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North Fort Collins Neighborhood Experiencing Odd Criminal Behavior

Alex Ruiz — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:38:00 EDT

Fort Collins residents who live near Laporte and Shields went to an emergency meeting Thursday night so the Fort Collins Police could warn them about what's been in going on their neighborhood. "Well

Colorado Sheriffs Suing Over Gun Control Measures

Alex Ruiz — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:18:00 EDT

DENVER — Most of Colorado's sheriffs say they are suing to block two gun-control laws scheduled to take effect this summer.Fifty-four sheriffs are joining other gun-rights activists in trying to block

Flags at Half-Staff for Colorado Marine

Alex Ruiz — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:51:00 EDT

DENVER — Flags are flying at half-staff across Colorado in honor of a Parker Marine killed earlier this month in Afghanistan.The Pentagon says that 23-year-old Cpl. David Sonka of Parker and another Marine

Police Investigate Reported Theft Turned Chase

Alex Ruiz — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:47:00 EDT

LOVELAND -- Loveland police are investigating a reported motor vehicle theft that may have led to three cars driving erratically and chasing each other through the city on Tuesday. Police received an

Governor to Attend Woodward Groundbreaking

Alex Ruiz — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:25:00 EDT

FORT COLLINS -- Dignitaries will ceremonially turn the first shovels full of dirt Wednesday at a groundbreaking event for Woodward Inc.'s new world headquarters.Gov. John Hickenlooper, Fort Collins

Colorado Tea Party Groups Claim Discrimination

Alex Ruiz — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:48:00 EDT

DENVER — At least two Colorado tea party groups believe they were caught up in a politically targeted campaign by the Internal Revenue Service to make it hard for them to get tax exemptions.According

Patron Starts Fire in a Dressing Room

Alex Ruiz — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:48:00 EDT

Monday night, Loveland police received reports of a fire that started in a fitting.An employee of ARC Thrift stores called police after a customer started yelling because there was a fire in the dressing

Last-minute fortune seekers buy Powerball tickets

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:53:00 EDT

It's all about the odds.

Winning numbers drawn in Powerball jackpot

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:43:00 EDT

Lottery officials say the winning numbers in a near-historic Powerball jackpot have been drawn.

Authorities: Hofstra student was killed by police

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:33:00 EDT

A Hofstra University student being held in a headlock at gunpoint by an intruder was accidently shot and killed by a police officer who had responded to the home invasion at an off-campus home, police said Saturday.

1 of 2 fires north of LA contained

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:13:00 EDT

One of two wildfires burning in the hills and mountains around Interstate 5 north of Los Angeles was fully contained Saturday and authorities were getting an upper hand on the second one.

Police call fatal NYC shooting a hate crime

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:13:00 EDT

Police say the man charged with killing a gay man on a Manhattan street in an apparent hate crime has a previous arrest for attempted murder.

Up to 60 injured after car drives into Va. parade

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:03:00 EDT

An elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Saturday parade in a small Virginia mountain town and investigators were looking into whether he suffered a medical emergency before the accident.

Official: Broken rail eyed in Conn. train crash

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:33:00 EDT

The commuter train derailment and collision that left dozens injured outside New York City was not the result of foul play, officials said Saturday, but a fractured section of rail is being studied to determine if it is...

Federal report documents inmate sex abuse in US

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:53:00 EDT

Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at U.S. jails...

FBI searches apartment in ricin letter case

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:53:00 EDT

Authorities in hazardous materials suits searched a downtown Spokane apartment Saturday, investigating the recent discovery of a pair of letters containing the deadly poison ricin.

First lady to high school grads: Live your dreams

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:13:00 EDT

First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: Strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.

Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:03:00 EDT

New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.

6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:13:00 EDT

Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.

David Beckham announces retirement

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:55:00 EDT

David Beckham has announced his retirement from football, Britain's Daily Mail reports.

How to stay anonymous online

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT

Pretty soon, just about everything we do on the Web will be logged, analyzed, and used for things outside of our control. Here are some ways to help stop that.

'Nonsmoking' hotel rooms may not fully protect guests

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

People who opt for nonsmoking rooms in hotels with a partial smoking ban are not fully protected from harmful exposure to so-called "thirdhand" smoke, according to a new study.

Five keys to keep your valentine's heart

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:25:00 EST

If you're hoping that a bouquet of flowers or a heart-shaped box of chocolates might give your relationship a boost this Valentine's Day, you might be disappointed.

Valentine's Day a show of wealth for single men?

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:12:00 EST

On Valentine's Day, single men are far more likely than married guys to splurge on a loved one, a marketing expert from Harvard Business School says.

