# colorados (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover colorados. Page: Feed: --- ## [Why fronts and the jet stream get stronger in Colorado as day lengths decrease](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/why-fronts-and-the-jet-stream-get-stronger-in-colorado-as-day-lengths-decrease) _2026-08-14 · Casey Dorn · Weather Science_ We're losing more than two minutes of daylight each day now in southern Colorado. The loss rate is highest in the north, and lowest in the south. Here's why that results in stronger cold fronts. ## [Perseid Meteor Shower peaks Wednesday night; here's what to expect in southern Colorado](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/perseid-meteor-shower-peaks-wednesday-night-heres-what-to-expect-in-southern-colorado) _2026-08-13 · Casey Dorn · Weather Science_ One of the year's best meteor showers peaks tonight, under a new moon. But, clouds complicate the forecast in parts of Colorado. Here's where and when to look up, and where the clouds impact the views ## [Colorado gun law may face federal legal challenge over permit-to-purchase requirements](https://www.koaa.com/news/capitol-watch/colorado-gun-law-may-face-federal-legal-challenge-over-permit-to-purchase-requirements) _2026-08-12 · Noah Caplan · Capitol Watch_ The Colorado State Shooting Association filed a federal motion asking courts to halt enforcement of the state's new permit-to-purchase law, arguing the rollout has been a disaster for gun owners. ## [Colorado’s Renewable Milestone, Revisited](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/colorados-renewable-milestone-revisited) _2026-08-10 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ Renewables got the credit when coal had a rough quarter ## [El Paso County Sheriff's Office opts out of additional fees for new gun law](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/el-paso-county-sheriffs-office-opts-out-of-additional-fees-for-new-gun-law) _2026-07-30 · Ashleigh Quintana · Capitol Watch_ The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has opted out of charging additional fees once the new gun laws go into effect on August 1, 2026. ## [CSU researchers work to restore Colorado forests years after the Cameron Peak Fire](https://www.koaa.com/news/environment/csu-researchers-work-to-restore-colorado-forests-years-after-the-cameron-peak-fire) _2026-07-30 · Claire Lavezzorio · Weather Science_ The Cameron Peak Fire was the largest wildfire in Colorado's recorded history. Now, CSU researchers are working to bring those forests back — one seedling at a time. ## [Towering 'firestorm clouds' are largely a mystery. A first-of-its kind NASA mission is working to change that.](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/towering-firestorm-clouds-are-largely-a-mystery-a-first-of-its-kind-nasa-mission-is-working-to-change-that) _2026-07-29 · Kaylee Harter · Weather Science_ Fire-generated thunderstorms that can shoot smoke 50,000 feet into the air are the subject of a first-of-its-kind NASA research mission that will require a specially-outfitted, Broomfield-based NCAR plane to fly into the storms. ## [Overnight lows may break records, here’s why the heat isn’t going away](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/overnight-lows-may-break-records-heres-why-the-heat-isnt-going-away) _2026-07-28 · Lauren Brand · Weather Science_ A heat dome has been parked over the Rockies giving us well above average temperatures. Meteorologist Lauren Brand explains why the heat is sticking around overnight. ## [Lazard 2026 report finds new renewables aren’t cheaper than existing plants](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/lazard-2026-report-finds-new-renewables) _2026-07-27 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ Keep paid off plants open! ## [Monsoon storms could help, but won't erase, ongoing rainfall debts for gardeners](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/monsoon-storms-could-help-but-wont-erase-ongoing-rainfall-debts-for-gardeners) _2026-07-24 · Casey Dorn · Weather Science_ Gardeners in southern Colorado may get some relief for their lawns and thirstier plants in the coming weeks as the monsoon tap turns on over Colorado. But rain won't erase last winter's poor snowpack ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZtcOkU7gZFIm) _2026-07-24 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [Alaska: A Red State with High Rates?](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/alaska-a-red-state-with-high-rates) _2026-07-20 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ Alaska is thwarted by its geography, but also its politicians. ## [How smoke impacted air quality for Colorado Springs residents](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/how-smoke-impacted-air-quality-for-colorado-springs-residents) _2026-07-16 · Casey Dorn · Weather Science_ Learn how to use the five-three-one visibility rule and the AQI to know when wildfire smoke makes Colorado air unsafe. ## [Colorado's firefighting strategies have evolved significantly over the decades — here's a look at the history](https://www.koaa.com/news/wildfire/colorados-firefighting-strategies-have-evolved-significantly-over-the-decades-heres-a-look-at-the-history) _2026-07-15 · Stephanie Butzer · Weather Science_ Colorado