The Climbing Popularity of ‘Uphill Skiing’ In The Mountain West
An industry trade group says uphill skiing is one of the fastest growing snow sports in the country, especially in the Mountain West.
Outdoor Recreation Economy Is Booming In The Mountain West, Analysis Finds
A new analysis from the Bozeman-based non-profit Headwaters Economics shows that the outdoor recreation industry is growing more than twice as fast as the overall economy, and the industry has […]
Burning Questions: Researchers To Ignite A Utah Forest To Study Fire And Smoke
In the next few weeks, the U.S.
Drinking Water Database Calls Attention To Contaminants
The Environmental Working Group on Wednesday updated its Tap Water Database, which aggregates data from nearly 50,000 water utilities across the country to spotlight dangerous levels of contamination In Colorado, […]
Youth Suicide Rates Soar Across Mountain West
A new report shows youth suicide rates have spiked alarmingly in recent years, especially in the Mountain West.
Near Durango, A Highway Will Bulldoze Indigenous History
Rapid population growth in the Mountain West means new infrastructure.
Wrapping A Home Like A Baked Potato Can Save It From Wildfire, Study Finds
A new study suggests huge fire blankets can help protect homes during wildfires.
Supreme Court’s DACA Decision Looms Large For Children Of Dreamers In The Mountain West
The U.S. Supreme Court will soon decide the fate of the DACA program.
Extinction Rebellion’s Climate Protests Pop Up In The Mountain West
A radical environmental movement that originated in the UK is now going international, with several chapters in the Mountain West. Extinction Rebellion, a self-described non-violent group that advocates for climate […]
Update: Decker Fire Reaches 6,482 Acres, 14% Containment
Updated 2:13 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019 The Decker Fire burning near Salida is nearing 6500 acres, but now has 14 percent of the perimeter contained.
Lawsuit Filed Over New BLM Grazing Initiative
As the Bureau of Land Management pilots a new livestock grazing initiative on public lands in six Western states, a conservation group is suing to get the agency to release […]
How Wildfires And Other Climate-Related Events Drive Up Health Care Costs
We know the climate crisis affects public health. But what do those health impacts cost us?
BLM’s Grand Junction Headquarters To Be Shared With Chevron
The Bureau of Land Management has leased office space for its new headquarters in Grand Junction, Colorado, and one public lands watchdog isn’t pleased with who the agency’s leadership will […]
Colorado Art Exhibit Stresses Connection Between Energy Industry And Violence Against Native Women
As thousands in Denver strike for climate action this week, they may notice conspicuous red and black dresses hanging up along a couple city blocks, intended to call strikers’ attention […]
Why These Colorado Kids Are Striking For Climate Action
For the second time this year, kids around the world are striking from school to demand action around climate change.
Colorado Is First State Prepared To Fight Fires From The Air At Night
Our region is leading the way on training helicopter pilots to fight fires at night. There are costs and hazards involved but the move could also help firefighters get the […]
