Top News Image Nevada faces ‘unrealistic reductions’ in ‘fundamentally flawed’ Colorado River plan, officials say The federal government released a 10-year Colorado River management plan that cuts Nevada's water allocation while sparing Upper Basin states from mandatory reductions, drawing criticism from state leaders. Image Top articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026. Image Feds to impose new cuts on lower Colorado River states amid climate-fueled megadrought The federal government finalized a decade-long water management plan for the Colorado River Basin after seven Western states failed to reach their own agreement on handling severe drought-driven shortages. Image Exceptional drought expands as record heat continues across Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week. Image Town of Hartman declared abandoned State officials Wednesday declared a small town in southeast Colorado abandoned after years of turmoil among its residents and local government leaders. Image Feds sue Colorado over college aid for illegal immigrants The U.S. Department of Justice sued Colorado on Thursday, claiming the state's in-state tuition and scholarship programs for undocumented immigrants violate federal immigration law. National and Global News Image Trump administration rules out mass ICE enforcement at the polls in midterms The Department of Homeland Security says Immigration and Customs Enforcement has no plans to conduct aggressive operations at polling sites during the midterm elections, though officials left open the possibility of changes based on intelligence. Image 3 dead, 2 injured in Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting Three people are dead and two injured after a shooting Saturday at a Twin Falls, Idaho In-N-Out, with the suspected shooter also dead at the scene. Image Top audio articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026. Image April trial date sought in suit against Paramount, Warner Bros. A coalition of state attorneys general led by California's Rob Bonta has requested an April 2027 trial date to block the Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance merger on antitrust grounds. Image Abortion access may not mobilize voters unless they hear more about threats to it, poll suggests Abortion remains a top concern for Arizona voters, but many doubt restrictions will actually happen compared to other threats like Medicaid cuts and tax increases. Image US Senate panel advances bill to reject Education Department transfers A bipartisan Senate committee voted to block the Trump administration's plan to transfer special education and other core programs out of the U.S. Department of Education. Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - July 31, 2026 Over 40,000 Moroccan migrants pour into the Spanish territory of Ceuta; North Carolina corrections officers get big raise, but some say it's not enough; California-based trans org sees an erosion of support, spurred by federal shift under Trump; Eastern Kentucky program aims to boost regional healthcare workforce. Image Online prediction markets rile up state lawmakers State lawmakers publicly scolded online prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket this week for operating sports betting services that skirt state gambling regulations and consumer protections. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image Funeral Services - Karla Jean Buck Karla Jean Buck, a longtime Kiowa County resident, passed away July 28 at age 79, with graveside services scheduled for Tuesday at Eads Cemetery. Image Death Notice - Karla Jean Buck Karla Jean Buck, a longtime Kiowa County resident, died unexpectedly at her home on July 29 at age 79. Image Birthdays and Anniversaries August 3-9, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County. Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - August 2, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado. Image Southeast Colorado School Calendars – August 3–31, 2026 Events in southeast Colorado for {publish_month]. Image Top articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026. Image Pastor's Pearls Sunday, August 2, 2026 Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie. Image Top audio articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image Southeast Colorado School Sports Calendars – August 3–31, 2026 Events in southeast Colorado for {publish_month]. Image Southeast Colorado School Calendars – August 3–31, 2026 Events in southeast Colorado for {publish_month]. Image Top articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026. Image Top audio articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026. Image Cheyenne Wells to hit 102 Monday as fire danger rises across Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells will reach 102 degrees Monday as fire danger climbs across the county due to low humidity and gusty winds. Image USDA Update - July 29, 2029 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Heavy rain possible Wednesday night as storms continue in Cheyenne County Cheyenne County faces another round of thunderstorms Wednesday night capable of heavy rainfall before drier weather moves in Thursday. Image Cheyenne Wells hits 103 Monday before storms bring midweek relief to Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells reaches 103 degrees Monday before thunderstorms and cooler air arrive Tuesday and Wednesday. Economy Image Commentary - Rare bipartisan housing bill just became law — but Americans will still struggle with affordability Congress passed the ROAD to Housing Act in July, the first major housing bill in decades, though experts