Climate Funding: Gov. Polis and the Colorado Energy Office awarded $30 million in grants to 18 local and tribal governments for policies and projects cutting emissions, improving air quality, and boosting energy efficiency. Water Costs & Drought: Denver Water will raise system development “tap fees” about 30% starting July 1, as drought pressures water health and value. Drought Impacts at State Parks: Sylvan Lake and Rifle Gap State Parks in northwest Colorado are tightening operations—Sylvan Lake shut off 17 public spigots and Rifle Gap reduced boat access—because wells and reservoir levels are running low. Groundwater Cleanup Oversight: Colorado regulators are reviewing Xcel’s plan to pump and treat coal-ash groundwater contamination near Boulder, with critics warning other legacy landfills may also be contributing. Wildlife & Public Safety: CPW closed Golden’s Apex Park after a bear attack and Jefferson County’s Apex Park after a first reported bear attack of 2026; CPW also reports a moose attack in Teller County and warns recreationists about wildlife. Wildlife Disease Research: A new study finds chronic wasting disease prions can spread from deer that look healthy, raising stakes for hunters and wildlife managers. Local Resilience Planning: Aspen hosted a “Here & Now Tour” on building community resilience to climate disasters, urging fossil-fuel polluters to help shoulder costs. Creek Improvements Debate: Colorado Springs’ creek plan won’t include Cottonwood Creek, prompting residents to question water quality and cleanup priorities.