Kierra Sam

Colorado Springs

Digital Journalist at KBMT-TV (Beaumont, TX)

Anchor and Reporter at KPAX-TV (Missoula, MT)

News Anchor/Reporter 🗞 •Texas raised 🤠• @UHouston alumna ❤️🐾 • Story ideas? Email me at [email protected]

Articles

Montana Morning Headlines: Wednesday, June 4, 2025

2 days ago | kpax.com | Kierra Sam

WESTERN MONTANA — Here's a look at Western Montana's top news stories for Wednesday. On Tuesday, Providence St. Patrick Hospital announced it will close its Family Maternity Center on October 10. Citing declining birth rates and workforce shortages, the hospital is coordinating with Western Montana Clinic and Community Medical Center to ensure expectant mothers receive seamless care during the transition.
CDHS looking to add more farmers to SNAP Produce Bonus program

1 week ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

BLACK FOREST, Colo. (KOAA) — A groundbreaking program in Colorado is helping low-income families access fresh produce at local farmers' markets. For many families, the cost of fresh fruits and vegetables can be out of reach, but the Colorado SNAP Produce Bonus is trying to help by putting more food on the table and more money in local farmers' pockets. “We have a lot of radishes, hakurei turnips. We just harvested our first arugula.
Major airlines see increase in number of passenger complaints, report shows

3 weeks ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Over the past few years, people have been traveling more than ever, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. From lost baggage to delayed flights, travelers also have more to complain about, according to a report released Thursday by the Colorado Public Interest Research Group (CoPirg). As we head into one of the busiest travel seasons of the year, a consumer advocate explains how to steer clear of the top frustrations fliers faced this past year.
Confused about those Terms of Service agreements? Colorado professor explains how to use AI to help

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Kierra Sam

COLOADO SPRINGS, Colo. — When you click "I agree" to a website's terms of service, you're entering into a legally binding contract. It's a detail many of us overlook in our increasingly digital lives. Now, think back to the last time you read an entire Terms of Service agreement. Chances are, you probably haven't. It's usually lengthy and packed with legal jargon that's hard to understand for most. “I tried to read the whole 11 pages of Terms of Services.
A.I. expert explains a simpler way to examine Terms of Service

3 weeks ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — When you click "I agree" to a website's terms of service, you're entering into a legally binding contract. It's a detail many of us overlook in our increasingly digital lives. Now, think back to the last time you read an entire terms of service agreement. Chances are, you probably haven't. It's usually lengthy and packed with legal jargon that's hard to understand for most. “I tried to read the whole 11 pages of Terms of Services.
Black maternal mortality rates highlight ongoing health inequities

3 weeks ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

COLORADO (KOAA) — Across the country, Black women face significant disparities in the quality of health care they receive. These disparities directly affect maternal health and limit access to essential treatment. Black women in America have the highest maternal mortality rate in the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC. “Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than White women,” the CDC says.
New Right to Repair Law set to empower Colorado consumers

4 weeks ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

COLORADO (KOAA) — Starting January 1, 2026, a new Colorado law will give residents the legal right to repair a wide range of digital electronic devices without being forced to go through the original manufacturer. Consumer advocates say the law could lead to more affordable repairs and greater access to independent service providers across the state.
Hidden Risk of Summer Break: How to prevent student summer learning loss

1 month ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

COLORADO SPRINGS — As summer approaches, many families are feeling the financial pinch, especially when it comes to summer camp. Beyond the rising price tag, experts say that what’s at stake is more than your wallet. For people like the Badial family in Colorado Springs, summer means quality time outdoors and carefully budgeting for their two daughters’ camp experience. “A lot of camping, hiking, fishing, disc golf, and spending time with the family,” said Robert Badial.
Fraud-Free Summer: How to choose safe, legit camps for your children

1 month ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — As summer approaches, many kids will soon be heading off to camp. But before you sign up and pay, pay attention. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is shedding light on what they call a “seasonal scam,” misleading parents searching for summer camps for their children. "Right now, as we enter summer, we're looking at scams that involve vacations or summer camps," said Adah Rodriguez, BBB Executive Vice President of Strategic Programs and Operations.
Colorado trade schools see enrollment rise as national numbers expected to climb

1 month ago | koaa.com | Kierra Sam

PUEBLO — Choosing a career is one of life’s biggest decisions. For many, switching paths later in life often means starting over with finances front and center. That’s one reason trade schools are seeing a surge in interest across the country. IntelliTec College, a trade school that has three campuses across Colorado, reports enrollment is on the rise. A 2025 study from the market research agency Validated Insights Inc.