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The Aspen Acres fire in Colorado has burned over 97,000 acres near Pueblo, destroying more than 250 homes and hitting critical water infrastructure in the Beulah Valley—where all four local water sources are now compromised. With containment at just 28%, residents of this tight-knit community, many displaced for over ten days, face uncertain futures as their water supply is under a bottled water a...

A major cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan has sparked nationwide concern, but the real story is more nuanced: the parasite doesn’t spread person-to-person and almost always comes from contaminated produce or water. While Taco Bell is pulling ingredients as a precaution, Colorado officials confirm their cases aren’t linked to Michigan — most are tied to international travel. The illness is severe...

The Roan Plateau in Colorado, a beloved haven for hunters, anglers, and hikers teeming with wildlife, is once again under threat from oil and gas leasing. Despite a 2014 conservation agreement that failed to fully cancel two leases — and never secured promised funding — the Bureau of Land Management is now proposing four new leases on the plateau, with two more nearby. Conservationists like Juli S...

A wildfire of apocalyptic scale has ravaged Aspen Acres, Colorado, devouring 100,000 acres and 850 homes, with 100-mph winds melting cars and turning landmarks into hollow shells. Volunteer firefighters battled a relentless force of nature, while residents like Jill Laca witnessed heart-wrenching loss. Amid the chaos, community spirit endures—people grieve, rebuild, and support each other. Though...

Wildfires rage across western Colorado as containment efforts face mounting pressure. The Aspen Acres fire, now Colorado’s largest at 28% containment, has expanded its perimeter but triggered Stage Three fire restrictions—no grilling, welding, or chainsaws allowed. Meanwhile, the Ferris fire grows to 62,916 acres with 19% containment, while crews battle hot spots and embers at the Gold Mountain fi...

New aerial imagery analysis reveals the Aspen Acres fire may have destroyed up to 780 structures across Pueblo and Custer counties — far exceeding official counts that only include homes and businesses. The fire, now one of Colorado’s largest, scorched over 96,000 acres fueled by 100 mph winds and dry conditions. Vexcel Data’s AI-powered satellite imaging, flown at 6,000 feet, detected lost struct...

In a scandal rocking Telluride, elected officials including Mayor Pro Tem Meehan Fee and Mayor Marti Prohaska secretly pushed to buy the ski resort amid a patroller strike, acting independently and allegedly leveraging their positions to pressure the owner, Chuck Horning. Horning is now suing them for abuse of power, claiming they used their offices to force a sale and even threatened to prolong t...

Victor Marx just pulled off a historic upset, becoming the first Republican governor nominee in Colorado in 24 years—but his path to victory is littered with internal GOP fractures, policy ambiguity, and a state that’s turned decisively blue. With a dramatic backstory of alleged rescues and combat missions dominating headlines, Marx now faces the uphill climb of uniting his own party, which split...

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Colorado’s DMV is sounding the alarm on fake temporary license plates flooding online marketplaces—sold to dodge registration fees with serious legal consequences. Facing misdemeanor charges, offenders risk fines up to $300, 90 days in jail, or community service. Law enforcement can even seize your vehicle if caught, with each police department deciding enforcement. This crackdown ties into Colora...

Colorado’s biggest wildfire, the Aspen Acres blaze, got a boost from rain—but that same downpour could trigger deadly flash floods and mudslides over burned areas. With 96,000 acres scorched and 275 homes destroyed, officials warn two feet of mud can move a truck. Meanwhile, the Ferris fire near Dolores swells to 60,000 acres, 19% contained, as crews battle near the Bradfield Bridge Campground. Go...

Hardrock 100 is racing ahead in 2026 despite a nail-biting call to action—just 48 hours before start, organizers cleared the smoke-filled air and greenlit the race after navigating permits from nine agencies. Nearby Gold Mountain Fire, burning 32,000 acres and only 8% contained, forced cancellations of races like Ouray 100 and Silver Rush, while Leadville Trail 100 remains uncertain. Race director...

Rodeo season is in full swing across Colorado—with Gunnison’s Cattlemen’s Days kicking off with pro cowboys, drone shows, and big-time entertainment, while Estes Park’s Rooftop Rodeo celebrates milestones with themed nights and patriotic flair. The Colorado Gay Rodeo Association brings its Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo to Jefferson County, and weekly rodeos keep the action going in Snowmass and St...

Summer in Colorado used to mean relief for lung patients—now it’s a health hazard. Wildfire smoke, packed with dangerous PM 2.5 particles, is worsening air quality worse than major cities, forcing doctors to rethink seasonal health risks. This isn’t a temporary glitch—it’s a new normal. Asthma, heart disease, and even healthy lungs are vulnerable. Experts urge everyone to build an “air quality eme...

Pitkin County is pushing ahead with a costly plan to buy water for the Roaring Fork River, despite an advisory board’s strong opposition. The goal? Boost river flows during dry years by releasing water from Grizzly Reservoir—currently used by Front Range communities. The board fears the impact will be minimal—just one cubic foot per second for two days—and worries the expense will cripple funding...

Apple’s pouring $1.5 billion into Broadcom to supercharge U.S. chip manufacturing — part of a $30 billion multi-year push to produce 15 billion wireless chips for iPhones right here in America. The deal centers on Broadcom’s Fort Collins, Colorado facility, set to create hundreds of new jobs and cement Apple’s commitment to domestic tech excellence. Tim Cook called these locally made components vi...