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Fire-breathing dragon set to spit flames at popular roadside attraction in Colorado
Many people have traveled from far and wide to see Colorado's Bishop Castle – but an upcoming event is set to let it be seen as few have seen it before. Located near Rye, Colorado, Bishop Castle is widely considered the country's largest one-man construction project. Construction of the 160-foot-tall structure has been ongoing since 1969, with Jim Bishop spending more than five decades turning the stone and metal structure into a must-see roadside stop. ...
Events of the week around Colorado
Get Out of Town is our weekly roundup of recommended events across Colorado, focusing outside of Denver, to help everyone enjoy the whole great state. For Denver happenings (and more), check out our events calendar. This week brings a packed calendar of late summer events before the Labor Day weekend...
Kroger sues FTC in attempt to block in-house review of proposed Albertsons merger
Grocery giant Kroger filed a federal lawsuit Monday claiming the Federal Trade Commission violated the company’s constitutional rights by challenging its proposed merger with Albertsons outside of federal court proceedings. Kroger, which operates King Soopers and City Market stores in Colorado, first announced its plans to acquire Albertsons, which operates the Safeway brand, in 2022. […]
LOOK: Abandoned Buildings in a Former Colorado Town Left to Rot
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. While a number of towns that have been abandoned over the years, typically referred to as ghost towns are widely known among Coloradans, some of these former settlements have simply been left to be reclaimed by the elements.
Gov. Jared Polis speaks at the Democratic National Convention Wednesday
CHICAGO — Colorado Gov. Jared Polis spoke at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night, where he talked about Project 2025 and quoted Taylor Swift. "Project 2025 would turn the entire federal government and bureaucracy into a massive machine. It would weaponize it to control our reproductive and personal choices," Polis said, holding up a large prop copy of the Project 2025 manuscript.
Colorado prosecutors, sheriff ask federal judge for immunity from a widower’s malicious prosecution claims
DENVER (CN) — Prosecutors from the 11th Judicial District Attorney’s Office in Colorado asked a federal judge on Wednesday to apply absolute immunity and dismiss a $15 million lawsuit filed by a widower who was arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife in 2021. Barry Morphew’s wife, Suzanne,...
Caribou Ranch: Rock ‘n’ Roll History Up for Grabs at $48.5 Million
Caribou Ranch holds a significant place in the history of rock and roll music. Its legendary recording studio and the iconic artists who graced its halls have left an indelible mark on the music industry. The recent listing of Caribou Ranch at $48.5 million has brought renewed attention to its legacy and the significant role it has played in the world of music.
No pre-evacuations, evacuations expected for the Goltra Fire burning near Golden
Jeffco officials do not anticipate any pre-evacuations or evacuations for the Goltra Fire, which began burning Tuesday on a hillside in Clear Creek Canyon about a mile from the outskirts of Golden.
Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes try to turn hype into wins as they move into the Big 12
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes have changed conferences, coordinators and their offensive line (again). They’ve also changed up their uniforms. What hasn’t changed — the fanfare that follows the team. No matter their record, the Buffaloes remain at the center of the college...
Boulder Neighbor: The Northern Ground Hornbill Visiting the Denver Zoo
Boulder’s near neighbor, the Denver Zoo, is always a treat. Today the fun was happening between a pair of Northern Ground Horn Bills. These two really liked each other! They are also known as Abyssinian ground horn bills. Listen, Do You Want To Know A Secret? Do You Promise...
Welton Street Cafe To Reopen Following Inspections
As contractors come in and out of the building, Fathima Dickerson, co-owner of Welton Street Cafe, which she says will reopen soon, makes her way around the tables and ladders that scatter the floor as they finish up construction. Bright pops of orange, blue, red and yellow surround the walls...
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