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Rob Schorr/Colorado Natural Heritage ProgramIt would still be illegal to harm Mountain West species, such as jumping mice, migratory birds and desert tortoises, but their habitats may no longer be federally protected. -
Most of the states in our region have at least one county that violates the Environmental Protection Agency's National Ambient Air Quality Standard, with the most problematic issues involving particulates in the air and heat.
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The Utah Rivers Council has teamed up with several cities to offer $57 rain barrels as a way to conserve water and support Great Salt Lake. -
Since 2018, Denver has given 140 bison to 10 tribes. This year, the city transferred 23 bison to tribes with the help of the InterTribal Buffalo Council. -
National Parks Week begins this weekend, kicking off with free entry to all parks on April 19. The park service says visitors may experience varying hours and other changes. -
Plants use toxic chemicals to protect themselves from insects, herbivores, and pathogens. But they also need to attract animals to carry their seeds. Here's how researchers are exploring those needs. -
Climate Central analyzed data from the National Park Service and found that by 2050, the 25 most visited parks are likely to have five times as many extremely hot days. -
A strong high pressure system will keep Utah seeing high temperatures and clear skies for the rest of the week. -
Higher elevations will see temperatures peak in the forties, with the tip of the Uintas reaching 35 degrees. Northern Utah will have highs in the mid to upper 60s.
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Russ Scholl's "periodic table of snow" contains more than 100 different slang names for snow.
