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Detlev Helmig Was Frugal With Tax Dollars. Then CU Fired Him for Misusing Funds.

A climate scientist's dismissal inflames the fracking debate at a critical time.

Coronavirus answers: floating in the sewage

Wastewater sampling shows promise of being an effective method of estimating the number of infected residents in a locale.

Who will resist fracking’s powerful defenders?

Activists want a fracking ban like New York State's. But Colorado Dems succumb to industry's lobbying power.

Data show fracking wells pollute Boulder County air

Measurements at Boulder Reservoir verify high air pollution levels from oil and gas activity in nearby Weld County.

Hiking high country, sobering signs of drought

Challenged by the dry and hot weather, the trees, flowers and grasses were doing everything they could to survive.

Recycling: snappy little video sorts it out

This short, city-produced video clarifies the "hmmm" questions you've been having about recycling and compost.

“Density” sloganeering can lull you to sleep

Big piggies are oh-so-cleverly greenwashing their big greed by telling us a big night-night story.

Rally in support of science research draws 1,000 to Boulder bandshell

What Congress does to preserve science funding depends on what citizens do with their hands -- and feet.

Boulder hangs tough, continues push for municipal electric system

"Muni" supporters rallied outside, then cheered the night's vote by City Council to continue the fight.

Can Commisioners and people stop Boulder County’s impending fracking assault?

One source predicts 1800 fracking wells may invade Boulder County. To predict effects on environment and health, look northward.