Wyoming and Colorado agree to coordinate carbon storage wells
They’ll notify one another when well projects are proposed within a mile of the shared state border. And the model may expand to neighboring...
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20 of 31 episodesAI technology expands in the Mountain West to reduce wildfires
AI technology expands in the Mountain West to reduce wildfires
Music therapy program helps new mothers navigate postpartum depression
Note-Able Music Therapy Services launched “Take a Beat,” a free program designed to help new parents manage stress, anxiety and isolation af...
How many federal public lands jobs did the Mountain West lose?
A new analysis of public federal workforce data shows about 5,800 fewer workers at public lands agencies in 2025 compared to the year before...
Why choose a mobile vet clinic for your pet?
Getting medical care for your animals can be a hassle for the owner and even the pets themselves. But locals have found that mobile vet clin...
The entire National Science Board was fired – UNR scientists weigh in
The Trump Administration fired the entire board overseeing the National Science Foundation. UNR scientists respond.
EPA proposal to roll back coal ash rules raises groundwater concerns in the Mountain West
The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to roll back federal coal ash cleanup rules, raising concerns about groundwater contaminati...
Abortion providers prep for more patients amid telehealth uncertainty
Getting the common abortion medication mifepristone via telehealth, mail or pharmacies was banned over the weekend. The U.S. Supreme Court h...
Mountain West cities rank among most polluted as half of U.S. children breathe unhealthy air
A new report from the American Lung Association finds about half of U.S. children are living in areas with unhealthy air quality, and severa...
Free, bilingual clinic in Reno expands access to care for underserved communities
A familiar community space in Reno is taking on a new role. Inside the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows, a new clinic is offering free,...
As potentially significant season kicks off, the U.S. Wildland Fire Service’s first chief shares priorities
“Suppression is always going to be there,” Chief Brian Fennessy told the Mountain West News Bureau. “But we're not going to suppress our way...
These Spring Creek students want to name Nevada’s first state fruit
Did you know Nevada is one of just 10 states without an official state fruit or berry? After learning that, a group of fifth graders in Spri...
Claims of harassment by library trustee go unaddressed, despite public outcry
Last month, two community members told KUNR they’d been harassed by Library Board Trustee Gianna Jacks. But during a recent meeting, her fel...
Can Nevada expect a major earthquake?
A recent string of earthquakes has shaken western Nevada over the past two weeks. But while a major quake is less likely here than in Califo...
Data center growth shifts toward rural America, including the Mountain West, report finds
The U.S. already has about 3,000 data centers — and that number is expected to grow quickly in the coming years. A new report finds much of...
Potential economic impacts of the new soccer stadium
A new development featuring a 6,000 seat soccer stadium along with a hotel, casino and retail makes its way to Reno. But, what impacts could...
Early-stage research hopes to have sheep and robots cohabitate
At the University of Nevada, Reno, researchers are combining robotics, artificial intelligence, and agriculture. The early stages of this re...
Incline High School lands top 10 finish at national Constitution competition
Incline High School in Lake Tahoe has earned a top 10 finish at the national “We the People” competition in Washington, D.C., standing out a...
How the Discovery Science Museum is reshaping bilingual exhibits for a wider audience
The Discovery Science Museum is looking for ways to reach a broader audience. One way they’re doing this is through bilingual exhibitions in...
Reno City Council takes first step toward changing data center development rules
Amid large community pressure, Reno City Council voted to pass agenda item C1, taking steps toward more unified regulations for data center...