Arizona to bear the brunt of Colorado River cuts for two years as long-term talks continue
Arizona and the other Lower Basin states will bear the brunt of cuts to Colorado River water over the next two years.
Low Alaska wildfire season punctuated by serious Interior blaze
A quiet year for Alaska wildfires is closing out in dramatic fashion with a late-season blaze that has burned homes and prompted evacuations in an Interior Alaska community.
As of Thursday, only about 83,400 acres had burned in Alaska wildfires this year, far short of the approximately 1 million acres that has become typical for recent years.
Officials warn of a bleak Colorado River future as deadline nears
Seven states dependent on Colorado River water face a January deadline to agree on a new usage plan, but negotiations have stalled with the Upper Basin refusing mandatory cuts while the Lower Basin already endures them.
In 1876, Colorado’s first-ever Republican ticket united ‘the old and the new’
The state of Colorado’s inaugural elections were to be held on the first Tuesday in October 1876.
Commentary - Want to do something about climate change? Talk about it
Atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe says conversations about climate change are the first step toward spurring people to take action on the crisis.
Lamar City Council Work Session/Meeting
The Lamar City Council will conduct a work session and meeting Monday, August 24, 2026.
EarthTalk – How does Bulgaria transition from coal? What hurdles remain?
Bulgaria is replacing coal with renewable energy while upgrading its electrical grid and retraining miners for green energy jobs.
Daily Audio Newscast Afternoon Update - August 21, 2026
Severe weather brings two tornadoes to New York City and Long Island; an Air Force-chartered civilian just crashes in Alaska, killing all 8 on board; California officials protest plan to sell public lands for oil projects; Ukrainian refugee says looming healthcare cuts for Washington a 'catastrophe '; Michigan lung specialist challenges EPA truck emissions proposal.
Commentary - Aridification is here
Severe drought across New Mexico has dried up major rivers, killed forests, sparked wildfires, and forced wildlife onto roads as scientists' two-decade-old climate warnings go unheeded.
Movie Review - The End of Oak Street
Critic Bob Garver takes a look at "The Mandalorian and Grogu." Does the Disney+ series translate small-screen success into a compelling theatrical experience?