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Red pickup truck in front of tornado on road

Colorado’s Most Famous and Destructive Tornadoes

By Thomas MitchellJuly 17, 2024

Colorado sees around fifty tornadoes per year, and the damage can be devastating.

Who Is J.D. Vance, Donald Trump’s Pick for Vice President?

Who Is J.D. Vance, Donald Trump’s Pick for Vice President?

By Jennifer Shutt and Ariana Figueroa | Arizona MirrorJuly 17, 2024

After months of speculation, the Ohio senator and Hillbilly Elegy author will join Donald Trump on the Republican ticket.

Two people speaking on a podcast.

Colorado Election Deniers Try to Prove They’re Not “Whack-a-Doos” in Voter Intimidation Trial

By Chris PerezJuly 16, 2024

Election deniers from the U.S. Election Integrity Plan group are on trial this week for allegedly intimidating voters after the 2020 election.

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Zyn makes nicotine pouches.

Tobacco Giant Investing $600 Million in Aurora to Open Zyn Nicotine Pouch Factory

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 16, 2024

The company expects to fill 500 jobs for the facility over the next two years.

Woman loads bong bowl with marijuana

Are Pipes and Bongs Losing Popularity?

By Herbert FuegoJuly 16, 2024

During trips to American cannabis lounges, a confused Australian only saw “lots of very strong hash, and really huge joints.”

Ingrid Andress

Highlands Ranch Grad Ingrid Andress Says She’s Heading to Rehab After Botched National Anthem

By Catie CheshireJuly 16, 2024

Andress’s performance at the MLB Home Run Derby was not a hit.

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rattlesnake hissing

Video: Huge Colorado Snake Den Now Has Livessssstream

By Thomas MitchellJuly 16, 2024

Need a new reality dating show? Prairie rattlesnakes reproduce from mid-July to early September.

trump after assassination attempt

Rick Enstrom Busts State Rep Steven Woodrow for Comment About Trump Assassination Attempt

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2024

The Colorado Republican got taken down by a mosquito, but he had enough strength to swat the Democratic state rep.

That Bites: Taken Down by a Lowly Mosquito, Rick Enstrom Is Fighting Back

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2024

Colorado reported more cases of West Nile than any other state last year. That bites!

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Former Denver Broncos player Terrell Davis speaks on microphone

Broncos Legend Terrell Davis Says He Was Wrongfully Detained After United Flight

By Catie CheshireJuly 15, 2024

“I was – and remain – humiliated, embarrassed, powerless, and angry.”

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and her mom, Shawn Bentz, at her CD4 election party on June 25.

Lauren Boebert’s Mom: She Can’t Lose Because “God Protects Her”

By Chris PerezJuly 15, 2024

Westword caught up with the controversial congresswoman’s mother on election night.

Colorado Born to Be Wild wolf license plate on acura

How to Register Your Car in Colorado: Cost, Special Plates and Paperwork

By Catie CheshireJuly 13, 2024

Finally ready to register those expired tags? The Denver Police Department will be looking for you starting July 15.

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Collage of viral skateboard incident in Denver

Denver Rallies to Help 11-Year-Old Whose Skateboard Was Thrown Into River in Viral Video

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 12, 2024

At least one parent is considering pressing charges against the woman who attacked young skateboarders in downtown Denver.

Open jar of cannabis

How Long Is Too Long to Hang at a Dealer’s House?

By Herbert FuegoJuly 12, 2024

Cannabis may be legal in Colorado, but many people still find themselves stuck on someone’s couch after work.

A screenshot of a woman talking in a TikTok video.

Denver Abduction Story on TikTok Being Probed by Cops, as Details Don’t Add Up

By Chris PerezJuly 12, 2024

Denver police are investigating what happened and “what could have been perceived.”

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Man drinks beer on top of mountain

New Poll Finds Denver Residents Live Up to Colorado Stereotypes

By Catie CheshireJuly 12, 2024

If you want to avoid hiking, craft beer or dog talk on a first date, you’re out of luck in Denver.

A woman talks while a man holds a sign.

Denver Police Create Rideshare Pick-Up Zone to Reduce Violence Downtown

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 11, 2024

Starting July 12, certain blocks in the Ballpark District and LoDo will be off-limits on Friday and Saturday nights.

Lauren Boebert speaking into microphone

Lauren Boebert Caught Driving 19 MPH Over Speed Limit, Fails to Pay Ticket on Time

By Chris PerezJuly 11, 2024

The Colorado congresswoman was busted on Vail Pass on Mother’s Day.

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Colorado mcmansion at night with pool

Photos: Nuggets Coach Mike Malone Buys Highlands Ranch Home for $7 Million

By Catie CheshireJuly 11, 2024

The Denver Nuggets coach spent nearly $7 million on the six-bedroom house.

Mayor Mike Johnston talks to Denver residents.

Denver Residents Shared Their Biggest Safety Concerns With Mayor Johnston

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 11, 2024

The mayor and city officials will soon hold a similar town hall series on affordability in Denver.

GreenDoor box

Monthly Cannabis Box Delivery Coming Soon to Denver

By Thomas MitchellJuly 10, 2024

Unlike home deliveries before legalization, you can count on GreenDoor’s estimated time of arrival.

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Derrick White of the Boston Celtics

Derrick White Replaces Kawhi Leonard, Becomes Latest Olympian From Colorado

By Catie CheshireJuly 10, 2024

White will join professional golfer Wyndham Clark and three USA Women’s Soccer stars at the Olympics in Paris.

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