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Winners Announced for the Secretary of State's 2026 Florida Main Street Awards
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 9 -- Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd issued the following news release:
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Winners Announced for the Secretary of State's 2026 Florida Main Street Awards
Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced the winners of the Secretary of State's 2026 Florida Main Street Awards during the Preservation on Main Street Conference in Historic Cocoa Village.
To commemorate America's 250th anniversary, this year's conference included patriotic themes with special award categories recognizing the innovative projects, people, organizations, and businesses in Florida's 55 Main
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TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 9 -- Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd issued the following news release:
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Winners Announced for the Secretary of State's 2026 Florida Main Street Awards
Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced the winners of the Secretary of State's 2026 Florida Main Street Awards during the Preservation on Main Street Conference in Historic Cocoa Village.
To commemorate America's 250th anniversary, this year's conference included patriotic themes with special award categories recognizing the innovative projects, people, organizations, and businesses in Florida's 55 MainStreet Communities. The awards ceremony was held in July at Kennedy Space Center.
"I am proud to recognize the success and achievement of this year's award winners," said Secretary of State Cord Byrd. "Their efforts to promote economic development and historic preservation are important in revitalizing Florida's historic downtowns and represent the spirit of America250FL."
Spirit of '76 Volunteer of the Year
Laurie Todd -- Crystal River Main Street
Tracey Word -- MainStreet DeLand Association
Tom Caffrey -- Ormond Beach Main Street
Mark Sandler -- Stuart Main Street
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Paul Revere Local Leader of the Year
Debbie Manns -- New Port Richey Main Street
Mary Mathis -- Historic Plant City Main Street
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Committee of Correspondence Board Member of the Year
Don Hemmenway -- Melbourne Main Street
Karen Knox -- Historic Plant City Main Street
Audra Creech -- Stuart Main Street
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Alexander Hamilton Business Owner of the Year
Robert Beauchamp -- St. Cloud Main Street
Bill Moore -- Stuart Main Street
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American Made Award
Artisan Haven -- Brooksville Main Street
Anna Bananas -- MainStreet DeLand Association
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Distinctive Preservation Action
Tour BVL Historic Walking Tours -- Brooksville Main Street
City of Fort Pierce Highwayman Museum -- Lincoln Park Main Street
Disney Commemorative Plaque and Historical Marker -- Thorton Park Main Street
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Semiquincentennial Preservation Project
The Gibson Building -- Lake Wales Main Street
Quincy State Bank Building -- Quincy Main Street
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Benjamin Franklin Booster
The Ridgeline Lighting Initiative -- Main Street Wauchula Inc.
Highwayman Museum Mural -- Lincoln Park Main Street
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Thomas Paine Telling Your Story
New Port Richey Main Street's Marketing and Communications Program -- New Port Richey Main Street
Clermont Main Street's Story -- Clermont Main Street
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Celebrating Main Street
Saving Stuart: Then and Now -- Stuart Main Street
America250 Flag Walk -- Clermont Main Street
Roots and Rhythm -- St. Cloud Main Street
The Milk Run Community 5K and Milky Way -- Milk District Orlando
Book Festival -- Tarpon Springs Main Street
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Four Point Patriot
Burned Beard Brewing -- Quincy Main Street
Clermont on Screen -- Clermont Main Street
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Revolutionary Change
Main Street Kids Incorporated -- Historic Plant City Main Street
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14th Colony Representative
Space and Surf -- Cocoa Beach Main Street
History Mystery and Ghost Tour of Quincy's Historic Cemeteries -- Quincy Main Street
St. Cloud, Florida -- St. Cloud Main Street
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Founding Fathers
Main Street Wauchula Visionaries -- Main Street Wauchula
MainStreet DeLand Association
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The Four Notes
Palmetto Downtown Main Street
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Minuteman
Brandon Mowatt -- Brooksville Main Street
William "Rick" Heuser -- St. Cloud Main Street
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2026 Florida Main Street Anniversaries:
5 Years
Palmetto Downtown Main Street
Historic Goldsboro Main Street
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10 Years
Brooksville Main Street
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20 Years
Lincoln Park Main Street
Newberry Main Street
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25 Years
Deuces Live Main Street
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40 Years
Main Street Bartow
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For more information about Historic Cocoa Village go to visitcocoavillage.com
To learn more about the Florida Main Street program, visit Florida Main Street or follow on Facebook and Instagram.
