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Denver City Council unanimously passes anti-masking ordinance despite concerns over enforceability

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:45:47 GMT

Denver's new ordinances banning law enforcement masks and limiting federal property use spark concerns over enforcement.

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Fact check on Colorado's Jena Griswold

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:37:49 GMT

Current Secretary of State and attorney general candidate Jena Griswold is claiming to have high level courtroom experience she doesn't have. It's raising questions about her experience and her honesty.

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Longmont quilting group marks 40 years of stitching for charity

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:34:50 GMT

The Interfaith Quilters origins trace back to 1986, when a woman's idea set in motion what would become one of the area's longest-running charitable organizations.

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Unlicensed Colorado paramedic sentenced after pleading guilty to falsifying credentials to treat 100+ patients

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:48:07 GMT

Lauren Wilson was accused of fraudulently representing medical certifications and providing medical care to more than 100 patients.

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1 dead in 2-vehicle crash at Belleview and University

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:47:13 GMT

The intersection sits near the border of Cherry Hills Village and Greenwood Village — a jurisdictional split that has previously complicated safety discussions.

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CSU launches free mental health clinic for those convicted of crimes

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:46:29 GMT

CSU and Larimer County have opened a free mental health and substance use clinic in Fort Collins to support people with criminal convictions.

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Sunshine and 70s ahead of mountain snow and metro showers Tuesday!

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:42:22 GMT

A mix of clouds and sun to start the first week of March with near record highs in the lower 70s. A Tuesday storm brings much needed moisture to the state

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Colorado governor wants to count car registration taxes differently and schools would pay the price

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:38:03 GMT

Gov. Jared Polis wants to count car registration dollars differently for school districts

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Man accused of stealing from Cripple Creek casino sentenced

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:22:20 GMT

The 26-year-old man was sentenced to two years probation on one charge, and received a deferred sentence for another.

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2nd case of measles confirmed at Broomfield High School

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:20:53 GMT

The second student was also unvaccinated. The health department said exposure locations include the high school, a Broomfield Chick-fil-A and a Westminster Chipotle.

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No, it isn't going to snow 14 inches in Denver this week

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:13:11 GMT

Despite the claims of viral social posts, there's a very low chance for a big snow in the Denver area this week.

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As gas prices increase, you should watch for price cycling in Metro Denver

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:58:59 GMT

Gas Buddy's historic data on prices in Colorado found the best day to fill up is Sunday and the worst day to fill up is Tuesday.

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Family says justice served after 42-year sentence in Denver killing

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:18:06 GMT

The convicted killer, Ernest Cunningham, was on parole from a 20-year burglary sentence at the time of the killing.

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CU Buffs quarterback Dominiq Ponder dies in single-car crash

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:32:57 GMT

"Dom was one of my favorites! He was Loved, Respected & a Born Leader," Colorado head coach Deion Sanders said.

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2 friends open Fort Collins' first romance bookstore

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:24:56 GMT

Two Fort Collins neighbors turned a shared love of books into the city’s first romance bookstore.

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Business Buzz: Denver’s AI prenatal breakthrough and Colorado’s return to the moon

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:45:37 GMT

Colorado is pioneering future industries, from FDA-approved AI in prenatal care to crafting the Orion spacecraft for lunar missions.

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Man acquitted of sexual assault charges

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:21:58 GMT

A Larimer County jury on Friday found Aaron Moore not guilty of sexual assault.

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Pedestrian hit on Arapahoe Road Saturday evening

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:15:18 GMT

The victim is still being treated at a hospital for their injuries, according to the sheriff's office.

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Bicyclist killed in crash with dump truck in Boulder County identified

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:09:25 GMT

Colorado State Patrol is investigating a crash that killed a 75-year-old man on a bicycle Friday morning in Niwot.

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Denver PrideFest moves locations with new events

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:44:19 GMT

Denver Pride is one of the top five largest Pride celebrations in the United States. Denver PrideFest will move to a new single-day location in June.

