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Colorado Heatwave: Denver Sees Record Highs and Isolated Thunderstorms
Denver, CO – Residents are bracing for a week of intense heat and dynamic weather patterns. Today, temperatures are expected to reach 98°F, significantly above normal highs. Smoke from recent wildfires is forecasted to gradually decrease throughout the day. However, isolated showers and thunderstorms are likely to affect the high country this afternoon and early evening.
Election recount in Colorado confirms Larry Don Suckla's victory; rural communities struggle with mental health access; Denver mayor touts homeless response | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Today is July 24, 2024, and here's what you need to know:. Colorado Democratic Party, convention delegates 'overwhelmingly' endorse Kamala Harris for president. The Colorado Democratic Party and the state's delegation to next month's Democratic National Convention on Tuesday formally endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the party's presidential nominee, adding to support she's received from state delegations since President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he was withdrawing from the race and endorsing Harris.
Some Colorado Big Lots stores to permanently close
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - Big Lots, a retail chain store, has announced that store closures will happen across the U.S. which includes multiple Colorado locations. In June, leaders within the Big Lots company stated that inflation and their inability to compete under economic pressures were some of the reasons for the closures to occur nationwide.
Why the price of Colorado-grown peaches is going up
With the Colorado peach harvest underway, shoppers are already seeing locally grown fruit in stores, at farmers market stands and on restaurant menus. This year, locals may also notice price increases. Producers on the Western Slope say they’ve raised prices to help offset increases in operating costs, such as labor...
Horrible Invasive Species Found in Colorado River
While we love our wildlife here in Colorado, sometimes the stories of the dangerous ones get all the credit. One that recently made headlines was a bear that attacked a human in Steamboat Springs. Even though it only gave the person minor injuries, it still was on the forefront of people’s minds.
Colorado athletes to watch Thursday at the Olympics
PARIS, France — The U.S. women’s soccer team takes the field Thursday for their first game of the Summer Olympics, and three players from Colorado are on the team. Athletes in handball, rugby and soccer are competing Wednesday and Thursday – ahead of the opening ceremony Friday. Archery also gets an early start with the first arrows shot on Friday.
Crime Stoppers seeking Target theft
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Crime Stoppers of Mesa County is seeking information on an alleged theft who stole a pair of items from Target. According to Crime Stoppers, the male entered Target at Mesa Mall, 2424 Hwy 6 in Grand Junction, between July 6 and 11 and used a magnetic device to remove the protective devices from a Dyson vacuum and Roomba vacuum.
CH pediatric care provider talks end of summer kids’ health tips
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Jessica King, a pediatric care provider for Grand Valley Pediatrics, joined WesternSlopeNow on Thursday to talk about some tips and reminders as kids begin to head back to school next month. King discussed staying up to date on vaccines, getting sports physicals and how...
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 came on the heels of continued calls for the city to declare itself as a non sanctuary city. Montrose resident John Brown stated that numerous...
Loma teen receives $27,000 check and sets record
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - The 18-year-old showman saved her best Mesa County Fair for last. Echo Bartels was born and raised in Loma, Colorado. At the young age of 8-years-old, she showed a sheep for the first time at the local fair. Her mother’s friend talked her into trying it and that decision shaped the next 10 years of her life.
Hot and Rainy Today with Cooler Temperatures Ahead
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Today will see some spots hit 100 degrees today. There are also showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for today as well. Today will see temperatures in the mid to upper 90s with some spots hitting 100 degrees, so it will be another hot one today. The good news though is that tomorrow through at least Sunday will see temperatures in the low to mid 90s, which will be a nice little cool down.
RARE EARTH: Working to bridge distant Colorado lynchings with future peace
AURORA | In the town of Limon, whispers of the past are reminders of a grim chapter of America’s history of racial violence and injustice that unfolded here more than a century ago. Limon sits on the eastern plains of the state, with roughly 90 minutes of prairie interstate...
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