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About Florida Main Street
Florida Main Street is a program administered by the Division of Historical Resources under the Florida Department of State, which currently oversees 54 communities throughout the state. By implementing the National Main Street Center's Four-Point Approach, Florida Main Street encourages economic development within the context of historic preservation through the revitalization of Florida's downtowns - the community's heart and soul.
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Original text here: https://dos.fl.gov/communications/press-releases/2026/winners-announced-for-the-secretary-of-state-s-2026-florida-main-street-awards/
R.I. DEM and The Nature Conservancy Conserve 27 Acres in Tiverton
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Sept. 9 -- The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued the following news release:
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DEM and The Nature Conservancy Conserve 27 Acres in Tiverton
PROVIDENCE, RI - The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) have conserved 27 acres of forestland in Tiverton, connecting Pocasset Ridge Conservation Area with Pardon Gray Preserve and Weetamoo Woods. TNC purchased the property for $400,000, with support from the Thomas and Dorothy Ginty Memorial Endowment Fund, the Bafflin Foundation and individual
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PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Sept. 9 -- The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued the following news release:
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DEM and The Nature Conservancy Conserve 27 Acres in Tiverton
PROVIDENCE, RI - The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) have conserved 27 acres of forestland in Tiverton, connecting Pocasset Ridge Conservation Area with Pardon Gray Preserve and Weetamoo Woods. TNC purchased the property for $400,000, with support from the Thomas and Dorothy Ginty Memorial Endowment Fund, the Bafflin Foundation and individualdonors. DEM secured a conservation easement from TNC with $225,000 from the U.S. Forest Service's Forest Legacy Program through the Inflation Reduction Act. The property will be managed as an addition to the Pocasset Ridge Conservation Area.
Over the past 25 years, DEM, TNC, the Tiverton Land Trust and the Tiverton Open Space Commission have partnered to increase conservation beyond Pardon Gray and Weetamoo along iconic Pocasset Ridge, protecting 1,600 acres of contiguous forest overlooking the Sakonnet. The Forest Legacy Program has been a cornerstone of the campaign, contributing more than $750,000 in federal funding to the effort.
"Forest conservation projects are challenging, and this high-priority acquisition was successful because of strong collaboration, support, and partnerships," said DEM Director Terry Gray. "DEM is grateful for the support of the U.S. Forest Service, along with TNC's proactive dedication to protect this property, which enabled this conservation win for the people of Rhode Island and our environment."
"Pocasset Ridge is truly exceptional, a classic example of the type of the diverse, mature forest that covered the Southern New England coast 400 years ago," said John Berg, TNC's Sakonnet landscape manager. "We've come such a long way toward conserving it for the future, but we still have more work to do, and not just for the wildlife, but for clean water, clean air and a healthy climate."
Rising dramatically from the Narragansett Bay basin, the two-mile-long ridge, which is now 80 percent conserved, contains a coastal oak-holly forest that is unique to southeastern New England and is considered globally rare. It provides vital habitat for wildlife including fishers, bobcats and many deep forest-nesting songbirds like wood thrushes and scarlet tanagers that winter in Central and South America. This forested ridge is also the last known location of a breeding timber rattlesnake population in Rhode Island, now considered extirpated from the state.
