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‘Prolonged’ Rain And Snow Are On The Way. Here’s What You Should Know
The storm will probably impact people’s weekend plans — the winter storm warning lasts from midnight Friday until 6 a.m. Sunday.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Drought Returns To SE Colorado
The U.S. Drought Monitor reports dry conditions increased in the extreme southeast corner of Colorado over the past week.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Tolling Begins On Final Stretch Of US 36
With this final stretch open, the lanes will be open from Federal Boulevard to Table Mesa in Boulder.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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In-State Tuition For Homeless Students Advances At Colorado Legislature
Young people who live with a parent or guardian for a year can qualify for the in-state rate. However, many homeless youth can’t.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Fraud Threat Delays Some Colorado Tax Refunds
And in an effort to combat fraud, the state is also issuing some refunds via paper checks — even if the taxpayer asked for direct deposit.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Spelling Bee Tests Students, Long-time Pronouncer Of All Of Those Words
Charley Samson, a CPR Classical host, serves as the pronouncer for the Colorado Spelling Bee.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Colorado’s Snowpack At 95 Percent Of Average
Colorado is about 75 percent of the way through the snowpack season and in good shape despite the lack of precipitation.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Metro Denver Gets Nearly $20 Million To Address Homelessness
The money comes as officials try to address a growing homeless population.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Bill To Limit Red Light Cameras Moves To State Senate
There are some limits to where the cameras could be restricted: school zones, marked construction or repair zones and on arterial roads.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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State House Passes Bill To Allow Rainwater Collection
Colorado is the only state where collecting rainwater is illegal. Next, the state Senate takes up the bill.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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CDOT Arrests 276 Impaired Drivers Over Super Bowl Weekend
That’s an increase from last year, when CDOT made 234 arrests.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Soon, Denver Employees Can Offer ‘Mental Health First Aid’
“So many city employees touch the general population and could play a role in spotting issues,” said Don Mares, executive director of Denver’s Department of Human Services.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Arapahoe’s Nicolle Ingui Davies Wins National Librarian Of The Year
Davies won for her communication skills and her leadership. She tells CPR News how those skills convinced voters to approve a tax hike.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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This Weekend, Take Extra Time On US 36, Says CDOT
Lane restrictions are planned for between Broomfield and Westminster starting tomorrow night through Sunday morning.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Adams County Sting Nabs 10 Child Predator Suspects
Among the suspects is David Joseph Hocker who worked as a substitute teacher at Warren Village in Denver.
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By Jo Ann Allen
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Video: Belarus Tennis Player Celebrates Broncos’ Win
During an on-court interview after winning her match, Victoria Azarenka from Belarus asked the crowd “Can somebody please tell me, did the Broncos win?”
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