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  • Colorado’s Wolf Reintroduction Faces New Federal Constraints

    Colorado’s Wolf Reintroduction Faces New Federal Constraints

    Colorado’s ambitious wolf reintroduction program has hit a significant regulatory snag. In late October 2025, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued a directive halting the importation of wolves from Canada and Alaska, citing legal limitations under the 10(j) rule of the Endangered Species Act. This rule governs experimental populations of endangered species and restricts…

  • Buffaloes Surge Past Cowboys in Electrifying Family Weekend Win

    Buffaloes Surge Past Cowboys in Electrifying Family Weekend Win

    The Colorado Buffaloes triumphed over the Wyoming Cowboys 37–20 during Family Weekend at Folsom Field, improving their record to 2–2. Quarterback K.J. Salter excelled, leading a powerful second quarter. Colorado’s defense ultimately secured the win with a crucial safety and touchdown, energizing fans and building momentum for the upcoming week.

  • Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Wolf Protections in the Northern Rockies

    Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Wolf Protections in the Northern Rockies

    In a landmark decision for wildlife conservation, Senior U.S. District Judge Donald Molloy ruled that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) violated the law when it denied Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections for gray wolves in the Northern Rocky Mountains. The ruling stems from a lawsuit filed by four leading conservation organizations: the Center…

  • Bridging the Divide: Colorado’s Largest Wildlife Overpass Rises Over I-25 to Protect Animals and Drivers

    Bridging the Divide: Colorado’s Largest Wildlife Overpass Rises Over I-25 to Protect Animals and Drivers

    Colorado has initiated construction on its largest wildlife overpass to decrease vehicle-wildlife collisions along Interstate 25. This $22 million project aims to restore migratory paths for native species. With features mimicking natural terrain and serving as a research hub, it’s seen as vital for ecological connectivity and safety. Completion is expected by late 2026.

  • Gray Wolves Expanding in Colorado: New Tracking Insights

    Gray Wolves Expanding in Colorado: New Tracking Insights

    Colorado’s gray wolves are expanding their range into the Western Slope, with at least one venturing towards the Utah border. A new map displays wolf activity from January 21 to February 25, 2025, showing movements across several counties. While the reintroduction aids ecosystem restoration, it poses challenges for local residents and wildlife management.