Explore

TrendlineTrendline
U.S. Treasury Approves All 91 Colorado Opportunity Zones for Federal Designation

U.S. Treasury Approves All 91 Colorado Opportunity Zones for Federal Designation

U.S. Treasury Approves All 91 Colorado Opportunity Zones for Federal Designation
1Weather1Weather
Floods Boost Lake Powell Levels by 20 Feet

Floods Boost Lake Powell Levels by 20 Feet

Recent flooding across the Southwest has provided rare relief to reservoirs that had fallen to record lows amid a prolonged megadrought. Lake Powell, the second-largest reservoir in the U.S., has risen over 20 feet since mid-September, surpassing gains from this year’s snowmelt. Storms in late October and early November brought heavy rainfall, causing creeks to overflow and flooding local communities. While destructive, the floods have replenished lakes, aquifers, and water supplies in cities like Flagstaff, Arizona, and Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Experts attribute the intensified rainfall to the El Niño climate phenomenon, which is expected to continue influencing weather patterns for several months. Despite these improvements, the region remains in drought, and water-sharing cuts in the Colorado River basin are unlikely to change before spring snowpack peaks.
TrendlineTrendline
Timothy W. Miller, 66, Passes Away in Colorado, Remembered for Family Devotion and Interests

Timothy W. Miller, 66, Passes Away in Colorado, Remembered for Family Devotion and Interests

Timothy W. Miller, 66, Passes Away in Colorado, Remembered for Family Devotion and Interests
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Bear-Human Conflicts Surge Across U.S. Due to Drought and Food Scarcity

Bear-Human Conflicts Surge Across U.S. Due to Drought and Food Scarcity

Bear-human conflicts have dramatically increased across much of the United States this year, driven by a warm winter and persistent drought that have decimated natural food sources for black and brown bears. This scarcity has forced bears to seek sustenance in human-populated areas, leading to a surge in incidents involving garbage raids, home and car break-ins, and damage to property like chicken coops and bird feeders. Wildlife officers in numerous states, including Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah, are reporting record numbers of calls and are working extended hours to manage these encounters. For instance, Colorado has euthanized 294 bears by the end of August, a significant increase from the typical 60 to 90 bears in a full year. States are focusing on educating residents about securing attractants and, in some cases, implementing stricter penalties for those who inadvertently feed bears.
AP NewsAP News
Floods bring rare relief to US Southwest reservoirs as Lake Powell rises 20 feet

Floods bring rare relief to US Southwest reservoirs as Lake Powell rises 20 feet

Record rainfall in the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to the region's depleted reservoirs
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Colorado Voters Approve Sales Tax Hike to Fund Front Range Passenger Rail Project

Colorado Voters Approve Sales Tax Hike to Fund Front Range Passenger Rail Project

Voters in 31 Front Range municipalities in Colorado have approved Issue 7A, a measure imposing a 0.333% district-wide sales tax to fund the Colorado Connector (CoCo) passenger rail service. The measure passed with a 55% to 45% margin. This approval is a significant step for the long-awaited project, which aims to restore passenger rail service along the Interstate 25 corridor. Sal Pace, the rail district’s general manager, hailed the vote as a 'historic win,' emphasizing Colorado's belief in connecting its communities. Governor Jared Polis, a champion of the CoCo project, stated that the service will connect communities, reduce traffic, protect air quality, and save Coloradans time and money. The approved tax hike is expected to generate an estimated $295 million annually for CoCo, keeping the project on track for a full 12-stop intercity route launch by 2032. Funding has already been secured to begin service between Denver and Fort Collins by 2029 as part of a multi-phase plan.
USA TodayUSA Today
Inside how Trump's migrant detention warehouse plan fell apart

Inside how Trump's migrant detention warehouse plan fell apart

The federal government bought massive warehouses for detention centers before answering basic questions about sewage, safety and local support.
ReutersReuters
US anti-trans ballot wins pose challenge for Democrats ahead of 2028

US anti-trans ballot wins pose challenge for Democrats ahead of 2028

By Leah Douglas WASHINGTON, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Voters in four US states approved ballot measures to restrict transgender rights in Tuesday's midterm elections, sending a warning to Democrats on an issue that has divided the party and is likely to remain a political challenge heading into the 2028
Rapid ReadRapid Read
U.S. Space Force Seeks Senior Budget Analyst for 22d Space Operations Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base

U.S. Space Force Seeks Senior Budget Analyst for 22d Space Operations Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, is seeking a Senior Budget Analyst for the 22d Space Operations Squadron (22 SOPS). This position, classified as NH-0560-03 (GS 12/13 equivalent), is crucial for managing mission-critical financial programs and securing funding for space operations. The analyst will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, bridging strategic intent with fiscal reality across the entire budget lifecycle. Key responsibilities include spearheading multi-year budget estimates, funding justifications, and spending forecasts aligned with USSF and Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center requirements. The role demands expertise in executing diverse appropriations, analyzing spending trends, and evaluating complex tenant reimbursement processes. The analyst will also represent the squadron in negotiations for resource allocations across higher headquarters, Combat Forces Command, and Geographically Separated Units, while overseeing gover...
TrendlineTrendline
Boulder Experiences Sauna Club Boom, Driven by Wellness Trends and Community Focus

Boulder Experiences Sauna Club Boom, Driven by Wellness Trends and Community Focus

Boulder Experiences Sauna Club Boom, Driven by Wellness Trends and Community Focus
Rapid ReadRapid Read
New Mexico Receives Record $5 Billion in Federal Energy Revenue, Highlighting Volatility of Fossil Fuel Income

New Mexico Receives Record $5 Billion in Federal Energy Revenue, Highlighting Volatility of Fossil Fuel Income

New Mexico is set to receive over $5 billion in federal energy revenue for the 2026 fiscal year from the U.S. Department of the Interior, marking the largest annual payment ever made to a state in U.S. history. This windfall is part of a broader boom experienced by seven of the eight Mountain West states, driven by record consumer petroleum prices. The funds primarily originate from royalties, rents, and payments made by companies developing energy and mineral resources on public lands. New Mexico's share accounts for nearly a quarter of the $21.8 billion distributed nationwide from activities on federal and tribal lands and offshore waters. A significant contributor to this record amount was a federal oil and gas lease sale in New Mexico and Texas in May, which generated over $4 billion. Other Mountain West states also received substantial amounts, with Wyoming getting nearly $485 million, Utah $124 million, and Colorado $87.6 million.
TrendlineTrendline
Fetch Pet Insurance, a Warburg Pincus Portfolio Company, Expands Sales Team in Colorado

Fetch Pet Insurance, a Warburg Pincus Portfolio Company, Expands Sales Team in Colorado

Fetch Pet Insurance, a Warburg Pincus Portfolio Company, Expands Sales Team in Colorado