents face hotter, costlier summer under new drought rules

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Editor's note: The Denver metro region sits at the center of one of the American West’s most complex and consequential water challenges. This series examines...

Tapped: Castle Rock working to reduce per-capita water use

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Editor's Note: The Denver metro region sits at the center of one of the American West’s most complex and consequential water challenges. This series examines...

Tapped: Parker makes strides toward renewable water supply

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Editor's Note: The Denver metro region sits at the center of one of the American West’s most complex and consequential water challenges. This series examines...

Tapped: With growth tapped out, Highlands Ranch turns to cutting demand

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Editor's Note: The Denver metro region sits at the center of one of the American West’s most complex and consequential water challenges. This series examines...