Top News Image Exceptional drought blankets Colorado mountains as heat, failed snowpack drive historic degradation Drought conditions across Colorado worsened again this week, with every corner of the state now classified as abnormally dry or worse. Image Colorado voters sour on both Trump and Democrats, poll finds The Colorado Polling Institute’s results echo other recent surveys of voter attitudes towards the state’s top Democrats. Image Colorado lawmakers set to begin debate on $46.8B budget The Colorado House of Representatives will begin debate today on the annual spending bill, a package of legislation that amounts to a $46.8 billion budget Image Signatures gathered against Colorado gun barrels bill A group that advocates for Colorado gun owners is collecting petition signatures in opposition to a bill that would regulate gun barrels in the state. Image Colorado considers bill allowing access to direct primary medical care The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee is postponing consideration of a bill to allow Medicaid recipients to choose "direct primary" care. Image First Click It or Ticket enforcement period of 2026 begins Monday The Colorado Department of Transportation will support the Colorado State Patrol and 26 local law enforcement agencies for the first seat belt enforcement period of 2026. National and Global News Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 11, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 11, 2026. Image Medicaid expansion boosted access to opioid addiction treatment medication, study says In the eight states that expanded Medicaid after 2018, the number of people receiving prescriptions for the opioid addiction treatment increased dramatically. Image CDC’s 2025 data shows birth rates continuing to slide New data from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows fertility and birth rates continue to fall across the U.S. Image State lottery ticket sales nearly double to over $100B State lotteries are bringing in more money than ever, but states are paying more in prize money and keeping slightly less of it themselves. Image Gas prices soar by 21 percent as government inflation figures reflect the war on Iran Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March. Image Expanding H-2A farmworker program could increase health, safety risks If all these changes are enacted, they are almost certain to exacerbate workers’ wage and safety issues without fully solving agriculture’s labor problem Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - April 10, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Image Daily Audio Newscast - April 10, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world. Life in Kiowa County Haswell - Eads - Brandon - Sheridan Lake - Towner - Classifieds - Local Government - Sand Creek Image USDA designates 33 Colorado counties as drought disaster areas, unlocking emergency farm loans The United States Department of Agriculture has designated 33 Colorado counties as primary natural disaster areas due to severe drought conditions. Image Birthdays and Anniversaries - April 13-19, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County. Image Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026 Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026 Image Eads School breakfast and lunch menus - April 13-16, 2026 April 13-16, 2026, breakfast and lunch menus for Eads schools in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 11, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 11, 2026. Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - April 13-18, 2026 April 13-18, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Plainview School breakfast and lunch menus - April 13-16, 2026 April 13-16, 2026, breakfast and lunch menus for Plainview School in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Kiowa County Commissioners meeting agenda - April 9, 2026 Agenda for the April 9, 2026, meeting of the Kiowa County, Colorado, board of county commissioners. Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells - Kit Carson - Wild Horse Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 11, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 11, 2026. Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - April 13-18, 2026 April 13-18, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Kit Carson School lunch menus - April 13-16, 2026 Kit Carson School breakfast and lunch menus for April 13-16, 2026. Image Rain chances build through weekend for Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells and Cheyenne County can expect pleasant weather Wednesday before a progression of rain chances builds through the end of the week. Image USDA Updates – April 7, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado. Image Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office Call Summary - March 2026 Monthly report from the Cheyenne County, Colorado, Sheriff's Office for March 2026. Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball scores - March 30-April 4, 2026 March 30-April 4, 2026, baseball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 4, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 4, 2026. Economy Image Gas prices soar by 21 percent as government inflation figures reflect the war on Iran Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March. Image Bottom 95 percent of Americans to pay more under federal tax policies A new analysis shows that new tax policies under the second Trump administration will negatively impact most Americans. Image California sees $6 a gallon as gas prices rise in Southwest California gas prices climbed as high as $6 a gallon as oil prices skyrocketed ahead of President Donald Trump's deadline on Iran to reopen oil trade routes. Image As gas spikes to an average $4 a gallon, Hegseth says Iran ground war still an option The White House defended skyrocketing gas prices Tuesday as a “short-term disruption” during the ongoing war in Iran. Elections