Top News Image Federal measure could undermine rideshare safety laws, Colorado legislators say Colorado state Representative Jenny Willford and nearly 300 lawmakers nationwide are pushing Congress to remove an amendment from a federal transportation bill that would shield ride-hailing companies from liability in sexual assault cases. Image Efforts to understand drugged driving in Colorado stall under Trump A Colorado highway worker's death in a drugged-driving crash highlights gaps in federal tracking of impaired-driving fatalities as the Trump administration cuts resources for the effort. Image Top articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 13, 2026. Image Commentary - Colorado's most important election may be the one you're skipping Colorado's primary elections in June shape November's choices more than many voters realize, especially unaffiliated voters who can participate in either party's primary without joining it. Image Colorado firearm association plans lawsuit over new gun store law The Colorado State Shooting Association plans to sue over a new law requiring firearm dealers to keep detailed purchase records, arguing it violates Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches. Image Three Democratic Colorado attorney general candidates contrast themselves with Jena Griswold Three Democrats running for Colorado attorney general criticized Secretary of State Jena Griswold for skipping debates and avoiding accountability for her record during a primary campaign forum. National and Global News Image Kennedy Center facade blocked from public view by tarp after Trump’s name removed A federal court ordered Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and crews completed the work Saturday despite the administration's legal challenge. Image Critics cry foul of ‘sportswashing’ at FIFA World Cup Environmental groups and soccer players are pushing FIFA to drop Saudi oil giant Aramco as a World Cup sponsor, saying the company uses sports to mask its role as a major climate polluter. Image Supreme Court agrees to weigh in on case over rights of some in ‘prolonged’ ICE detention The Supreme Court will decide whether immigrants with criminal records can be held indefinitely during deportation proceedings without a bond hearing. Image Surging stock market, Trump policies boost wealth for top 1% The richest 1% of Americans now hold nearly a third of the nation's wealth, the highest share since the Federal Reserve began tracking the data in 1989. Image With Iran peace agreement to be signed Friday, Trump says ships moving in Strait of Hormuz Trump says oil shipments are moving through the Strait of Hormuz following a reported settlement with Iran that still requires formal signing and technical details to be finalized. Image Most mass shooters show warning signs before attacks, study finds A new study of 171 mass public shootings found that perpetrators almost always show warning signs beforehand, but these signals remain scattered across friends, family and institutions, creating missed intervention opportunities. Image Politics: 2026Talks - June 16, 2026 California Governor Newsom says his family’s being investigated by the Justice Department, the U.S. and Iran move towards ending the months-long war, and lawmakers demand answers about an FBI raid on an Ohio voter registration group. Image Daily Audio Newscast - June 16, 2026 B-52 crash leaves 8 crew members dead; Women of color could make history in New Mexico’s 2026 governor's race; LGBTQ+ youth have hope but not for America's future; Hoosiers urged to weigh in on bobcat plan. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image About Town – June 16, 2026 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden. Image USDA Update - June 16, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Kiowa County Driver's License Office Closing for two weeks The Kiowa County Driver's License Office closes June 22 through July 2 for renovations and reopens July 6. Image Healthcare - Cardiology Care Healthcare - Cardiology Care Image Help Wanted - Maintenance Worker Help Wanted - Maintenance Worker Image Top articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 13, 2026. Image Public fish salvage through July 15 at Adobe Creek, Thurston reservoirs before permanent closure Colorado Parks and Wildlife opens Adobe Creek and Thurston reservoirs near Lamar to unrestricted fishing through July 15 before permanently closing public access when the recreational lease ends. Image Heat builds toward triple digits by Wednesday in Kiowa County Temperatures climb to near 101 degrees Wednesday in Kiowa County as gusty winds and dry air raise fire danger across the region. