Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope
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Colorado River scientists warn that temporary conservation is insufficient; agriculture must accept permanent water reductions to prevent the river system from collapsing into deadpool.
The Dry Creek Fire has burned 288 acres along Gage Road south of Rifle, prompting immediate evacuations for residents in the Grass Mesa area as wind drives rapid expansion.
The Senate voted 50-48 to approve a symbolic war powers resolution blocking further U.S. military action against Iran, marking a historic crack in GOP unity as four Republicans joined Democrats.
Douglas County commissioners enact an immediate ban on high-performance electric dirt bikes and scooters on public roadways, requiring licenses and insurance to curb teen crashes and traffic chaos.
Western Slope faces critical water scarcity as a deceptive 140% March streamflow leads to rapid snowpack collapse, leaving rivers with only 24% of normal flow for the crucial June-July period.
Former CBI scientist Yvonne Woods pleads guilty to four felonies for manipulating DNA data, casting doubt on over 1,000 criminal cases across Colorado.
Comparing Amanda Gonzalez’s hands-on county management experience with Jessie Danielson’s legislative background for the Colorado Secretary of State seat ahead of the 2026 primary.
Jena Griswold, Michael Dougherty, David Seligman, and Hetal Doshi outline their visions for the Colorado Attorney General office, balancing federal lawsuits with local enforcement and consumer protection.
An analysis of the key Republican candidates for Governor and the 3rd Congressional District, detailing the distinct strategies of Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx, and Barbara Kirkmeyer as they prepare for the June 30 primary.
Record-breaking heat and negligible rainfall in Dillon create a wildfire tinderbox across Colorado’s mountains, driven by a historic meltout and rising temperatures linked to climate change.
Haze from the Iron, Kane Springs, and Grapevine fires in Utah and Nevada drifts over Glenwood Springs, creating a persistent, light-to-moderate smoke layer across the Western Slope despite no local infernos.
Pitkin County officials confirm Stage 2 fire restrictions begin June 26 at 12:01 a.m., tightening rules on smoking, welding, and off-road driving amid exceptional drought conditions.
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