Concealed carry applications skyrocket in Colorado
The number of people who have applied to carry a concealed weapon in Colorado this year has almost doubled compared to the same time period last year.
Justice Department closes case on Colorado court interpreters
The U.S. Justice Department has ended a case against the Colorado Judicial Branch that stemmed from allegations the state court system was violating the Civil Rights Act by not providing free interpreters for all cases.
Ticketmaster coughs up hundreds of free shows, but none in Colorado
If you’ve been bitten by Ticketmaster’s sky-high convenience fees, you may have a free show waiting for you — just so long as you don’t plan on seeing it in Colorado. The ticket sales and distribution company emailed out millions of vouchers for free and discounted tickets this week after settling a $400 million class […]
The hidden cost for stay-at-home American parents
The decision around whether to go back to work after having a baby — and pay for child care — is already difficult. American parents can now add another stark financial figure to their calculations.
Missy Franklin relaxes at team’s water park party before Olympic Trials
Missy Franklin’s longtime coach with Colorado Stars, Todd Schmitz, will share insight from Team Missy during the Olympic Trials next week and at the Rio Olympics in collaboration with Denver Post Olympics writer John Meyer.
Denver Post videographer Lindsay Pierce wins National Murrow Award for “Kailyn’s Spirit”
Denver Post videographer Lindsay Pierce won the 2016 National Murrow Award for sports reporting for “Kailyn’s Spirit,” about the recovery of paralyzed athlete Kailyn Forsberg.
Missy Franklin drafted by Harlem Globetrotters
Add “Harlem Globetrotter” to Missy Franklin’s list of accomplishments. The four-time Olympic swimming gold medalist was one of five people selected Monday night in the Globetrotters’ 10th annual player draft.
Brittney Griner attacked by Twitter trolls on Father’s Day
Phoenix Mercury’s Brittney Griner is used to getting teased. But on Sunday, the WNBA center found herself getting Happy Father’s Day messages on social media.
Nuggets make NBA Summer League debut July 8 in Las Vegas vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
The Denver Nuggets will make their 2016 NBA Summer League debut on July 8 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the league announced on Tuesday. The teams tip off at 6:30 p.m.
Roman Reigns suspended by WWE for violating wellness policy
Two days removed from losing the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, Roman Reigns was suspended 30 days by the company Tuesday for violating its talent wellness policy.
Broncos QB Mark Sanchez, other athletes, get cheated in investment scheme
Denver Broncos quarterback Mark Sanchez and other professional athletes said they were cheated out of millions of dollars in a Ponzi-like scheme orchestrated by an investment adviser who appealed to their Christian faith.
Taco-mania hits Denver this weekend with two festivals
Both festivals, Top Taco and the Denver Taco Festival, started three years ago, an extension of the taco craze started by Roy Choi and his Kogi taco truck in Los Angeles.
Denver’s craft beer scene attracts national Beer Yogis’ tour to Epic Brewing
Brewery yoga is a hot national trend, and Colorado’s craft beer scene lures the Beer Yogis’ national tour to Epic Brewing in Denver on July 15.
Smash-and-grab burglars take 30-40 handguns from Jefferson County gun shop
Smash-and-grab burglars took 30 to 40 handguns from the Colorado Gun Broker in Littleton early Tuesday morning.
Colorado Springs police: Motorist killed after turning into path of SUV
The driver of sedan was killed late Monday in two-vehicle Colorado Springs crash after turning into the path of an oncoming sports utility vehicle, police say.
Man fired shot at ex-girlfriend in Colorado Springs, police say
Colorado Springs police say a 25-year-old man fired a bullet at his ex-girlfriend during an altercation at their shared apartment late Monday.
White House clears small, commercial drones for takeoff
Routine commercial use of small drones was cleared for takeoff by the Obama administration Tuesday, after years of struggling to write rules that would both protect public safety and free the benefits of a new technology.
State psychiatrist finds Aspen Highlands chairlift pusher legally insane
Thomas Proesel’s mental condition at the time is at the center of the case.
4-car crash slows traffic on eastbound I-70 in Denver near Federal
Four-car wreck ties up traffic on eastbound I-70 near Federal Boulevard.
Wildfire near Walden grows to 500 acres; southwest Colorado braces for blazes
The Beaver Creek fire burning near Walden has grown to about 500 acres, officials say, and more resources have been dedicated to battle the blaze.
United Airlines to add slimmer seats, bigger planes and higher fares
United Continental Holdings Inc. on Tuesday outlined plans to boost profitability with another round of cost cuts and efforts to woo back corporate flyers that have deserted the third-largest U.S. airline by traffic.
Former CSU star Becky Hammon honored as one of WNBA’s best
Former Colorado State star Becky Hammon was honored Tuesday as one of the 20 greatest and most influential players in WNBA history.
Olympic leaders call for drug-testing of Russians, Kenyans
Olympic leaders called for drug-testing of individual Russian and Kenyan athletes across all sports, warning Tuesday that evidence of inadequate doping controls in those countries could lead to more teams being barred from the Rio de Janeiro Games.
