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Death penalty debate focuses on Colo. governor's view of flawed system
As an obviously distraught Gov. John Hickenlooper explained his decision to spare the life of convicted killer Nathan Dunlap, he called the state's death-penalty system imperfect and flawed.
New president at the Colorado League of Charter Schools
Almost a month ago, Jim Griffin stepped down from his position as president of the Colorado League of Charter schools .
As gas prices climb, Memorial Day travel expected to dip in Colorado
It's going to be another busy Memorial Day on the nation's highways, but AAA reports that road travel actually will be down within Colorado this weekend as gas prices continue to rise in Boulder and across the Front Range.
Tancredo to run for Colorado governor, calling death penalty reprieve 'the last straw'
Former U.S. Rep. Tom Tancredo, known for his strong stances on immigration, formally announced a run for governor on a conservative talk radio show Thursday.
Fugitive in LA attempted-murder...
A man wanted for 13 years on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles was captured in Colorado after someone called police to report he was urinating on a wall outside a KFC restaurant.
Before Soundgarden took the stage at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in July 2011, you could forgive the casual fan for wondering whether the band members were just the latest rock gods to pad their bank accounts with fan nostalgia.
'Gasland' director dishes on sequel, fracking in Colorado
When Gasland Director Josh Fox started making what would become one of the most galvanizing forces in the national battle against hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," he thought it would just be a short educational clip for people around his home state of Pennsylvania.
Colorado Governor Hickenlooper signs bills leading nation's animal protection
Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed two bills at the Denver Animal Shelter which promises to protect both law enforcement officials and the unnecessary death of dogs .
We Will Sell The Entire K99 CD Collection at Colorado's Largest Yard Sale
Colorado's Largest Yard Sale is coming back to the Outlets in Loveland at Highway 34 & I-25 on Saturday, June 1st from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hard to believe, but it is our 8th annual event.
Elizabeth man settles suit after being improperly removed from Amtrak train, arrested
Ojore Nuru Lutalo, shown in a 1998 file photo while in prison, has settled a lawsuit with Amtrak and a Colorado police department.
Energy-Rich Colorado Becomes Surprise Setting for Fracking Fight
Stan Dempsey, an oil and gas lobbyist, raced from one committee hearing to another in Colorado's statehouse this spring, defending the industry against an onslaught of bills.
State-Wide Initiative To Eat Healthy In Colorado, Uses Website & App
There's now an easier way to eat healthy in Colorado. It involves a website, a smartphone application, a unique state-wide initiative, and hundreds of restaurants are on board.
With Coyote Attacks On The Rise, People Need To Be More Aware
Wildlife experts say people are getting lax when it comes to coyotes. In a recent case, a little girl in Colorado Springs suffered serious injuries after a coyote attack.
Colorado parole department head on leave
The head of Colorado's parole department has been put on paid leave while an independent agency reviews parole operations.
Nathan Dunlap granted temporary reprieve by Colorado Gov. Hickenlooper
Gov. John Hickenlooper talks about his decision to grant a temporary reprieve to convicted killed Nathan Dunlap on Wednesday, May 23, 2013 at the Colorado Capitol Building.
Colorado: Gov. Hickenlooper temporarily blocks death penalty for convicted murderer Nathan Dunlap
Convicted murderer Nathan J. Dunlap got a temporary reprieve from the death penalty, as Colorado Gov.
Marijuana training: What Colorado's new pot laws mean to you
Last November's passage of Amendment 64 was greeted with joy by many members of the cannabis community.
17 Insurers Want To Play Ball In Colorado's Marketplace
Colorado became the latest state Wednesday to post proposed health insurance plans for its new online marketplace, which is slated begin enrolling people in coverage Oct.
Colorado craft breweries land in close-in Denver suburbs
Mike Naifeh, left, laughs with Jesse Duplessis in between preparing for the soft opening of Colorado Plus Brew Pub on May 9, 2013, in Wheat Ridge.
Jessica Ridgeway case prompts development of app to track kids
When 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway disappeared last fall somewhere along her route from home to school, John Guydon said he was shocked and badly wanted to help.