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Medium newsrooms
Politics: NewsFirst PlaceSanta Fe Reporter
Accusations Against Senator Test Ethics Process
Andy Lyman, Jeff Proctor
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Medium newsrooms
Politics: NewsSecond PlaceCapital & Main
Why Won't the EPA Fine New Mexico's Greenhouse Gas Leakers?
Jerry Redfern
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Medium newsrooms
Politics: NewsThird PlaceAspen Journalism
Out-of-district fundraising a key source for Boebert, as Frisch gains ground in third quarter
Laurine Lassalle
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Large newsroomsPolitics: NewsFirst Place
Jackson Hole News&Guide
General Election gets heated
Billy Arnold, Sophia Boyd-Fliegel, Miranda de Moraes
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Large newsroomsPolitics: NewsSecond Place5280
Jena Griswold Has Transformed the Traditionally Staid Role of Secretary of State
Shane Monaghan
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Large newsroomsPolitics: NewsThird PlaceDurango Herald
Abortion advocates, opponents look to a post-Roe future in Durango and Colorado
Aedan Hannon
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Small newsroomsPolitics: NewsFirst PlaceWyoming Truth
"The Road to the Capitol: From Cheyenne to Sheridan, Wyoming Voters Speak Out," Series
Shen Wu Tan
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Small newsroomsPolitics: NewsSecond Place
New Mexico Political Report
State prisons outsource personal mail to inmates to Florida firm, causing concern for some
Susan Dunlap
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Small newsroomsPolitics: NewsThird PlaceColorado Newsline
With a fortune built on government contracts, O'Dea crusades against 'reckless' spending
Chase Woodruff
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Extra-large newsrooms
Politics: NewsFirst PlaceKUNC
A secret ballot system at Colorado's statehouse is quietly killing bills and raising transparency concerns
Scott Franz
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Extra-large newsrooms
Politics: NewsSecond PlaceSalt Lake Tribune
Salt Lake Tribune reporting leads to Utah Senator's suspension and early retirement.
Emily Anderson Stern
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Extra-large newsrooms
Politics: NewsThird PlaceColorado Sun
Some Colorado sheriff candidates have an unlikely campaign promise: not enforcing the law
Shannon Najmabadi
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Medium newsrooms
EditorialsFirst Place
Colorado Springs Independent
No more 'marked as safe.' Make us safe; Nothing else matters; Lip service and lies
The judges were impressed with this entry because of the straightforward, tell-it-like-it-is approach to important issues in Colorado Springs.
Colorado Springs Independent Editorial Board
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Medium newsrooms
Sports: NewsFirst PlaceWyofile
Wyoming billionaires in bidding war for fabled Chelsea Football Club
An in-depth look at two Wyoming billionaires trying to buy the Chelsea Football Club. Fascinating read.
Angus M. Thuermer, Jr.
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Medium newsrooms
Sports: NewsSecond PlaceSource New Mexico
State championship tourney at The Pit draws cautious Indigenous players and fans
Shaun Griswold
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Small newsroomsSports: NewsFirst PlaceGreater Park Hill NewsEast Kicks It To The Win
Solid sports story about the state championship. It was a joy to read.
Reid Neureiter
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Small newsroomsSports: NewsSecond PlaceGreater Park Hill NewsAngels On IceReid Neureiter
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Medium newsrooms
A&E and Food: Criticism
First PlaceSanta Fe ReporterSanta Fe Opera
Writer Julia Goldberg makes opera interesting for both the aficionados and the novices. Her ability to intertwine history, perspective and commentary makes the columns compelling.
Julia Goldberg
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Medium newsrooms
A&E and Food: Criticism
Second Place
Colorado Springs Independent
Black Box Provisions; The Clink; The Beer Spa
Matthew Schniper
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Small newsroomsSingle Page DesignFirst PlaceMoab Sun NewsProtest spreadNice placement of photos and text.Alison Harford
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Small newsroomsHeadline WritingFirst Place
Ouray County Plaindealer
Mike Wiggins headlinesClever headlines that directly relate to the stories.Mike Wiggins
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Small newsroomsHeadline WritingSecond PlaceUtah PolicyWhitley's headlinesJared Whitley
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Extra-large newsrooms
Headline WritingFirst PlaceAlbuquerque Journal
Van Gogh All Out / Ribbiting Theater / Joints are Jumping
The kind of headlines that make readers smile. The right mixture of cleverness and corny-ness.