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image USDA Update - June 16, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Suspect held without bond after Cheyenne Wells search warrant yields explosives, firearms and drugs A suspect arrested following a June 5 search warrant in Cheyenne Wells faces charges after authorities discovered explosive devices, firearms and suspected drugs at the residence. Image Cheyenne County warms to near 100 by Wednesday, fire danger climbs Temperatures climb to near 100 by Wednesday in Cheyenne County as low humidity and gusty winds raise fire danger across the region. Image Top audio articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending June 13, 2026. Image Top articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 13, 2026. Image Breezy Saturday in Cheyenne County, then a cooler and cloudy Sunday Northeast winds gust to 35 mph Saturday across Cheyenne County before a cooler, cloudier Sunday arrives with minimal rain chances and no severe weather expected. Image Red flag warning covers Cheyenne County today; windy Thursday and cooler, stormy Sunday A red flag warning covers Cheyenne County on Wednesday afternoon as warm, sunny conditions and gusty winds elevate fire danger before Thursday's strong winds and Sunday's storms arrive. Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Economy Image Inflation spiked to 4.2%, a three-year high, in May Consumer prices climbed 4.2% in May, the highest rate in three years, as energy costs surged due to the Iran war and dimmed hopes for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Image Well-being report: Economic issues remain prevalent in Wyoming Wyoming's child well-being declined between 2019 and 2024, driven by poor school performance and rising housing costs that strain families. Image Mark Hillman's Capitol Review - Which Democrat candidate is better for business? Former Colorado State Senator Mark Hillman explores issues affecting people in Colorado. Image $6 gas and refinery fears collide with California’s climate ambitions California is considering handing oil refineries and other major polluters billions of dollars in free emission allowances. Elections Image Nebraska voters asked to back candidates who support rural interests Rural advocacy groups in Nebraska are pushing voters to support candidates who prioritize family farmers over corporate agricultural operations. Image False electors figure draws reprimand from Florida Supreme Court Florida's Supreme Court reprimanded but did not suspend the law license of Kenneth Chesebro, convicted in Georgia of filing false electors to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. Image Alaska Division of Elections says Petersburg Sullivan is likely ineligible to run for U.S. Senate Alaska election officials moved to disqualify a Petersburg man named Dan J. Sullivan from the U.S. Senate race, citing concerns he shares a name with the Republican incumbent and may confuse voters. Image Kansas State Objections Board strikes No Labels party from ballot, along with Democrat in House race Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab's decision to dissolve the No Labels Kansas political party was upheld Friday by the State Objections Board, blocking two party leaders from the general election ballot. Health & Living Image EarthTalk – Why are advocates excited about agrivoltaics? Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. Image Judge rejects lawsuit challenging New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham’s universal childcare program A New Mexico judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's universal childcare program, ruling the case moot after the Legislature passed supporting legislation. Image TikTok is not complying with social media law restricting minors, Florida says Florida's attorney general sued TikTok Monday for violating the state's 2024 social media ban requiring parental consent for teens and blocking addictive features for younger children. Image Surging stock market, Trump policies boost wealth for top 1% The richest 1% of Americans now hold nearly a third of the nation's wealth, the highest share since the Federal Reserve began tracking the data in 1989. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - Disclosure Day Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? Image Movie Review - Scary Movie Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Scary Movie.” Does it leave him frightened about what’s next? Image Movie Review - Backrooms Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? Image Movie Review - The Mandalorian and Grogu Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image Pseudorabies eradicated from Iowa, state ag department reports Iowa agriculture officials confirmed that pseudorabies detected in a small herd this spring did not spread, allowing the state to maintain its eradicated status for the disease. Image USDA Update - June 16, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image EarthTalk – Why are advocates excited about agrivoltaics? Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. Image Nebraska voters asked to back candidates who support rural interests Rural advocacy groups in Nebraska are pushing voters to support candidates who prioritize family farmers over corporate agricultural operations. Government & Politics Image Federal measure could undermine rideshare safety laws, Colorado legislators say Colorado state Representative Jenny Willford and nearly 300 lawmakers nationwide are pushing Congress to remove an amendment from a federal transportation bill that would shield ride-hailing companies from liability in sexual assault cases. Image Judicial confirmation committee endorses Governor Cox’s 2 Utah Supreme Court picks Utah's Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee endorsed two Supreme Court nominees Monday, advancing them to a full Senate vote despite Democratic concerns about one candidate's residency qualifications. Image Short, shallow recession could supercharge debt ceiling debate The U.S. economy could be on the cusp of a short, shallow recession that could supercharge the debate around the U.S. debt ceiling. Image Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts Nebraska's tax receipts have fallen short of projections for three straight months, leaving the state facing a projected $172 million deficit heading into the 2027 legislative session. Crime, Court & Law Image Kennedy Center facade blocked from public view by tarp after Trump’s name removed A federal court ordered Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and crews completed the work Saturday despite the administration's legal challenge. Image TikTok is not complying with social media law restricting minors, Florida says Florida's attorney general sued TikTok Monday for violating the state's 2024 social media ban requiring parental consent for teens and blocking addictive features for younger children. Image Most mass shooters show warning signs before attacks, study finds A new study of 171 mass public shootings found that perpetrators almost always show warning signs beforehand, but these signals remain scattered across friends, family and institutions, creating missed intervention opportunities. Image Judicial confirmation committee endorses Governor Cox’s 2 Utah Supreme Court picks Utah's Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee endorsed two Supreme Court nominees Monday, advancing them to a full Senate vote despite Democratic concerns about one candidate's residency qualifications. Weather & Climate Image EarthTalk – Why are advocates excited about agrivoltaics? Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles. Image Federal judge rules EPA illegally cut climate justice grants, including $20 million for tribe in Nevada A federal judge ruled the Trump administration illegally terminated a $20 million environmental justice grant that would have improved water, energy, and housing for the Walker River Paiute Tribe in Nevada. Image Critics cry foul of ‘sportswashing’ at FIFA World Cup Environmental groups and soccer players are pushing FIFA to drop Saudi oil giant Aramco as a World Cup sponsor, saying the company uses sports to mask its role as a major climate polluter. Image Heat builds toward triple digits by Wednesday in Kiowa County Temperatures climb to near 101 degrees Wednesday in Kiowa County as gusty winds and dry air raise fire danger across the region. Personal Finance & Business Image Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts Nebraska's tax receipts have fallen short of projections for three straight months, leaving the state facing a projected $172 million deficit heading into the 2027 legislative session. Image Federal measure could undermine rideshare safety laws, Colorado legislators say Colorado state Representative Jenny Willford and nearly 300 lawmakers nationwide are pushing Congress to remove an amendment from a federal transportation bill that would shield ride-hailing companies from liability in sexual assault cases. Image Surging stock market, Trump policies boost wealth for top 1% The richest 1% of Americans now hold nearly a third of the nation's wealth, the highest share since the Federal Reserve began tracking the data in 1989. Image Wyoming's older adults missing out on $58 billion in benefits Nearly 30,000 eligible Wyoming seniors are missing out on federal benefits averaging $900 monthly because they don't know the programs exist or wrongly think they won't qualify. Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Quick and Easy Baked Potato Salad If you love baked potatoes but associate them primarily with the colder winter months, this Baked Potato Salad will fill that void come summer. Image Cooking at Home - Honey Milk Balls Honey milk balls make a great afternoon snack – packed with protein and calcium. They taste like a treat, so be sure to save a few for yourself. Image Cooking at Home - 15-Minute Enchiladas This is quick to make. When you need a main dish right away, try this enchilada recipe. 