Pocasset Ridge protects the headwater streams that flow into the Seapowet Marsh Management Area and the Audubon Society's Emily Ruecker Wildlife Refuge. These nearby conservation lands provide habitat for the federally endangered Saltmarsh sparrow, which is also designated as a Rhode Island Species of Greatest Conservation Need. In decline due to sea-level rise and coastal development, this tiny sparrow's nest is especially vulnerable to stormwater runoff that's often caused by loss of forest cover upstream of their marsh habitat.
The Forest Legacy Program is administered by the U.S. Forest Service in partnership with state agencies to encourage the protection of important forest lands. Created by Congress in 1990, the Forest Legacy Program has conserved over 3 million acres of forestland in 53 states and territories. These "Legacy" forests protect water quality and provide wildlife habitat, forest products, opportunities for recreation and other public benefits.
For more information on DEM programs and initiatives, visit www.dem.ri.gov. Follow DEM on Facebook, Twitter (@RhodeIslandDEM), or Instagram (@rhodeisland.dem) for timely updates.
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Original text here: https://dem.ri.gov/press-releases/dem-and-nature-conservancy-conserve-27-acres-tiverton
Mass. Environmental Protection Dept. Fines Trucking Company for Violating Cleanup Regulations After Diesel Spill in Leicester
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 9 -- The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release:
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MassDEP Fines Trucking Company for Violating Cleanup Regulations after Diesel Spill in Leicester
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has assessed a $33,000 penalty to Keystone Transportation, Inc. for violating state cleanup regulations following an accident and diesel fuel spill on Route 56 in Leicester.
Keystone Transportation failed to take action to respond to a release of diesel fuel from its company vehicle involved in an accident.
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 9 -- The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release:
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MassDEP Fines Trucking Company for Violating Cleanup Regulations after Diesel Spill in Leicester
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has assessed a $33,000 penalty to Keystone Transportation, Inc. for violating state cleanup regulations following an accident and diesel fuel spill on Route 56 in Leicester.
Keystone Transportation failed to take action to respond to a release of diesel fuel from its company vehicle involved in an accident.After the initial spill assessment and cleanup, MassDEP required the company to hire a Licensed Site Professional and, if needed, conduct additional assessment and cleanup, which they did not complete.
"Urgent circumstances may warrant initial state-funded cleanup to curb further release of oil or hazardous material, but it does not excuse a responsible party from completing all necessary assessment and cleanup," said John Beling, director of MassDEP's Central Regional Office in Worcester. "Failure to take required action may result in enforcement action including possible fines, penalties and orders."
In addition to paying the $33,000 penalty, Keystone Transportation is ordered to hire a Licensed Site Professional and submit required documents to MassDEP for the assessment and cleanup of the site.
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Original text here: https://www.mass.gov/news/massdep-fines-trucking-company-for-violating-cleanup-regulations-after-diesel-spill-in-leicester
MTA Completes Station Enhancements at 28 St RW and Wall St 23 Stations
NEW YORK, Sept. 9 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release on Sept. 8, 2026:
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MTA Completes Station Enhancements at 28 St RW and Wall St 23 Stations
Crews Use Planned Service Outages to Refurbish Both Stations
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced today that New York City Transit crews completed two additional subway station rehabilitations at 28 St RWand Wall St 23. The work delivers significant improvements to both the physical appearance and functionality of the two Manhattan stations. Crews took advantage
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NEW YORK, Sept. 9 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release on Sept. 8, 2026:
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MTA Completes Station Enhancements at 28 St RW and Wall St 23 Stations
Crews Use Planned Service Outages to Refurbish Both Stations
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced today that New York City Transit crews completed two additional subway station rehabilitations at 28 St RWand Wall St 23. The work delivers significant improvements to both the physical appearance and functionality of the two Manhattan stations. Crews took advantageof planned replacement of 30-year-old switches at Chambers St 123 and third rail, track, and signal maintenance at 28 St to complete critical station rehabilitation work at Wall St and 28 St.