say its regulatory reforms will only marginally ease the nation's affordability crisis. Image States expand fight against organized retail crime, gift card fraud States are cracking down on organized retail crime with new laws targeting cargo theft, gift card fraud and other sophisticated schemes that have evolved beyond traditional shoplifting. Image Wyoming libraries offer affordability crisis hacks Wyoming libraries offer free streaming services, computers, tools and tutoring to help residents stretch tight budgets. Image Expert offers tips for Utah families looking to save this summer An economist shares strategies Utah families can use to trim vacation and grocery expenses as summer travel and food costs hit record highs. Elections Image Trump administration rules out mass ICE enforcement at the polls in midterms The Department of Homeland Security says Immigration and Customs Enforcement has no plans to conduct aggressive operations at polling sites during the midterm elections, though officials left open the possibility of changes based on intelligence. Image New Mexico Secretary of State agrees to turn over voter death error records following lawsuit New Mexico agreed to release records showing how the state handles voters mistakenly marked as deceased in its election system following a lawsuit from a national foundation. Image Kansas county's mail ballots printed with wrong address, returned to voters after they sent them in Wyandotte County election officials sent mail-in ballots with an incorrect return address, causing some completed ballots to be mailed back to voters instead of the election office. Image New threats loom for Arizona's Indigenous voters Arizona's Indigenous voters face mounting obstacles to casting ballots, from vast distances to polling places to lack of physical addresses on tribal lands. Health & Living Image Colorado and Congress consider taxing rich for basic needs Congress and Colorado lawmakers consider taxing billionaires and the wealthy to fund schools, healthcare and childcare as economic inequality widens. Image Idaho reports three heat-related deaths amid hot, smoky weather Three Idahoans over 55 died from heat-related illness last week as temperatures soared above 90 degrees across the state. Image New Mexico environment officials propose another delay on heat safety protections for workers New Mexico's Environment Department seeks to delay heat protection rules for workers until early 2027, citing disagreement among labor groups, employers and industry representatives. Image Nebraska doctor offers checklist for a healthy new school year A Nebraska doctor urges parents to use back-to-school checkups to address learning, mental health, sleep and nutrition concerns before students return to class. Movie Reviews Image “Evil Dead Burn” and “The Invite” Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Evil Dead Burn” and “The Invite.” Image Movie Review - The Odyssey Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Odyssey.” Is it heroic? Image Movie Review - Moana Critic Bob Garver takes a look at Disney’s "Moana.” Is he enchanted by the live-action remake? Image “Minions & Monsters” Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Minions and Monsters.” Is it a hit, or does he find it despicable? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image 86 Nebraska counties facing drought approved for USDA emergency loan assistance The USDA has approved drought disaster declarations for 86 of Nebraska's 93 counties, freeing up loan assistance for farmers struggling with severe dry conditions across most of the state. Image Exceptional drought expands as record heat continues across Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week. Image USDA Update - July 29, 2029 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image North Dakota residents contest mega dairy water deal North Dakota residents are challenging state regulators' approval of a 12,000-cow dairy expansion that opponents say will drain an already stressed aquifer serving thousands of people. Government & Politics Image New Mexico Secretary of State agrees to turn over voter death error records following lawsuit New Mexico agreed to release records showing how the state handles voters mistakenly marked as deceased in its election system following a lawsuit from a national foundation. Image Colorado and Congress consider taxing rich for basic needs Congress and Colorado lawmakers consider taxing billionaires and the wealthy to fund schools, healthcare and childcare as economic inequality widens. Image Kansas county's mail ballots printed with wrong address, returned to voters after they sent them in Wyandotte County election officials sent mail-in ballots with an incorrect return address, causing some completed ballots to be mailed back to voters instead of the election office. Image Governor Polis appoints Rachel A. Catt to 2nd Judicial District Court Governor Polis appoints Rachel A. Catt, a magistrate since 2022, to fill a vacancy on the 2nd Judicial District Court bench effective August 1. Crime, Court & Law Image 3 dead, 2 injured in Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting Three people are dead and two injured after a shooting Saturday at a Twin Falls, Idaho In-N-Out, with the suspected shooter also dead at the scene. Image Kansas lawsuit challenges Wichita law enforcement’s reliance on license plate reader cameras A Wichita machinist is suing the city over its use of nearly 200 license plate cameras that track vehicle movements without warrants, arguing the surveillance violates Kansas constitutional protections. Image CBI investigating homicide in