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Big cat hunting ban measure to appear on Colorado ballot
(The Center Square) - Voters will decide in November whether the hunting of mountain lions and bobcats should be banned in Colorado after proponents of a measure turned in enough signatures for it to appear on the ballot. The secretary of state’s office said last week that the backers of Initiative #91 submitted 187,147 petition signatures. The state requires at least 124,238 valid signatures to get a measure on the ballot. ...
Colorado AG weighs formal role as Supreme Court reviews oil-train case
Colorado’s attorney general recently left open the possibility he will take a formal role in a case before the U.S. Supreme Court to help block a proposal that would send a massive surge of oil trains along the Colorado River. Attorney General Phil Weiser last week expressed disappointment that the court in June agreed to […]
Pickleball, hockey converge as PPA Tour brings ‘Pickle ‘n Pucks’ to Aspen
Aspen has long been known as a devout hockey town. But anymore, it’s also become a hotbed for pickleball, and that combination has drawn the attention of the sport’s global governing body, the Dallas-based Professional Pickleball Association. Running Tuesday through Thursday this week at Aspen Meadows Resort, the...
3 Denver officers fired after joking about going to newcomer shelter for 'target practice,' department says
DENVER — Denver Police fired three officers in late July after, the department said, an investigation found they sent "disparaging" messages that joked about going to newcomer shelters for "target practice." According to the department, the agency learned in April of disturbing messages shared in a group chat with...
State likely to approve massive Aurora fracking operation
On today’s Morning Magazine, the state is likely to approve a massive fracking operation in Aurora. We hear about what that would mean for Colorado’s air quality. Then, a look at Colorado’s reliance on cars – and efforts to change that. We’ll wrap up with herbalist Brigitte Mars and her regular Wednesday feature, Naturally.
Denver movie theater closing after 52 years
DENVER — After almost 52 years in business, the Chez Artiste movie theater will permanently close this week. Landmark Theatres said the Denver arthouse movie theater, which opened in 1972, will close Thursday. "Our last day of operation will be 8/8/2024. It has been our pleasure to serve you!"...
After many rumors, next team for Justin Simmons may be emerging
The next team for former Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons might be coming into focus. Ever since Simmons was released by Broncos head coach Sean Payton in March, it seems like he’s been linked to half the squads in the NFL. There’s been rumors about the Eagles, Colts, Titans and plenty of other who want a shot at Simmons.
Financial services company TIAA closing Denver office, moving to Texas, reports say
DENVER — Financial services company TIAA is closing its downtown Denver offices and moving to a corporate center in Frisco, Texas, according to a report from Colorado Public Radio News. Citing a TIAA letter to employees, CPR News said the company will leave Denver in July 2026. “Most roles...
Ohio State RB transfer Dallan Hayden part of CU's most intriguing preseason position battle
Dallan Hayden had to watch more from the sidelines than he expected as a second-year player at Ohio State. The 2023 campaign provided a learning experience for the former blue-chip running back recruit, and also prompted him to secure a new opportunity in Boulder going into his third year of college ball.
Gastroenterology of the Rockies opens new clinic
Gastroenterology of the Rockies is opening a new GI clinic and endoscopy center in Denver, Colo. Doors to the clinic are slated to open on Aug. 26, with the endoscopy center opening shortly after, according to an Aug. 6 press release. The new site will offer patients on-site biologic infusion...
Colorado regulators approve oil drilling, fracking near Aurora Reservoir — with conditions
Colorado's regulators on Wednesday approved an application to drill for oil and natural gas, including fracking, near the Aurora Reservoir — under certain conditions. Commissioners from Colorado’s Energy and Carbon Management Commission voted, 3-1, to green-light what's called the Lowry Ranch Comprehensive Area Plan following hours of testimony from opponents and critics, as well as from Civitas, the oil and gas company that sought the application, in three meetings, including Wednesday's hearing. ...
Updated "lemon law" in effect, increases protections for vehicle owners
Starting Wednesday, there is an updated Colorado law designed to offer better protections to vehicle owners. The "lemon law" is designed to help consumers if they purchase a vehicle that turns out to be defective. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser Weiser issued a public advisory to help consumers understand their rights while providing guidance to car dealers to better understand their responsibilities.The updated law went into effect on Wednesday. According to the Colorado Attorney General's Office, it expands which vehicles are covered by the law, increases the duration of lemon law protections, lowers the requirement for a vehicle to be considered a...
First Fall Frost Predictions for 25 Locations in Colorado
Grand Junction, as well as parts of the Western Slope, are still experiencing near triple-digit summer heat. Yet some areas in Colorado are already approaching their first seasonal frost of the year. Here's a look at 25 locations in Colorado, and the day that the Farmer's Almanac believes each one...
Another Great Colorado Movie Theater Shuts Down – When Will It End?
Movie goers, movie lovers, across Colorado really have to take a hard look at how they embrace films, after another great theater has closed. Many movies are "bubble gum fare" for the masses: Marvel, Pixar, big comedies, for example. There's nothing wrong with those, but there also needs to be places to see films that don't fit into those categories.
What an Ozone Action Alert Day Is, and What to Do on High-Ozone Days
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