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New research suggests wildfires appear to be upending years of steady progress in reducing ozone pollution in the United States. It’s a trend reversal with significant health implications.
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Denver Public Library / History ColoradoThe soldiers who fought some of World War II’s most pivotal battles trained for combat high in the mountains, at Camp Hale near Leadville. But after the war, many of them continued to make history. A look at how some veterans from the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division went on to transform outdoor recreation in Colorado. -
History ColoradoDuring World War II, the U.S. Army built a unique training ground in the mountains near Leadville. Thousands of soldiers trained for combat in extreme alpine conditions – and helped secure key victories in the war. As Colorado marks its 150th birthday this year, a museum exhibit explores the legacy of the 10th Mountain Division.
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Stephen Hawkins serves as Global Director of Research for More in Common, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to understanding and addressing political polarization, social division, and the psychological drivers behind societal fragmentation. -
A new public health study reveals human cost of heavy summer 2026 ozone and demands state action, watchdogs say. Listen to KUNC host Marty Lenz discuss this story and then read the entire article. -
That’s just 2% of all who applied for a job on ConnectingColorado since last summer’s relaunch. The state job board has more than 140,000 openings. More behind the numbers. Listen to KUNC host Marty Lenz discuss this story and then read the entire article. -
The Larimer County Farmer’s Market recently held a poster art contest with one rule — no AI. But several people voiced concerns that some entries were AI-generated. Now organizers are sharing proof. -
Initiative 177 seeks to prevent bans on natural gas sales and use in Colorado. -
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee on Wednesday added Colorado’s 3rd and 4th congressional districts to its list of “districts in play” this year.
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For the first time, the United States Forest Service authorized the use of N95 respirators for federal wildland firefighters. -
Leadville, Colo, saw a drop in tourism in July because of the nearby Willow Fire. But August could still bring a score of visitors. -
In a letter to regulators, they ask if betting on tragedies is in the "public interest" -
Coal-fired power generation jumped 13% in the U.S. last year, according to a recent report from the federal Energy Information Administration. That helped push carbon emissions from the power sector up about 4% — the first rise after years of declining emissions. -
Blood donations have fallen to a four-year low as people face extreme heat, bad air quality and flooding -
Heat safety campaigns throughout the region focus on at-risk populations, outdoor workers and the unhoused.
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