Trinidad The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal shooting in Trinidad that left a man dead early July 31 and led to a second-degree murder charge. Image April trial date sought in suit against Paramount, Warner Bros. A coalition of state attorneys general led by California's Rob Bonta has requested an April 2027 trial date to block the Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance merger on antitrust grounds. Weather & Climate Image New Mexico environment officials propose another delay on heat safety protections for workers New Mexico's Environment Department seeks to delay heat protection rules for workers until early 2027, citing disagreement among labor groups, employers and industry representatives. Image Fierce floods or wild waves? How San Diego is preparing for a winter of extreme weather under El Niño. San Diego prepares for potential winter flooding as a strong El Niño pattern develops, though aging stormwater systems and century-old dams complicate the city's readiness. Image Feds to impose new cuts on lower Colorado River states amid climate-fueled megadrought The federal government finalized a decade-long water management plan for the Colorado River Basin after seven Western states failed to reach their own agreement on handling severe drought-driven shortages. Image EarthTalk – When will sea levels start rising? Global sea levels have risen about eight to nine inches since 1880, with the rate accelerating due to warming oceans and melting ice sheets linked to climate change. Personal Finance & Business Image Trump looks to veterans to fill trucking jobs after booting immigrants from industry Trump expands a program allowing veterans with military vehicle experience to quickly obtain commercial driver's licenses, aiming to fill the trucking industry's shortage of drivers. Image April trial date sought in suit against Paramount, Warner Bros. A coalition of state attorneys general led by California's Rob Bonta has requested an April 2027 trial date to block the Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance merger on antitrust grounds. Image New Mexico environment officials propose another delay on heat safety protections for workers New Mexico's Environment Department seeks to delay heat protection rules for workers until early 2027, citing disagreement among labor groups, employers and industry representatives. Image Commercial speech lawsuit to proceed against major Kansas pet food company A federal appeals court revived a false advertising lawsuit against Hill's Pet Nutrition in Topeka, allowing claims that the company spread misleading information about grain-free pet food to proceed. Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Oven-Baked Potato Pancakes These potato pancakes are easily baked in the oven and offer a healthier version of a traditional Hanukkah recipe. Image Cooking at Home - Pumpkin Cheese Pie A great option for cheesecake lovers. Less fat and saturated fat than a standard cheesecake but all of the flavor. 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Image Utah may be home to a nuclear innovation campus, Department of Energy announced Utah advances to the final round of competition to host a federal nuclear lifecycle innovation campus that would handle fuel fabrication, enrichment, and radioactive waste management. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces emergency public fish salvage at Daigre Reservoir Extreme drought forcing Walsenburg and La Veta to drain Daigre Reservoir for municipal water has prompted Colorado Parks and Wildlife to open an emergency public fish salvage at the Huerfano County site. Image Home Country - Becoming a Chicken Ranger Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers free August state park entry for military members Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers free state park admission throughout August 2026 to active-duty military, veterans, and National Guard members with proper identification. Image Colorado big game hunting leftover licenses go on sale August 4, 2026 Colorado Parks and Wildlife releases leftover big game hunting licenses August 4, offering deer, elk, pronghorn and bear tags to hunters who didn't draw in the primary lottery. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Curious Kids: How hot does it get in the desert? When you think of a desert, you probably imagine giant waves of sand dunes beneath a blazing Sun. Image Curious Kids: Why are our fingers different lengths? The middle finger is usually the longest. It acts as the hand’s central axis, helping to balance and guide movements. Its length also allows it to work with the other fingers to grip objects securely. Image Curious Kids: Can you make a black hole in a laboratory? A black hole is an object so massive and dense that even light cannot escape its gravity. Image Curious Kids: Why do baseball players put a black mark under their eyes? 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Image Nevada faces ‘unrealistic reductions’ in ‘fundamentally flawed’ Colorado River plan, officials say The federal government released a 10-year Colorado River management plan that cuts Nevada's water allocation while sparing Upper Basin states from mandatory reductions, drawing criticism from state leaders.
Image Top articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Image Feds to impose new cuts on lower Colorado River states amid climate-fueled megadrought The federal government finalized a decade-long water management plan for the Colorado River Basin after seven Western states failed to reach their own agreement on handling severe drought-driven shortages.