"We're committed to delivering reliable, efficient, and safe service from the moment riders enter the system," said NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow. "Fresh coats of paint, repairing tiles, refinishing benches, cleaning platforms, and new enhanced lighting make a big impact on the quality of the trips customers take."
"The completion of enhancements at these two stations demonstrates that NYC Transit cares about all aspects of a rider's journey," said NYC Transit EVP, Subways Bill Amarosa, Jr. "Through a commitment to this type of work at stations throughout the system, we'll continue to improve the experience of taking the subway for everyone."
At both stations, over 80,000 square feet of ceilings, walls, floors, gates, booths, doors, trash receptacles, and columns were scraped, primed and painted. More than 700 square feet of damaged, missing, or mismatched tiling were replaced on station floors and walls, including 361 square feet of ADA tiles. Additionally, 2,000 linear feet of rubbing board and 36 doors were inspected and fortified, 52 drains were cleaned, five benches cleaned and refinished, and LED lamps and lighting fixtures were cleaned and damaged equipment replaced.
At Wall St, crews replaced corroded drip pans to mitigate leaks, and at 28 St, a small section of damaged concrete was repaired.
All these improvements continue to enhance the rider experience, making daily commutes cleaner and more enjoyable.
More About Station Improvement Projects
New York City Transit has completed projects at more than 180 stations across the city, including:
* 6.3 million square feet of repainted surfaces
* 120K square feet of wall tile replaced
* 35K square feet of floor tile replaced
* Over 4,000 drains cleaned
* Over 900 benches refinished
* Over 250K linear feet of rubbing board inspected/repaired
"Every day, hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers and visitors rely on the subway for safe and efficient transportation within our city," said Representative Jerry Nadler. "I'm a proud champion of our world class public transit system, and grateful for the dedicated MTA workers who completed the 28 St R/W and Wall St 2/3 station rehabilitations. These improvements will ensure that riders have the clean, safe, and accessible subway stations they deserve."
"I am pleased to see that station improvements have been completed at 28th Street and Wall Street Stations," said State Senator Liz Krueger. "A well-functioning public transit system makes life significantly easier for the many New Yorkers who rely on the MTA to get to work, to do their grocery shopping, and to spend hard-earned free time with friends and family. The MTA's work in improving high-traffic stations is an essential part of keeping our city a thriving, just, affordable, and enjoyable place to live for all New Yorkers."
"The newly rehabilitated 28th Street and Wall Street stations are exactly the type of stations we should be striving towards," said NYC Council Member Carl Wilson. "Brighter, cleaner, more beautiful, and better equipped to serve our commuters. These improvements show what we can accomplish when we make the right investments in our subway system and in public spaces, and I'm excited to see more stations renovated like these!"
"Thanks to the hard work of frontline MTA personnel, I'm thrilled that the 28 St R/W and Wall St 2/3 stations have been substantially refurbished, giving tens of thousands of daily riders an improved passenger experience," said Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal. "Old tiles have been replaced, more than 80,000 square feet of walls, columns, and ceilings have been repainted, light fixtures have been cleaned, and benches have been resurfaced. I'm grateful to MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber and NYCT President Demetrius Crichlow for continuing to invest in improving Manhattan's subway stations, and I look forward to celebrating similar station improvement projects across the borough."
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Original text here: https://www.mta.info/press-release/photos-mta-completes-station-enhancements-28-st-rw-and-wall-st-23-stations
Ill. Supreme Court: Second District Appellate Court Announces New Program to Assist Self-Represented Litigants
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release:
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SECOND DISTRICT APPELLATE COURT ANNOUNCES NEW PROGRAM TO ASSIST SELF-REPRESENTED LITIGANTS
The Illinois Appellate Court Second District is pleased to announce the launch of a new pilot program aimed at assisting self-represented litigants (SRLs) in the appellate court. The number of appeals filed by SRLs now makes up approximately 50 percent of filings and continues to increase. This innovative program is designed to address the difficulties experienced both by SRLs and the other party by offering
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SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 9 -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release:
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SECOND DISTRICT APPELLATE COURT ANNOUNCES NEW PROGRAM TO ASSIST SELF-REPRESENTED LITIGANTS
The Illinois Appellate Court Second District is pleased to announce the launch of a new pilot program aimed at assisting self-represented litigants (SRLs) in the appellate court. The number of appeals filed by SRLs now makes up approximately 50 percent of filings and continues to increase. This innovative program is designed to address the difficulties experienced both by SRLs and the other party by offeringfree mediation with volunteer attorneys as mediation advocates.