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. Science, Tech & Education Image TikTok is not complying with social media law restricting minors, Florida says Florida's attorney general sued TikTok Monday for violating the state's 2024 social media ban requiring parental consent for teens and blocking addictive features for younger children. Image Free K-12 school meals could cost North Dakota up to $134 million North Dakota lawmakers estimate a ballot measure to provide free K-12 school meals would cost the state between $124 million and $134 million every two years. Image New rules for 4-day school weeks draw pushback from some rural North Dakota schools North Dakota's education department is tightening rules for four-day school weeks by removing cost savings and facility use from approval criteria, drawing criticism from rural educators who say the change unfairly targets their districts. Image University of Idaho research center celebrates 100 years of agricultural development The University of Idaho's Parma Research and Extension Center celebrated its centennial Friday, marking 100 years of developing agricultural technologies to help local farmers combat pests and improve crop production. Outdoors & Entertainment Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife salvages over 1,000 trout from Antero Reservoir Colorado Parks and Wildlife relocated more than 980 trout from Antero Reservoir in Park County after Denver Water drained it due to drought conditions. Image New Mexico tree deaths tripled in 2025, due to intense drought and bark beetle proliferation Drought and heat tripled bark beetle tree deaths across New Mexico forests in 2025, killing more than 200,000 acres compared to 67,000 acres the previous year. Image Colorado’s ‘elk hunting capital’ open for drilling The federal government is opening 156,000 acres of Colorado public land to oil and gas drilling, including critical elk migration corridors in Moffat County. Image Movie Review - Disclosure Day Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience? The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Curious Kids: What happens to debt when someone dies? When someone passes away, their assets and debts become what’s known as an estate. Image Curious Kids: Why are buttons and zippers on different sides of men’s and women’s clothes? Women’s shirts often have the buttons on the wearer’s left and the buttonholes on the wearer’s right. For men, it’s reversed. Image Blue Origin rocket exploded on launchpad, throwing the future of NASA’s Artemis program into question During an evening test fire on May 28, 2026, a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded, engulfing the launchpad in a massive fireball. Image Commentary - You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy Amazon’s announcement that it would open its logistics network to other companies has major implications for consumers trying to ‘shop small.’ Classifieds & Sponsors Image Help Wanted - Maintenance Worker Help Wanted - Maintenance Worker Image Healthcare - Cardiology Care Healthcare - Cardiology Care Image Community - Town of Eads Weed Mowing Community - Town of Eads Weed Mowing
Image Federal measure could undermine rideshare safety laws, Colorado legislators say Colorado state Representative Jenny Willford and nearly 300 lawmakers nationwide are pushing Congress to remove an amendment from a federal transportation bill that would shield ride-hailing companies from liability in sexual assault cases.
Image Efforts to understand drugged driving in Colorado stall under Trump A Colorado highway worker's death in a drugged-driving crash highlights gaps in federal tracking of impaired-driving fatalities as the Trump administration cuts resources for the effort.
Image Top articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 13, 2026.
Image Commentary - Colorado's most important election may be the one you're skipping Colorado's primary elections in June shape November's choices more than many voters realize, especially unaffiliated voters who can participate in either party's primary without joining it.
Image Colorado firearm association plans lawsuit over new gun store law The Colorado State Shooting Association plans to sue over a new law requiring firearm dealers to keep detailed purchase records, arguing it violates Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches.
Image Three Democratic Colorado attorney general candidates contrast themselves with Jena Griswold Three Democrats running for Colorado attorney general criticized Secretary of State Jena Griswold for skipping debates and avoiding accountability for her record during a primary campaign forum.
Image Kennedy Center facade blocked from public view by tarp after Trump’s name removed A federal court ordered Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and crews completed the work Saturday despite the administration's legal challenge.
Image Critics cry foul of ‘sportswashing’ at FIFA World Cup Environmental groups and soccer players are pushing FIFA to drop Saudi oil giant Aramco as a World Cup sponsor, saying the company uses sports to mask its role as a major climate polluter.
Image Supreme Court agrees to weigh in on case over rights of some in ‘prolonged’ ICE detention The Supreme Court will decide whether immigrants with criminal records can be held indefinitely during deportation proceedings without a bond hearing.
