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Environmental advocates argue that new water-sharing rules can and should keep the river flowing for plants, animals, people and infrastructure.
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Photo by Ben Blennerhassett/UnsplashAbout one in five new mothers struggles with postpartum depression or anxiety. But a new study led partly by Colorado researchers says psychedelics may soon be an effective treatment for those symptoms – and that they may be more effective than prescription medication or psychotherapy. We dig into an intriguing study. -
Sally Pearce/Colorado Dept of TransportationSummer is a great time to get away to Colorado’s high country. So today we’re talking about a few summer drives that show off Colorado’s stunning alpine views, scenic forests, and historic communities.
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Last winter's record-low snowpack stressed many businesses in the Roaring Fork and Colorado River valleys. Whether they've been around for decades or are just starting out, they hope it's not the new norm. -
The president claimed voting systems are vulnerable to manipulation and said his administration will work with states to better protect voter data. Trump provided no evidence of election manipulation. -
Dr. Marcia McNutt, who was elected in 2016 as the first female president of the National Academy of Sciences, discusses the state of scientific advances in the U.S. -
Former Gov. Bill Owens said he wants to watch Marx’s general election campaign for governor over the next month or so before deciding whether to endorse him. -
The Boulder Department of Parks and Recreation has welcomed the second 2026 cohort of Junior Rangers. For 61 years, the Boulder Junior Ranger Program has hired 14 to 17-year-olds to maintain the city’s outdoor spaces and study the environment over the summer. -
Millions of Coloradans remain under strict water restrictions because of historic drought. Failing to conserve could mean empty reservoirs, and even harsher restrictions.
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Fish go belly up following a weekend heatwave. -
Communities in Colorado and Utah are reporting drops in tourism as fires burn nearby and smoke floats in. -
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With low river flows and high water temperatures, conditions for fish are increasingly deadly. -
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Wyoming, Montana, Idaho and Washington could take over management, but hunting will not immediately be on the table.
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