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The project is still in the works and a formal land use application is still a few months away from submission, but council members told Theatre Aspen staff that they would prefer to put the project up for a vote at some point to let the public weigh in.
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Chris Council/Courtesy of the Aspen Security ForumThe six-month closure of the Aspen-Pitkin County Airport will force forum organizers to move the event next summer. -
Hal Williams/Courtesy of Climate CurveThe nonprofit announced the winners of its annual Keeling Curve Prize on July 1 in Aspen. It also showcased past laureates, who credited their success to receiving the award. -
Halle Zander/Aspen Public RadioThe city of Aspen broke ground on the state of Colorado’s first car-to-pedestrian transition in 1976. A series of public events and installations honoring the landmark’s 50th anniversary this summer culminated in an art parade last month. -
Courtesy UCR FireThe Battlement Trail Fire is 99% contained. Fire officials said in a statement Monday evening that crews will remain on scene for the next few days to monitor hot spots and ensure the safety of nearby trails and recreation areas before declaring full containment.
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On today's newscast: R-H, the luxury home furnishings brand, now fully owns the former Crystal Palace building, in Glenwood Springs, the National Weather Service is predicting temperatures in the triple digits through next Wednesday, a federal appeals court has revived a Colorado voter intimidation lawsuit tied to the aftermath of the 2020 election, and more.
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National Park Service/FlickrThe new chapter will cover about 650 workers at 12 park sites or offices in New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Arizona, Montana and other states. -
Daniel SpauldingAs the iconic Route 66 turns 100 years old and the United States marks its 250th anniversary, a Pueblo-owned restaurant in New Mexico offers a different way to think about American history. -
This year’s already strong El Niño is strengthening, a trend with potentially significant implications for the intense – and now tragic – fire season.
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Author photo courtesy of Heather HansmanIn her latest book Fierce Country, Heather Hansman tells the stories of three women whose experiences helped shape the region, but whose stories have largely gone untold.
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Francisco Seco/APPresident Trump says he is refusing to sign the bill without Congress first passing his sweeping voter ID bill. -
Halle-Jean MarchWe're in that phase of summer pop doldrums when the same songs seem to be on repeat week after week. Can Stella Lefty, Yung Miami or Malcolm Todd make a run to crack the top 10? -
Wakil Kohsar/AFP/via Getty ImagesA newly announced ban on smartphones for government workers, police and military personnel is spilling over into healthcare and educational facilities. Ordinary citizens worry they'll be next. -
Louisa MengThe singular singer's third album finds a message worthy of her instrument: Great romances are defined not by what you want, but by the act of wanting.
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Meet Count Binface: the challenger from another planet taking on Nigel Farage as questions over the Reform UK leader's finances overshadow his election comeback. -
Two 15-year-olds were allegedly drinking alcohol and shooting toy guns from a driverless taxi when the company disabled it and alerted police. -
Republicans on Capitol Hill are starting to talk about one facet of immigration reform: how to expand the popular H-2A visa program for farm laborers. They face obstacles. -
Many schools rely on consumer fees funneled through the federal government to cut internet costs. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr called for ending this program before Donald Trump tapped him for the job. -
During the last election, when struggling to find a memorable attack line against Kamala Harris, Trump eventually landed on "Comrade Kamala." -
When the U.S. brokered a ceasefire last year, Israel controlled half of Gaza. Now Israeli forces have pushed deeper, and Palestinians are paying a deadly price.
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