Image Surging stock market, Trump policies boost wealth for top 1% The richest 1% of Americans now hold nearly a third of the nation's wealth, the highest share since the Federal Reserve began tracking the data in 1989.
Image With Iran peace agreement to be signed Friday, Trump says ships moving in Strait of Hormuz Trump says oil shipments are moving through the Strait of Hormuz following a reported settlement with Iran that still requires formal signing and technical details to be finalized.
Image Most mass shooters show warning signs before attacks, study finds A new study of 171 mass public shootings found that perpetrators almost always show warning signs beforehand, but these signals remain scattered across friends, family and institutions, creating missed intervention opportunities.
Image Politics: 2026Talks - June 16, 2026 California Governor Newsom says his family’s being investigated by the Justice Department, the U.S. and Iran move towards ending the months-long war, and lawmakers demand answers about an FBI raid on an Ohio voter registration group.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - June 16, 2026 B-52 crash leaves 8 crew members dead; Women of color could make history in New Mexico’s 2026 governor's race; LGBTQ+ youth have hope but not for America's future; Hoosiers urged to weigh in on bobcat plan.
Image About Town – June 16, 2026 Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.
Image USDA Update - June 16, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Kiowa County Driver's License Office Closing for two weeks The Kiowa County Driver's License Office closes June 22 through July 2 for renovations and reopens July 6.
Image Top articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 13, 2026.
Image Public fish salvage through July 15 at Adobe Creek, Thurston reservoirs before permanent closure Colorado Parks and Wildlife opens Adobe Creek and Thurston reservoirs near Lamar to unrestricted fishing through July 15 before permanently closing public access when the recreational lease ends.
Image Heat builds toward triple digits by Wednesday in Kiowa County Temperatures climb to near 101 degrees Wednesday in Kiowa County as gusty winds and dry air raise fire danger across the region.
Image USDA Update - June 16, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Suspect held without bond after Cheyenne Wells search warrant yields explosives, firearms and drugs A suspect arrested following a June 5 search warrant in Cheyenne Wells faces charges after authorities discovered explosive devices, firearms and suspected drugs at the residence.
Image Cheyenne County warms to near 100 by Wednesday, fire danger climbs Temperatures climb to near 100 by Wednesday in Cheyenne County as low humidity and gusty winds raise fire danger across the region.
Image Top audio articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending June 13, 2026.
Image Top articles for the week ending June 13, 2026 Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending June 13, 2026.
Image Breezy Saturday in Cheyenne County, then a cooler and cloudy Sunday Northeast winds gust to 35 mph Saturday across Cheyenne County before a cooler, cloudier Sunday arrives with minimal rain chances and no severe weather expected.
Image Red flag warning covers Cheyenne County today; windy Thursday and cooler, stormy Sunday A red flag warning covers Cheyenne County on Wednesday afternoon as warm, sunny conditions and gusty winds elevate fire danger before Thursday's strong winds and Sunday's storms arrive.
Image USDA Update - June 9, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Inflation spiked to 4.2%, a three-year high, in May Consumer prices climbed 4.2% in May, the highest rate in three years, as energy costs surged due to the Iran war and dimmed hopes for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.
Image Well-being report: Economic issues remain prevalent in Wyoming Wyoming's child well-being declined between 2019 and 2024, driven by poor school performance and rising housing costs that strain families.
Image Mark Hillman's Capitol Review - Which Democrat candidate is better for business? Former Colorado State Senator Mark Hillman explores issues affecting people in Colorado.
Image $6 gas and refinery fears collide with California’s climate ambitions California is considering handing oil refineries and other major polluters billions of dollars in free emission allowances.
Image Nebraska voters asked to back candidates who support rural interests Rural advocacy groups in Nebraska are pushing voters to support candidates who prioritize family farmers over corporate agricultural operations.
Image False electors figure draws reprimand from Florida Supreme Court Florida's Supreme Court reprimanded but did not suspend the law license of Kenneth Chesebro, convicted in Georgia of filing false electors to overturn the 2020 presidential election results.
