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Pro-Palestinian protests spread on college campuses in Colorado, albeit muted compared to violent clashes elsewhere in America
Pro-Palestinian activists walked out of classes in Colorado on Wednesday, as protest actions began to spread across universities in the state, albeit more muted than the violent clashes in California and elsewhere in the country. For now, university officials have signaled that graduation ceremonies are on track and no classes...
Aurora residents can reserve free trees in energy-savings program
The city of Aurora is throwing shade at its residents. They can get free trees on Saturday through an energy-saving trees program, which also provides tips on where to plant them to maximize their benefit. The Arbor Day Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to planting trees, and Primoris Services Corp., a...
Disabled students cycle, try archery at new Golden adaptive sports complex
More than 100 students from Aurora Public Schools had a field day — literally and figuratively — Wednesday at the National Sports Center for the Disabled's recently-opened complex in Golden, Colo., on the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Students, many of whom were disabled, got to experience archery, cycling and an obstacle course — some for the first time.
Avalanche hopeful Jonathan Drouin will return for second round of NHL playoffs
WINNIPEG, Manitoba — The Avalanche head to the second round of the NHL postseason with a top-six winger potentially rejoining their lineup. Jonathan Drouin recently told a French Canadian media outlet that he suffered a skate blade cut on his leg in Colorado's regular-season finale. Drouin missed the first-round series against Winnipeg but is making positive health progress.
Bills to regulate 'uncertified' potatoes, increase funding for higher education signed into law
Gov. Jared Polis signed three bills into law on Wednesday, including one that advocates claimed could stop shootings before they happen. Guns and merchant codes Senate Bill 066 mandates payment networks, such as credit card companies, to provide processors with a newly developed merchant category code, or MCC, that will specifically be assigned to firearms and ammunition. ...
Snooze A.M. Eatery spending $3.5M on Ballpark, Union Station upgrades
Denver-based brunch place Snooze A.M. Eatery is cooking up some new projects. The brunch chain will temporarily close its original location in Denver's Ballpark neighborhood this summer for a major renovation project and move its Union Station restaurant into a bigger spot within the transit hub, Snooze A.M. announced Tuesday.
Colorado State, Colorado Christian among local teams eyeing deep postseason runs | Golf Insider
College golf's postseason is heating up and several Colorado teams and players will be part of the action. Conference tournaments wrapped up, and the NCAA regionals begin next week. Here is a look at where local programs stand in their race for a national title:. RMAC teams moving on to...
US 50 bridge reroute: Expanded travel times begin May 3 on County Road 26 local access route
Travel times on County Road 26, the US 50 highway reroute or Lake City Cutoff, are expanding to be open four times a day in each direction, the Colorado Department of Transportation said Wednesday in a social media post on X. Starting Friday, County Road 26 will be open four...
Jevon Porter, brother of Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr., arrested in Missouri
Another of Michael Porter Jr.'s brothers has run into trouble with the law. Jevon Porter, who starred at Pepperdine and planned to transfer to Loyola Marymount, was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Boone County, Mo., early Saturday morning, according to multiple reports. Jevon Porter was allegedly speeding before being pulled over. He was released on summons and not booked into jail. Power Mizzou was first to report the arrest.
Denver officers will not face charges following fatal 7-Eleven shooting
Four Denver police officers who shot and killed a man robbing a convenient store will not face criminal charges. Denver District Attorney Beth McCann announced in a decision letter Wednesday that the four officers involved with the shooting of 43-year-old Christopher Cauch on March 1 will not face charges. The officers were "justified based on Colorado law regarding use of force," McCann said in the decision letter to the Denver Police Department.
House tees up vote on antisemitism bill some Democrats fear may inflame tensions
The House will vote on an antisemitism bill on Wednesday in response to the nationwide pro-Palestinian protests occurring across college campuses, with some House Democrats coming out against the legislation as it would expand the definition of antisemitism. The bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023, which was introduced by Rep....
RTD bill sees significant changes, moves through committee
As part of a collaborative effort with stakeholders, a once-contentious bill that seeks to address issues related to the Regional Transportation District (RTD) has undergone substantial revisions. Originally, House Bill 1447 sought to reduce the size of RTD's board and alter the process for board member selection. However, after backlash...
Denver weather: Warm and breezy Wednesday, but with chance of thunderstorms
As clouds increase across the Denver skies on Wednesday so will the chance of thunderstorms, but temperatures are expected to reach the low 70s, according to the National Weather Service in Boulder. Wednesday will be mostly sunny earlier in the day, with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly...
Nighttime closures to I-70 in Aurora on May 2 and 3
Interstate 70 will be closed in both directions for two nights, Thursday and Friday, between Colfax Avenue and Tower Road in Aurora, the City of Aurora said Wednesday in a statement. The closure will take place during nighttime hours on Thursday and Friday from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Concurrently,...
Colorado 14ers to see new trail construction, maintenance this summer
The nonprofit leader in building and maintaining trails on Colorado's highest peaks enters the field season with plans to progress on an unprecedented project. Colorado Fourteeners Initiative is celebrating 30 years this summer. Mount Shavano represents "the most massive project that CFI has ever undertaken," the organization's executive director, Lloyd Athearn, has said. Eight years ago, CFI bought 41 acres of old mining claims around the Chaffee County summit. That...
USA Wheelchair Rugby adds Colorado's Josh O'Neill to Paris Games roster | Colorado Sunshine
USA Wheelchair Rugby is mining for gold. And Colorado's Josh O'Neill is at the center of the team's efforts. USA Wheelchair released its roster for the Paris 2024 U.S. Paralympics Tuesday and O'Neill, who lives in Colorado Springs and won a 2019 national championship with Denver Harlequins, earned a spot. Paris will be his first Paralympics.
Colorado lawmakers advance proposal dealing with contested books in public libraries
A panel of legislators approved a measure to create "standards" for public libraries in assessing contested materials after a similar proposal failed to pass through committee earlier in the session. Diving into an issue that has divided communities across America and enraged parents and activists on both sides of the...
EDITORIAL: Some social media boundaries to protect Colorado’s kids
Easy access to drugs and guns as well as sexual exploitation are among the many predatory influences beckoning Colorado’s kids through social media. And while parents are the ultimate arbiters and last line of defense against what their kids see online, there are some sensible steps we can take as a state to help safeguard our youth.
Avalanche vs. Jets: 3 takeaways from Colorado's Game 5 win
WINNIPEG, Manitoba — The Avalanche defeated the Jets, 6-3, Tuesday night in Game 5 of their first-round playoff matchup. Here are three takeaways from Canada Life Centre with Colorado winning the series in five games (4-1). Second-round bound. The Avalanche took care of business, defeating Winnipeg in five games,...
Weekend things to do around Denver, May 2-5: Art, gun show, Derby Day, and Cinco de Mayo
Each Thursday, explore Denver's essential weekend events curated by The Denver Gazette. Dive into cultural experiences and entertainment delights across the city. Whether you enjoy art galleries, pottery, or outdoor sports, there’s something for everyone in Denver's vibrant cultural scene. To submit an event for consideration, email listings@gazette.com. THURSDAY-SUNDAY.
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