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Seeing smoke? Prescribed burns likely to produce smoke in Commerce City

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:34:12 GMT

Expect smoke in Commerce City as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conducts prescribed burns in March and April to manage vegetation and weeds across 1,997 acres.

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'Scream' cast reunion planned in Colorado

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:14:37 GMT

Fan Expo Denver 2026 promises a star-studded event, reuniting iconic casts from "The Goonies," "Lord of the Rings," and "Scream" for a pop culture extravaganza.

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Hudson Fire brings new ambulance into service Monday

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:45:44 GMT

The Hudson Fire Protection District is providing emergency medical services on the eastern plains faster with a new ambulance stationed in Lochbuie.

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Sex Pistols annouce Colorado concert

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:22:07 GMT

The Sex Pistols kick off their rescheduled tour in Denver, marking 50 years of punk with a full live rendition of their iconic album.

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Ex-Rockies player gets life sentences for murder, attempted murder

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:46:23 GMT

Ex-MLB player Daniel Serafini received life sentences for murdering his father-in-law and attempting to murder his mother-in-law.

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After Denver's hottest winter in 92 years, is there any rain or snow in the forecast?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:45:52 GMT

Denver finished with its 2nd-warmest winter on record. Average Dec. 1-Feb. 28 temp of 39.6° was the hottest winter season since 1933-34.

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Cale Makar leads Avalanche to face Kings: Here's how to watch for free Monday

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:43:10 GMT

As the Colorado Avalanche prepare to host the L.A. Kings on Monday, fans in the Denver area can enjoy the game for free over-the-air on KTVD.

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Timberwolves move into 4th in the West with a win over Nuggets

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:43:41 GMT

The Timberwolves have moved a game ahead of Denver in the Western Conference.

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Westminster school district to consolidate, close some schools to address declining enrollment

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:16:03 GMT

It's a familiar challenge for the Denver metro area, something neighboring districts have reckoned with in recent years.

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Iran airstrikes could push gas prices toward $4 per gallon, expert says

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:35:52 GMT

Airstrikes on Iran have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, which 20% of the world's oil travels through.

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Evergreen hosts lake plunge despite warmer than average winter

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:26:33 GMT

The Evergreen Lake Plunge was a little delayed and a little different this year due to a lack of ice.

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Denver Police investigating homicide

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:59:10 GMT

The assault happened in the 9700 block of East Hampden Avenue.

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Wildfire in Boulder 100% contained

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:36:29 GMT

The Bluebell Fire prompted an evacuation warning for the Chautauqua Cottages area Saturday afternoon.

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Denver restaurants now cost more to operate than in New York City, report finds

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:03:10 GMT

As restaurants try to survive despite rising costs, prices have risen. Denver's menu prices have grown about 28% since 2019, the report said.

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Denver high schoolers blend Black culture and history through hands-on fashion show

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:22:36 GMT

The end goal of the Project Runway Fashion Show was making it to the runway, but students learned about their history and culture along the way.

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Denver Parks & Rec moves to revise pool rental policy after LGBTQ+ swim team loses access

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:21:47 GMT

The shift follows months of uncertainty for private swim teams, including Denver Squid, after contracts were canceled.

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15-year-old shot, killed in Aurora

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:19:25 GMT

The suspect off ran in an unknown direction and no arrests have been made, the Aurora Police Department said.

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Denver Iranian community reacts as US strikes hit Iran

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:18:41 GMT

As missile strikes hit Iran, Denver resident Babak Behzadi grapples with mixed emotions as he hopes for a peaceful regime change.

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Colorado lawmakers respond to strike on Iran

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:17:38 GMT

President Trump is urging Iranians to rise up against their government after the U.S. conducted a joint military strike with Israel Saturday morning.

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ICE agent injured after wanted person rams vehicles, police say

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:12:35 GMT

The federal operation occurred in the 200 block of South Ingalls Street in Lakewood on Saturday morning.

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