There are many political differences between Nevada, Oregon, Colorado and Idaho, but their voters had a common answer when asked if they’d like to adopt such a system: No.

The current version of the bill – which covers crop insurance, conservation programs and nutrition assistance – was written almost six years ago.

It has been known for some time that heavy metal content in soils after wildfires can increase. New research suggests that fire retardants used in suppression efforts could be playing a role.

A new federal study shows 20% of Americans, including people in the Mountain West, might be drinking water contaminated by PFAS. They’re called “forever chemicals” and have been linked to cancer and other health problems.

More than 60 grizzlies have been struck by trains in Montana and Idaho over the last 15 years. Some say warning systems could help.

Seven ballot measures across the country in support of reproductive rights passed in elections this week, including three in the Mountain West.

In roughly the last two decades, sage grouse populations have declined by over 40%.

In Wyoming, the far-right caucus has been particularly successful. After the recent election, the group will hold a majority in the state house.

In many natural history museums, bee specimens are accompanied by little slips of paper that have details about each specimen, like the species name, who found it, where and when. It’s a treasure trove of data but it needs to be digitized.

While many traditionally look at polling data to predict who will win the election, others are measuring candidate enthusiasm through online searches for Harris and Trump campaign merch.