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One of Biggest Solar Projects Across the Globe Coming to Northern Colorado
More solar power is coming to Northern Colorado. Although expensive to build, solar power saves Coloradans money in the long run while limiting pollution. Many of us are unaware of one of the biggest reasons solar power works so well in Colorado. Colorado happens to be one of the sunniest states in the nation. So adding renewable energy from solar panels is a great idea.
Colorado is the Most Dangerous Place for Workers in the US
As it would turn out, safety here in Colorado may be going down. When U.S. News ranked the top states in the country, they placed Colorado as the third most dangerous. The crime statistics aren’t great either. We have a violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000, which includes murder, aggravated assault, and robbery amongst many others.
Storms Exiting, Wildfire Smoke Incoming
THIS EVENING: Storms have cleared the I-25 corridor, however, a few storms will hang on for the far Eastern Plains tonight. Temperatures will fall into the 50s for most and even down to the 40s for a few along the Palmer Divide. MONDAY: Hazy conditions will return to the region Monday as our upper-level ridge The post Storms Exiting, Wildfire Smoke Incoming appeared first on KRDO.
Colorado is the Most Dangerous Place for Workers in the US
As it would turn out, safety here in Colorado may be going down. When U.S. News ranked the top states in the country, they placed Colorado as the third most dangerous. The crime statistics aren’t great either. We have a violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000, which includes murder, aggravated assault, and robbery amongst many others.
Cyber crash causes havoc for local businesses
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — On Friday, companies from all over the world saw major outages due to a faulty update from Microsoft’s security program Crowdstrike. Grand Junction Regional Airport reported minimal impact on three out of 12 flights due to a cyber crash. Meanwhile, Denver International Airport experienced 114 flight cancellations and 692 delays.
Who will Colorado delegates vote for at the Democratic National Convention?
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - This August in Chicago nearly 5,000 delegates will vote on who will be the new Democratic nominee for president. 87 of those delegates are from Colorado. How will they be voting? "I believe firmly that the nominee is going to be Vice President Kamala Harris," Wanda James, DNC Colorado Delegate The post Who will Colorado delegates vote for at the Democratic National Convention? appeared first on KRDO.
The Cost of Colorado Option Insurance is About to Increase
Back in 2022, Colorado and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services came together to create “Colorado Option”. The idea has been to reduce racial and ethnic health disparities by giving Coloradans new coverage options. However, it would seem prices are about to go up for all...
Score Free Ice Cream This Weekend At Colorado Dairy Queens
It's been one of the hottest summers ever in Colorado, and Dairy Queen is helping you cool down with free ice cream to celebrate "National Ice Cream Day." How can you get free ice cream this weekend?. Free Ice cream at Colorado Dairy Queen Locations. While it's not been in...
Jackalopes win it in the Knockout Round
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Up 5-1 heading into the ninth inning, the Jackalopes looked well on their way to evening up their record at 2-2. But the Northern Colorado Owlz said, “Not so fast, Jacks.”. Four quick runs from NoCo in the top of the ninth, and...
Local Colorado native shares historic quilt with the town of Palisade
PALISADE, Colo. (KREX) – Flora Anderson’s daughter Robin McCain states, “I think she’d be amazed if she can hear what people think about this now and just, she would be so pleased.”. In the heart of downtown Palisade, there is a piece of art displayed to...
Driver allegedly found with 220,000 fentanyl pills in western Colorado
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV) - Law enforcement got way more than expected following a high-speed chase in western Colorado!. According to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy tried pulling over a car that was heading eastbound on I-70 near Fruita Friday morning. “Upon the deputy exiting his patrol...
Temporary Cool Down Before Heating Back Up
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Tomorrow begins our slight cool down for a couple of days before seeing temperatures increase again. Tomorrow and Monday will see us cool down to highs of low to mid 90s across the area. Temperatures will then begin rising again on Tuesday with highs back in the mid to upper 90s and seeing this trend continue through Friday with some spots touching 100 degrees, especially on Wednesday and Thursday.
Grand Junction High School demolition begins
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Construction crews began tearing the old Grand Junction High School building a couple of days ago, as students and staff prepare for the start of the school year. The original Grand Junction High School was constructed in the 1950s. More than half a century later,...
Controversial Factory To Be Built in Colorado, Adding 500 New Jobs
More jobs are coming to Colorado soon. Nearly 100,000 residents are currently looking for a job, and we know finding a job can be difficult. More jobs are coming to Colorado, but some Colorado residents may not feel entirely comfortable working for the new factory coming to Aurora. Zyn Is...
Colorado politicians, groups react to Biden dropping out of race
President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he's dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president. Elected officials and political groups in Colorado and across the nation reacted to the news.Colorado Gov. Jared Polis called Biden "a true partner to Colorado, and a proud patriot.""He has helped lead the United States through many great successes," Polis said in a written statement. "President Biden is now, and has always been, there for Coloradans during times of grief and moments of triumph."Polis touted Biden's efforts on affordable clean energy, climate change, infrastructure and protecting public land."This could not...
Colorado’s Number One Issue According to Survey—Do You Agree?
Living in Colorado comes with its frustrations. No matter where you call home, there will always be issues to solve and fix. To be frank, we live in an imperfect world, and there will always be things to improve to make Colorado the best state possible. I could go on...
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