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Baseball legends Larry Walker and Todd Helton will be immortalized in bronze at Coors Field this season. The Colorado Rockies announced the statues during their annual fan fest, celebrating the franchise's only two Hall of Famers.
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A 10-year-old dog named Rocky survived six weeks in Colorado's frozen wilderness after slipping away from a pet sitter. Despite losing half his body weight in subzero conditions, Rocky's rescue proves the power of community and perseverance.
The Colorado Rockies staged an impressive comeback victory against the San Francisco Giants, winning 8-6 behind stellar performances from Hunter Goodman and Ezequiel Tovar. The thrilling turnaround reminded fans why baseball's nine innings offer endless possibilities.
A dog named Rocky survived more than six weeks alone in Colorado's mountains during winter, losing half his body weight before a rescue group reunited him with his owner. The recovery marked the longest successful search for Summit Lost Pet Rescue, which has a 99% success rate.
Rocky Mountain National Park, home to some of America's most stunning wilderness and diverse wildlife, turns 111 years old today. From its soaring 14,000-foot peaks to the headwaters of the Colorado River, the park remains a treasure protecting over 1,000 square kilometers of pristine landscape.
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.
A Loveland company is growing a million trees annually to restore forests devastated by wildfires and disease. OneCanopy aims to become the Rocky Mountains' largest native plant producer by 2027.
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.
When overgrazing moose drove beavers out of Rocky Mountain National Park, scientists knew they had to act fast. Now a team of "human beavers" is building 29 artificial dams to restore the ecosystem and protect drinking water for over 1 million people.
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.
Wildlife officers braved frigid temperatures near Gunnison, Colorado to save bighorn sheep trapped by winter conditions. The successful rescue shows how dedicated teams protect vulnerable wildlife during dangerous weather.
A storage container company is bringing forests back to life in northern Colorado, planting 10,000 native trees where wildfires destroyed nearly 6,000 acres. The partnership will capture over 2,000 tons of carbon while helping wildlife return home.
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.
Seventy years ago today, boxer Rocky Marciano walked away from the ring with a perfect record no heavyweight has matched since. The son of Italian immigrants retired at 32 with 49 wins, zero losses, and a legacy that inspired Rocky Balboa.
Colorado ranchers are using smartphone-controlled collars that guide cattle to graze in wildfire-prone areas, turning potential tinder into dinner while protecting streams and wildlife. Meanwhile, local beef producers are finding creative ways to reduce waste and emissions across the entire supply chain.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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