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Judge blocks Montana logging project in Canada lynx habitat

HELENA, Mont. – A federal judge blocked a logging project northeast of Yellowstone National Park until federal officials analyze the effects of the project on Canada lynx that live in the ar...

DATE: Nov 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Man, girlfriend charged in shooting death of 2-year-old boy

DENVER – A former Adams County sheriff’s deputy has been charged in the shooting death of his girlfriend’s 2-year-old son near Fairplay. The Denver Post reported Tuesday that 45-...

DATE: Nov 23, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

With openings delayed, ski resorts offer sledding, sightseeing

DENVER – This fall’s unseasonably warm weather has forced several Colorado ski resorts to postpone their opening day but some are still offering activities for visitors over the Thanksgiving...

DATE: Nov 23, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

6 groups want change in Grand Canyon monument proposal

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Six hunting and fishing groups are pushing for a compromise in the event the Obama administration designates a national monument around Grand Canyon National Park, a heate...

DATE: Nov 20, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

NFL Roundup: Cowboys win franchise record 9th in a row

Brady ties Favre for 2nd all-time in wins

DATE: Nov 19, 2016 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

TOP 25: Ohio State, Michigan set up for Big 10 clash after wins

Ohio State survives scare, set to take on rival Michigan

DATE: Nov 19, 2016 | CATEGORY: College Sports

Time picks 100 most influential photos ever

NEW YORK – A single drop of milk. A newborn baby. The ravages of war and terrorism. The defiance of those who protest and the fear of those entrapped. All are included in a multim...

DATE: Nov 19, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Blogger wants new trial in dispute over BLM public lands

DENVER – An attorney for a blogger convicted of illegal use of an ATV for taking part in a ride through a federally protected canyon in Utah told a federal appeals court on Thursday that his...

DATE: Nov 17, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Interior chief: Trump team hasn’t contacted her department

DENVER – Interior Secretary Sally Jewell said Thursday that president-elect Donald Trump’s transition team hasn’t contacted her department and she doesn’t know what his policy will be on man...

DATE: Nov 17, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Indie film darling Parker Posey working on off-beat memoir

NEW YORK – Parker Posey, a longtime favorite in the independent film community, is planning a book with an off-beat spirit. Blue Rider Press has acquired the actress’ You’re On An...

DATE: Nov 17, 2016 | CATEGORY: Books

Navajo Nation lawmakers proposes funding for Amber Alert

ALBUQUERQUE – Navajo Nation lawmakers are proposing tribal legislation to fund an Amber Alert system and expand an emergency 911 system on the vast reservation. About $850,000 of ...

DATE: Nov 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Boulder County drilling moratorium extended

LONGMONT â€“ Boulder County has extended a moratorium on new oil and gas development in unincorporated parts of the county. County commissioners voted Tuesday evening to approve a...