Colorado Author Releases Kindness Book for Young Readers
A new children's book teaches empathy through a dog who learns to let a captured firefly go free. Nikita Medrano's rhyming tale helps kids understand respect and friendship.
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Colorado Cuts Grid Costs With New Transmission Plan
Colorado just found a way to expand clean energy faster and cheaper. A new state authority could save millions while building the power lines needed to meet climate goals.
Firefighter Saves Dog From Icy Colorado Pond
A Poudre Fire Authority crew rescued a dog that fell through ice on a Colorado pond Monday, thanks to quick-thinking bystanders who called 911 instead of jumping in. The specialized ice rescue operation saved the animal without injury to anyone.
Colorado Group Awards $16K in Scholarships to 11 Students
A Colorado nonprofit just handed out $16,000 in scholarships to help 11 local students pursue their dreams in fields ranging from ocean engineering to special education. Over two decades, Central Colorado Humanists has now invested more than $120,000 in young minds.
Colorado Doubles Renewable Energy in Just 10 Years
Colorado now gets 44% of its electricity from renewable sources, more than double the 19% it produced a decade ago. Solar power alone has jumped eightfold since 2016.
Colorado Charts Path to Cleaner Air at Suncor Refinery
Colorado health officials just released a roadmap to slash pollution from petroleum refineries, focusing on the Suncor facility in Commerce City. The independent study compares current practices to national standards and identifies concrete ways to improve air quality for nearby communities.
Colorado Gets Green Light to Import Cheaper Drugs from Canada
Colorado just became the second state approved to bring prescription medications from Canada, potentially lowering costs for residents struggling with high drug prices. The FDA's approval marks another step toward making medicine more affordable for Americans.
Colorado's $200M Heat Pump Program Survives Federal Cuts
While federal clean energy programs face widespread cuts, Colorado's $200 million heat pump initiative keeps going strong, connecting homeowners with contractors who can slash utility bills. Heat pumps now outsell gas furnaces nationwide for the fourth year running.
Family Rescued from Colorado Lake After Kayak Capsizes
Quick-thinking officers from Colorado Parks and Wildlife pulled a family of four to safety after high winds pushed them from shore at Lake Pueblo. The rescue highlights a simple safety measure that's now saving lives across Colorado.
Colorado Energy Co-op Hits 100% Renewable Power for March
A Colorado energy provider just powered an entire month on nothing but renewable energy for the first time ever. Holy Cross Energy's milestone puts them on track to reach 100% clean power year-round by 2030.
Olympic Skaters Kam and O'Shea Bring Gold Home to Colorado
Figure skating pair Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea returned to Colorado Springs with Olympic gold medals after helping Team USA win the 2026 Winter Olympics team event. The duo, who formed their partnership in Colorado Springs, say they haven't stopped smiling since their first Olympic triumph.
Gen Z and Millennials Now Half of Colorado Red Cross Team
Nearly half of Colorado's Red Cross volunteers are now under 43, while Baby Boomers continue anchoring disaster relief. Four generations are uniting to serve Northern Colorado communities in need.
Colorado Speeds Permits for Clean Energy Projects
Colorado just made it easier for businesses to go green. A new working group will fast-track permits for projects that cut industrial emissions across the state.
Colorado Nonprofits Need Volunteers This April
Across Colorado's Front Range, dozens of nonprofits are calling for volunteers to help feed families, shelter the homeless, and build homes. April's National Volunteer Month offers the perfect chance to get involved and make a real difference in your community.
Colorado Solar Microgrids Keep Lights On During Wildfires
Colorado communities are using solar-powered microgrids to keep hospitals, police stations, and vital services running during wildfire shutoffs. Three local facilities already have this lifesaving technology installed.
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Colorado Extends Tax Credits for Childcare and Jobs
Colorado lawmakers just advanced two bills that will funnel millions into affordable childcare and create hundreds of well-paying jobs across the state. The tax credits have already generated $66 million for families and are bringing quantum tech companies and manufacturers to rural communities.
Colorado Completes World's Largest Wildlife Bridge
Colorado just finished building one of Earth's largest wildlife crossings: a 200-foot-wide bridge arcing over six busy highway lanes. The massive project is expected to cut roadkill by 90% and save both animal and human lives. #
Colorado Requires Automakers to Recycle EV Batteries
Colorado just introduced groundbreaking legislation that makes car companies responsible for recycling electric vehicle batteries, turning the state's green car revolution even greener. The move could slash mining demands by nearly 50% while creating local jobs and keeping dangerous batteries out of landfills.
Colorado Brings Wolverines Back After 100-Year Absence
Colorado just approved a plan to bring wolverines back to its mountains after more than a century. The state will release 45 of the rare animals over three years in what could become one of America's biggest wildlife comebacks.
Colorado Plans Return of Wolverines After 100-Year Absence
Colorado is bringing back wolverines to its mountain ranges after the fierce scavengers vanished a century ago. The state plans to introduce 45 wolverines across three regions, with ski resorts cheering the conservation effort.
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