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Breckenridge author Devon O’Neil explores grief, mountain town culture and the costs vs. rewards of adventure “The Way Out” recounts a fateful 2017 hut trip in the Sawatch Range and how the death of a beloved Salida father rippled through many lives

Changing the narrative on how communities deal with the aftermath of a #Colorado backcountry tragedy is a big part of Devon's approach to writing this book. The details of his research & approach to writing are admirable.

Urban human-bear conflicts are on the rise. That’s why the release of 5 orphaned cubs in Colorado is so important. Cubs captured in Colorado Springs, Woodland Park after their mothers broke into homes hunting for food, spent the summer in rehabilitation

These kind of #Colorado stories are always intriguing. And who doesn't love to see #bear #cubs running free again? via @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social

A hiker’s deadly fall highlights Colorado’s longtime struggle to account for its abandoned mines Colorado has closed about 14,000 abandoned mine openings since 1980, but officials say thousands more — many unknown to the state — remain

Lots of risks around #Colorado high country, but falling in an abandoned mine is not something you really think about out on the trail. Interesting background and numbers on this issue from @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social.

Colorado State Land Board approves La Jara Basin sale, reversing a possible plan to cancel the 9-year deal The $50M sale of 46,000-acre basin in San Luis Valley to the feds followed concern over Trump administration protection of public land

BREAKING: Big news in southern #Colorado as the deal goes through despite concerns raised about #Trump administration's dealing with public lands. @jblevinscosun.bsky.social has the details.

After his mother disappeared 18 years ago, this Colorado-born entrepreneur created an AI tool to help solve cold cases Ash Ghaemi’s quest to get the platform into police departments comes as law enforcement agencies are increasingly relying on AI

There are plenty of stories about the proliferation of #AI, and it is confusing all the ways it could help or hurt us. @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has the #Colorado story of a man searching for answers and the intersection of police investigations and the fast-moving technology.

Voters in some Colorado communities begin to chafe at taxing tourists to pay for local services A handful of taxes on skiing, hotels and short-term rentals passed, but some communities rejected plans to raise taxes paid by tourists

Folks in #Colorado mountain communities are making a bit of a shift away from the "tax them, not us" idea when it comes to tourists. As Jason Blevins breaks it down, the need for local businesses that support & encourage tourism to help the tax base is starting to gain a foothold again.

Airlines at Denver airport say bulk of flights will remain intact, even with FAA’s mandate of 10% reduction in air traffic United plans to keep flights between hubs, offers refunds to travelers even if their flights aren’t impacted.

UPDATES: Airlines that serve #Denver say they don't expect major disruptions with FAA's call 10% reduction in air traffic. What you need to know flying in and out of #Colorado.

Denver airport officials are scrambling after FAA orders 40 airports to limit flights DIA says it is working with federal agency to “understand specific impacts, including whether DEN will be one of the 40 airports affected.”

NEW: Well, this could make travel in and out of #DIA and #Colorado a lot more suckier. ...

Denver Summit FC to play home debut at Mile High Stadium The March 28 game dubbed “The Kickoff” will be in Denver Broncos’ 76,000-seat stadium.

NEW: This should be a lot of fun, and great to give more fans a chance to see the newest #Colorado professional team. #NWSL

After police used Flock cameras to accuse a Denver woman of theft, she had to prove her own innocence Chrisanna Elser spent days collecting evidence, from apps on her phone to dashcam footage in her vehicle, to prove her whereabouts

NEW: #Colorado cop sure did think he had everything he needed with #Flock video. But as @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social reports, he was way off base. “We had to basically exonerate ourselves,” said the falsely accused woman, who never received an explanation from the police or an apology.

Colorado pays to keep visitor centers at Rocky Mountain National Park open amid shutdown Meanwhile, visitor centers at Colorado’s three other national parks are closed or have limited services amid the federal government shutdown

I was up at #RMNP during the first weekend of the shutdown & the 2 rangers I spoke with were trying to keep a good face. #Colorado is going to pay $3k daily to help operate the national park's two main visitor centers. @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has the latest.

It’s hard to build housing in Littleton. When the council tried to make it easier, residents revolted. After months of acrimony, Littleton voters this November will get a more direct say in city housing policy through city charter amendment 3A and a slate of mayor and council races that have become a r...

The statewide debate over land use, housing and neighborhood character in #Colorado is playing out in Littleton. It has added just a few housing units in recent decades, but the city council is trying to change that. As @brianeason.bsky.social reports, the backlash has been fierce.

Colorado food banks plead for help as federal food assistance is cut off Food pantries across the state posted urgent messages for extra donations, volunteers as 600,000 Coloradans stand to lose benefits

PSA: With the federal government still shutdown, #Colorado food banks are making an urgent request to help our fellow Coloradans.

Heart of a Tribe: After 27 years of advocacy and leadership, the Ute Mountain Ute chairman is ready to rest Manuel Heart, 64, has spent half his life guiding the Southwestern tribe of 2,000. Though it's time to hand over the reins, there are still fights ahead.

This wonderful feature gives the story of Manuel Heart's legacy for Native Americans, not just in #Colorado but across the country. Health care, gun violence, alcoholism, housing, education, drought, ranching, a casino, and now wolves, he's navigated it all for decades.

Climbing engineers identify possible new 14er in Colorado — and one that might need to be demoted Climbers with satellite-connected tools find East Crestone should replace Crestone Peak on the state’s list of 14ers

Need a truly #Colorado story to get you ready for the weekend? @jblevinscosun.bsky.social has you covered.

