Drought

Colorado’s early snowmelt is a preview of a hotter future

Colorado’s early snowmelt is a preview of a hotter future

Expect a longer wildfire season and major headaches for state water managers

March 23, 2026 • Sam Brasch — Colorado Public Radio

In the West, snow drought is pushing cross-country ski areas closer to a breaking point

In the West, snow drought is pushing cross-country ski areas closer to a breaking point

cca The Eldora Nordic Center near Boulder should be buzzing with skiers by late winter. In a normal year, Aaron…

March 15, 2026 • By Sam Brasch — CPR News

What role does climate change play in extreme weather events like flooding at Vallecito?

What role does climate change play in extreme weather events like flooding at Vallecito?

Fall floods not uncommon, but severity can be made worse by warming atmosphere, scientists say

October 21, 2025 • Scout Edmondson — Herald Staff Writer

Mancos farmers prepare to wrap up a successful season despite water woes

Mancos farmers prepare to wrap up a successful season despite water woes

Some farms had to reduce capacity or shift markets, but most made it through

October 2, 2025 • Scout Edmondson — Herald Staff Writer

Arizona, Nevada and Mexico get less Colorado River water for a third year

Arizona, Nevada and Mexico get less Colorado River water for a third year

States are working to reach agreement by next year on new long-term rules

August 15, 2025 • BRITTANY PETERSON — Associated Press