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In Colorado public schools, more students with autism are being served by special education programs. In the state's largest district, the numbers have increased by 75 percent. So how's that playing out in the classroom?
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Mountain West News Bureau
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Photo by The Unfound DoorA new library in Thornton allows patrons to check out more than just books. The unusual library was designed to help everyone enjoy access to the outdoors with rentable outdoor gear, and places to hike near the branch. -
David Zalubowski/APThe Colorado Rockies just finished another losing season. But thousands of fans keep showing up to home games at Coors Field. What’s the story behind that dedicated fan base – and is that unflinching loyalty making the problem worse?
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The University of Northern Colorado will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring six Hispanic and multicultural women for their contributions to the region. -
Weld County commissioners approved the project that a citizens' group faults over energy, water and other potential impacts. -
A Lawsuit filed by Attorney General Phil Weiser asks judge to throw out $530M GEO contract to reopen and retrofit former private prison in the town of Hudson due to environmental concerns and impacts. The town of Hudson is not part of the lawsuit and isn’t taking a side in the legal fight. -
The city of Greeley has to make major cuts in the next few months to address a budget shortfall, including to the city’s museums. Supporters and visitors are worried about losing the city’s history. -
Peer coaches who have gone through addiction recovery, and spent time in jail or without housing, help others navigate the journey were allocated funds from the state legislature via Medicaid. Marty Lenz spoke with Jennifer Brown who covered this story for the Colorado Sun. -
Plans for the Pearl Arts District in Boulder call for a performing-arts venue, hundreds of apartments and more.
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A top U.S. Fish and Wildlife official told Idaho lawmakers Monday the Trump administration will immediately push to remove grizzly bears from the endangered species list after a proposed rule is finalized. -
The tour company owner said she spoke with 80 to 90 potential international customers who decided not to book trips, most of whom indicated that the higher costs played a role. -
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With Colorado River water cuts coming to the lower basin states, a longstanding debate may be bubbling up to the surface, advocates say what water there is should go toward filling Lake Mead. -
The cost of diesel fuel in Colorado hit a new record high this week
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