The latest news, community stories, and articles from Colorado's Western Slope.
Ouray District Ranger Dana Gardunio proposes new peak-season fees for Blue Lakes to manage unprecedented visitation and resource damage, with overnight permits set at $25 starting in 2027.
John Hinmon, a Vail Navy officer and ski patroller who arrived in 1966, died at home in Lake Creek at age 84. He is remembered for building the valley's leisure infrastructure and guiding generations.
U.S. Senator Michael Bennet and Attorney General Phil Weiser outline their differing approaches to taxes, water storage, and housing in a tight race for Colorado governor.
The Colorado Drought Task Force urges Gov. Jared Polis to declare a phase three drought emergency, citing record-low snowpack and uncharted low flows in the White River.
New CoPIRG report reveals Colorado generated 44% of state electricity from solar and wind in 2025, ranking sixth nationally for wind and leading in battery storage despite fierce competition from Iowa and Kansas.
Colorado signs Senate Bill 125 to let parents file disability discrimination complaints directly with the state, filling the gap left by the federal government's reduced enforcement.
The Yampa Valley RTA is racing against a July 24 deadline to hire a polling firm and gauge community sentiment on bus funding before submitting a question to voters.
Aspen City Council reviews Cozy Point Ranch's future, addressing 30 years of deferred maintenance, drainage issues, and the balance between heritage preservation and ecological health.
Aspen Valley Health received perfect Level III Trauma Center recertification from the state with no deficiencies, highlighting exceptional onsite trauma services and integration with local EMS.
Shannon Soto faces charges for false imprisonment, domestic violence, and sharing explicit images after trapping a victim and child in a Grand Junction home while recording them.
Joe Mooney, an occupational therapist with UCHealth SportsMed Clinic, explains how simple adaptive devices like rocker knives and grab bars help Steamboat Springs locals maintain independence and prevent falls while aging in place.
Dr. Voss explains that dogs hide illness due to evolution, making annual exams crucial for catching early signs of disease like parvo before they become expensive ICU emergencies.
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