Longtime ESPN sportscaster Scott dies at 49

Stuart Scott, the longtime "SportsCenter" anchor and ESPN personality known for his known for his enthusiasm and ubiquity, died Sunday. He was 49.

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Longtime ESPN sportscaster Scott dies at 49

Stuart Scott, the longtime "SportsCenter" anchor and ESPN personality known for his known for his enthusiasm and ubiquity, died Sunday. He was 49.

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Incoming Senate chairman: Gas tax increase on table

The incoming chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee says raising the federal fuel taxes is among the options under consideration to replenish the dwindling Highway Trust Fund.

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Early voting for Lois Kolkhorst's empty representative seat begins Monday

Early voting starts Monday in the special election to replace Lois Kolkhorst in House District 13. Election Day is Jan. 13.

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SKorean Ebola medic flown to Germany for anonymity

A South Korean medic exposed to Ebola while working in West Africa has been flown to Germany for treatment because the patient's anonymity would be better protected there, authorities in Berlin said Saturday.

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Coming up short

The Colorado Mesa men’s basketball team had the ball for the last shot on the second consecutive night.

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FBI Investigating if 3 US Teen Girls Attempted to Join Islamic Slate: Reports

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is probing if three American teenage girls were attempting to join the Islamic State (IS) jihadist group in Syria, CBS News reported Wednesday.

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In search of a Boston jury to try marathon suspect

His accusers brandish a confession scribbled inside a boat during an intensive manhunt and a video they say shows him placing a backpack with a bomb a few feet from a little boy who died when it exploded seconds later.

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Daily Picks: Predators finish SoCal double dip

Daily Picks: Predators finish SoCal double dip

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Tax refunds at top of list for Colorado lawmakers

DENVER (AP) - Colorado lawmakers are preparing to debate tax refunds during what's expected to be a packed legislative session where resolving complicated issues will be more challenging with each major party controlling a chamber of the Statehouse. Democrats will again control the House, but Republicans have gained ...

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Having conquered Broadway, Boulder native continues quest to change craft's image

Adam Trent and his group of talented friends, "The Illusionists," want to do for magic what Cirque du Soleil did for the old-school circus: replace goofy clowns with seductive and intriguing aerials; swap tacky costumes for exquisite and sexy style and give the whole experience a sophisticated, fantasia-like adult edge

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Midwest, eastern US bracing for Arctic blast, subzero temps

CHICAGO (AP) — The Midwest and eastern parts of the U.S. on Sunday braced for Arctic temperatures that were expected to arrive during the next few days.

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Plunkett - Dingwall

Kristen Plunkett and Bill Dingwall were married on July 5, 2014, at Brookside Gardens in Berthoud.

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Will California's Long Drought End in 2015?

With California's rainy season being defined by a short winter window, what happens in January and February will be critical.

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Arctic blast expected for U.S., too

The Midwest and eastern parts of the U.S. on Sunday braced for Arctic temperatures that were expected to arrive during the next few days.

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Bulls Fall 6-2 to Petes

BELLEVILLE, ON - The Belleville Bulls and the Peterborough Petes met for the third time this season on Saturday night at the Yardmen Arena.

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Netanyahu Vows To Save Israeli Soldiers from International Criminal Court

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel “will not sit idly by” in the wake of Palestinian efforts to join the International Criminal Court. Click here for the rest of the article...

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Aces steamroll Utah in third period with four-goal comeback

ANCHORAGE, Alaska - Ryan Walters scored two shorthanded goals and Olivier Archambault added two of his own, all in the third period to lift the Alaska Aces to a 4-1 comeback victory over the Utah Grizzlies before 4,369 fans at Sullivan Arena on Saturday.

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Illinois extends marijuana experiment to children

A new law expanding the Illinois medical marijuana program to children is opening a market for an unproven strain of cannabis called Charlotte's Web and a dark green, weed-fragrant oil made from it.

