Colorado voters have until 7 p.m. today to cast ballots in the 2026 primary election featuring competitive races for U.S. Senate, governor, and other statewide offices.

Colorado Democrats are returning primary ballots at their highest rate in years, with competitive races for governor, Senate, and Congress driving early turnout well ahead of 2024 levels.

Eastern Colorado endured 15 tornadoes, 4-inch hail and 113 mph winds last week, but dangerous heat and fire conditions replace the storms ahead.

Three wildland firefighters died Saturday battling the Snyder Mesa Fire in Mesa County, prompting Governor Polis to declare a disaster emergency.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, June 28, 2026.

Tornado warnings swept Kiowa County Friday night as severe storms gave way to critical fire weather Saturday across the eastern Colorado plains.

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld states' authority to count mail-in ballots arriving after Election Day if postmarked on time, allowing California and about 30 other states to continue their grace period practices.

The Supreme Court rules mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day are valid, and seems set to decide on a transgender athlete cases and ICE pressures a New York woman over a social media post – adding to privacy and free speech concerns.

Presidential powers and corporate abuses predicted after SCOTUS move; New Mexico awaits SCOTUS decision on transgender sports participation; the high court also rules mail-in ballots arriving after Election Day can be counted; Missouri farm leader says the 'Agriculture system is failing.’

As the death toll tops 1,450 in Venezuela, some live rescues have been reported; BioLab disaster fuels fight for chemical safety in Georgia; DACA holders in legal limbo as renewal applications are delayed; During Pride month, a blow to California schools’ ban on forced outing.

Federal immigration officials tightened requirements for domestic violence survivors seeking legal status under a 1994 law, making it harder for abused spouses to prove their marriages were genuine.

Some House Republicans say they’re frustrated a major housing bill is being blocked to pass the SAVE America Act. DACA recipients are in legal limbo and Michigan election officials celebrate recent court rulings.

A heat dome will send extreme heat to as many as 18 states this week; 3 firefighters are killed in wildfires on the Colorado-Utah border; Intense scrutiny of poll workers could impact numbers in Mississippi; Rideshare companies use AI to tap Colorado riders and drivers; North Carolinians drop Obamacare in record numbers as the cost soars.

The federal government is canceling 53 teen pregnancy prevention grants worth $68 million across more than two dozen states, citing misalignment with agency priorities.

Life in Eads and Kiowa County, Colorado, as observed by Doris Lessenden.

Eastern Colorado endured 15 tornadoes, 4-inch hail and 113 mph winds last week, but dangerous heat and fire conditions replace the storms ahead.

Eads and Kiowa County face dangerously hot, dry and windy weather through Friday with elevated fire danger across the region.

From the 139-year history of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado.

Tornado warnings swept Kiowa County Friday night as severe storms gave way to critical fire weather Saturday across the eastern Colorado plains.

Eastern Colorado faces its most dangerous severe weather day Tuesday with supercell thunderstorms expected to produce very large hail, damaging winds and possible tornadoes along and east of Interstate 25.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, June 28, 2026.

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Mid-90s heat and gusty winds dominate the forecast for Cheyenne County through Wednesday, with isolated storms possible later in the week.

Eastern Colorado endured 15 tornadoes, 4-inch hail and 113 mph winds last week, but dangerous heat and fire conditions replace the storms ahead.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending Sunday, June 28, 2026.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending Sunday, June 28, 2026.

Tornado warnings swept Kiowa County Friday night as severe storms gave way to critical fire weather Saturday across the eastern Colorado plains.

Forecasters upgraded the severe weather threat for Friday evening across southeast Colorado, placing Eads, Cheyenne Wells and Lamar in a slight risk for large hail and damaging winds.

Isolated strong storms possible Friday on the eastern plains before hot, dry, and windy conditions return this weekend with critical fire weather expected.

Thunderstorms possible Friday night in Cheyenne Wells before weekend heat climbs toward 100 degrees with elevated fire danger.

Western states led economic growth in the first quarter while agricultural regions like South Dakota contracted, new federal data shows.

Federal data contradicts ranchers' claims that endangered Mexican gray wolves are devastating livestock herds across New Mexico and Arizona.

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.

Wyoming's child well-being declined between 2019 and 2024, driven by poor school performance and rising housing costs that strain families.

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld states' authority to count mail-in ballots arriving after Election Day if postmarked on time, allowing California and about 30 other states to continue their grace period practices.

Colorado's Supreme Court blocked Democratic ballot measures that would have redrawn congressional maps to favor the party, citing violations of the state constitution's single-subject requirement.

Two Democrats compete in Tuesday's primary to challenge Republican Jeff Crank for Colorado's 5th Congressional District seat, a GOP stronghold since its creation.

