Sunday, December 28, 2014

Colorado's cannabis experiment puts it into a global spotlight

One year after he became, unofficially, the first legal recreational marijuana customer in America, Sean Azzariti sits on a couch in Denver's 3D Cannabis Center and looks up to see .

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Colorado among two dozen states raising minimum wage next year

Colorado will raise its minimum wage 23 cents to $8.23 an hour at the start of the new year, putting it among two dozen states lifting their lowest pay levels in 2015.

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Colorado ranks No. 2 in U.S. for monthly marijuana use

As marijuana legalization took hold in Colorado, the estimated percentage of regular cannabis users in the state jumped to the second-highest level in the country, according to new federal data.

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18 things to do today, Dec. 28, in Boulder County

As a boy, Dawa was an illiterate Tibetan nomad, whose life revolved around herding yaks. At 13 his life changed.

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How to retire early .... 35 years early

For many Americans, the idea of an early retirement is pure fantasy — many surveys suggest that a good portion of us are convinced we’ll never be able to retire at all. But what if retirement saving isn’t quite as insurmountable an obstacle as you think?

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Hitchhikers steal car from good Samaritan

A Colorado Springs man tells police he tried to help out two hitchhikers in cold weather but they stole his car at gunpoint.

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End of Year Rez Pup Special!

Once again ICTMN has decided to pay tribute to some cool rez pups. ...

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Victim Robbed after Being Approached by Three Men Asking for Information

A man was robbed in a neighborhood on the north side of Colorado Springs after three men approached him asking who lived in a nearby town home.

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Cold to Sweep Across the Country Heading Into New Year's

The final days of 2014 will feature tumbling temperatures across the country.

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Kane Helps Blackhawks To 5-2 Win Over Avs

Brent Seabrook has never played better defense than he is right now. And that's powering his recent offensive surge.

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Cold to Sweep Across the Country Heading Into New Year's

The final days of 2014 will feature tumbling temperatures across the country.

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Year in Review: Bruins foiled by a bad Hab-it

The 2013-14 Bruins will go down in team history as the “What Could Have Been B’s.” You might have to go all the way back to 1971 to find a Bruins team that had such high hopes only to be dashed — and by their archrivals, the Montreal Canadiens. That ’71 team was coming off a Stanley Cup win, had broken many offensive records and was the clear favorite to win the Cup again that spring.

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Morning photo: Sunday set

Winter magic! FRISCO — An exceptional morning a few days after Christmas brought magical light to the Blue River Valley, in Summit County, Colorado. Temps below zero and a layer of frozen fog and mist combined to create a beautiful sundog, forming nearly a full circle around the sun. It may be a little challenging […]

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Billings infant allegedly assaulted by parents dies in Denver hospital

The infant that police say was assaulted by his parents on Christmas Eve died early Saturday at the Children’s Hospital Colorado in Aurora, Colo., according to Lt. Jeremy House of the Billings Police Department.

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Gnarly Trombone: These predictions are bound to come true — maybe

OK now, pay attention. It’s time for our predictions for next year, and I know you’re very excited about it. We do this every year, of course, and every year, of course, EVERY prediction comes true. Just don’t go back and check.

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Traffic crash in eastern Weld County takes two lives

A two-car crash in eastern Weld County claimed the lives of two people on Christmas Day, the Weld County Coroner’s Office reported Friday. The crash occurred shortly after 4:30 p.m. Thursday on U.S. 34 near milepost 135, about 17 miles east of Kersey.

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Greeley Stampede officials look to bigger and brighter future after a successful ’14

» Carnival attendance up 17 percent over 2013. » PRCA Rodeo attendance up 16 percent (29,375 tickets sold in 2013, to 33,965 tickets sold in 2014). » Xtreme Bulls up 18 percent (4,166 to 4,933).

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Daley, Demers Lead Stars Over Blues 4-3

Saturday's win was the first for the Stars against a Central Division opponent. Dallas is now 1-7-3 in divisional play.

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A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge

A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge FILE - In this Nov. 20, 2014, file photo, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, center, recites the Pledge of Allegiance before giving the keynote address at the National Summit on Education Reform in Washington.

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Latest Forecast: Bitter Cold And Snow On The Way

A dry Sunday before a Winter blast of cold and snow.

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Eye Openers: Memories of the 1983 Gator Bowl

Iowa’s appearance later this week in what is now known as the TaxSlayer Bowl dredges up some memories for many of us.

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WSU studies green winter road technology

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) - Researchers at Washington State University are working on environmentally friendly ways that use less salt to reduce snow and ice on roads. Their work comes amid growing concerns about the impact of salt and chemical deicers on the environment, said Xianming Shi, WSU associate ...

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Arizona knocks off Anaheim in shootout

WINNER: Shane Doan (19) of the Arizona Coyotes celebrates with teammates on the bench after scoring a shoot out goal against the Anaheim Ducks at Gila River Arena in Glendale, Arizona, on Saturday.

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A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge

WASHINGTON (AP) — The faces of the Republican Party's most ambitious members are changing.

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The Best (and Worst) Investments They Ever Made

The Wall Street Journal. It’s the time of year for reflection. The Wall Street Journal asked successful people in the world of finance and beyond about the best or worst investments they ever made.

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WSU studies green winter road technology

According to The Salt Institute in Alexandria, Virginia, about 17 million tons of deicing salt is applied to roadways in the U.S. each year. Issues include the temperature at which various products will work, the damage various chemicals cause to vehicles and roadways and the impacts on the environment. "The sodium chloride rock salt has been a long established, well-utilized, functional tool ...

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A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge

The faces of the Republican Party's most ambitious members are changing.

