Oklahoma voters rejected a ballot measure Tuesday that would have gradually raised the state's minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour by 2029.

A federal bill backed by more than 30 female lawmakers would guarantee 12 days of paid leave annually for reproductive health conditions including menstruation, menopause, miscarriage and fertility treatments.

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser charges taxpayers hundreds of dollars to see the full cost of his federal lawsuits, raising questions about transparency as he runs for governor.

Lamar reaches near 103 degrees Wednesday before a cold front brings Thursday's high down to the mid-80s in Prowers County.

Gusty winds and blowing dust hit Cheyenne County on Wednesday morning as temperatures climb near 94 before a cold front brings relief Thursday.

A cold front sweeps through Kiowa County overnight Wednesday, dropping Thursday's high from near 98 to the lower 80s after hot, breezy conditions Wednesday.

A state firefighting helicopter made an emergency landing near Rye after the pilot detected smoke in the cockpit during operations at the Hidden Creek Fire.

Colorado must begin preparing now for the 2030 census to ensure federal funding for schools, healthcare, and other services reaches all communities fairly.

Ritenour Co-Care Food Pantry near St. Louis stretches its budget by switching to cheaper proteins as food costs rise and demand surges from families losing SNAP benefits.

Weather conditions in Kiowa County, Colorado, for the seven days ending June 17, 2026.