Sam Brasch

2 weeks ago | durangotelegraph.com | Allen Best |Bente Birkeland |Sam Brasch

There’s about to be another reason to pull off 1-70 in Idaho Springs other than Beau Jo’s pizza. Work began last week on a $58 million gondola that will haul people 1,300 feet up the mountain from the historic Argo Mill in town. There, folks can stop off at The Outpost, a three-level building, to grab a bite or drink, soak up the sun and views, or explore surrounding trails.

3 weeks ago | durangotelegraph.com | Sam Brasch |Missy Votel

The moose is loose, and don’t mess with her. This week, Colorado Parks and Wildlife issued a warning about potentially aggressive cow moose as they protect their young during calving season. The warning was issued in the wake of three recent attacks, which occurred in Park, Grand and Routt counties. Folks are advised to be extra vigilant near water with thick vegetation, where moose often hide their young and be forewarned: nothing pisses them off more than furry four-legged hiking companions.

3 weeks ago | durangotelegraph.com | Sam Brasch

Colorado wildlife officials killed a wolf in Pitkin County on Thursday night, marking the first time the state has resorted to lethal removal since it began reintroducing the species in late 2023. The decision came after nearby ranchers reported a string of wolf attacks around Memorial Day weekend. Those incidents left two calves dead and injured four additional cattle, leading livestock operators to call on Colorado Parks and Wildlife to shoot any wolves behind the incidents.

3 weeks ago | boisestatepublicradio.org | Sam Brasch

Energy Secretary Chris Wright is a former oil and gas executive who calls himself a “climate realist.” He acknowledges the planet is warming, but believes it’s not a crisis. He’s now leading a department charged with developing new, climate-friendly energy sources. Colorado Public Radio’s Sam Brasch reports. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR

3 weeks ago | wbur.org | Sam Brasch

HomeRadioHere & NowWhy Energy Secretary Chris Wright believes climate change isn't a crisisJune 04, 2025Sam Brasch, Colorado Public RadioEnergy Secretary Chris Wright is a former oil and gas executive who calls himself a "climate realist." He acknowledges the planet is warming, but believes it's not a crisis. He's now leading a department charged with developing new, climate-friendly energy sources. Colorado Public Radio's Sam Brasch reports. This segment airs on June 4, 2025.