Image Alaska Division of Elections says Petersburg Sullivan is likely ineligible to run for U.S. Senate Alaska election officials moved to disqualify a Petersburg man named Dan J. Sullivan from the U.S. Senate race, citing concerns he shares a name with the Republican incumbent and may confuse voters.
Image Kansas State Objections Board strikes No Labels party from ballot, along with Democrat in House race Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab's decision to dissolve the No Labels Kansas political party was upheld Friday by the State Objections Board, blocking two party leaders from the general election ballot.
Image EarthTalk – Why are advocates excited about agrivoltaics? Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Judge rejects lawsuit challenging New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham’s universal childcare program A New Mexico judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's universal childcare program, ruling the case moot after the Legislature passed supporting legislation.
Image TikTok is not complying with social media law restricting minors, Florida says Florida's attorney general sued TikTok Monday for violating the state's 2024 social media ban requiring parental consent for teens and blocking addictive features for younger children.
Image Surging stock market, Trump policies boost wealth for top 1% The richest 1% of Americans now hold nearly a third of the nation's wealth, the highest share since the Federal Reserve began tracking the data in 1989.
Image Movie Review - Disclosure Day Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image Movie Review - Scary Movie Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "Scary Movie.” Does it leave him frightened about what’s next?
Image Movie Review - Backrooms Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image Movie Review - The Mandalorian and Grogu Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image Pseudorabies eradicated from Iowa, state ag department reports Iowa agriculture officials confirmed that pseudorabies detected in a small herd this spring did not spread, allowing the state to maintain its eradicated status for the disease.
Image USDA Update - June 16, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image EarthTalk – Why are advocates excited about agrivoltaics? Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Nebraska voters asked to back candidates who support rural interests Rural advocacy groups in Nebraska are pushing voters to support candidates who prioritize family farmers over corporate agricultural operations.
Image Federal measure could undermine rideshare safety laws, Colorado legislators say Colorado state Representative Jenny Willford and nearly 300 lawmakers nationwide are pushing Congress to remove an amendment from a federal transportation bill that would shield ride-hailing companies from liability in sexual assault cases.
Image Judicial confirmation committee endorses Governor Cox’s 2 Utah Supreme Court picks Utah's Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee endorsed two Supreme Court nominees Monday, advancing them to a full Senate vote despite Democratic concerns about one candidate's residency qualifications.
Image Short, shallow recession could supercharge debt ceiling debate The U.S. economy could be on the cusp of a short, shallow recession that could supercharge the debate around the U.S. debt ceiling.
Image Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts Nebraska's tax receipts have fallen short of projections for three straight months, leaving the state facing a projected $172 million deficit heading into the 2027 legislative session.
Image Kennedy Center facade blocked from public view by tarp after Trump’s name removed A federal court ordered Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and crews completed the work Saturday despite the administration's legal challenge.
Image TikTok is not complying with social media law restricting minors, Florida says Florida's attorney general sued TikTok Monday for violating the state's 2024 social media ban requiring parental consent for teens and blocking addictive features for younger children.
Image Most mass shooters show warning signs before attacks, study finds A new study of 171 mass public shootings found that perpetrators almost always show warning signs beforehand, but these signals remain scattered across friends, family and institutions, creating missed intervention opportunities.
Image Judicial confirmation committee endorses Governor Cox’s 2 Utah Supreme Court picks Utah's Senate Judicial Confirmation Committee endorsed two Supreme Court nominees Monday, advancing them to a full Senate vote despite Democratic concerns about one candidate's residency qualifications.
Image EarthTalk – Why are advocates excited about agrivoltaics? Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.
Image Federal judge rules EPA illegally cut climate justice grants, including $20 million for tribe in Nevada A federal judge ruled the Trump administration illegally terminated a $20 million environmental justice grant that would have improved water, energy, and housing for the Walker River Paiute Tribe in Nevada.
