Cold kills fish in Cherry Creek

October 27th, 2009  |  Published in The Denver Post

DENVER — A major fish kill that occurred in Cherry Creek in downtown Denver today was a “natural occurring event,” according to Jennifer Churchill of the Colorado Division of Wildlife.

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Power rates spike in some states

August 21st, 2008  |  Published in Stateline.org

WASHINGTON — Around the country, electric utilities’ requests for rate increases have spiked in recent weeks, stemming from high-priced fuels such as coal and natural gas that are used to generate power. Those fuel price hikes — blamed on an increase in worldwide energy demand — are being passed on to ratepayers.

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States scramble to ease pain at the pump

May 28th, 2008  |  Published in Stateline.org

WASHINGTON — As fuel prices across the country pass $4 a gallon, many states are offering motorists at the start of the summer driving season suggestions and some solutions for relief.

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