How wind and solar power helps keep America’s farms alive
Wind energy is a significant economic driver in rural America. For landowners, wind turbines often mean stable lease payments.
Evans: Lawsuit against deputy will endanger Coloradans
Evans said that he understands the broader impact this lawsuit could have.
Polis releases K-12 plan for National Governors Association
Colorado Governor Jared Polis, chair of the National Governors Association, recently released an “Education Roadmap for Governors.”
Salt Lake City School Board member agrees to resign following election bribery charges
The Salt Lake City School Board member who prosecutors say tried to bribe his political opponent last year has agreed to resign.
Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - July 28, 2025
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Lake Mead water projections raise red flags
Water in Lake Mead is on course to fall to the lowest level in recorded history by 2027, according to a recent forecast by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
Water levels in the reservoir have steadily dropped over the years as the Colorado River – the lake’s biggest source of water – has been choked by rising temperatures, prolonged drought and growing demand.
Feeding South Dakota requests $3 million from Legislature to fill federal loss
Feeding South Dakota is the first of what could be multiple nonprofits asking the Legislature for help to recover from federal funding cuts.
Idaho Department of Fish and Game revises and increases 2023 wolf population estimate
Officials increased the 2023 wolf population estimate by 85 wolves, an increase of about 7 percent.
Report: Over Half of Texas’ Rural Hospitals Are at Risk of Closure
Texas is home to 156 rural hospitals, but more than two-thirds are in jeopardy, according to a June report.
Montana ag producers have a beef with Trump’s tariffs
Montana ranchers, farmers and the state’s tourism industry expressed deep concern with President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
