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311 migrants arrested at New Mexico border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection said Tuesday that the latest group of 311 people made their way around the pedestrian…

23-year-old giraffe named Masika dies at Denver Zoo

KUSA-TV reports the zoo announced Tuesday the death of the reticulated giraffe named Masika, who zookeepers referred to as “The…

Colorado Democrats push changes to presidential electors

Measure would make state join popular vote compact

Mexican wolves caught in traps in New Mexico

A female Mexican gray wolf looks to avoid being captured for its annual vaccinations and medical checkup at the Sevilleta…

Yabba dabba adieu: ‘Flintstones’ theme park has been sold

The Arizona Daily Sun reported this week that the sale of Flintstones Bedrock City, north of Williams, Arizona, officially closed…

Online petition seeks impeachment of border governor

As of Tuesday, more than 30,000 people had endorsed the online petition that urges a Republican state legislator to charge…

Colorado reports $6 billion in marijuana sales since 2014

The figures released Tuesday represent sales through the end of 2018. According to the Colorado Department of Revenue, more than…

Alaska utility halts study of buying power from company

The Golden Valley Electric Association announced last week it had halted the study, saying Eco Green Generation had not filed…

Colorado woman pleads not guilty in toddler’s death

KKTV-TV reports Melissa Adamson was arraigned Monday, with a judge scheduling her trial for June. Authorities say Adamson left her…

Handyman accused of intentionally blowing up Denver rowhome

Todd Perkins, 56, was arrested Monday on suspicion of arson and attempted murder, said Capt. Greg Pixley, a spokesman for…

Denver teachers strike for 2nd day

Negotiations to resume

PBS’ ‘Finding Your Roots’ looks into political leaders’ past

This combination photo shows former U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan, from left, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii and “Game of…

Man arrested for vandalism inside Colorado Capitol

According to jail records, Elias Dominguez was arrested Friday on suspicion of second-degree burglary. It is not clear if Dominguez,…

Snowboarder who died after Snowmass jump attempt identified

The Pitkin County Coroner’s Office identified Tyler Hamm of Snowmass Village on Monday. The Aspen Times reports that Hamm crashed…

Police say man stole then crashed Colorado police cruiser

KRDO-TV reports that 36-year-old Richard Payne was arrested Saturday in Colorado Springs. Police say an officer responded to a report…

New Mexico Chicano leader Tijerina is subject of new film

Mexican director Angel Estrada Soto is showing his film, “They Called Me King Tiger,” around the U.S. and it will…

Top education union leader cheers Denver walkout

3:30 p.m. The head of the National Education Association, the country’s largest teachers union, is telling striking Denver teachers they…

Ever have an unexpectedly costly medical bill? State lawmakers want to prevent that

They propose new legislation that would end the practice of what’s called “balance billing,” which can cause consumers to get…

Santa Fe also seeing benefits of good ski season

Santa Fe’s ski shops, hotels and restaurants report booming business like they haven’t seen in years, the Santa Fe New…

International ski chief urged to quit over climate comment

Gian Franco Kasper, president of the International Ski Federationdu1-i-syn The climate advocacy group Protect Our Winters sent an open letter…

Western voters care more about climate than ‘energy dominance’

survey reveals a leap in support of conservation policies

Area where Colorado runner killed mountain lion stays closed

The Fort Collins Coloradoan reports Horsetooth Mountain Open Space was closed after Monday’s attack because of an increase in mountain…

Denver teachers prepare to strike over pay dispute

The teachers union and Denver Public Schools met Saturday in an attempt to reach a new contract after more than…