climate change

A new report finds multi-day streaks of extreme heat are becoming stronger and lasting longer across the U.S., especially in Mountain West states. Experts warn that heatwaves are not only a health concern, but can strain energy resources.

Steamboat Springs can close the Yampa River — a hotspot for tubing, swimming and fishing — when it's too low and hot.

Researchers are working on the largest study of hail in the U.S. in 40 years.

A new study shows climate change is causing the Earth’s supply of fresh water to quickly disappear. One of the world’s fastest-drying regions is the American Southwest, where future food supplies could be threatened.

Once again, lawmakers disagreed on how to “save” coal, failing to move forward a draft bill that would have repealed current state law.

The organizations delivered a letter to the National Governors Association, which meets this week in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Nationwide, the percentage of household income spent on homeowners insurance premiums nearly doubled between the early 2000s and 2022 – jumping from 1.2% to 2.1%. That’s according to recent analysis by the Insurance Research Council, an industry-supported nonprofit. Their projections suggest it could already be at 2.4 percent.

OSHA holding series of hearings for input on potential federal heat regulations

The Trump administration is rolling back regulations on emissions from coal power plants. While many in Wyoming are celebrating, some urge caution.

Wyoming produces the majority of the nation’s coal, but many states want more environmentally friendly energy. So for years, Wyoming has hedged its bets on carbon capture technology to keep it alive. But that requires research and federal dollars.