Image Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026 Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026 Image Colorado voters sour on both Trump and Democrats, poll finds The Colorado Polling Institute’s results echo other recent surveys of voter attitudes towards the state’s top Democrats. Image Signatures gathered against Colorado gun barrels bill A group that advocates for Colorado gun owners is collecting petition signatures in opposition to a bill that would regulate gun barrels in the state. Image Candidate filing brings surprises: One new Oklahoma statewide office seeker wins by default. Just before the curtain closed Friday on candidate filing, a few surprises emerged in Oklahoma. Health & Living Image Colorado budget would cut money from state’s affordable housing funds Colorado lawmakers in their effort to balance the state budget are considering whether to shift $130 million from an affordable housing fund approved by voters. Image Curious Kids: Why are elements like radium dangerous? To an untrained eye, a small piece of radium may look like a chip off a regular gray rock. Image Iowa remains among worst states for new cancer cases Data from the new Iowa Cancer Registry showed the state remains among the worst states in the nation for new cases of the disease. Image EarthTalk – Are polar bears still in decline? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt. Movie Reviews Image Movie Review - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie." Is it out of this world? Image Movie Review - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Critic Bob Garver looks at "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come." Is it actually ready for release? Image Movie Review - Project Hail Mary Critic Bob Garver looks at "Project Hail Mary" Does it leave him out of this world? Image Movie Review - Reminders of Him Critic Bob Garver looks at Pixar's "Hoppers." Does it have him jumping for joy? Agriculture Sponsored by our friends at Golden Plains Insurance Image Expanding H-2A farmworker program could increase health, safety risks If all these changes are enacted, they are almost certain to exacerbate workers’ wage and safety issues without fully solving agriculture’s labor problem Image Exceptional drought blankets Colorado mountains as heat, failed snowpack drive historic degradation Drought conditions across Colorado worsened again this week, with every corner of the state now classified as abnormally dry or worse. Image USDA reopens acreage reporting for specialty crop farmers impacted by unfair trade practices The USDA Farm Service Agency announced Tuesday that it is reopening the 2025 crop acreage reporting period for specialty crop producers. Image Popular beginning farmers program axed by federal administration The U.S. Department of Agriculture sent termination notices for projects which aimed to improve opportunities for those just starting out in farming. Government & Politics Image State lottery ticket sales nearly double to over $100B State lotteries are bringing in more money than ever, but states are paying more in prize money and keeping slightly less of it themselves. Image Colorado budget would cut money from state’s affordable housing funds Colorado lawmakers in their effort to balance the state budget are considering whether to shift $130 million from an affordable housing fund approved by voters. Image New Mexico's faith, tribal leaders call foul on Chaco Canyon fast-track drilling Chaco Culture National Historical Park has been protected by a 10-mile mineral leasing buffer since 2022. Image Elon Musk’s xAI sues Colorado over AI consumer protection law Elon Musk’s xAI sued Colorado in federal court, alleging that a state consumer-protection law violates the company’s constitutional rights. Crime, Court & Law Image Elon Musk’s xAI sues Colorado over AI consumer protection law Elon Musk’s xAI sued Colorado in federal court, alleging that a state consumer-protection law violates the company’s constitutional rights. Image Panel denies clemency to Oklahoma death row inmate Religion, redemption and remorse were not enough for Raymond E. Johnson to elicit a single vote for mercy from the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board. Image Oklahoma principal is stable after suffering gunshot wound in school lobby A southern Oklahoma high school principal is in stable condition after being shot in the leg Tuesday in the school lobby. Image Despite prison releases, ‘correctional control’ keeps grip on millions Millions of Americans remain under criminal justice control through probation and parole, according to a new report. Weather & Climate Image EarthTalk – ¿Sigue disminuyendo la población de osos polares? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt. Image EarthTalk – Are polar bears still in decline? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt. Image Exceptional drought blankets Colorado mountains as heat, failed snowpack drive historic degradation Drought conditions across Colorado worsened again this week, with every corner of the state now classified as abnormally dry or worse. Image Climate, ocean research slashed under proposed NOAA budget The White House aims to slash more than $1 billion from NOAA operations and scientific research programs Personal Finance & Business Image State lottery ticket sales nearly double to over $100B State lotteries are bringing in more money than ever, but states are paying more in prize money and keeping slightly less of it themselves. Image Gas prices soar by 21 percent as government inflation figures reflect the war on Iran Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March. Image Report says 98 businesses have left Colorado since 2019 Colorado has lost 98 companies that have moved out of state since 2019, according to data from the state’s largest business group. Image Colorado budget would cut money from state’s affordable housing funds Colorado lawmakers in their effort to balance the state budget are considering whether to shift $130 million from an affordable housing fund approved by voters. Food & Recipes Image Cooking at Home - Tuna Veggie Antipasto Cooking at Home - Tuna Veggie Antipasto Image Cooking at Home - Zucchini Bread Cooking at Home - Zucchini Bread Image Cooking at Home - Tomato and Garlic Omelet Toasted garlic bread and mozzarella cheese combine with tomatoes and basil to give this easy omelet delicious, fresh flavor. Image Cooking at Home - Homestyle Biscuits Light and flaky biscuits make excellent additions to holiday meals and family gatherings. Science, Tech & Education Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - April 13-18, 2026 April 13-18, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams. Image Elon Musk’s xAI sues Colorado over AI consumer protection law Elon Musk’s xAI sued Colorado in federal court, alleging that a state consumer-protection law violates the company’s constitutional rights. Image North Dakota universal school meals proposal gains ground A North Dakota coalition has moved closer to getting a state measure that would offer free school meals to all students on the November ballot. Image Bill to expand support for struggling Nebraska K-3 readers falls to filibuster A legislative bill to require Nebraska public schools to increase support for struggling young readers and students with dyslexia fell two votes short. Outdoors & Entertainment Image EarthTalk – ¿Sigue disminuyendo la población de osos polares? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt. Image EarthTalk – Are polar bears still in decline? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt. Image Utah advocates concerned over funds for hike, bike trails Congress is considering an updated Surface Transportation Act, and Utah communities say walking, biking and hiking trails throughout the state could be set back by potential changes. Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeks public input on potential ban of commercial fur sales Colorado Parks and Wildlife is accepting public comments through May 3, 2026, on a proposal that could prohibit the commercial sale of furs. The Conversation Academics and journalism meet to explore interesting topics. Image Curious Kids: Are multiverses real? The idea of a multiverse – a hypothetical collection of all possible universes – is one that science fiction fans love to explore. Image A flesh‑eating fly is advancing towards the US border – can it be stopped? A flesh eating parasitic fly has spread north through Mexico to within a few hundred miles of the US southern border. Image Curious Kids: What was the very first plant in the world? Around 500 million years ago, most of Earth’s surface was bare rock and dry soil. Image Mosquitoes carrying malaria are evolving more quickly than insecticides can kill them The mosquito-borne disease malaria kills over 600,000 people annually. Since World War II, people have battled malaria with insecticides. Classifieds & Sponsors
Image Exceptional drought blankets Colorado mountains as heat, failed snowpack drive historic degradation Drought conditions across Colorado worsened again this week, with every corner of the state now classified as abnormally dry or worse.
Image Colorado voters sour on both Trump and Democrats, poll finds The Colorado Polling Institute’s results echo other recent surveys of voter attitudes towards the state’s top Democrats.
Image Colorado lawmakers set to begin debate on $46.8B budget The Colorado House of Representatives will begin debate today on the annual spending bill, a package of legislation that amounts to a $46.8 billion budget
Image Signatures gathered against Colorado gun barrels bill A group that advocates for Colorado gun owners is collecting petition signatures in opposition to a bill that would regulate gun barrels in the state.
Image Colorado considers bill allowing access to direct primary medical care The Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee is postponing consideration of a bill to allow Medicaid recipients to choose "direct primary" care.
Image First Click It or Ticket enforcement period of 2026 begins Monday The Colorado Department of Transportation will support the Colorado State Patrol and 26 local law enforcement agencies for the first seat belt enforcement period of 2026.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 11, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 11, 2026.
Image Medicaid expansion boosted access to opioid addiction treatment medication, study says In the eight states that expanded Medicaid after 2018, the number of people receiving prescriptions for the opioid addiction treatment increased dramatically.
Image CDC’s 2025 data shows birth rates continuing to slide New data from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows fertility and birth rates continue to fall across the U.S.
Image State lottery ticket sales nearly double to over $100B State lotteries are bringing in more money than ever, but states are paying more in prize money and keeping slightly less of it themselves.
Image Gas prices soar by 21 percent as government inflation figures reflect the war on Iran Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March.
Image Expanding H-2A farmworker program could increase health, safety risks If all these changes are enacted, they are almost certain to exacerbate workers’ wage and safety issues without fully solving agriculture’s labor problem
Image Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - April 10, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image Daily Audio Newscast - April 10, 2026 Daily audio newscast with stories from across the United States and around the world.
Image USDA designates 33 Colorado counties as drought disaster areas, unlocking emergency farm loans The United States Department of Agriculture has designated 33 Colorado counties as primary natural disaster areas due to severe drought conditions.
Image Birthdays and Anniversaries - April 13-19, 2026 Celebrating birthdays and anniversaries in Kiowa County.