What do your Valentine's Day flowers really mean?

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 10:00:00 EST

Take a cue from Victorian days, and select flowers that express your feelings without your needing to say a word.

Have yourself a recycled Valentine's Day

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 11:34:00 EST

It's a perfect time of year for another DIY project made from recycled materials!

Valentine's Day party ideas for kids

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:30:00 EST

Throwing a Valentine's Day party for your children and their friends is an easy way to have fun and celebrate a day of sweetness and friendship.

Stressed-out men may prefer heavier women

Thu, 9 Aug 2012 16:15:00 EDT

New research suggests that stress makes men more likely to be attracted to slightly heavier women, possibly because evolution has programmed them that way.

Geek love: Dating apps that choose social over science

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:43:00 EST

Algorithm-based online dating sites are a dime a dozen, and several new apps are trying to inject a little more personality into the system.

Valentine’s gifts for him and her

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:04:00 EST

We've narrowed down a list to our favorite tech-related ways to say "I love you" on Valentine's Day.

Valentine's Day cupcake recipes & icing ideas

Thu, 9 Feb 2012 12:17:00 EST

Whether you are making them for your family, children or a special someone, a homemade cupcake for Valentine's Day is a whole lot of love.

Valentine's Day cocktail recipes

Tue, 7 Feb 2012 16:32:00 EST

Go beyond the champagne, red wine or chardonnay and try something new and alluring for Valentine's Day. When planning a Valentine's Day romantic dinner or a fun evening for singles, cocktails can be fun to create and serve as a great conversation piece.

Colorado Ice Preview Vs. Tri-Cities

Spenser Tilus — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:38:00 EDT

The Colorado Ice play their first home game in over a month when they take on the Tri-Cities Fever this Saturday, May 18th at 6:00 PM. After three road games and a bye week the Ice return to Majestic Roofing Field at the Budweiser Events Center.

Northern Colorado Teams Show Well Day 1 At State Track Meet

Spenser Tilus — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:36:00 EDT

Teams from Northern Colorado performed well in the opening day of the State Tournament Thursday morning.

Fossil Ridge Girls Soccer Defeat Fairview 2-1 In 2OT

Spenser Tilus — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:08:00 EDT

The Fossil Ridge girls soccer team advanced to the State semi finals after defeating Fairview 2-1 in double overtime.

Three CSU Softball Athletes Earn All-Conference

Spenser Tilus — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:29:00 EDT

Three Colorado State softball players were recognized on Tuesday when the Mountain West released its 2013 all-conference team.

Mountain West SIgns Deal With ROOT Sports

Spenser Tilus — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:47:00 EDT

DIRECTV Sports Networks and the Mountain West Conference have entered into a multi-year agreement, making DIRECTV Sports, and its ROOT SPORTS-branded regional sports network, the regional TV home of Mountain West football and men's basketball.

CSU Tennis 9th In Nation For Attendance

Spenser Tilus — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:46:00 EDT

The Colorado State women's tennis program finished the 2013 season with the nation's ninth-best attendance average for its home matches. The Rams ranked in the top 10 for the entire season, ranking as high as No. 5 in the March reporting period.

CSU Water Polo Season Review

Spenser Tilus — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:44:00 EDT

The Colorado State women's water polo team, founded in 2005, completed its final competition on April 28. After a 1-2 finish at the WWPA Championships in Santa Clara, Calif., the Rams placed fourth, tying their best finish.

Fort Collins Foxes Release Schedule

Spenser Tilus — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:43:00 EDT

The Fort Collins Foxes Baseball Club officially released the team's 2013 schedule today.

14 CSU Track and Field Athletes Make All-Conference

Spenser Tilus — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:34:00 EDT

The Mountain West announced its men's and women's outdoor track and field all-conference teams Monday, with 14 Rams qualifying. All-conference selections were awarded to the top three finishers in each event at last week's conference championships held in Las Vegas, Nev.

Rocky Baseball Rolls Gateway

Spenser Tilus — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:14:00 EDT

Top seeded Rocky Baseball rolled over 32nd seeded Gateway 11-1 in the opening round of the State Tournament.

Larimer County Invests in "Silver Bullet" Airstream

Alex Ruiz — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:45:00 EDT

"Blinged-out" is how Larimer County's Department of Natural Resources describes its latest acquisition. A 31-foot Airstream trailer, the 2006 75th anniversary edition of the company's Classic model,

Bohemian Foundation Donates $533,215 to Non-Profits

Alex Ruiz — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:04:00 EDT

The Bohemian Foundation, a philanthropic organization founded by Fort Collins billionaire Pat Stryker gave $533,214 to all sorts of non profits in Fort Collins. 35 organizations that target specific areas

Ft. Collins named Platinum Bike Friendly Community

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:51:00 EDT

The City of Fort Collins receives another accolade. This time it's being named a Platinum Bike Friendly Community.

