Colorado Gov. Jared Polis celebrated expanded rebates this week for drivers switching from gas-powered to electric vehicles. An Aspen official says the move can help make up for recently expired federal tax credits.
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In today's newscast: The Aspen School District’s teacher turnover rate was 11.5% during the last school year, roughly 6% lower than the state average; Winter Park Resort's new ski fast pass allows you to skip the lines at the chairlifts and includes reserved parking, but it comes with a price tag; and former New Mexico U-S Representative Steve Pearce has been nominated to lead the Bureau of Land Management. Tune in for these updates and more.
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James Watson, who co-discovered the structure of DNA has died at age 97. He was a scientific superstar until he made racist remarks that made him an outcast.
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At one food pantry in Boston, the spike in demand means there's now a two-week wait for some to receive food, stressing needy families as well as pantry staff.
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The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
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The Atlas browser can act as your "agent" online, doing tasks like shopping or booking tickets. But that gives it access to a lot of personal information.
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It's no surprise that a boatload of 2026 Grammy nominations are for rappers, rockers, legends and newcomers who performed at the Tiny Desk in just 2025 alone.
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Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights to comply with the FAA's order. But there are still questions about the plan, which the agency says will keep the skies safe during the government shutdown.
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Celebrating Thanksgiving abroad? Tell us how you celebrate.
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Indonesian authorities said they have identified a 17-year-old boy as the suspected perpetrator of an attack that shook a mosque at a high school during Friday prayers in Jakarta.
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Last year's biggest winner will try to repeat his wins for song and record of the year, and add album of the year to his trophy case. Other top nominees include Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny.
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The punk rock star has produced several books that braid thoughts on her newest endeavors with memories and photographs of her lost lovers and friends. Bread of Angels is her most autobiographical.
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