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Arizona knocks off Anaheim in shootout

WINNER: Shane Doan (19) of the Arizona Coyotes celebrates with teammates on the bench after scoring a shoot out goal against the Anaheim Ducks at Gila River Arena in Glendale, Arizona, on Saturday.

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$300 million Windy Gap water diversion to benefit Broomfield

Federal water authorities have signed off on the $300 million Windy Gap Firming Project to siphon more water out of the Colorado River Basin into a huge new reservoir for the high-growth Front Range.

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Mariah Carey treats herself to a Louis Vuitton shopping spree in Aspen

After telling her husband 'not to come' to her family Christmas in Aspen, Mariah Carey was shopping away any heartache when she visited Louis Vuitton on Saturday night.

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A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge

The faces of the Republican Party's most ambitious members are changing.

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Man Killed By Pet Dog: Fatal Attack By Owner’s Pit Bull On Christmas Shocking

A 40-year-old man died in a vicious dog attack on Christmas. The Indiana man, Edward L. Cahill, was killed by his pet dog, named “Fat Boy.” While police in Portage are trying to determine what led to the fatal pit bull attack, a longstanding debate over the popular, but infamous, K-9 companions shows the public Man Killed By Pet Dog: Fatal Attack By Owner’s Pit Bull On Christmas Shocking is an ...

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Fiesta Bowl 2014: Top Storylines to Follow in Boise State vs. Arizona

Boise State enters the 2014 Fiesta Bowl looking to build on an already-prestigious history in the bowl, going up against an Arizona team that might feel a distinct home-field advantage. But although the Wildcats should have somewhat of a crowd advantage due to the proximity, the Broncos will make this quite the spectacle. Along with prestigious history in the bowl game, Boise State has shown its ...

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Can Cats win them all?

Can Cats win them all?

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A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge

FILE - In this Nov. 20, 2014, file photo, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, center, recites the Pledge of Allegiance before giving the keynote address at the National Summit on Education Reform in Washington.

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Kane helps Blackhawks to 5-2 win over Avs

Patrick Kane scored twice and Corey Crawford stopped 23 shots, leading the Central Division-leading Chicago Blackhawks to a 5-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night.

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Jim Dey: The Blagojevich brothers at odds

In this season of brotherly love, it's anything but that between two brothers caught in the crosshairs of one of Illinois' biggest political scandals. Rod and Rob are on the outs, Rob characterizing their relationship as "completely broken." read more

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The recruiting line

Maybelle Chotvacs is having a hard time adapting to life without her favorite bus line. Sitting at her home last week, the 85-year-old Old Town resident said she is missing opportunities to play violin with her friends in Craig because the city of Steamboat Springs cut the Yellow Line. She doesn’t want to have to walk or drive on slick roads to a regional bus stop the city’s bus used to take her ...

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C-U's George Will reflects on his career, what's in store for future

With 100 columns to write every year and as many TV appearances, George Will doesn't hurt for work. But he's now embarking on a large project: an analysis of conservative politics. WASHINGTON — With 100 columns to write every year and as many TV appearances, George Will doesn't hurt for work. But he's now embarking on a large project: an analysis of conservative politics. read more

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A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge

WASHINGTON (AP) - The faces of the Republican Party's most ambitious members are changing.

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More people leaving Wyo. than moving in

CHEYENNE - For the first time since 2001, more people have been leaving Wyoming than moving in, a report from the state's Economic Analysis Division shows.

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Internal medicine doctors in short supply

CHEYENNE - Cheyenne Regional Medical Center plans to recruit more internal medicine doctors to the Capital City. "There is a definite community need for internal medicine physicians," Margo Karsten, chief executive officer at CRMC, said, adding that the issue is a national concern.

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Eagles' Timothy B. Schmit Reuniting With Poco For Special Event Recap

Eagles bassist Timothy B. Schmit will reunite with his old Poco bandmates next month for induction into the Colorado Music Hall Of Fame.

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A bigger tent? Republicans facing minority challenge ahead of 2016 presidential race

WASHINGTON — The faces of the Republican Party's most ambitious members are changing.

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Ultimate Sportsman’s Lodge on Great American Country

Renowned outdoors expert Chris Dorsey has gathered a team of architects, contractors and craftsmen to build an outdoorsman’s paradise that includes incredible mountain vistas, a nearby trout stream and 7,000 square feet of rustic luxury in Colorado. Follow the build in the new Ultimate Sportsman’s Lodge Colorado series, hosted by Dorsey. “As a lifelong sportsman, [...]

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South Beach river access at risk for removal from Stewardship Trust

As the Colorado State Land Board considers removing Craig’s South Beach public river access land parcel from its Stewardship Trust, Craig officials and community members disagree.

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A bigger tent? GOP faces minority challenge

WASHINGTON (AP) — The faces of the Republican Party's most ambitious members are changing.

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Bruins foiled by a bad Hab-it

The 2013-14 Bruins will go down in team history as the “What Could Have Been B’s.” You might have to go all the way back to 1971 to find a Bruins team that had such high hopes only to be dashed — and by their archrivals, the Montreal Canadiens. That ’71 team was coming off a Stanley Cup win, had broken many offensive records and was the clear favorite to win the Cup again that spring.

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Bruins: Looking back and ahead

2014 KEY MOMENTS 1. Streaking success On March 22, the Bruins beat the Coyotes in Phoenix for their 12th straight win, a streak of success that would catapult them to the Presidents Trophy. Bruins fans had every right to think they were watching another Stanley Cup winner. The B’s had four solid lines, Tuukka Rask was having a Vezina Trophy season and their blue line had somehow withstood the ...

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Chelsea resident Daniel Lindauer nominated for placement at U.S. Naval Academy

U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow announced today that she has nominated Chelsea resident Daniel Lindauer to the the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md.

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