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Heartbreak in Bako as Condors Fall 4-3

CONDORSTOWN, Calif. - The Bakersfield Condors (17-12-1-3, 38pts), owned by the Edmonton Oilers, scored the first three goals of the game but could not hold on against the Ontario Reign (18-10-2-4, 42pts), falling 4-3 Saturday night at Rabobank Arena.

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Israel Arrests Palestinian Militants Inspired by Islamic State

Israeli forces have detained three Islamic State-inspired militants in the West Bank, the first known Palestinian cell linked to the insurgent group, the Shin Bet said. Click here for the rest of the article...

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West Michigan Lake Hawks come up short in ABA road trip to Colorado

Kulwanie Saunders had a team-high 28 points in a game streamed live by ESPN.com.

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Sabaldan: The Year of Duterte

RODRIGO Duterte personifies the opposite of the wolf in sheep's clothing. Such is evident in his longing for peace, freedom, progress and commitment. People love him for his humility and compassion yet strong, adamant stand that says criminals must not harass government and the law-abiding citizens, instead government should be the one to harass the enemies of peace. Inheriting a depraved sports ...

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Women of steel: More women finding home in steel industry

Mary Lynn Gargas-South was the lone female in a group of 200 salaried employees in her department when she started her career at ArcelorMittal predecessor Inland Steel in East Chicago 31 years ago.

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Arctic blast expected for U.S., too

The Midwest and eastern parts of the U.S. on Sunday braced for Arctic temperatures that were expected to arrive during the next few days.

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Midwest, eastern U.S. brace for Arctic blast

The Midwest and eastern parts of the U.S. on Sunday braced for Arctic temperatures that were expected to arrive during the next few days.

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Alpine Skiing: Shiffrin dominates in Zagreb slalom

US teenager Mikaela Shiffrin won her second World Cup slalom race of the season in Zagreb on Sunday (Jan 4) with Austria's Kathrin Zettel in second and Nina Loeseth of Norway third.

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Missouri defeats Lipscomb 72-60

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) _ Johnathan Williams III scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds while Keith Shamburger added 15 points to lead Missouri past Lipscomb 72-60 on Saturday. After close losses to Illinois and Oklahoma State in front of spirited crowds in St. Louis and Kansas City, the Tigers looked lethargic for most of the […]

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Kearney wins women's World Cup moguls event

CALGARY, Alberta — American Hannah Kearney won the women's World Cup moguls event Saturday and Canada's Mikael Kingsbury topped the men's field at Canada Olympic Park for the fifth straight time. The 28-year-old Kearney, expected to retire at the end of the season, has 43 World Cup victories.

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Why Donald Cerrone thought his UFC 182 fight sucked – and why he threw 'f-ck you kicks'

LAS VEGAS – Ask Donald Cerrone an honest question, and you’ll get an honest answer – no matter how harsh his self-assessment might be.Filed under: Featured Videos, News, UFC, Videos

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Jordan Suspends Talks On $15 Billion Gas Deal With Israel

Jordan has suspended negotiations with Israel on a $15 billion deal to import natural gas. Click here for the rest of the article...

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Midwest, eastern US bracing for Arctic blast, subzero temps

CHICAGO (AP) — The Midwest and eastern parts of the U.S. on Sunday braced for Arctic temperatures that were expected to arrive during the next few days.

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Shiffrin dominates in World Cup slalom

Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin has won her second World Cup slalom race of the season in Zagreb.

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'Super Bowl of Astronomy' Blasts Off in Seattle This Week

A huge meeting of space scientists kicks off today in Seattle, Washington, as thousands of attendees descend on the coastal city.

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US teen Shiffrin dominates in Zagreb slalom

US teenager Mikaela Shiffrin won her second World Cup slalom race of the season in Zagreb on Sunday with Austria's Kathrin Zettel in second and Nina Loeseth of Norway third.

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Tribune Opinion: Transparency, accountability are key to our election process

Colorado election law is pretty clear that those who want to try to influence a political race through an organized, funded campaign need to identify themselves so voters know the source of the message.