Image Critics cry foul of ‘sportswashing’ at FIFA World Cup Environmental groups and soccer players are pushing FIFA to drop Saudi oil giant Aramco as a World Cup sponsor, saying the company uses sports to mask its role as a major climate polluter.
Image Heat builds toward triple digits by Wednesday in Kiowa County Temperatures climb to near 101 degrees Wednesday in Kiowa County as gusty winds and dry air raise fire danger across the region.
Image Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts Nebraska's tax receipts have fallen short of projections for three straight months, leaving the state facing a projected $172 million deficit heading into the 2027 legislative session.
Image Federal measure could undermine rideshare safety laws, Colorado legislators say Colorado state Representative Jenny Willford and nearly 300 lawmakers nationwide are pushing Congress to remove an amendment from a federal transportation bill that would shield ride-hailing companies from liability in sexual assault cases.
Image Surging stock market, Trump policies boost wealth for top 1% The richest 1% of Americans now hold nearly a third of the nation's wealth, the highest share since the Federal Reserve began tracking the data in 1989.
Image Wyoming's older adults missing out on $58 billion in benefits Nearly 30,000 eligible Wyoming seniors are missing out on federal benefits averaging $900 monthly because they don't know the programs exist or wrongly think they won't qualify.
Image Cooking at Home - Quick and Easy Baked Potato Salad If you love baked potatoes but associate them primarily with the colder winter months, this Baked Potato Salad will fill that void come summer.
Image Cooking at Home - Honey Milk Balls Honey milk balls make a great afternoon snack – packed with protein and calcium. They taste like a treat, so be sure to save a few for yourself.
Image Cooking at Home - 15-Minute Enchiladas This is quick to make. When you need a main dish right away, try this enchilada recipe.
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 TikTok is not complying with social media law restricting minors, Florida says Florida's attorney general sued TikTok Monday for violating the state's 2024 social media ban requiring parental consent for teens and blocking addictive features for younger children.
Image Free K-12 school meals could cost North Dakota up to $134 million North Dakota lawmakers estimate a ballot measure to provide free K-12 school meals would cost the state between $124 million and $134 million every two years.
Image New rules for 4-day school weeks draw pushback from some rural North Dakota schools North Dakota's education department is tightening rules for four-day school weeks by removing cost savings and facility use from approval criteria, drawing criticism from rural educators who say the change unfairly targets their districts.
Image University of Idaho research center celebrates 100 years of agricultural development The University of Idaho's Parma Research and Extension Center celebrated its centennial Friday, marking 100 years of developing agricultural technologies to help local farmers combat pests and improve crop production.
Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife salvages over 1,000 trout from Antero Reservoir Colorado Parks and Wildlife relocated more than 980 trout from Antero Reservoir in Park County after Denver Water drained it due to drought conditions.
Image New Mexico tree deaths tripled in 2025, due to intense drought and bark beetle proliferation Drought and heat tripled bark beetle tree deaths across New Mexico forests in 2025, killing more than 200,000 acres compared to 67,000 acres the previous year.
Image Colorado’s ‘elk hunting capital’ open for drilling The federal government is opening 156,000 acres of Colorado public land to oil and gas drilling, including critical elk migration corridors in Moffat County.
Image Movie Review - Disclosure Day Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?
Image Curious Kids: What happens to debt when someone dies? When someone passes away, their assets and debts become what’s known as an estate.
Image Curious Kids: Why are buttons and zippers on different sides of men’s and women’s clothes? Women’s shirts often have the buttons on the wearer’s left and the buttonholes on the wearer’s right. For men, it’s reversed.
Image Blue Origin rocket exploded on launchpad, throwing the future of NASA’s Artemis program into question During an evening test fire on May 28, 2026, a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded, engulfing the launchpad in a massive fireball.
Image Commentary - You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy Amazon’s announcement that it would open its logistics network to other companies has major implications for consumers trying to ‘shop small.’