Plane Hit and Severed Power Line Before Crash that Killed Fort Collins Girl

Alex Ruiz — Fri, 10 May 2013 11:29:00 EDT

NORFOLK, NEB. — A preliminary federal report says a small plane hit and severed a power line before crashing in northeast Nebraska, killing two people aboard.The National Transportation Safety Board

Loveland Police Looking for Two Suspicious Men In Van

Alex Ruiz — Thu, 9 May 2013 18:56:00 EDT

Loveland Police detectives are investigating a report of the following: On May 6, 2013 at approximately 3:30 p.m., a twelve-year-old girl was riding her bike home from Lucile Erwin Middle School. When

Fort Collins Police: Scam Alert

Thu, 9 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

Fort Collins Police are warning resident's about a scam using re loadable debit cards.

Police Ask Public to Help Identify Suspects

Alex Ruiz — Thu, 9 May 2013 18:45:00 EDT

Police released images of suspected participants from a late-April party in the Summerhill neighborhood that escalated to riot-like conditions.

MAX construction update

Thu, 9 May 2013 14:45:00 EDT

The MAX construction project will close the intersection of Swallow Road and MCClelland Drive beginning Monday, May 13th.

Decision Allowing Drilling in West Greeley Upheld

Alex Ruiz — Thu, 9 May 2013 14:07:00 EDT

GREELEY — Following hours of public comment, the Greeley City Council is upholding a decision to allow Mineral Resources Inc. to drill near a west Greeley neighborhood. The Greeley Tribune reports (http://bit.ly/15pHcj5

Fraud Scheme Warning: Fraudsters acting like bank security

Mon, 6 May 2013 16:38:00 EDT

The Greeley Police Department is warning Northern Colorado residents' about a scheme targeting mainly senior citizens.

Greeley Police Ask For Help in find Missing Teenage Boy

Alex Ruiz — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:07:00 EDT

Early last summer the Greeley Police Department sent out the press release asking for assistance in locating an endangered teenager, Trevor Craven, who disappeared when he was 17. Craven is now 19 and

Greeley named Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:45:00 EDT

Greeley is named a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community.

Weld County Sheriff's Posse Mission

Alex Ruiz — Mon, 6 May 2013 17:21:00 EDT

According a press release, The Weld County Sheriff's Mounted Posse is embarking on a journey to the National Peace Officers Memorial Week in Washington D. C., May 2013. The Sheriff's Posse will be traveling

3 arrested in death of Colorado Springs-area man

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:12:00 EDT

Three people have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a Colorado Springs-area man, including the victim's wife and daughter.

Udall seeks feedback on proposed national monument

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:32:00 EDT

U.S. Sen. Mark Udall is asking for the public's help in crafting legislation to create a national monument that would include 22,000 acres on both sides of the Arkansas River between Salida and Buena Vista in...

Mother accused of neglect put on leave from job

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:36:00 EDT

The mother of a 13-year-old boy who Colorado Springs police say was living in a home littered with human waste has been placed on administrative leave from her part-time job at a church nursery.

Boulder County 'osprey cam' knocked off the air

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:00:00 EDT

A rainstorm appears to have knocked the popular Boulder County Fairgrounds "osprey cam" off the air.

Inmate charged with killing cellmate in 2011

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:32:00 EDT

An inmate accused of beating and strangling his cellmate at the Sterling Correctional Facility has been charged with second-degree murder.

Irritant spray hospitalizes 4 high school students

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:04:00 EDT

Authorities say four people were hospitalized after a student released pepper spray or mace at a Boulder high school.

News Minute: Here is the latest Colorado news from The Associated Press

Sat, 18 May 2013 04:31:00 EDT

A majority of Colorado's elected sheriffs are trying to end new gun restrictions with a federal lawsuit against the state. The laws that limit the size of ammunition magazines and expand background checks to private and...

This Hour: Latest Colorado news, sports, business and entertainment

Sat, 18 May 2013 04:31:00 EDT

Most of Colorado's elected sheriffs are trying to strike new gun restrictions with a federal lawsuit against the state that argues the laws violate the right to bear arms.

Escaped prisoner apprehended in Denver

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:59:00 EDT

A convict who walked away from a minimum security facility a month age has been apprehended in Denver.

Colorado soldier gets 21 years in fatal shooting

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:39:00 EDT

An Iraq War veteran who was convicted of manslaughter in a motorcycle club shooting has been sentenced to 21 years in prison.