Image Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026 Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026
Image Eads School breakfast and lunch menus - April 13-16, 2026 April 13-16, 2026, breakfast and lunch menus for Eads schools in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 11, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 11, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - April 13-18, 2026 April 13-18, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Plainview School breakfast and lunch menus - April 13-16, 2026 April 13-16, 2026, breakfast and lunch menus for Plainview School in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Kiowa County Commissioners meeting agenda - April 9, 2026 Agenda for the April 9, 2026, meeting of the Kiowa County, Colorado, board of county commissioners.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 11, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 11, 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - April 13-18, 2026 April 13-18, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Kit Carson School lunch menus - April 13-16, 2026 Kit Carson School breakfast and lunch menus for April 13-16, 2026.
Image Rain chances build through weekend for Cheyenne County Cheyenne Wells and Cheyenne County can expect pleasant weather Wednesday before a progression of rain chances builds through the end of the week.
Image USDA Updates – April 7, 2026 Agriculture news and information from the Eads USDA Service Center in Kiowa County, Colorado.
Image Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office Call Summary - March 2026 Monthly report from the Cheyenne County, Colorado, Sheriff's Office for March 2026.
Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball scores - March 30-April 4, 2026 March 30-April 4, 2026, baseball scores for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts for the week ending April 4, 2026 Listen to the top audio articles and podcasts from the Kiowa County Press in Eads, Colorado, for the week ending April 4, 2026.
Image Gas prices soar by 21 percent as government inflation figures reflect the war on Iran Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March.
Image Bottom 95 percent of Americans to pay more under federal tax policies A new analysis shows that new tax policies under the second Trump administration will negatively impact most Americans.
Image California sees $6 a gallon as gas prices rise in Southwest California gas prices climbed as high as $6 a gallon as oil prices skyrocketed ahead of President Donald Trump's deadline on Iran to reopen oil trade routes.
Image As gas spikes to an average $4 a gallon, Hegseth says Iran ground war still an option The White House defended skyrocketing gas prices Tuesday as a “short-term disruption” during the ongoing war in Iran.
Image Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026 Unofficial Eads Board of Trustees Election Results April 7, 2026
Image Colorado voters sour on both Trump and Democrats, poll finds The Colorado Polling Institute’s results echo other recent surveys of voter attitudes towards the state’s top Democrats.
Image Signatures gathered against Colorado gun barrels bill A group that advocates for Colorado gun owners is collecting petition signatures in opposition to a bill that would regulate gun barrels in the state.
Image Candidate filing brings surprises: One new Oklahoma statewide office seeker wins by default. Just before the curtain closed Friday on candidate filing, a few surprises emerged in Oklahoma.
Image Colorado budget would cut money from state’s affordable housing funds Colorado lawmakers in their effort to balance the state budget are considering whether to shift $130 million from an affordable housing fund approved by voters.
Image Curious Kids: Why are elements like radium dangerous? To an untrained eye, a small piece of radium may look like a chip off a regular gray rock.
Image Iowa remains among worst states for new cancer cases Data from the new Iowa Cancer Registry showed the state remains among the worst states in the nation for new cases of the disease.
Image EarthTalk – Are polar bears still in decline? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt.
Image Movie Review - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Critic Bob Garver looks at "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie." Is it out of this world?
Image Movie Review - Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Critic Bob Garver looks at "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come." Is it actually ready for release?
Image Movie Review - Project Hail Mary Critic Bob Garver looks at "Project Hail Mary" Does it leave him out of this world?
Image Movie Review - Reminders of Him Critic Bob Garver looks at Pixar's "Hoppers." Does it have him jumping for joy?
Image Expanding H-2A farmworker program could increase health, safety risks If all these changes are enacted, they are almost certain to exacerbate workers’ wage and safety issues without fully solving agriculture’s labor problem
Image Exceptional drought blankets Colorado mountains as heat, failed snowpack drive historic degradation Drought conditions across Colorado worsened again this week, with every corner of the state now classified as abnormally dry or worse.
Image USDA reopens acreage reporting for specialty crop farmers impacted by unfair trade practices The USDA Farm Service Agency announced Tuesday that it is reopening the 2025 crop acreage reporting period for specialty crop producers.
Image Popular beginning farmers program axed by federal administration The U.S. Department of Agriculture sent termination notices for projects which aimed to improve opportunities for those just starting out in farming.
Image State lottery ticket sales nearly double to over $100B State lotteries are bringing in more money than ever, but states are paying more in prize money and keeping slightly less of it themselves.
