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Denver Rated Most Polluted City In U.S. For Consecutive Days
What’s been top of mind for most Coloradans recently has been the air quality as of late. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has been filling up the Colorado skyline for the past few days and has seriously affected the quality of our air. However, it’s already been an issue for...
Broncos roster series: No. 75, OL Quinn Bailey
Broncos Wire’s 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at third-year offensive lineman Quinn Bailey, No. 75. Before the Broncos: Bailey (6-6, 323 pounds) spent five years at Arizona State, emerging as a full-time starter in his third season. Bailey started 34 games during his time with the Sun Devils, playing primarily as a right tackle. He also spent time at guard. Bailey earned honorable mention Pac-12 All-Conference recognition in his final season in 2018.
Montrose is getting a new veteran memorial!
MONTROSE, Colo. (KREX) — There are some things in life we could never forget, like a wedding, a childhood friend, that one trip to the beach – and for veterans, their time in the service. Les Williams has been fighting to make a new veteran memorial for years.
Denver's air quality is among the worst in the world on Tuesday
DENVER — The air quality in Denver is among the worst in the world on Tuesday. The only countries with worse air quality than Denver were cities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Indonesia, Pakistan, India, Peru, Malaysia, and Bahrain according to IQ Air. As of 10:20 a.m....
Olathe Tuxedo Corn harvest begins, new pest damages crop
Olathe sweet corn is sought out by many across Colorado and even the country. Tuxedo Corn has been in the business for decades, and owner John Harold tells KREX roughly 30 percent of this year's corn is damaged from worms, birds, and beetles. Yet the harvest has only just started - only time will tell.
Montrose Mayor addresses continuous calls for "non-sanctuary" status
In an unusual move, Montrose Mayor J. David Reed addressed the audience following public comments during a recent city council meeting. Reed’s prepared statement followed continued calls for the city to declare itself a non-sanctuary city. Montrose resident John Brown stated that numerous citizens have attended council meetings since...
Colorado Gets Massive Funding to Fight Air Pollution
As we have come to learn here in the Front Range, air pollution has become quite the hot button issue. Back in 2022, the Environmental Protection Agency labeled the area as a ‘severe’ air pollution violator. Just recently, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Denver were all listed in...
Colorado Weather: Smoke Persists as Temperatures Rise
Denver, CO – Warmer temperatures are expected across Colorado today, with areas of smoke persisting throughout the region. According to the US National Weather Service Denver/Boulder, temperatures will range from the 60s to the 90s depending on the area. The Mountains and Foothills will see highs in the 60s and 70s, while the Palmer Divide will reach the 80s. The Urban Corridor and Plains are expected to hit the 90s.
Scorching Triple Digit Heat Returns to Northern Colorado Next Week
It's always hot in Northern Colorado during the summer months, that is no secret. Daily temperatures can easily hover around the upper nineties in July and August. Some Coloradans like it hot while others prefer to retreat to air conditioning until milder milder temperatures can be tolerated in these months.
Colorado Horse Rescue + Rehab Center will Warm Your Heart
For animal lovers, seeing cases of animal abuse or neglect is especially difficult. Countless cases of animal abuse with regard to pets are uncovered on a regular basis but fortunately, in Colorado, being convicted of charges like these can carry serious penalties. What is the Penalty for Animal Cruelty or...
CPW allows ranchers to use deadly force if wolves endanger working dogs’ lives
Colorado Parks and Wildlife voted last week to update its rules on lethally deterring the endangered and newly reintroduced gray wolves in the state, allowing ranchers to kill wolves in the act of attacking working dogs, like livestock guardian dogs.
Three Colorado Bats Test Positive for Rabies
A viral disease so terrifying that Steven King wrote a horror story about it: Rabies can be deadly in animals and humans and it is transferred by either a bite or a scratch. Rabid animals can range from coyotes to raccoons, cats, dogs, and more. With how deadly the virus...
McCluskie Addresses Colorado Rural Public School Support
Colorado House Speaker Julie McCluskie delivered remarks on Monday at the Elevating Rural Colorado Partnership event in Keystone, CO, and discussed recent efforts to boost career pathways in rural Colorado and support rural public schools. The event, organized by Colorado Succeeds, the Colorado Education Initiative, Empower Schools, and Lyra Colorado,...
Colorado requiring dairies to test milk for bird flu
Colorado will require dairies to test their milk supplies for bird flu every week, the state Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday, as concerns over the avian flu remain high nationwide. State Veterinarian Maggie Baldwin said Colorado has “not been able to curb the spread of disease at this point,” after about three months of bird…
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