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GJPD warns residents of impersonation scam
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - The Grand Junction Police Department (GJPD) is warning residents about a scam going around. The GJPD has received multiple calls from people saying someone is posing as a GJPD officer or member of the IRS. The scammer demands money from the victim in order to not have them arrested for a warrant they have, which again is a scam.
Temperatures for Fat Tire Festival are set to be pleasant
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — This weekend Fat Tire Festival in Fruita takes place and temperatures are expected to be in the upper 70’s and low 80’s. On Sunday wind speeds are expected to pick up before a cool down in the early work week. The early work week also bring showers to the high regions.
Razorback Sucker Fish makes return
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX)–In discussions about Colorado natives, the Razorback suckers exemplify a unique level of native identity. Previously listed as endangered for 33 years, conservation initiatives are bolstering the resilience of this long-standing species. Razorback suckers have inhabited Palisades for over five million years, playing a crucial role in the Colorado River’s ecosystem. Acting as nature’s cleaners, they consume detritus like dead fish and slime, thereby maintaining river health. Their significance extends beyond ecological balance, as creatures such as bald eagles and bears rely on native fish populations for sustenance. Physically distinctive, razorback suckers are North America’s largest sucker fish, growing over three feet long and weighing up to forty pounds. Their nomadic nature sees them covering hundreds of miles annually. Notably, conservationists have tracked one ancient razorback sucker from Utah to Grand Junction along the Colorado River. Other ancient survivors include the humpback chub, pikeminnow, and bonytail chub, each with unique habitat preferences. While conservation efforts are a promising start, securing the future of these relics necessitates the commitment of future generations.
Sunshine Today and Tomorrow with Rain on Sunday.
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - The last day of the work week is warm, with temperatures reaching the mid-70s. Between 3 and 5 PM, Grand Junction will be about 71°. Radar shows a beautiful expanse of clear skies right now and is expected to remain consistent throughout the majority of the day today and the entirety of the day tomorrow.
Syphilis cases on the rise in Colorado
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - From 2018 to 2023, the number of syphilis cases in Colorado more than tripled, and this year alone, Colorado has seen a staggering number of cases in newborn babies. The best way to prevent the spread of the disease is to get tested, and treatment...
Wind picks up on Friday, then wind and rain arrive on Sunday
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - A series of weather disturbances will bring wind to the Western Slope, but rain and snow will hold off until Sunday night. Wind picked up on Thursday afternoon ahead of an approaching upper level weather disturbance. The wind will subside overnight and Friday morning. That disturbance will pass north of us and bring some rain and snow to parts of Northwestern Colorado. We won’t get the rain or the snow from Grand Junction south to the Four Corners. We will get some wind, however. Wind gusts will increase to 25-30 mph starting between 10 AM and noon. We’ll stay gusty through the afternoon and early evening, then the wind will subside between about 7 PM and 10 PM.
Fruita named as one of the best cities to live in
FRUITA, Colo. (KKCO) - The City of Fruita was named by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live in the United States. The little fossil-filled cycling community received a boost in town pride after the recognition, and if you have been to Fruita, you may know that it is one of those places with a unique charm that you would struggle to find elsewhere.
Latin-Anglo Alliance hosting Cinco De Mayo event Saturday
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — The Latin-Anglo Alliance Foundation is hosting its Cinco De Mayo event on Saturday. To get you prepared for the event, Therese Moran and Armando Lara dropped by the studio to give you all the details. The event, which has been hosted annually for over...
CMU spring concert brings Ja Rule to Grand Junction
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - The CMU spring concert is a chance for college students to relax and unwind after a long school year. This year’s edition brought early 2000′s rap back, and saw Ja Rule and Petey Pablo find their way to Las Colonias Amphitheater in Grand Junction.
Nostrand’s defensive wizardry takes Play of the Week
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Central High School’s Ryland Nostrand won with the glove, and won this week’s Play of the Week poll. During last week’s rivalry matchup between the Central Warriors and Grand Junction Tigers, on a pitch from Dayton Timbreza that was barreled up by Grand Junction’s Clayton Scarbrough Nostrand, on the run was able to field the ball, spin and fire to first to rob a base hit. The ballgame wound up being a narrow 3-2 Warrior win over their rivals, so any and all outs were critical in the winning effort.
Amazon will open a new facility in Grand Junction
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - Amazon announced its plan to expand its investment in Colorado by opening a new delivery station in Grand Junction. The new facility is currently under construction near the Grand Junction Regional Airport. The 38,000-square-foot site is on Saccomanno Road. The facility is a ‘last-mile’ facility....
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