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A new proposal for sharing Colorado River water would bring negotiators together every couple of years. That could create uncertainty and get in the way of big solutions for the future.
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Hannah Weaver/Aspen Public RadioIt’s been six months since voters across the Roaring Fork Valley approved a tax district to help subsidize childcare. District leadership said they want to start distributing money — but also take the time to do it right. -
Sarah ToryFor one Glenwood Springs senior, taking an art class was a way to branch out from traditional academics in her final year of high school. -
Michael Fanelli/Aspen Public RadioPitkin County announced on May 12 that it’s exploring a permit to take over management of the Maroon Bells Scenic Area. If it doesn’t agree to do that by this fall, the U.S. Forest Service plans to explore partnerships with private concessionaires. -
Regan Mertz/Aspen Public RadioOver 7,000 animals were killed in wildlife-vehicle collisions on Colorado roads in 2025. Local nonprofit Roaring Fork Safe Passages has worked since 2022 to make Highway 82 safer. This story is part of our “On the Ground” radio series that highlights solutions to local and global issues from Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley organizations.
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On today's newscast: Six months after voters approved a childcare tax, leaders are balancing urgency with getting it right; the new Carbondale Aquatics Center will open this weekend; and Gov. Jared Polis’ decision to shorten the prison sentence of Tina Peters troubled many people, but it's not the only commutation that raised eyebrows. Tune in for these stories and more.
Regional News
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ARHIT/Adobe StockArizona, New Mexico, Idaho and Wyoming have no statewide wildfire building codes. Colorado adopted a code last year, with enforcement expected to begin this year. Most other Western states are somewhere in between. -
(Jon G. Fuller/VW Pics/ Universal Images Group via Getty Images)Mountain West Consortium Bets on Geothermal as the Region’s Next Big Power Source -
Ethan Swope/Associated PressAt night, temperatures are often cooler and the air is wetter, which gives wildland firefighters a long window to make up significant ground when trying to suppress blazes. But that pattern is breaking down, a trend driven by human-caused climate change, according to a new study. -
The 2026 Colorado legislative session officially wrapped up on May 13, after months of debate on issues ranging from housing and education to immigration, transportation and the state budget. We hosted a panel discussion and statewide call-in show featuring reporters from the Colorado Capitol News Alliance.
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AFP via Getty ImagesPresident Trump and other administration officials are tempering expectations raised of an imminent agreement to end the war in Iran while Iranian officials have signaled there are still disagreements on key issues. -
Aline Deschamps for NPRIn the male-dominated world of Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, a martial arts teacher offers women a way to empowerment. -
Alessandra Tarantino/AP"Magnifica Humanitas" tackles the social, economic and political challenges associated with artificial intelligence. -
Oxford University PressThe books had to be light and small enough to fit in servicemen's pockets. The motto of the Council on Books in Wartime was: "Books Are Weapons in the War of Ideas."
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So you've got a baby in your life. How do you talk to them, exactly? In this comic, experts explain why conversing with your baby is important — and share ways to help them develop their language skills. -
The California State University system offers an early look at what happens when an administration commits to a technology that its own community isn't convinced will improve education. -
Her abduction at age 14 drew international attention. After her rescue, Smart says she struggled with feeling shame around her body. Bodybuilding has helped her see herself differently. -
Americans are increasingly passing up on dining out. So one restaurant is allowing diners to pay what they like for their food. -
You've heard of lower car insurance rates for good drivers. Now, one life insurance company wants to incentivize longevity with lower rates and extra bonuses for people who adopt healthy habits. -
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with ABC News correspondent Martha Raddatz about her new book, "The Hero Next Door: Stories of Patriotism and Purpose."
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