Image Exceptional drought expands as record heat continues across Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.
Image Town of Hartman declared abandoned State officials Wednesday declared a small town in southeast Colorado abandoned after years of turmoil among its residents and local government leaders.
Image Feds sue Colorado over college aid for illegal immigrants The U.S. Department of Justice sued Colorado on Thursday, claiming the state's in-state tuition and scholarship programs for undocumented immigrants violate federal immigration law.
Image Trump administration rules out mass ICE enforcement at the polls in midterms The Department of Homeland Security says Immigration and Customs Enforcement has no plans to conduct aggressive operations at polling sites during the midterm elections, though officials left open the possibility of changes based on intelligence.
Image 3 dead, 2 injured in Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting Three people are dead and two injured after a shooting Saturday at a Twin Falls, Idaho In-N-Out, with the suspected shooter also dead at the scene.
Image Top audio articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Image April trial date sought in suit against Paramount, Warner Bros. A coalition of state attorneys general led by California's Rob Bonta has requested an April 2027 trial date to block the Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance merger on antitrust grounds.
Image Abortion access may not mobilize voters unless they hear more about threats to it, poll suggests Abortion remains a top concern for Arizona voters, but many doubt restrictions will actually happen compared to other threats like Medicaid cuts and tax increases.
Image US Senate panel advances bill to reject Education Department transfers A bipartisan Senate committee voted to block the Trump administration's plan to transfer special education and other core programs out of the U.S. Department of Education.
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - July 31, 2026 Over 40,000 Moroccan migrants pour into the Spanish territory of Ceuta; North Carolina corrections officers get big raise, but some say it's not enough; California-based trans org sees an erosion of support, spurred by federal shift under Trump; Eastern Kentucky program aims to boost regional healthcare workforce.
Image Online prediction markets rile up state lawmakers State lawmakers publicly scolded online prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket this week for operating sports betting services that skirt state gambling regulations and consumer protections.
Image Funeral Services - Karla Jean Buck Karla Jean Buck, a longtime Kiowa County resident, passed away July 28 at age 79, with graveside services scheduled for Tuesday at Eads Cemetery.
Image Death Notice - Karla Jean Buck Karla Jean Buck, a longtime Kiowa County resident, died unexpectedly at her home on July 29 at age 79.
Image Birthdays and Anniversaries August 3-9, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County.
Image Pages from the Past - From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press - August 2, 2026 From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.
Image Southeast Colorado School Calendars – August 3–31, 2026 Events in southeast Colorado for {publish_month].
Image Top articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Image Top audio articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado School Sports Calendars – August 3–31, 2026 Events in southeast Colorado for {publish_month].
Image Southeast Colorado School Calendars – August 3–31, 2026 Events in southeast Colorado for {publish_month].
Image Top articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Image Top audio articles for the week ending August 1, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Image Cheyenne Wells to hit 102 Monday as fire danger rises across Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells will reach 102 degrees Monday as fire danger climbs across the county due to low humidity and gusty winds.
Image USDA Update - July 29, 2029 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Heavy rain possible Wednesday night as storms continue in Cheyenne County Cheyenne County faces another round of thunderstorms Wednesday night capable of heavy rainfall before drier weather moves in Thursday.
Image Cheyenne Wells hits 103 Monday before storms bring midweek relief to Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells reaches 103 degrees Monday before thunderstorms and cooler air arrive Tuesday and Wednesday.
Image Commentary - Rare bipartisan housing bill just became law — but Americans will still struggle with affordability Congress passed the ROAD to Housing Act in July, the first major housing bill in decades, though experts say its regulatory reforms will only marginally ease the nation's affordability crisis.
Image States expand fight against organized retail crime, gift card fraud States are cracking down on organized retail crime with new laws targeting cargo theft, gift card fraud and other sophisticated schemes that have evolved beyond traditional shoplifting.
Image Wyoming libraries offer affordability crisis hacks Wyoming libraries offer free streaming services, computers, tools and tutoring to help residents stretch tight budgets.
Image Expert offers tips for Utah families looking to save this summer An economist shares strategies Utah families can use to trim vacation and grocery expenses as summer travel and food costs hit record highs.
