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National Park Service/HandoutFederal wildlife officials downlisted the razorback sucker from "endangered" to "threatened," saying populations had bounced back. Environmentalists argue those populations aren't yet self-sustaining. -
U.S. Forest ServiceIn a new study, animals were less likely to flee near popular trails compared to more remote parts of the forest. Researchers are considering several possible explanations for why.
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Boulder City officials said Bureau of Land Management officials never worked with them on approving the data center. They also expressed concern over environmental impact. -
High temperatures and a poor snowpack led to a lackluster winter for nearby ski resorts. But according to experts and trail users, those conditions could have consequences for summer sports, too. -
Extreme heat accelerates chemical reactions that produce harmful ozone, which is especially a problem for major metro areas. Wildfires also create particulate matter that can impact health. -
Lake Powell and Lake Mead store water from the Colorado River that's used by millions. The combined amount of water in both reservoirs is currently the lowest it has been in nearly 70 years. -
Environmental advocates argue that new water-sharing rules can and should keep the river flowing for plants, animals, people, and infrastructure. -
One of the biggest concerns with solar is a loss of farmland. However, new research found that solar uses half a percent or less of prime farmland in each state. -
As the nation turns 250, the State of the States report took a look at quality of life across the states. It showed that economics don't always determine well-being. -
The Department of the Interior is giving at least 20 trails more signage and marketing. Many could be in the West, including Utah's Bonneville Shoreline Trail. -
Large fires are raging in Utah and across the West. One of the most common fire safety mistakes is leaving campfires unattended or not fully extinguishing them. -
The new chapter will cover about 650 workers at park sites or offices in states like Utah, New Mexico, and Montana. They're not the first to unionize after cuts to the federal workforce.
