Bear reports have nearly doubled statewide and tripled in the metro area since 2025.

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Streamflows on Colorado’s Western Slope are at near-record or record lows.

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Extreme drought conditions have led to unrestricted fishing in several areas.

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Environmental and health concerns have prompted pauses in development.

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Not all Coloradans want to share their cities with Canada geese and their poop.

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Experts say extreme fire conditions are the new normal, but that doesn't mean future catastrophic blazes are inevitable.

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A companion bill is going to Congress to help block mining expansion in Glenwood Springs that could affect the hot springs.

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The Gunnison River hydropower is under stress as data center development creates increasing demand for electricity generation.

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Constant software updates and cutting off support to older models "fuels our massive and growing electronic waste problem," organizers said.

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So far the fire has destroyed at least 263 homes in Custer and Pueblo counties.

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