Elizabeth Trujillo
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Extra-large newsrooms
Headline WritingSecond PlaceAlbuquerque Journal
I heard urine trouble / Raising the bar with UK award / It's how we roll
SALLY TRIGG
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Small newsrooms
Spot News Photography/Videography
First PlaceGreater Park Hill NewsSoaked On Montview
Two photos that show a nice moment of teens finding a way to cool off in the summer. We're glad the photographer had a camera handy!
Cara DeGette
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Small newsrooms
Climate Photography/Videography
First PlaceGreater Park Hill NewsPura VidaBeautiful nature photos!Mark Silverstein
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Small newsrooms
News Photography/Videography
First Place
Ouray County Plaindealer
'Everything I own is gone'These photos strongly tell the story.Erin McIntyre
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Small newsrooms
News Photography/Videography
Second PlaceMoab Sun NewsFlood recoveryAlison Harford
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Small newsrooms
Best Solutions Journalism
First PlaceSource New Mexico
In a tiny NM courtroom, evictions begin again
A comprehensive look at nonpayment evictions. Photos and graphics aid in telling this compelling story.
Patrick Lohmann
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Small newsrooms
Best Solutions Journalism
Second PlaceKHOL
Effort to Diversify National Park Service Hosts Orientation at Grand Teton
Kyle Mackie
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Medium newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
First PlaceSource New Mexico
State championship tourney at The Pit draws cautious Indigenous players and fans
Powerful photos tell the story about a girls state championship basketball game.
Sharon Chischilly
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Medium newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
Second PlaceThe Southern Ute Drum
Powwow: Native nations reunite at Tingley Coliseum
Divine Windy Boy
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Medium newsrooms
Spot News Photography/Videography
First PlaceThe Southern Ute Drum
Bear Dance Fire breaks out on Southern Ute Reservation
Jeremy Wade Shockley
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Medium newsrooms
Spot News Photography/Videography
Second PlaceThe Southern Ute DrumRoyalty crowned and ready for Tribal FairFabian Martinez
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Medium newsrooms
Spot News Photography/Videography
Third PlaceSource New Mexico
Officers detain demonstrators during protest on UNM campus against conspiracy theorist Charlie Kirk
Gino Gutierrez
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Large newsrooms
Spot News Photography/Videography
First PlaceSt. George NewsFire destroys Little Valley homeHaven Scott
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Large newsrooms
Spot News Photography/Videography
Second PlaceDurango HeraldDepot RobberyJerry McBride
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Large newsrooms
Spot News Photography/Videography
Third PlaceBoulder Daily CameraForce of NatureMatthew Jonas
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Medium newsrooms
Headline WritingFirst PlaceColorado Politics
'Lies, lies and damn lies': Boebert's GOP challenger swings back at ads alleging hemp scheme
Headline that is clever but not too clever for a serious news story.
Ernest Luning
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Medium newsrooms
Headline WritingSecond PlaceColorado Politics
TRAIL MIX | Newest Boebert challenger lands in Democratic primary with a splat
Ernest Luning
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Small newsroomsEditorial CartoonsFirst PlaceWyoming Truth
"Wyoming GOP Race for U.S. House of Representatives: Harriet Hageman v. Liz Cheney"
Strong editorial cartoons that definitely get the point across.
Mark Hill
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Small newsrooms
Science and Technology: Feature
First Place
New Mexico Political Report
Community solar appeal: An expensive delay tactic or customer protection?
Comprehensive, in-depth and well written piece.Hannah Grover
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Small newsroomsLegal: FeatureFirst PlaceLaw Week Colorado
Jordan Blisk is Working to Make Law More Inclusive for Trans People, and He's Only Getting Started
A compelling story about a lawyer who is making a strong effort to make sure everyone is getting a fair representation of the laws.