Image Trump administration rules out mass ICE enforcement at the polls in midterms The Department of Homeland Security says Immigration and Customs Enforcement has no plans to conduct aggressive operations at polling sites during the midterm elections, though officials left open the possibility of changes based on intelligence.
Image New Mexico Secretary of State agrees to turn over voter death error records following lawsuit New Mexico agreed to release records showing how the state handles voters mistakenly marked as deceased in its election system following a lawsuit from a national foundation.
Image Kansas county's mail ballots printed with wrong address, returned to voters after they sent them in Wyandotte County election officials sent mail-in ballots with an incorrect return address, causing some completed ballots to be mailed back to voters instead of the election office.
Image New threats loom for Arizona's Indigenous voters Arizona's Indigenous voters face mounting obstacles to casting ballots, from vast distances to polling places to lack of physical addresses on tribal lands.
Image Colorado and Congress consider taxing rich for basic needs Congress and Colorado lawmakers consider taxing billionaires and the wealthy to fund schools, healthcare and childcare as economic inequality widens.
Image Idaho reports three heat-related deaths amid hot, smoky weather Three Idahoans over 55 died from heat-related illness last week as temperatures soared above 90 degrees across the state.
Image New Mexico environment officials propose another delay on heat safety protections for workers New Mexico's Environment Department seeks to delay heat protection rules for workers until early 2027, citing disagreement among labor groups, employers and industry representatives.
Image Nebraska doctor offers checklist for a healthy new school year A Nebraska doctor urges parents to use back-to-school checkups to address learning, mental health, sleep and nutrition concerns before students return to class.
Image “Evil Dead Burn” and “The Invite” Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Evil Dead Burn” and “The Invite.”
Image Movie Review - Moana Critic Bob Garver takes a look at Disney’s "Moana.” Is he enchanted by the live-action remake?
Image “Minions & Monsters” Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Minions and Monsters.” Is it a hit, or does he find it despicable?
Image 86 Nebraska counties facing drought approved for USDA emergency loan assistance The USDA has approved drought disaster declarations for 86 of Nebraska's 93 counties, freeing up loan assistance for farmers struggling with severe dry conditions across most of the state.
Image Exceptional drought expands as record heat continues across Colorado Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.
Image USDA Update - July 29, 2029 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image North Dakota residents contest mega dairy water deal North Dakota residents are challenging state regulators' approval of a 12,000-cow dairy expansion that opponents say will drain an already stressed aquifer serving thousands of people.
Image New Mexico Secretary of State agrees to turn over voter death error records following lawsuit New Mexico agreed to release records showing how the state handles voters mistakenly marked as deceased in its election system following a lawsuit from a national foundation.
Image Colorado and Congress consider taxing rich for basic needs Congress and Colorado lawmakers consider taxing billionaires and the wealthy to fund schools, healthcare and childcare as economic inequality widens.
Image Kansas county's mail ballots printed with wrong address, returned to voters after they sent them in Wyandotte County election officials sent mail-in ballots with an incorrect return address, causing some completed ballots to be mailed back to voters instead of the election office.
Image Governor Polis appoints Rachel A. Catt to 2nd Judicial District Court Governor Polis appoints Rachel A. Catt, a magistrate since 2022, to fill a vacancy on the 2nd Judicial District Court bench effective August 1.
Image 3 dead, 2 injured in Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting Three people are dead and two injured after a shooting Saturday at a Twin Falls, Idaho In-N-Out, with the suspected shooter also dead at the scene.
Image Kansas lawsuit challenges Wichita law enforcement’s reliance on license plate reader cameras A Wichita machinist is suing the city over its use of nearly 200 license plate cameras that track vehicle movements without warrants, arguing the surveillance violates Kansas constitutional protections.
Image CBI investigating homicide in Trinidad The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal shooting in Trinidad that left a man dead early July 31 and led to a second-degree murder charge.
Image April trial date sought in suit against Paramount, Warner Bros. A coalition of state attorneys general led by California's Rob Bonta has requested an April 2027 trial date to block the Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance merger on antitrust grounds.
Image New Mexico environment officials propose another delay on heat safety protections for workers New Mexico's Environment Department seeks to delay heat protection rules for workers until early 2027, citing disagreement among labor groups, employers and industry representatives.