Colorado’s largest hospital had to pause surgeries for a week following a complaint. Here’s what health inspectors saw. State inspectors declared an "immediate jeopardy" after finding hundreds of dirty surgical trays at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital.

In all, there were hundreds of backed-up trays of surgical tools waiting to get scrubbed and sanitized at flagship #Colorado hospital. "Observations further revealed the surgical instrument sets were open to air and heavily soiled with dried blood and tissue,” the inspector wrote.

Flood evacuees prepare to reenter neighborhoods in southwest Colorado Meanwhile, county crews start to rebuild riverbanks and clear massive debris piles from destroyed homes in the small town in La Plata County

NEW: Homeowners near Vallecito Reservoir could go home this morning if weather allows. @coloradosun.com reporter Shannon Mullane joined the local fire chief Wednesday for a tour of the damaged area in SW #Colorado, including 2 houses officials leveled so they wouldn’t float downstream.

Student critically wounded in Evergreen High School shooting leaves hospital, tells supporters: “I’m still alive!” Matthew Silverstone heads home five weeks after being shot in head and chest during shooting spree at Evergreen High School

NEW: Certainly a long, long road ahead, but this #Colorado young man already survived being shot in the head and chest, his heart stopped twice and numerous surgeries. Something tells me he's gonna keep pushing forward.

Rain in southwestern Colorado raises rivers to levels unseen since the 1970s, water stored in one reservoir doubles The San Juan River near Pagosa Springs peaked at 12.6 feet deep. People still are out of their homes in Vallecito.

UPDATES: Here's the latest from the next round of storms that soaked southern #Colorado again last night and early Tuesday morning. #cowx #flooding

New group for men in Telluride hopes to prod talk about health care, seed similar groups in Colorado mountain towns New group for men in Telluride hopes to prod talk about health care, seed similar groups in Colorado mountain towns

As someone who beat the widow-maker heart attack, has had roughly 20 precancerous skin issues removed and had nearly a foot of my colon removed, I really encourage all men, especially those in #Colorado mountain towns, to get over themselves & make annual doctor visits.

Nederland shopping center that anchored both town and travel is on fire Central Nederland was ordered evacuated early Thursday a firefighters worked to protect the center near the Carousel of Happiness

UPDATES: At least a dozen business in the 2-story strip mall are destroyed, including a children's nature center that housed numerous animals all presumed dead. More on this #Colorado mountain town blaze. Luckily, the town's grocery story remains standing.

Nederland shopping center that anchored both town and travel is on fire Central Nederland was ordered evacuated early Thursday a firefighters worked to protect the center near the Carousel of Happiness

BREAKING: Early-morning fire destroys main hub in small #Colorado mountain town west of #Boulder. Updates to come.

Archeologists find that people sent to Amache during WWII sought respite in the Arkansas River The federal government kept detailed records of every crop in Amache’s agricultural program, but overlooked the ways incarcerees cultivated personal gardens

When I was editing this story, I couldn't wait to share it out on my accounts. What great storytelling and so much to learn from this story and the rest of our "What is a river?" series about the Arkansas River, from its start near Leadville out to the #Colorado border with Kansas. Enjoy.

Pitkin County sheriff says he remains confident that Hunter S. Thompson died by suicide Sheriff Michael Buglione said the case review was prompted by “things (Anita Thompson) has been hearing from friends and possible relatives”

NEW: Pitkin County sheriff talks about reviewing the Hunter S. Thompson death, but has little information, @jesseapaul.bsky.social reports from #Aspen. #colorado.

Colorado authorities reviewing  2005 probe into Hunter S. Thompson’s death The famous author, known for his gonzo journalism, died by apparent suicide in his home in Woody Creek, outside of Aspen in 2005

NEW: Hunter S. Thompson had a "profound impact" in #Aspen & #Colorado. Said the current sheriff: “By bringing in an outside agency for a fresh look, we hope to provide a definitive and transparent review that may offer peace of mind to his family and the public.” @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has more

Matthew Silverstone, victim in Evergreen High School shooting, still “fighting for his life,” family says Cards sent to Silverstone, who turned 18 the day before he was shot, credit the teen with making sure others made it to safety

Family gives update on one of the Evergreen students shot last week at a #Colorado high school. “It’s going to be a long road. We are coming to grips with what could be a lifelong recovery.” @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has more.

Top Republican in Colorado House resigns in wake of special session clash with Democrats House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese, a Colorado Springs Republican, said her kids “need their mom right now — and I need to keep them safe”

NEW: Big development late last night that will shift the mood of the #Colorado statehouse. @jesseapaul.bsky.social has more. #copolitics #coleg

Yadira Caraveo ends bid to reclaim 8th Congressional District seat citing resistance to her candidacy Caraveo was running despite the concerns of Democratic leaders about her mental health and allegations that she mistreated her congressional and campaign staff. The Colorado Sun made those accusations...

NEW: Yadira Caraveo ends bid to reclaim 8th Congressional District seat citing resistance to her candidacy

“We will triumph over evil”: Evergreen vigil attended by a few thousand begins long road of healing for students, community Governor praises teachers, staff for saving students, sends words of encouragement with positive vision to move forward together

NEW: Crowd fills Evergreen park as #Colorado community begins healing from school shooting.

Evergreen High School shooting: One teen remains in critical condition, another victim stable The school is closed Thursday and Friday to allow students and families to connect with mental health resources.

Updates: We will be following all the news today after the #Colorado school shooting yesterday. You can find new info through the day here from our @coloradosun.com team.