Clara Geoghegan
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Small newsroomsLegal: FeatureSecond Place
KSFR public radio Santa Fe, New Mexico
Watch out for funeral scamsMary Lou Cooper
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Small newsroomsLegal: FeatureThird PlaceNavajo Times
Speakers-Irony of Chaco Park withdrawal proposal
Diane Joy Schmidt
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Large newsroomsLegal: FeatureFirst Place5280
The Past, Present, and Future of Abortion in Colorado
Complex story that equally explained the laws and shared the emotions of people caught up in the new flood of abortion laws. Laws have real life consequences and this is exhibit 1.
Ciara O'Rourke
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Large newsroomsLegal: FeatureSecond PlaceDenver Gazette
A wrongful DUI arrest by Loveland PD kept woman from her kids for months. It's part of a pattern, attorney says.
Hannah Metzger
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Large newsroomsLegal: FeatureThird PlaceSt. George News
There are nearly 16M 'landlocked' public acres in the West – how many are in Southern Utah?
Alysha Lundgren
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Large newsroomsEditorial CartoonsFirst PlaceDurango HeraldWes Row Cartoons
The judges especially liked the bear/Russia editorial cartoon because it's an interesting take on the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Wes Row
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Large newsroomsBusiness: NewsFirst Place5280Can Outside Inc. Save Outdoor Journalism?
Readers of this story get a thorough look at a dramatic takeover of a local employer and iconic publishing brand.
Robert Sanchez
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Large newsroomsBusiness: NewsSecond PlaceDenver GazetteDenver's housing permit backlog plight
Dennis Huspeni, Mark Samuelson
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Large newsroomsBusiness: NewsThird PlaceDurango Herald
Durango braces for high gas prices, but optimism remains
Aedan Hannon
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Small newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
First PlaceGreater Park Hill NewsInspired To Ride
Some might catch the nuances of this photo at first glance. However, study it closer and notice the layer of content. The bikers are in front, the development above and the mountains behind. Truly terrific shot!
Reid Neureiter
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Small newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
Second Place
Ouray County Plaindealer
Having an ice timeErin McIntyre
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Small newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
Third Place
Ouray County Plaindealer
Skijoring rides againErin McIntyre
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Medium newsrooms
News Photography/Videography
First PlaceSource New Mexico
Families searching for loved ones bring criticism of law enforcement to first Missing in NM Day
If a picture is worth 1,000 words, this series of emotional photographs is a full novel. You can feel the heartache of the families involved.
Sharon Chischilly
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Medium newsrooms
News Photography/Videography
Second PlaceThe Southern Ute Drum
National Native American Veterans Memorial dedication brings tribes together in Washington, D.C.
Jeremy Wade Shockley
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Medium newsrooms
News Photography/Videography
Third PlaceDenverite
The Afghan refugee crisis is still happening, and it's spilling into Denver
Kevin Beaty
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Large newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
First PlaceDurango HeraldHeader
Some might say soccer is a non-contact sport. This terrific shot captures the competitive spirit and sometimes agony of giving it your all. Nicely done!
Jerry McBride
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Large newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
Second PlaceDurango HeraldBull FighterJerry McBride
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Large newsrooms
Sports Photography/Videography
Third PlaceWyoming Tribune EagleDown, but not outAlyte Katilius
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Extra-large newsrooms
Feature Photography/Videography
First PlaceDeseret MagazineApa's return
Incredible portfolio of photographs. The emotion etched in the faces of the people is captured so nicely. Each picture tells a unique story. Together, they weave a tapestry of the human spirit.
Spenser Heaps
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Extra-large newsrooms
Feature Photography/Videography
Second PlaceColorado Public Radio
Drone shows instead of July 4 fireworks? More Colorado communities are making the switch for fire safety
Hart Van Denburg
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Extra-large newsrooms
Feature Photography/Videography
Third PlaceSalt Lake TribuneTraditionLeah Hogsten
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Extra-large newsrooms
Extended CoverageFirst PlaceColorado SunColorado River Compact: 100 years later
Magnificent teamwork on the huge water supply problems in the Colorado River basin and beyond. The Sun's Chris Outcalt led the series.
Chris Outcalt, Brittany Peterson
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Extra-large newsrooms
Extended CoverageSecond PlaceDeseret NewsUtah housing Katie McKellar
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Extra-large newsrooms
Extended CoverageThird PlaceChalkbeat ColoradoUniversal preschool in ColoradoAnn Schimke
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