has a longstanding and consistent history of wildfires, but the tactics and strategies surrounding how firefighters attack those fires have evolved dramatically over the decades. ## [Colorado’s renewables milestone looks more like subtracting coal than adding wind and solar](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/colorados-renewables-milestone-looks) _2026-07-13 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ Plus, BlueStatesHighRates.com ## [Why the Aspen Acres Fire is at a higher risk for flash flooding](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/why-the-aspen-acres-fire-is-at-a-higher-risk-for-flash-flooding) _2026-07-08 · Lauren Brand · Weather Science_ Part of the Aspen Acres Fire has a new burn scar and the flash flooding risk is much heigher than surrounding areas. Meteorologist Lauren Brand explains why. ## [Xcel Energy wants to raise Coloradans' rates, but it can’t even deliver reliable electricity](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/xcel-energy-wants-to-raise-coloradans) _2026-06-29 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ Plus: a sneak peek of Blue States, High Rates ## [Large hail slams El Paso County and southern Colorado on Tuesday](https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/large-hail-slams-el-paso-county-and-southern-colorado-on-tuesday) _2026-06-24 · Alex O'Brien · Weather Science_ Severe thunderstorms bringing large hail impact southern Colorado on Tuesday. See how large they were in your neighborhood. ## [Bipartisan affordable housing bill advances in Congress with goal to boost supply, limit corporate buying](https://www.koaa.com/news/capitol-watch/bipartisan-affordable-housing-bill-advances-in-congress-with-goal-to-boost-supply-limit-corporate-buying) _2026-06-21 · Meghan Glova · Capitol Watch_ Bipartisan affordable housing bill advances in Congress with goal to boost supply, lower costs, and limit corporate buying ## [The Federal Coal Comeback](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/the-federal-coal-comeback) _2026-06-15 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ And headlines I'm watching ## [Better on Paper](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/better-on-paper) _2026-06-01 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ NERC's summer grid outlook improves over 2025, but how much is real? ## [Find what they just said (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qqbMPJGQINia) _2026-06-01 · **Sponsored**_ Surface recent public signals so you can send policy-aware, relevant outreach ## [Out of Office for Memorial Day](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/out-of-office-for-memorial-day) _2026-05-25 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ And my summer schedule ## [When utilities need power they can count on, they choose gas](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/when-utilities-need-power-they-can) _2026-05-18 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ Wind and solar not competitive without subsidies ## [Colorado Springs Utilities Coal Plant May Get Stay of Execution](https://sarahmontalbano.substack.com/p/colorado-springs-utilities-coal-plant) _2026-05-11 · Sarah Montalbano · Montalbano Mondays_ And other tales of absurdity from the Centennial State. ## [AG Phil Weiser wins Democratic Assembly; secures top line on primary ballot for governor](https://www.koaa.com/news/politics/ag-phil-weiser-wins-democratic-assembly-secures-top-line-on-primary-ballot-for-governor) _2026-03-28 · Ashleigh Quintana · Capitol Watch_ Current Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser has won the Democratic Assembly, securing 90% of delegates and securing the top line on the Democratic primary ballot for governor. ## [Colorado legislators speak out on Trump Administration's capture of Venezuelan president](https://www.koaa.com/news/politics/colorado-legislators-speak-out-on-trump-administrations-capture-of-venezuelan-president) _2026-01-03 · Ashleigh Quintana · Capitol Watch_ Colorado legislators are speaking out on the Trump Administration's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro ## [Colorado lawmakers take on corporate tax breaks, SNAP funding in second day of special session](https://www.koaa.com/news/politics/colorado-lawmakers-take-on-corporate-tax-breaks-snap-funding-in-second-day-of-special-session) _2025-08-24 · Brandon Richard · Capitol Watch_ Colorado lawmakers continued their special session on Friday, advancing bills to limit corporate tax breaks as they work to address a $783 million budget gap. ## [Thousands of Denver city workers wait in limbo as layoffs set to start Monday](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/thousands-of-denver-city-workers-wait-in-limbo-as-layoffs-set-to-start-monday) _2025-08-17 · Claire Lavezzorio · Capitol Watch_ It's a nerve-wracking weekend for thousands of City of Denver employees who are waiting to find out if they still have a job. ## [Senator Michael Bennet announces over $25 million for Colorado projects](https://www.koaa.com/news/capitol-watch/senator-michael-bennet-requests-over-25-million-for-colorado-projects) _2025-08-02 · Ashleigh Quintana · Capitol Watch_ U.S. Senator Michael Bennet has announced that over $25 million has been requested for five Colorado projects.