"I have seen first-hand the difficulties litigants without attorneys face in court," said Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth M. Rochford, who launched the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit's SelfRepresented Litigant's first family law courtroom when she was on the trial court. "The legal jargon is daunting and our rules around courtroom procedures mystify SRLs. We are confident that the Second District's program will be a welcome resource for SRLs."
The new program will feature mediation, which is a settlement conference facilitated by a trained mediator with the goal of resolving the matter that brings the litigants to court by voluntary agreement. During mediation, a volunteer lawyer will provide guidance and support to the SRL, helping them to better understand the process.
"We think the program will improve the experience of those involved with appeals brought by SRLs. People without attorneys who file appeals have a difficult time navigating our rules of procedure," said Second District Presiding Justice Christopher M. Kennedy. "Our goal is to solve the problem that brought the parties to court in the first place. A trained mediator may be able to end the controversy in a way that satisfies both sides."
The program is funded by a grant from the Access to Justice Commission, chaired by Judge Jorge Ortiz of the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit in Lake County.
"This initiative provides a thoughtful and forward-looking approach to improving the appellate process for court users who most need support," Judge Ortiz said. "We expect this pilot program to enhance access to justice and the quality of engagement, understanding, and resolution for the litigants it serves."
The program will require both lawyer-mediators and pro bono mediation attorneys. Please watch for future announcements regarding free CLE trainings coming this fall hosted by the Appellate Lawyers Association and the Public Interest Law Initiative.
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Original text here: https://ilcourtsaudio.blob.core.windows.net/antilles-resources/resources/b7a29b67-b130-4057-a5da-0e240b177718/090826-1.pdf
CPW Concludes Lethal Removal Efforts for Copper Creek and Three Creek Packs Wolves in Pitkin and Rio Blanco Counties
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 9 -- The Colorado Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Wildlife issued the following news release:
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CPW concludes lethal removal efforts for Copper Creek and Three Creek Packs wolves in Pitkin and Rio Blanco counties
On Sept. 7, 2026, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and its agents concluded two separate lethal removal operations in Pitkin and Rio Blanco counties.
Copper Creek Pack
CPW and its agents lethally removed an uncollared male yearling wolf from the Copper Creek Pack in Pitkin County. This management action is in line with CPW's statutory
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DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 9 -- The Colorado Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Wildlife issued the following news release:
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CPW concludes lethal removal efforts for Copper Creek and Three Creek Packs wolves in Pitkin and Rio Blanco counties
On Sept. 7, 2026, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and its agents concluded two separate lethal removal operations in Pitkin and Rio Blanco counties.
Copper Creek Pack
CPW and its agents lethally removed an uncollared male yearling wolf from the Copper Creek Pack in Pitkin County. This management action is in line with CPW's statutoryand regulatory authority and its administrative directive concerning chronic depredation as a response to four confirmed depredation events that occurred in July, August and September in Pitkin County.
Three Creeks Pack
CPW and its agents lethally removed an uncollared male yearling wolf from the Three Creeks Pack in Rio Blanco County. This management action is also in line with CPW's statutory and regulatory authority and its administrative directive concerning chronic depredation as a response to four confirmed depredation events that occurred in August and September in Rio Blanco County.
