World's largest acidic geyser erupts in Yellowstone after years of silence
Echinus Geyser is about 66 feet wide and is surrounded by rocks that resemble sea urchins.
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Echinus Geyser is about 66 feet wide and is surrounded by rocks that resemble sea urchins.
Standing for more than a century, Old Faithful Inn "has the distinction of being considered a benchmark of national park architecture."
The bear was killed by park staff in Yellowstone last week because it posed a risk to public safety, the park said in a news release.
The hydrothermal explosion happened in Yellowstone National Park's Biscuit Basin just before 10 a.m. local time on Tuesday, July 23.
While the explosion was considered small, it unleashed "a massive amount of rocks and dirt" that shattered a fence and killed nearby trees.
The hydrothermal explosion at Yellowstone took place near Biscuit Basin's Sapphire Pool on Tuesday morning, erupting boiling water and steam into the air, officials said.
A 72-year-old man killed a grizzly bear in Flathead County, Montana after it attacked him while he was out picking berries.
Five people were driving Thursday morning near a semi-centennial geyser thermal pool when it went off the road.
A person with a gun who authorities said was making threats in Yellowstone National Park died after a shootout with park rangers, officials said in a statement.
A huge section of the Wyoming mountain highway Teton Pass collapsed in a landslide Saturday. Officials said it will be closed indefinitely.
An 83-year-old South Carolina woman suffered serious injuries when a bison in Yellowstone National Park lifted her about a foot in the air with its horns.
This marks the first confirmed case of chronic wasting disease in Yellowstone National Park, officials said.
Officials ruled out a rare predatory attack, which suggests the marathon runner died following a chance bear encounter while likely running or walking.
Bison are unpredictable and can run three times faster than humans. They can be dangerous when approached, according to the National Park Service.
"Some actions by visitors have led to the endangerment of people and wildlife and resulted in the death of wildlife," the park said.
Law enforcement at the park have opened an investigation into the incident.
A grizzly bear that appeared to have been killed was found near Yellowstone National Park, prompting an investigation from state and federal officials.
Yellowstone visitors have been cautioned to "be especially alert" as bears that emerge from hibernation can be particularly aggressive in their search for food.
No other remains were found after a search of Abyss Pool but investigators noted apparent "fatty tissues" floating in the 140-degree Fahrenheit pool.
The animals' eyes don't reflect light like deer do, contributing to the difficulty in seeing them on the road, officials said.
Limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius is the only way to save the remaining glaciers, but last week the U.N. warned there's "no credible pathway" for that to happen.
A bison gored a Colorado man in Yellowstone National Park.
Most of Yellowstone National Park should re-open within the next two weeks — much faster than originally expected after record floods pounded the Yellowstone region last week and knocked out major roads, federal officials said Sunday.
Aurora police officers rushed to the crash scene just before 6 a.m. at East Iliff Avenue and South Elkhart Street.
In Colorado, childcare is often the highest household expense, costing families between an average of $1200 to $1800 per child per month.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Two future WNBA players have played at Grandview High School in Aurora over the past ten years, and the school has won 5 CHSAA State titles.
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
Aurora police officers rushed to the crash scene just before 6 a.m. at East Iliff Avenue and South Elkhart Street.
In Colorado, childcare is often the highest household expense, costing families between an average of $1200 to $1800 per child per month.
Two future WNBA players have played at Grandview High School in Aurora over the past ten years, and the school has won 5 CHSAA State titles.
A widespread cyberattack targeting the learning platform Canvas is disrupting thousands of schools across the country, including in Colorado. It's hitting students at one of the worst possible times: finals week.
The thefts come at a time when many are already struggling to keep up with rising gas prices. The average price for gas in Colorado is $4.40 a gallon — up about 15 cents in just the past week, and 60 cents in the past month.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Boulder High School celebrates 150 years with a star-studded celebration featuring local celebrities.
Aurora police investigated a deadly crash near Iliff and Chambers early Friday morning.
Parker police are asking the public to use a new online tool to help track illegal E-bikes on city streets.
Firefighting crews in the Denver metro area responded to separate fires overnight, one in Arvada and the other in Littleton.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
The Colorado Avalanche quickly drove away any doubt the team would be ready to start the second round Sunday.
On Sunday, the Colorado Avalanche are facing another one of the top teams in the NHL.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Held every spring in Louisville, Kentucky, the event is also known for its over-the-top hats and vibrant suits and dresses.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
Three of the nation's major scholarly groups challenged the Trump administration's cuts to humanities grants.
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
Three of the nation's major scholarly groups challenged the Trump administration's cuts to humanities grants.
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
Three U.S. Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz came under attack on Thursday, and the U.S. struck on two Iranian ports abutting the strait, putting into question an increasingly fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
Health officials have identified at least eight confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus tied to an outbreak on the M/V Hondius cruise ship.
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least five states, health officials said.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
Since his second term started, President Trump has introduced a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharmaceutical industry.
The new TrumpRx program relies partly on connecting consumers with discount coupons offered by drugmakers. For insured patients, though, using a coupon can prove dicey.
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
One of Aurora's fastest-growing areas is running into an unexpected and confusing obstacle: uncertainty over whether natural gas service will be available for thousands of new homes and a school already under construction.
As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.
New data shows artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for layoffs, even as economists debate whether it is truly displacing workers.
City-funded contractors have been moving through Denver neighborhoods, replacing sections of sidewalks, frustrating some homeowners. The work was part of a broader program aimed at making city sidewalks more usable and accessible.
While touring the Marvin Foote Youth Services Center, Colorado state officials described the efforts behind massive changes being made to operations across juvenile detention facilities statewide.
Another Colorado family has come forward after they say they were charged thousands of dollars for having a lock changed.
State regulators are warning bad actors who are bringing hemp‑derived, often chemically-altered products into the state's legal marijuana system that there will be consequences.
A new, nearly 700-page report describes the Evergreen High School shooter's every move the day of the shooting last September, the law enforcement response, and interviews with friends, family, teachers, and witnesses.