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Dogs bring calm and joy to students following shooting at Colorado high school

Dogs bring calm and joy to students following shooting at Colorado high school

Evergreen High School has introduced two Labradors, Norene and Polenta, to help students cope with stress after a school shooting
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Colorado Man Arrested in Central Nebraska After Multi-County Police Pursuit

Colorado Man Arrested in Central Nebraska After Multi-County Police Pursuit

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested a Colorado man, Candelario Garcia, 30, of Denver, following a multi-county pursuit in central Nebraska on Saturday. The incident began around 9:00 a.m. when a trooper observed a Toyota Camry speeding on westbound Interstate 80 near Kearney. The driver, Garcia, refused to yield during a traffic stop attempt, initiating the pursuit. During the chase, Garcia accelerated to speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour. Troopers successfully deployed stop sticks near mile marker 248, and Dawson County deputies also deployed stop sticks near mile marker 242 to slow the vehicle. A tactical vehicle intervention by a trooper ultimately brought the pursuit to an end. Upon Garcia's arrest, a small amount of suspected cocaine was found in the vehicle. He was subsequently lodged in Buffalo County Jail.
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Colorado flag football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 10, Week 8

Colorado flag football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 10, Week 8

See which teams top the Colorado Super 10 as we head into playoffs.
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Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Urges Early Flu Vaccination Amid Rising Cases

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Urges Early Flu Vaccination Amid Rising Cases

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is urging residents to get vaccinated against the flu immediately, rather than waiting, as the state is experiencing an early and significant rise in influenza cases and hospitalizations. This early surge defies typical seasonal patterns for the flu, which usually runs from October through May. As of last week, Colorado reported 46 flu-related hospitalizations, a notable increase from 8 at the beginning of September. Emergency department visits for flu-like symptoms are also showing a steep increase, reaching levels that were not seen until early November in the previous year. Last year, Colorado experienced a record-breaking flu season with 5,931 flu-related hospitalizations, including 1,169 children, eight of whom died. Dr. Rachel Herlihy, state epidemiologist and deputy chief medical officer, emphasized the critical window for families to protect themselves before virus transmission surges.
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Nestlé Seeks Direct Store Delivery Route Drivers in Sterling, CO Amidst Expansion

Nestlé Seeks Direct Store Delivery Route Drivers in Sterling, CO Amidst Expansion

Nestlé Seeks Direct Store Delivery Route Drivers in Sterling, CO Amidst Expansion
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Cargill Seeks General Production Workers for Technologically Advanced Plants in Fort Morgan, Colorado

Cargill Seeks General Production Workers for Technologically Advanced Plants in Fort Morgan, Colorado

Cargill Seeks General Production Workers for Technologically Advanced Plants in Fort Morgan, Colorado
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Big 12 football Week 7 picks, predictions for game scores this week

Big 12 football Week 7 picks, predictions for game scores this week

Big 12 football Week 7 score predictions, picks for Arizona State at Texas Tech, Kansas at Kansas State, Notre Dame at BYU, TCU at Baylor, more games.
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Second Colorado high school football team forfeits amid Lutheran racism allegations

Second Colorado high school football team forfeits amid Lutheran racism allegations

A second Colorado high school football team has elected to forfeit its game vs. Lutheran as racism allegations continue to be investigated.
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Denver Air Quality Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Denver Air Quality Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Air quality in Denver, Colorado, has been classified as 'Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups' with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 106 as of October 13, 2026. This level is primarily influenced by PM2.5 and ozone concentrations, reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to the US EPA AirNow program. The data is preliminary and has not yet been validated. Sensitive groups, including individuals with heart or lung conditions, older adults, and children, are advised to take precautions. The urban exposure index indicates that approximately 464,518 people are within a 5 km radius of the affected area.
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Does Colorado Require a Majority to Win a Federal Office?

Does Colorado Require a Majority to Win a Federal Office?

Exploring whether Colorado's election laws require a candidate for federal office to secure a majority of votes or if a simple plurality is enough to win.
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Colorado AG Releases Revised Proposed Rules for Automated Decision-Making Ahead of Hearing

Colorado AG Releases Revised Proposed Rules for Automated Decision-Making Ahead of Hearing

On October 6, the Colorado Attorney General (AG) released an interim redline of its proposed rules for implementing the state’s Automated Decision-Making Technology Act (SB 26-189) and Chatbot Safety Act (HB 26-1263). This release precedes an October 26 rulemaking hearing, with the goal of having rules adopted before the January 1, 2027, effective dates of these laws. The revised draft introduces a new rule that establishes when a system’s output is presumed to 'Materially Influence' a consequential decision. This presumption applies if a decision-maker reviews an output—such as a score, ranking, recommendation, or threshold—or uses it to screen data, and the output aligns with the final outcome. A deployer can rebut this presumption by demonstrating the output was only a 'De Minimis Factor.' Tools used solely for summarizing, organizing, or presenting information for human review are excluded from the statute's definition of the technology. The draft also clarifies that deployers remain responsible even w...
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700-Pound Elk 'Smash' Continues to Charge Vehicles and Golf Carts in Estes Park

700-Pound Elk 'Smash' Continues to Charge Vehicles and Golf Carts in Estes Park

A 700-pound bull elk, known as 'Smash,' has been repeatedly charging trucks and golf carts in Estes Park, Colorado, during the current rut season. One incident involved Smash lowering his antlers and striking the bedside panel of a Chevrolet Silverado. The driver quickly accelerated, and a following BMW made an immediate U-turn to avoid confrontation. This behavior is not isolated to Smash; Carrie Belt of Estes Valley Collision reported to 9NEWS that her shop has observed more elk running into vehicles this year than in previous years. While the exact reasons are not definitively known, local observations suggest elk might charge vehicles if they see their reflection or perceive a threat to their herd. Wildlife photographer Monica Breckenridge has also filmed Smash chasing cars and golf carts this season, and OutKick reported similar incidents last year. Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises visitors to maintain a distance of at least 75 feet from elk and to seek shelter in a vehicle or behind a sturdy barri...