"CPW's field staff in Northwest Colorado is working hard to implement conflict minimization tools and techniques to help reduce wolf-livestock conflict in the region," said CPW Director Laura Clellan. "We remain committed to both Colorado's livestock producers and efforts to support our growing wolf population. I would like to thank our staff for their efforts and the impacted producers whose trust and collaboration is crucial as we navigate this challenge."
These depredation events occurred despite producers pursuing non-lethal conflict minimization efforts and met CPW's definition of chronic depredation (three depredation events in 30 days with at least one being determined by clear and convincing evidence).
Producers affected by these depredations had implemented a variety of non-lethal deterrence methods. These included:
* Increased active monitoring including deployment of cellular connected cameras
* Active human presence including deployment of range riders
* and hazing, when possible
In line with CPW's administrative directive concerning chronic depredation the agency will now be evaluating whether the removal effort has achieved the agency's goal of changing the behavior of these packs. Non-lethal conflict reduction tools and techniques utilized by producers will continue to be implemented throughout the evaluation period.
CPW's decisions to lethally remove these uncollared wolves were made in consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and in accordance with applicable legal requirements, including the USFWS 10(j) rule.
CPW continues to work with producers to implement non-lethal deterrents and continually evaluates new non-lethal tools and techniques to reduce conflict between livestock and gray wolves in Northwest Colorado.
During the summer months, due to the size of pastures and allotments where the majority of livestock reside -- often tens of thousands of acres -- some of the most effective tools are range riders and remote cameras which support continuous monitoring and adaptive response. Some producers also incorporate guardian dogs and herders into their operations based on the circumstances of the landscape they are grazing and the livestock they are raising.
To assist with conflict minimization during the grazing season CPW increased the number of range riders contracted through the Colorado Range Rider Program in 2026. These riders have already ridden more than 20,000 miles and provided more than 6,000 hours of coverage and support to producers.
Final reports on these lethal removal efforts will be posted to the CPW website (https://cpw.state.co.us/wolves-colorado-chronic-depredation-events-and-removals) when complete.
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Original text here: https://cpw.state.co.us/news/09082026/cpw-concludes-lethal-removal-efforts-copper-creek-and-three-creek-packs-wolves-pitkin
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Secures Full Victory in Lawsuit Challenging the Federal Government's Attack on Fair Housing Protections
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 9 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Mayes Secures Full Victory in Lawsuit Challenging the Federal Government's Attack on Fair Housing Protections
PHOENIX -- As part of a coalition of 16 attorneys general, Attorney General Mayes announced that the coalition has secured relief from unlawful conditions the federal government attempted to place on Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) funding. Administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the FHAP provides funding to state and local
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PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 9 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Mayes Secures Full Victory in Lawsuit Challenging the Federal Government's Attack on Fair Housing Protections
PHOENIX -- As part of a coalition of 16 attorneys general, Attorney General Mayes announced that the coalition has secured relief from unlawful conditions the federal government attempted to place on Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) funding. Administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the FHAP provides funding to state and localagencies that enforce fair housing laws.
In March 2026, the coalition filed a lawsuit challenging unlawful conditions in HUD's Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 FHAP Funding Guidance, which could have limited state and local agencies' ability to enforce their fair housing laws, including by restricting reimbursement for certain fair housing complaints and threatening agencies that enforce protections beyond those in federal law.
Now, the federal government has conceded to the coalition's challenge, agreeing to dismiss the lawsuit after confirming that HUD would not seek to impose, implement, or enforce the challenged conditions in the future and that the FY 2025 Guidance is no longer in effect. A letter from HUD also confirms the conditions will not apply to FY 2026 FHAP funding and that HUD does not plan to include them in future guidance.
"The federal government tried to withhold funding to Arizona for enforcing fair housing laws passed by our state legislature," said Attorney General Mayes. "My office sued to stop this illegal overreach and we won."
AG Mayes joined California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul who co-led the March 2026 lawsuit. Also joining them were the attorneys general of Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington.
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Original text here: https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-secures-full-victory-lawsuit-challenging-federal-governments
