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It’s a car, it’s a camper, it’s a House Car! The story of a Colorado man who hand-built over 50 homes on wheels
The Great Dale House Cars were built in the 1960s out of a garage in Denver, Colorado.
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Colorado wildfires: Sunday coverage
The latest news on the Alexander Mountain fire, Quarry fire, Stone Canyon fire and others burning across Colorado.
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Quarry fire evacuation sites and road closures
Nearly 600 homes were evacuated Wednesday as firefighters worked to contain the Quarry fire, which is burning in south Jefferson County.
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Stone Canyon fire evacuation sites and road closures
CPR News has gathered information on areas currently affected by the fire, as well as evacuation centers. We will continue to update this page as more information becomes available.
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By Sarah Bures
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Alexander Mountain fire evacuation sites and road closures
CPR News has gathered information on areas currently affected by the fire, as well as evacuation centers. We will continue to update this page as more information becomes available.
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By Sarah Bures
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US-285 reopened after a wildfire closed the highway to traffic near Morrison
The grass fire was south of Morrison and reported around 1 p.m. Its cause is unknown.
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Colorado voters react to Biden dropping out, Harris’ campaign launch
Some expressed relief, some called it a “great idea,” and others remain on the fence about what candidate they are going to support in November.
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Colorado Weather: Dangerously cold temperatures and heavy snow shut mountain roads, cancel flights and close schools
The polar vortex continued to pound Colorado with arctic air and lots of snow.
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The polar vortex is blasting Colorado with dangerously cold arctic air and snow. What you need to know
The supercooled air and heavy snow closed roads, canceled flights and impacted life around Colorado.
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Dogs in Colorado are getting sick with respiratory viruses. Here’s how to keep them healthy
Depending on whether the dog is infected with a virus or a bacteria, treatment could include antibiotics or other types of supportive care.
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Vigils and rallies in support of Israelis and Palestinians in Colorado, and ways to help
CPR News is putting together a list of events and ways to help victims of the conflict.
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John Fielder, the photographer who captured Colorado’s outdoors, has died. He was 73 years old.
John Fielder used his photos to advocate for conservation of Colorado’s wilderness.
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How might we save the Colorado River?
From desalinating seawater to ripping out grass and changing crops, here are some of the boldest and most crucial ideas.
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Colorado weather: Severe storms cause flight delays at DIA, NWS issues tornado warning in Weld County
The National Weather Service issued a flood warning until 8:15 p.m. for parts of Denver, Aurora, Castle Rock, Centennial and Lone Tree.
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Christian Glass’ family just reached a settlement for $19 million. Here’s what we know about the case
Clear Creek County officers shot and killed Christian Glass last year after he called 911 for help.
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Indigenous tribes were pushed away from the Colorado River. A new generation is fighting to save it.
As climate change diminishes flows in the Colorado River, regional leaders are negotiating its future and Indigenous people want that to include establishing their full access to the water.