Rivers across southwest Colorado broke records again Sunday night as a second atmospheric river hit, and the National Weather Service warned of historic flooding in five Colorado counties and one in Utah.

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday on whether Colorado's universal preschool program can bar two Catholic preschools from excluding LGBTQ+ children and parents while receiving public funding.

A magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck near Weston in southern Las Animas County early Sunday, November 1, causing no damage or injuries, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 31, 2026.

Governor Jared Polis asked the federal government for a fast-tracked Major Disaster Declaration after October storms caused nearly $27 million in damage in Archuleta and Rio Grande counties.

The National Weather Service warns southwest Colorado of another flood beginning Sunday, November 1, with 2 to 4 inches of rain on saturated soils before heavy snow follows.

A devastating Learjet crash in Florida kills all nine people aboard, Iowa's religious leaders aim to heal political divisions, and Nebraska data centers are under fire on Election Day eve.

Research shows the economy is top of mind for midterm voters in Arkansas, the economy and immigration raids could sway undecided Catholic voters, and a group spurs low-income, infrequent Maryland voters to the polls.

Pennsylvania's measles outbreak has reached 1,286 cases and six deaths, far more than South Carolina's 997 cases with no deaths, as experts point to age and health risks.

A Hopelab study found high school students want a voice in school cellphone bans, saying they feel unprotected without phones during emergencies and lack clear active shooter plans.

With Election Day November 3, Oregon advocates and recent polling say rising medical costs and healthcare coverage losses, including nearly 600,000 Oregonians at risk, will shape voters' decisions.

A federal judge tosses the Justice Department’s lawsuit blocking certification of Alaska Senate race, Michigan Representative Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers over Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, and parents and teachers worry about the impact of education cuts.

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending October 31, 2026.

Election officials in Colorado and across the nation say decentralized state and local systems will withstand federal pressure as the White House escalates attacks on state-run midterm elections.

Kiowa County Hospital District Board received updates on staffing gaps, a SAMHSA grant award, a new clinic and ambulance barn, and a preliminary budget at its September 22 meeting.

The National Weather Service in Pueblo warns Eads and Kiowa County residents of strong north winds with gusts up to 50 mph and a 70 percent chance of showers Monday.

Southeast Colorado high school football scores for October 26-31, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for October 26-31, 2026

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

Pearls of faith from Pastor Richard Zabriskie.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 31, 2026.

Photo of the week from the October 30, 2026, edition of the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado - Sunrise in Kiowa County - Chris Sorensen.

The National Weather Service in Goodland, Kan., warns Cheyenne Wells and Cheyenne County could see gusts of 50 to 60 mph from Monday afternoon into Tuesday morning, with a 50 percent chance.

Southeast Colorado high school volleyball scores for October 26-31, 2026

Southeast Colorado high school football scores for October 26-31, 2026

Listen to top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press for the week ending October 31, 2026.

Top articles from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending October 31, 2026.

Dense fog and a windy, wet Monday are forecast for Cheyenne County, with the National Weather Service in Goodland, Kan., warning drivers to use caution through the weekend.

Kit Carson School calendar for November 2-15, 2026

Cheyenne Wells School calendar for November 2-15, 2026

Former State Representative Josh Svaty says shrinking rural Kansas populations have broken the property tax model that funds local government, leaving towns unable to pay for basic services.

Rising healthcare, gas and grocery costs are putting Republicans on defense in midterm races, and a new Urban Institute analysis finds 49 percent of families cannot afford basic living costs.

Single-family home completions fell to their lowest pace since May 2020 as rising mortgage rates, material costs and labor shortages squeeze builders, while Midwest and West apartment construction surged.

South Dakota Social Security recipients will receive a 3.6 percent cost-of-living increase in 2027, averaging $75 more a month, though AARP says it may not keep pace with rising prices.

Former Colorado Commission on Judicial Discipline director Christopher Gregory asks state investigators to probe all 122 judges on the ballot, alleging they concealed misconduct and misled voters before Tuesday's retention vote.

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold is sending election support to Archuleta and La Plata counties, where flooding closed a Pagosa Springs voting center and drop box and opened new voting sites.

With Election Day November 3, Oregon advocates and recent polling say rising medical costs and healthcare coverage losses, including nearly 600,000 Oregonians at risk, will shape voters' decisions.

At least eight states changed or advanced voting rules for people with felony convictions this year, and Virginia voters will decide Tuesday whether to automatically restore those rights upon release from incarceration.

Firefighters, in particular, face a “significantly elevated risk” of developing colorectal, prostate, testicular, bladder, thyroid and pleural cancers

A Hall County District judge on Friday upheld the 24 convictions and nearly $4,000 fine against former York notary Jacy Todd over improper notarizations of 2024 medical cannabis petitions.

