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Workers groom the snow at the Wolf Creek Ski Area

Colorado ski season is here and Wolf Creek is at the front of the pack

A panoramic view of Gross Reservoir, surrounded by evergreen tree-filled mountains.

Judge rules Denver Water’s permit for Gross Reservoir expansion violates federal laws, orders alternative to flooding wetlands and forest

By Ishan Thakore

Dry, craked earth near Watkins, on Colorado's eastern plains. May 4, 2024.

How your vote could affect climate and natural resource policy

By Colorado Newsline

Colorado map multi-colored with snowflakes representing snow across the state

When can Coloradans expect their first snow?

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Xcel Energy’s plan to replace state’s biggest coal plant could start with renewables and gas — and maybe end with nuclear

By Ishan Thakore and Dan Boyce

Looking up at white barked aspen trees with golden leaves against a blue sky

Photos: Snapping up autumn colors in Southern Colorado

By Shanna Lewis

Two people stand on a ridge, lined with yellow flowers, above a blue lake and beneath blue skies; they're pointing at a tower of metal installed on the hill.

Evaporation is a big deal in the arid West. Scientists say we should stop measuring it like the 1950s

By Ishan Thakore

Photos: The Northern Lights seen throughout Colorado

By Shelby Filangi

Snow making equipment is ready to start at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area

Here are the conditions ski resorts need to make snow

A park ranger points into the distance while talking to two people. There's a vast landscape in the background

These Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico national park sites brought millions of dollars to the region last year

By Shanna Lewis

Flyfishing on the Poudre River

Appeals court rejects lawsuit, says northern Colorado reservoir project can move forward

By Ishan Thakore

Louisville launches the nation’s first EV garbage and recycling fleet

A large piece of the mineral rhodochrosite

Life and Culture

Watermelon-colored gemstone sale marks end of era for Colorado’s Sweet Home Mine

SAN LUIS VALLEY

Alamosa breaks daily temperature records for October as Southern Colorado continues to see record hot weather

Black bear with 3 cubs attacks man after breaking into Colorado home

By The Associated Press

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