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Democrat representing parts of Boulder County drops reelection bid, citing integrity concerns
State Rep. Jennifer Parenti, a first-term Democrat from Erie, announced on Friday, July 19, that she is not running for reelection, citing the job’s conflicts with her values. “The way the legislature currently operates is not compatible with my values — not in terms of particular points of policy,...
Brilliant concert of all-women composers at CMF
Premiere by Gabriela Lena Frank, Concerto by Joan Tower showcase the Festival Orchestra. The Colorado Music Festival Orchestra and conductor Peter Oundjian hit the jackpot last night (July 21) with a program of three pieces by women composers. All three works, by Florence Price, Gabriela Lena Franck and Joan Tower,...
Boulder tackles century-old underground coal fire at Marshall Mesa: Major mitigation project set for fall
The City of Boulder is taking action to address a coal fire that has been burning for more than a century under the Marshall Mesa trailhead. This fire came under scrutiny after the Marshall Fire, and while investigators found it unlikely to have caused the blaze, they couldn’t completely rule it out.
Use our FREE Printable Medal Tracker to Cheer On Colorado Athletes
The Paris 2024 Summer Games will take place July 26-August 11. This year's program features 329 events in 32 different sports, and everyone in your family is sure to find something they enjoy. Breaking is making its Olympic debut in Paris. The competitors, known as "B-Boys" and "B-Girls," don't know...
More than 100 local, national artists on display at the 44th Pearl Street Arts Fest in Boulder
Hundreds of people gathered in Boulder over the weekend to look at a variety of artwork from artists around the world at the 44th Pearl Street Arts Fest. The festival hosted more than 100 artists in a variety of mediums from Friday through Sunday. The festival began as the Downtown...
Colorado football alum dials up hype for the Buffs' new offensive line
Former Colorado football Matt McChesney knows a thing or two about blocking. What he thinks the Buffs' offensive line is capable of should excite any and all CU fans ahead of a season Shedeur Sanders will need top protection during to be Colorado's first top-10 NFL draft pick since Chris Naeole in 1997.
CU football position breakdown: Transfer corners provide more talent to already deep secondary
Any position group on the Colorado football roster that features Travis Hunter is in a good spot heading into the 2024 season. In a preview of the Buffaloes’ wide receivers last month, it was hard to argue that that group isn’t the deepest and arguably the most talented on the entire roster.
Superior resident receives new flag in honor of military husband
Nearly three years after the Marshall Fire destroyed her home, one woman was able to reclaim something she’d lost. On Friday, longtime Superior resident Gladys Forshee received a new burial flag for her late husband, U.S. Army veteran Larry Forshee. Her original flag was lost in the fire, which destroyed more than 1,000 Superior and Louisville homes on Dec. 30, 2021, and caused more than $2 billion in damage.
National writer: Deion Sanders will be on Colorado football hot seat if Buffs lose big in 2024
Deion Sanders' future with the Colorado football program was deemed almost entirely dependent on how his Buffs perform during the 2024 season. FanSided's Michael Hanich dialed up the drama and said Sanders' seat could become ablaze in Boulder if he can't get his team in the win column more often that not this Fall.
Discover Colorado’s Offensive Strength Through Famous Movies
The Colorado Buffaloes' offense, once concerning, has been revitalized under head coach Deion Sanders and star quarterback Shedeur Sanders, aiming for a successful 2024 season and potential bowl eligibility. Each offensive position group is likened to a movie for their characteristics and potential impact. Colorado's run game averaged only about...
Three Buffs make College Football News’ preseason ranking of top 25 Big 12 players
Led by quarterback Shedeur Sanders at the No. 1 spot, three Colorado Buffaloes standouts made College Football News’ preseason ranking of the Big 12’s top 25 players. Cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter slotted in at No. 3, one spot behind Oklahoma State star running back Ollie Gordon II, and safety Shilo Sanders snuck in at No. 23. While three is a respectable number of players, other deserving Buffs include wide receiver LaJohntay Wester, defensive lineman BJ Green II and defensive end Dayon Hayes. You could also make an argument for punter Mark Vassett, wide receiver Will Sheppard, linebacker LaVonta Bentley and others. College Football News gave the most love to the Arizona Wildcats, who led all teams with five featured players: wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (No. 5), cornerback Tacario Davis (No. 6), linebacker Jacob Manu (No. 16), quarterback Noah Fifita (No. 18) and offensive tackle Jonah Savaiinaea (No. 19). Contact/Follow us @BuffaloesWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Colorado news, notes and opinions.
Why Colorado football's Chidozie Nwankwo is the 'Block Bully': 'Can't double-team him'
LAS VEGAS — Tank Jenkins has played a lot of college football. The Houston offensive lineman is entering his seventh year of eligibility and has appeared in 39 career games (28 starts) for the Cougars. He's never seen anything quite like Colorado defensive lineman Chidozie Nwankwo, though. "I miss...
Link made between Colorado football HC Deion Sanders and Lincoln Riley's USC job
Deion Sanders was, for some reason, linked to Lincoln Riley's USC head coaching job in yet another Colorado football escape plan hatched by a writer. This time, it was Essentially Sports' Jeevesh Singh who made a wild career change prediction for Coach Prime; the reasoning being that Paul Finebaum said Riley's 2023 coaching job was an all-time bad one.
Team Colorado advances past Purple Reign (K-State alumni) in The Basketball Tournament
Loaded with several former Buffs and a handful of new faces, Team Colorado took down Purple Reign (Kansas State alumni) in its opening game of The Basketball Tournament (TBT) Saturday afternoon. No. 5 seed Team Colorado, playing for the tournament’s $1 million winner-take-all prize, was led offensively by D’Shawn Schwartz, who finished with a team-high 21 points in the 71-67 win. Former Sam Houston State big man Michael Holyfield and Colorado native Jaizec Lottie also contributed 10 points each at Wichita State’s Charles Koch Arena. In the second round, Team Colorado will face Wichita State’s alumni team, the top-seeded AfterShocks, on their home court Monday at 7 p.m. MT (Fox Sports 1). Head coach Zach Ruebesam’s squad benefited from a considerable size advantage against Purple Reign, outrebounding the former Wildcats by seven. Andre Roberson, who spent seven seasons in the NBA following his time with the Buffs, snagged a team-high nine rebounds and Holyfield had eight boards. THREW IT DOWN! 😱 🙌 @TeamColoradoTBT ADVANCES IN @THETOURNAMENT pic.twitter.com/uKRGK2KzAp — FOX College Hoops (@CBBonFOX) July 20, 2024 Contact/Follow us @BuffaloesWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Colorado news, notes and opinions.
Scottie Scheffler’s Wife Meredith & New Baby Joined Golfer After Arrest
More details are emerging on the bizarre events surrounding Scottie Scheffler’s arrest and how his wife Meredith Scheffler encouraged the golfer during the challenging time. Charges have since been dropped on what both parties described as miscommunication as Scottie attempted to arrive at the Valhalla Golf Club for the second round of the PGA Championship on May 17, 2024.
CU Basketball Legend Ken Charlton Dies at 83: A Look Back at His Impact
CU Hall of Famer Ken Charlton, a pivotal player on the successful 1960s men's basketball team, passed away at 83 due to complications from Alzheimer's disease in St. Augustine, Fla. Charlton was a consensus first-team All-American and CU's 16th all-time leading scorer with 1,352 points. He was inducted into CU's...
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