Two Colorado prison guards face criminal charges after “most heinous case of excessive force” at Centennial Correctional Facility
Anthony Martinez and Shannon Proud are accused of throwing Shawn Lovett, a “mouthy” inmate at Centennial Correctional Facility, on his head. One officer was fired, but the other continues to work for the Colorado Department of Corrections.
Trump’s campaign fundraising falling far short of Clinton’s
By any measure, Donald Trump’s fundraising is falling far short of his Democratic rival, Hillary Clinton.
U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear “Angola 5” appeal
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear the case of David Brown, the “Angola 5” member who was sentenced to death for the killing of a prison guard during a 1999 escape attempt.
New York City police officials charged in bribery corruption scandal
Two high-ranking New York Police Department officers were arrested Monday on charges they took over $100,000 worth of free flights, prostitutes, expensive meals and other bribes in exchange for providing a “private police force” for local businessmen.
SUV that rolled, killed “Star Trek” actor Anton Yelchin is under recall
The SUV that rolled down a driveway and killed “Star Trek” actor Anton Yelchin was being recalled because the gear shifters have confused drivers, causing the vehicles to roll away unexpectedly, government records show.
Supreme Court rules 5-3 that mistakes by officer don’t undermine conviction
The Supreme Court ruled Monday that courts need not throw out evidence of a crime even if the arresting police officer used unlawful tactics to obtain it.
Rebuking Trump, Biden warns against backsliding on democracy
Warning of a potential surge in anti-Americanism, Vice President Joe Biden tore into Donald Trump’s views on foreign policy on Monday, urging the country not to follow the presumptive Republican nominee down a path of isolationism and bigotry.
Lawmakers remember Jo Cox as markets sense rising EU support
Britain’s normally raucous House of Commons was given over to tears, roses and warm tributes Monday as legislators urged an end to angry and divisive politics in honor of their slain colleague Jo Cox, who was killed last week.
Walmart to sell its e-commerce business in China to JD.com
Walmart Stores Inc. intends to sell its online e-commerce marketplace in China to the country’s No. 2 e-commerce company as part of a strategic tie-up, the companies said.
FedEx to buy 6 Boeing 767 freighters valued at $1.2 billion
FedEx is buying six Boeing 767 freighters valued at $1.2 billion as the world’s biggest cargo airline continues to modernize its fleet.
U.S. stocks rise as investors grow hopeful about British vote
U.S. stocks rose sharply on Monday as investors grew more hopeful that Britain will remain in the European Union, letting go of fears that have pulled stocks down in the last two weeks.
Several Jordanian troops killed, hurt in car bomb attack
Jordan’s army says attackers have detonated a car bomb on the border with Syria, killing and wounding several Jordanian troops.
Two big wildfires in L.A.-area foothills burn toward each other
Two wildfires that together burned 7 square miles and drove several hundred people from their homes in foothill suburbs of Los Angeles were growing fast and surging closer to each other.
Report: Douglas County school board members did not violate policy in meeting with student
Two school board members with the Douglas County School District did not violate district policy when they met with a 15-year-old Ponderosa High School student in March to discuss the ramifications of an on-campus protest she was organizing, an investigative report released late Monday concluded.
Denver will spend $1.4 million to tackle building permit backlogs
The Denver City Council on Monday approved a $1.4 million budget request to expand permit-review and inspection capacity amid a continuing building boom.
Santa Barbara Gauchos’ 5-3 victory brings rare early exit for Miami at CWS
As players and coaches celebrated their victory over Miami, a fan behind the UC Santa Barbara dugout held up a sign reading “Why Not UCSB.”
Search begins for new Lone Tree police chief
The Lone Tree City Manager is preparing for what could be a half year’s search for the city’s next police chief after Jeff Streeter recently retired following three years at the helm.
Sprouts looking to fill 330 Colorado jobs on Tuesday
Phoenix-based Sprouts Farmers Market is looking to fill 330 full- and part-time jobs in Colorado as part of a National Hiring Day Tuesday. Candidates can apply and interview at any Sprouts location between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. without an appointment. A list of local openings and online applications can be found on the Sprouts website. The chain is […]
Colorado economy facing headwinds
The Colorado economy will continue to slow this year and next before ramping up again in 2018, according to the Colorado Legislative Council’s latest forecast. Weakening exports, soft commodity prices, high housing costs and a mismatch between job openings and worker skills will all weigh on growth.
U.S. 285 closed by mudslide in Park County
Park County Sheriff’s Department said U.S. 285 is temporarily closed due to mud slide in Bailey
Arvada man accused of setting girlfriend on fire at campsite
A woman was critically injured Friday after her boyfriend allegedly poured gasoline on her at a Clear Creek County campsite and set her on fire.
Body pulled from reservoir in southeast Colorado
Authorities in Bent County on Monday recovered a body from the John Martin Reservoir in southeast Colorado, two days after reports that a pair of people had fallen into the water.
Bike library adds to the delight of a day trip to Golden
Behind the Golden Visitors Center is the town’s new bike library that will allow visitors to “check out” a bike for $10 a day.
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