Colorado voters have until 7 p.m. today to cast ballots in the 2026 primary election featuring competitive races for U.S. Senate, governor, and other statewide offices.

New Mexico's attorney general opens a formal investigation into DEA allegations that federal agents allowed large fentanyl shipments to reach the state instead of seizing them.

To figure out what’s going on with ranch dressing, you need to understand what the different states of matter are.

An Okmulgee man's push to revive childhood fireworks traditions led Oklahoma to legalize year-round retail sales and bottle rockets for the first time since 1981.

Polyester clothing sheds microplastics that accumulate in human bodies through air, water, and food, though scientists still lack standardized methods to measure the full health impact.

North Dakota farmers say Congress should allow year-round E15 sales to boost ethanol demand and help stabilize agricultural markets facing low commodity prices.

Soilless farming methods like hydroponics use far less water and land than traditional agriculture, though high startup costs and energy demands present significant challenges to widespread adoption.

Congressional Democrats demand the Trump administration boost resources and transparency as the U.S. battles its first screwworm outbreak since 1966, now confirmed in Texas and New Mexico.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that federal pesticide law prevents states from requiring cancer warnings on Roundup labels, overturning a $1.25 million verdict against Monsanto.

A federal court ordered the Trump administration to restore nearly 60 national park signs removed from Grand Teton and other parks by July 4, ruling the removals constituted censorship of American history.

Colorado voters have until 7 p.m. today to cast ballots in the 2026 primary election featuring competitive races for U.S. Senate, governor, and other statewide offices.

Colorado's Supreme Court blocked Democratic ballot measures that would have redrawn congressional maps to favor the party, citing violations of the state constitution's single-subject requirement.

Lundeen, who served in the legislature since 2015, resigned June 9 to take a job with a national conservative nonprofit group.

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld states' authority to count mail-in ballots arriving after Election Day if postmarked on time, allowing California and about 30 other states to continue their grace period practices.

Colorado's Supreme Court blocked Democratic ballot measures that would have redrawn congressional maps to favor the party, citing violations of the state constitution's single-subject requirement.

New Mexico's attorney general opens a formal investigation into DEA allegations that federal agents allowed large fentanyl shipments to reach the state instead of seizing them.

Federal immigration officials tightened requirements for domestic violence survivors seeking legal status under a 1994 law, making it harder for abused spouses to prove their marriages were genuine.

Triple-digit heat and gusty winds will grip Lamar and Prowers County through Friday, creating dangerous fire conditions across the region.

Mid-90s heat and gusty winds dominate the forecast for Cheyenne County through Wednesday, with isolated storms possible later in the week.

Eads and Kiowa County face dangerously hot, dry and windy weather through Friday with elevated fire danger across the region.

Eastern Colorado endured 15 tornadoes, 4-inch hail and 113 mph winds last week, but dangerous heat and fire conditions replace the storms ahead.

Uber and Lyft use artificial intelligence algorithms to charge different prices for identical rides, with fares varying by an average of 50 percent, according to a Consumer Reports investigation.

Arkansas could lose up to $70 million annually starting in 2028 due to SNAP payment errors and new federal administrative fee requirements.

The federal government is canceling 53 teen pregnancy prevention grants worth $68 million across more than two dozen states, citing misalignment with agency priorities.

A California bill to fast-track housing construction lost its $28 minimum wage requirement after a powerful trades union coalition opposed it, fearing damage to prevailing wage standards.

Uber and Lyft use artificial intelligence algorithms to charge different prices for identical rides, with fares varying by an average of 50 percent, according to a Consumer Reports investigation.

College tuition has tripled since 1980, leaving more than half of today's undergraduates burdened with student loan debt that now totals nearly 1.8 trillion dollars nationwide.

Before hormones were discovered in 1849 and DNA was discovered in 1869, people thought about gender – and therefore being transgender – pretty differently.

Nearly half of farmers use AI tools like ChatGPT weekly, but only a quarter trust the technology's farming recommendations, a new survey finds.

A federal court ordered the Trump administration to restore nearly 60 national park signs removed from Grand Teton and other parks by July 4, ruling the removals constituted censorship of American history.

Rural life and humor, with characters from the mind of Slim Randles.

Two adults rescued from a capsized boat at John Martin Reservoir in Bent County credited their life jackets with saving their lives.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife opens three state reservoirs to emergency fish salvage as drought and municipal water demands force drawdowns across the state.

Before hormones were discovered in 1849 and DNA was discovered in 1869, people thought about gender – and therefore being transgender – pretty differently.

The part of the brain that helps control emotions and actions doesn’t finish developing until your mid-20s.

When someone passes away, their assets and debts become what’s known as an estate.

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.