Image Colorado budget would cut money from state’s affordable housing funds Colorado lawmakers in their effort to balance the state budget are considering whether to shift $130 million from an affordable housing fund approved by voters.
Image New Mexico's faith, tribal leaders call foul on Chaco Canyon fast-track drilling Chaco Culture National Historical Park has been protected by a 10-mile mineral leasing buffer since 2022.
Image Elon Musk’s xAI sues Colorado over AI consumer protection law Elon Musk’s xAI sued Colorado in federal court, alleging that a state consumer-protection law violates the company’s constitutional rights.
Image Elon Musk’s xAI sues Colorado over AI consumer protection law Elon Musk’s xAI sued Colorado in federal court, alleging that a state consumer-protection law violates the company’s constitutional rights.
Image Panel denies clemency to Oklahoma death row inmate Religion, redemption and remorse were not enough for Raymond E. Johnson to elicit a single vote for mercy from the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board.
Image Oklahoma principal is stable after suffering gunshot wound in school lobby A southern Oklahoma high school principal is in stable condition after being shot in the leg Tuesday in the school lobby.
Image Despite prison releases, ‘correctional control’ keeps grip on millions Millions of Americans remain under criminal justice control through probation and parole, according to a new report.
Image EarthTalk – ¿Sigue disminuyendo la población de osos polares? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt.
Image EarthTalk – Are polar bears still in decline? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt.
Image Exceptional drought blankets Colorado mountains as heat, failed snowpack drive historic degradation Drought conditions across Colorado worsened again this week, with every corner of the state now classified as abnormally dry or worse.
Image Climate, ocean research slashed under proposed NOAA budget The White House aims to slash more than $1 billion from NOAA operations and scientific research programs
Image State lottery ticket sales nearly double to over $100B State lotteries are bringing in more money than ever, but states are paying more in prize money and keeping slightly less of it themselves.
Image Gas prices soar by 21 percent as government inflation figures reflect the war on Iran Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March.
Image Report says 98 businesses have left Colorado since 2019 Colorado has lost 98 companies that have moved out of state since 2019, according to data from the state’s largest business group.
Image Colorado budget would cut money from state’s affordable housing funds Colorado lawmakers in their effort to balance the state budget are considering whether to shift $130 million from an affordable housing fund approved by voters.
Image Cooking at Home - Tomato and Garlic Omelet Toasted garlic bread and mozzarella cheese combine with tomatoes and basil to give this easy omelet delicious, fresh flavor.
Image Cooking at Home - Homestyle Biscuits Light and flaky biscuits make excellent additions to holiday meals and family gatherings.
Image Southeast Colorado high school baseball schedule - April 13-18, 2026 April 13-18, 2026, baseball schedules for southeast Colorado high school teams.
Image Elon Musk’s xAI sues Colorado over AI consumer protection law Elon Musk’s xAI sued Colorado in federal court, alleging that a state consumer-protection law violates the company’s constitutional rights.
Image North Dakota universal school meals proposal gains ground A North Dakota coalition has moved closer to getting a state measure that would offer free school meals to all students on the November ballot.
Image Bill to expand support for struggling Nebraska K-3 readers falls to filibuster A legislative bill to require Nebraska public schools to increase support for struggling young readers and students with dyslexia fell two votes short.
Image EarthTalk – ¿Sigue disminuyendo la población de osos polares? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt.
Image EarthTalk – Are polar bears still in decline? Greenhouse gas emissions have driven worldwide temperatures to an all-time high, causing Arctic Sea ice to melt.
Image Utah advocates concerned over funds for hike, bike trails Congress is considering an updated Surface Transportation Act, and Utah communities say walking, biking and hiking trails throughout the state could be set back by potential changes.
Image Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeks public input on potential ban of commercial fur sales Colorado Parks and Wildlife is accepting public comments through May 3, 2026, on a proposal that could prohibit the commercial sale of furs.
Image Curious Kids: Are multiverses real? The idea of a multiverse – a hypothetical collection of all possible universes – is one that science fiction fans love to explore.
Image A flesh‑eating fly is advancing towards the US border – can it be stopped? A flesh eating parasitic fly has spread north through Mexico to within a few hundred miles of the US southern border.
Image Curious Kids: What was the very first plant in the world? Around 500 million years ago, most of Earth’s surface was bare rock and dry soil.
Image Mosquitoes carrying malaria are evolving more quickly than insecticides can kill them The mosquito-borne disease malaria kills over 600,000 people annually. Since World War II, people have battled malaria with insecticides.