Pennsylvania's measles outbreak has reached 1,286 cases and six deaths, far more than South Carolina's 997 cases with no deaths, as experts point to age and health risks.

Colorado officials confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in a Weld County dairy's bulk tank milk on October 23, placing the herd under state quarantine and changing Colorado's federal status to Affected.

Colorado officials confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in a Weld County dairy's bulk tank milk on October 23, placing the herd under state quarantine and changing Colorado's federal status to Affected.

Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected in a Sac County commercial turkey flock of about 44,400 birds, prompting Governor Kim Reynolds to issue a disaster proclamation for the county.

Bird flu has spread to 27 Washington dairy farms in three weeks, and State Veterinarian Amber Itle says the risk to humans remains very low while testing continues weekly.

Late-season storms delivered a half-inch to an inch and a half of moisture across central Colorado over the past week.

Former Colorado Commission on Judicial Discipline director Christopher Gregory asks state investigators to probe all 122 judges on the ballot, alleging they concealed misconduct and misled voters before Tuesday's retention vote.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has made an appointment in the 17th Judicial District.

Firefighters, in particular, face a “significantly elevated risk” of developing colorectal, prostate, testicular, bladder, thyroid and pleural cancers

Nebraska's Economic Forecasting Advisory Board lowered revenue projections by about $355 million for the 2028 and 2029 biennium, deepening the deficit to roughly $1.2 billion for lawmakers to close.

Former Colorado Commission on Judicial Discipline director Christopher Gregory asks state investigators to probe all 122 judges on the ballot, alleging they concealed misconduct and misled voters before Tuesday's retention vote.

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday on whether Colorado's universal preschool program can bar two Catholic preschools from excluding LGBTQ+ children and parents while receiving public funding.

At least eight states changed or advanced voting rules for people with felony convictions this year, and Virginia voters will decide Tuesday whether to automatically restore those rights upon release from incarceration.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sued AI image company A2E, alleging its platform lets users nudify Floridians, including children, and generate sexually explicit images of minors.

The National Weather Service in Pueblo warns Eads and Kiowa County residents of strong north winds with gusts up to 50 mph and a 70 percent chance of showers Monday.

The National Weather Service in Goodland, Kan., warns Cheyenne Wells and Cheyenne County could see gusts of 50 to 60 mph from Monday afternoon into Tuesday morning, with a 50 percent chance.

The National Weather Service in Pueblo warns Lamar and Prowers County residents of Monday showers, a 70 percent chance of rain and north winds gusting to 45 mph.

Governor Jared Polis asked the federal government for a fast-tracked Major Disaster Declaration after October storms caused nearly $27 million in damage in Archuleta and Rio Grande counties.

Nebraska's Economic Forecasting Advisory Board lowered revenue projections by about $355 million for the 2028 and 2029 biennium, deepening the deficit to roughly $1.2 billion for lawmakers to close.

The Iowa Board of Pharmacy fined Walgreens stores in Burlington and Fort Madison $1,000 each after both closed temporarily in late 2025 without notifying customers or staff.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sued AI image company A2E, alleging its platform lets users nudify Floridians, including children, and generate sexually explicit images of minors.

Governor Jared Polis said the U.S. Small Business Administration approved low-interest disaster loans for businesses, nonprofits, homeowners and renters in Colorado counties hit by the Elk, Willow and Gold Mountain fires.

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday on whether Colorado's universal preschool program can bar two Catholic preschools from excluding LGBTQ+ children and parents while receiving public funding.

A Hopelab study found high school students want a voice in school cellphone bans, saying they feel unprotected without phones during emergencies and lack clear active shooter plans.

Twyla Baker, president of Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College on the Fort Berthold Reservation, says a $70 million gift from Yield Giving will fund scholarships and campus needs at tribal colleges.

The American Legislative Exchange Council reports that families in 16 states could face state taxes and penalties for using 529 education savings plans for expenses federal law approves.

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

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

Colorado Parks and Wildlife will hold a lottery from November 1 to 15 for 250 permits to cut Christmas trees at Golden Gate Canyon State Park on December 5.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges waterfowl hunters to take precautions along the Arkansas River after a August 26-27 Pueblo sewage spill of about 4.2 million gallons left water possibly unsafe.

Imagine losing an arm and simply growing a new one. This amazing ability of regeneration isn’t just something from a superhero movie – it actually happens in real life for some animals.

Republicans are betting that claims of rampant voter fraud will motivate supporters before the 2026 midterms, but a Nevada researcher warns the strategy could suppress turnout and backfire.

In the immediate aftermath of the American Revolution, the economy was in shambles, 25,000 Americans had died, and chaos erupted.

Sleep is not one single thing; you go through several stages of sleep every night.