Image Fierce floods or wild waves? How San Diego is preparing for a winter of extreme weather under El Niño. San Diego prepares for potential winter flooding as a strong El Niño pattern develops, though aging stormwater systems and century-old dams complicate the city's readiness.
Image Feds to impose new cuts on lower Colorado River states amid climate-fueled megadrought The federal government finalized a decade-long water management plan for the Colorado River Basin after seven Western states failed to reach their own agreement on handling severe drought-driven shortages.
Image EarthTalk – When will sea levels start rising? Global sea levels have risen about eight to nine inches since 1880, with the rate accelerating due to warming oceans and melting ice sheets linked to climate change.
Image Trump looks to veterans to fill trucking jobs after booting immigrants from industry Trump expands a program allowing veterans with military vehicle experience to quickly obtain commercial driver's licenses, aiming to fill the trucking industry's shortage of drivers.
Image April trial date sought in suit against Paramount, Warner Bros. A coalition of state attorneys general led by California's Rob Bonta has requested an April 2027 trial date to block the Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance merger on antitrust grounds.
Image New Mexico environment officials propose another delay on heat safety protections for workers New Mexico's Environment Department seeks to delay heat protection rules for workers until early 2027, citing disagreement among labor groups, employers and industry representatives.
Image Commercial speech lawsuit to proceed against major Kansas pet food company A federal appeals court revived a false advertising lawsuit against Hill's Pet Nutrition in Topeka, allowing claims that the company spread misleading information about grain-free pet food to proceed.
Image Cooking at Home - Oven-Baked Potato Pancakes These potato pancakes are easily baked in the oven and offer a healthier version of a traditional Hanukkah recipe.
Image Cooking at Home - Pumpkin Cheese Pie A great option for cheesecake lovers. Less fat and saturated fat than a standard cheesecake but all of the flavor.
Image Cooking at Home - Garden Chili This quick and easy one pan dish is full of veggies, spices, and flavor. Get your kids involved by letting them wash the vegetables.
Image Cooking at Home - Hummus Try this quick and easy hummus recipe by itself, with vegetables, crackers, chips, on sandwiches, in wraps and more! The possibilities are endless.
Image Southeast Colorado School Sports Calendars – August 3–31, 2026 Events in southeast Colorado for {publish_month].
Image Nebraska doctor offers checklist for a healthy new school year A Nebraska doctor urges parents to use back-to-school checkups to address learning, mental health, sleep and nutrition concerns before students return to class.
Image US Senate panel advances bill to reject Education Department transfers A bipartisan Senate committee voted to block the Trump administration's plan to transfer special education and other core programs out of the U.S. Department of Education.
Image Utah may be home to a nuclear innovation campus, Department of Energy announced Utah advances to the final round of competition to host a federal nuclear lifecycle innovation campus that would handle fuel fabrication, enrichment, and radioactive waste management.
Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces emergency public fish salvage at Daigre Reservoir Extreme drought forcing Walsenburg and La Veta to drain Daigre Reservoir for municipal water has prompted Colorado Parks and Wildlife to open an emergency public fish salvage at the Huerfano County site.
Image Home Country - Becoming a Chicken Ranger Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers free August state park entry for military members Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers free state park admission throughout August 2026 to active-duty military, veterans, and National Guard members with proper identification.
Image Colorado big game hunting leftover licenses go on sale August 4, 2026 Colorado Parks and Wildlife releases leftover big game hunting licenses August 4, offering deer, elk, pronghorn and bear tags to hunters who didn't draw in the primary lottery.
Image Curious Kids: How hot does it get in the desert? When you think of a desert, you probably imagine giant waves of sand dunes beneath a blazing Sun.
Image Curious Kids: Why are our fingers different lengths? The middle finger is usually the longest. It acts as the hand’s central axis, helping to balance and guide movements. Its length also allows it to work with the other fingers to grip objects securely.
Image Curious Kids: Can you make a black hole in a laboratory? A black hole is an object so massive and dense that even light cannot escape its gravity.
Image Curious Kids: Why do baseball players put a black mark under their eyes? For baseball players, seeing the ball clearly can be the difference between making a game-winning catch and watching the winning run score.