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Gilcrest farmers remain hopeful for groundwater solution in 2015

The Groundwater Coalition will hold its next tour of damages to the Gilcrest/LaSalle area at 1 p.m. Jan. 15. For more information, contact Glen Fritzler at (970) 737-2141.

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Michael Rourke sworn in as Weld district attorney

Michael Rourke’s appointment as district attorney lasts for two years, and he will be eligible to run for his first four-year term in the 2016 election. The office of the district attorney is limited to three, full four-year terms.

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Business listings, Jan. 4, 2015

These applications for assumed business names were filed recently at the Champaign County clerk's office: Array Technical Service Group-ATSG, 1704 E. Colorado Ave., Apt. 102, U, by Robert Pendleton, same address. B&B Plaster Co., 6051/2 W. Bradley Ave., C, by Clark F. Bobo, same address. read more

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Minnesota, Parts of US Bracing for Arctic Blast, Subzero Temps

The Midwest and eastern parts of the U.S. on Sunday braced for Arctic temperatures that were expected to arrive during the next few days. A mix of precipitation on Saturday that included snow, ice and rain affected a swath from the Oklahoma Panhandle...

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Biz Quiz 2014: A look at the year in business

How well do you remember the past year's business developments in East Central Illinois? Test your memory with a look back at the year in business Ah, 2014. It was the year of wood-fired pizza, video game cafes and memory care centers. Speaking of memory, it's time to test yours. How well do you remember the past year's business developments in East Central Illinois? read more

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Eat right! Know what food your body needs for the race

AS the one-week countdown starts for marathon day and tapering is ongoing, we must also think about our nutrition. After all, it is food that provides our muscles with energy to run 42.2 kilometers and to ignore proper fueling would be like throwing away all the training and hard work we’ve put in over the last few months.

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Environmental Almanac: 2014 was year of wildlife firsts

Did I resolve to spend more time outdoors last year? If so, resolution kept. Between Christmas bird counts and deer hunting, I was in the field from before sunrise until after sunset at least eight days in the final five weeks of 2014. And that's after an already good year and in addition to normal activities. read more

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Man hit and killed by car on east side

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WISH) – An east side pedestrian was struck and killed by a car and has now passed away.

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US teen Shiffrin dominates in Zagreb slalom

Zagreb (AFP) - US teenager Mikaela Shiffrin won her second World Cup slalom race of the season in Zagreb on Sunday with Austria's Kathrin Zettel in second and Nina Loeseth of Norway third. Reigning Olympic and world champion Shiffrin from Vail, Colorado, produced a technically impeccable performance to dominate the first run. She stayed focussed second time out and dominated the opposition with ...

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Trains plus crude oil equals trouble along the tracks

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. –– Every day, strings of black tank cars filled with crude oil roll slowly across a long wooden railroad bridge over the Black Warrior River.

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Business Diary

The Burtek Group, Chesterfield Township, acquired Process Fab Inc., Santa Fe Springs, Calif., an engineering, design and manufacturing company. The Burtek Group will continue to operate out of its Michigan and Santa Fe Springs facilities under Burtek Holdings Inc. Websites: burtekenterprises.com, processfab.com.

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2014 Year in Review: Top 10 sports stories

Arielle and Taylor Gold find success in 2014 One of the first big stories of the year was the success of Steamboat’s Taylor and Arielle Gold, the snowboarding siblings who earned spots on the Olympic snowboard half-pipe team. Things didn’t go well in Russia for the Olympics. Taylor struggled in the sloppy conditions, failing to advance from the semifinal. Arielle didn’t even get to compete after ...

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2014 Year in Review: Top news stories

From problem bears poaching food from trash cans and sneaking into condominium hot tubs to Steamboat’s first foray into recreational pot sales, 2014 was a year to remember. The Steamboat Springs City Council wrestled with several key issues including the perennial downtown parking problem, the ongoing debate about selecting a site for a new police station, employee pay and cuts to the city’s ...

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Education has many ups and downs in 2014

The schools in Rim Country, from K-12 to the community college, weathered slim budgets, staffing upheavals, and close votes during the 2014 school year, but also saw new directions and capital improvements.

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