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When is new forecast really new?

WASHINGTON – Before the first snow fell, U.S. meteorologists realized there was a good chance the late-winter storm wasn’t going to produce giant snow totals in big Northeast cities as predi...

DATE: Mar 18, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

Shriveling heat

Global warming could cause some mammals to shrink in size

DATE: Mar 18, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

Lawmakers want Colorado ready for driverless vehicles

Technology could reduce crashes, improve mobility for elderly, supporters say

DATE: Mar 16, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

So, what’s on the menu?

New study of Neanderthals’ teeth shows more varied diet than thought

DATE: Mar 11, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

Climate change taking toll on ocean life

Study shows global warming hurting major hot spots for fish species

DATE: Feb 24, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

50,000-year-old microbes found in crystals in cave

BOSTON – In a Mexican cave system so beautiful and hot that it is called both Fairyland and hell, scientists have discovered life trapped in crystals that could be 50,000 years old. ...

DATE: Feb 24, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

Colorado Discovery Festival showcases careers in science

Events encourages students to have fun, think about the future

DATE: Feb 18, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Weak La Niña fades away after just four months

WASHINGTON – La Niña, we hardly knew ye. U.S. weather forecasters said Thursday the cool flip side to the climate phenomenon El Niño has faded away. The La Niña episode...

DATE: Feb 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

Big gulp

This black hole is taking its time to devour distance star

DATE: Feb 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

Primates may be facing extinction

WASHINGTON – Gorillas, monkeys, lemurs and other primates are in danger of becoming extinct, and scientists say it’s our fault that our closest living relatives are in trouble, a new interna...

DATE: Jan 27, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

‘Fairy circles’ may not be so magical

Theory suggests termites, plant life may create intricate patterns

DATE: Jan 27, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

Climate change will bring mild surprise

Global warming will steal 10 picture-perfect days each year, study finds

DATE: Jan 20, 2017 | CATEGORY: Science

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Photos: Riders compete in the IHBC mountain bike pro races

Photos: Riders battle it out in IHBC men’s professional road raceAnother successful Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race held on Saturday

Another successful Iron Horse Bicycle Classic road race held on Saturday

Photos: Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s professional road raceSaturday’s women’s race for first place was a thriller, with Durango’s Lauren Aggeler earning a come-from-behind victory

Saturday’s women’s race for first place was a thriller, with Durango’s Lauren Aggeler earning a come-from-behind victory

Photos: 2024 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic McDonalds Citizen TourMultiple area cyclists hit the highway for the annual event on Saturday

Multiple area cyclists hit the highway for the annual event on Saturday

Photos: Durango High School’s Class of 2024 graduates285 seniors receive their diplomas on Friday night

285 seniors receive their diplomas on Friday night

Photos: Steamworks wins annual ‘Battle of the Animas’Steamworks created separation from the pack near the end to win on Wednesday; Ska Brewing takes second, Eolus places third

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Steamworks created separation from the pack near the end to win on Wednesday; Ska Brewing takes second, Eolus places third

PHOTOS: Bayfield High School’s Class of 2024 graduatesSeventy-two graduating students celebrate milestone on Sunday at Wolverine Country Stadium

Seventy-two graduating students celebrate milestone on Sunday at Wolverine Country Stadium

PHOTOS: Durango 9-R’s Title VI Native American Education program celebrates Class of 2024Graduates represent seven tribes, including Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute and Navajo Diné, on Saturday

Graduates represent seven tribes, including Southern Ute, Ute Mountain Ute and Navajo Diné, on Saturday

PHOTOS: Vallecito Lake Heavy HalfMark Schenberger of Durango won Saturday’s half-marathon at Vallecito Reservoir

Mark Schenberger of Durango won Saturday’s half-marathon at Vallecito Reservoir

Photos: Durango faces Dakota Ridge in girls soccer playoffsDHS lost 2-1 in Wednesday’s playoff opener

DHS lost 2-1 in Wednesday’s playoff opener

When is new forecast really new?

Shriveling heat

Lawmakers want Colorado ready for driverless vehicles

So, what’s on the menu?

Climate change taking toll on ocean life

50,000-year-old microbes found in crystals in cave

Colorado Discovery Festival showcases careers in science

Weak La Niña fades away after just four months

Big gulp

Primates may be facing extinction

‘Fairy circles’ may not be so magical

Climate change will bring mild surprise

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