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Law enforcement agencies along the Front Range are getting a new recruit: drones
It’s a hot and windy Thursday afternoon at the Boulder County Regional Fire Training Center. But that doesn’t stop officers on site from powering up the drones for a practice mission. “You are inspected and clear to fly,” one officer declared. “Launching!” another officer said in reply....
Jake Dippy hired as alpine assistant coach for CU Buffs skiing | Colorado Sunshine
Jake Dippy was hired as the assistant alpine coach for the Colorado Buffaloes ski team, head coach Jana Weinberger announced last week. Dippy comes to CU from the U.S. Ski Team, where he was the ski technician for Jett Seymour on the Europa Cup and World Cup level the past two years. Seymour is the older brother of recently graduated CU skier Chase Seymour.
Boulder’s camping ban lawsuit jeopardized after Supreme Court ruling on similar case
This story originally appeared in Boulder Reporting Lab. A high-profile lawsuit challenging the city of Boulder’s camping ban is likely to be dismissed after the U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that a similar ordinance in Grants Pass, Oregon, did not violate the U.S. Constitution’s prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment. The June 28 ruling from […] The post Boulder’s camping ban lawsuit jeopardized after Supreme Court ruling on similar case appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
Quantinuum Breakthrough Enables Faster Quantum Error Correction Scaling
Researchers at Quantinuum and the University of Colorado Boulder have made a significant breakthrough in quantum error correction, bringing the era of quantum “fault tolerance” closer to reality. Currently, most error correcting schemes are expensive for quantum computers to run, but this new development makes it easier and more efficient. The team has implemented a high-rate non-local qLDPC code on Quantinuum’s H2 quantum processor, achieving impressive results.
Uncertainty hits Boulder Valley School District amid enrollment decline, new funding law and tax cap measure
The Boulder Valley School District is set to spend over $550 million on operating expenditures next school year. In lockstep with declining enrollment, fixed costs continue to rise, increasing the cost per student. Boulder spends over $4,000 more per pupil than the state average of $15,000, with some schools allocating over $22,000 per student.
Notre Dame Dominates in 1990 Orange Bowl Victory Over Colorado Buffaloes
The 1990 Orange Bowl victory of Notre Dame over Colorado was bittersweet, as it came after a season where the Irish fell short of a second consecutive national title. Despite a dominant season with only one loss, the earlier defeat to Miami cost them the championship, which ended up going to the Hurricanes. The game marked the end of Lou Holtz's successful fourth season with Notre Dame, with Bill McCartney leading Colorado to an 11-0 record before the clash.
Walgreens is Shutting Down These 3 Colorado Locations
There will still be plenty of Walgreens locations in Colorado after these three close down, but for how long?. As of July 2024, there were upwards of 10,000 Walgreens across America, with Colorado having just over 50. However, the number of Colorado locations will drop by three when the company closes "underperforming" stores.
Unclear if Colorado football program knew of Ryan Garcia's history of substance abuse when boxer was invited to CU
According to BuffsBeat's Jason Jones, it's not clear if Deion Sanders knew of Ryan Garcia's history of substance abuse when he invited him into the Colorado football locker room during Black and Gold weekend. Garcia is in the headlines for using racial slurs on social media. He's been cultivating a...
Shedeur Sanders drops cryptic tweet about future at Colorado
By Jason Jones, Buffs Beat: Shedeur Sanders recently stirred up intrigue and speculation among fans and analysts with a cryptic tweet. His message were posted without any clear context and left many trying to decipher the meaning. As the son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, Shedeur has always...
Buffaloes offer 2026 offensive lineman Desmond Green
Offensive line coach Phil Loadholt and the Colorado Buffaloes like their linemen big, and it doesn’t get much bigger than a 6-foot-4, 325-pound high school junior. Those are the measurables for class of 2026 interior OL Desmond Green, who announced a scholarship offer from the Buffs on Friday. Entering his junior year, Green already holds offers from the Alabama Crimson Tide, Auburn Tigers, Clemson Tigers, Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs, among others. The Saint Stephen, South Carolina prospect is pegged as a three-star by the 247Sports composite and a top-10 player in the state. With that offer list, I would not...
Five Big 12 Teams Listed as Most Improved Teams Ahead of 2024
While it’s far from a guarantee that teams consistently improve each offseason, five teams from the Big 12 appear to fit that bill heading into 2024. In a recent list from 247Sports’ Carter Bahns, Utah, Colorado, UCF, TCU, and Baylor all earned praise as teams poised to take a step forward in the fall.
Colorado's Jaylyn Sherrod lands contract with WNBA's New York Liberty | Colorado Sunshine
Jaylyn Sherrod won't go quietly. The former Colorado Buffaloes standout point guard on Saturday signed a seven-day contract with the WNBA's New York Liberty, the team said. She suited up Sunday against Indiana. Sherrod, who played at CU from 2019-24 and helped the Buffs to multiple appearances in the NCAA...
Travis Hunter Scouting Report | Colorado Star Prospect
Travis Hunter, a standout 5-star recruit from Collins Hill High School, has made a significant impact in college football since his debut. Following a transfer from Jackson State to Colorado after his freshman season in 2022, Hunter has showcased exceptional skill and versatility. In 2023, he earned the prestigious Paul Hornung Award as the nation’s most versatile player and secured All-American honors as a sophomore. Last season alone, he logged an impressive 1,044 total snaps for Colorado, contributing to an outstanding total of 1,634 snaps over his first two college seasons. Hunter continues to impress, solidifying his place as a dynamic force in collegiate athletics.
CU Buffs opponent preview: Experienced Oklahoma State takes aim at Big 12 title
At a time in college sports where player movement is more prevalent than ever, Oklahoma State’s football team might be an anomaly. Head coach Mike Gundy comes into his 20th season with the Cowboys and they are loaded with experience and returning starters. With 10 starters back on offense...
Colorado football HC Deion Sanders, Bill Belichick linked to Cowboys job
Colorado football head coach Deion Sanders and Bill Belichick were linked to the Dallas Cowboys' job -- which could be open in 2025 if Mike McCarthy's contract isn't renewed -- by Spain-based tabloid Marca. "Bill Belichick is one of the most successful coaches in the NFL," the publication prefaced before...
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