Author: Denver Gazette
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Jefferson County jury returns guilty verdict in bludgeoning case
A Jefferson County jury on Thursday found Alex Ewing guilty of fatally bludgeoning Patricia Smith with a hammer in 1984. Investigators used DNA evidence to connect Ewing, 61, to Smith’s murder. “We truly appreciate the jury’s service in this difficult case, and our thoughts are with the family of Patricia Smith as they finally see…
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LETTERS: Where’s the common sense?
Where is the common sense? Loved the Opinion piece on Cherry Creek valedictorians — finally someone with some sense explaining why star students deserve to be noticed and celebrated! Why are all of these schools and districts marginalizing these gifted and talented students? This fraction of kids care so deeply about their success, dedication and…
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LETTERS: This killing machine drug; reliance on fossil fuel
This killing machine drug I have to agree completely with Michael Allen and John Kellner in their assessment of the current legislation that is proposed by our current Colorado leadership. This bill will do little to stem the flow of this dangerous and too easily obtained illegal drug. The possession of fentanyl in any amount…
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NCAR fire in Boulder is 35% contained; evacuations lifted
NCARFire Press Conference 3 The NCAR fire in south Boulder had burned nearly 200 acres and was 35% contained, fire officials said Sunday. The blaze broke out Saturday afternoon near the National Center for Atmospheric Research, prompting an estimated 19,000 people to evacuate in the San Souci community, the Eldorado Springs area, part of the…
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LETTERS: The right to an abortion; free and fair elections
The right to an abortion HB22-1279 does not simply codify the right to an abortion in Colorado. It goes far beyond that. It codifies a right to an abortion through the entire third trimester for social and economic reasons. This is a radical bill that challenges the sensibilities of all Coloradans. The bill shows the…
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WATCH: Russell Wilson introduced as new quarterback of the Denver Broncos
It’s finally official, Broncos fans. With the start of the 2022 NFL League Year on Wednesday, the Denver Broncos officially announced their acquisition of nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson at a press conference in Denver. Watch Wilson’s introductory press conference above. Denver Broncos new starting quarterback Russell Wilson, center, is flanked by head coach…
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LETTERS: Denver auditor puts info at risk
Denver auditor puts info at risk On Monday, the Denver City Council repealed the law granting subpoena power to the Denver City Auditor. This was due to a disagreement over an amendment restricting the Auditor from taking confidential, sensitive data off-site. It was revealed during the council process that Auditor Timothy O’Brien has consistently and…
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LETTERS: Making progress against tobacco; fascination with war
Progress against tobacco The 2019 Healthier Kids Colorado survey revealed that 25% of Colorado high school students had vaped or used e-cigarettes in the previous thirty days. Our state led the nation in youth vaping that year and the FDA has since called this an epidemic across our country. Recognizing that flavors hook kids on…
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LETTERS: Enough on their plates; no help for property loss
Enough on their plates With regards to the recent editorial on removing the mask mandate from public transportation…I agree. I can only speak from the perspective of a school bus driver…which I can say is the best job I’ve ever had. During the last 20 years, I have driven through several deadly flu outbreaks without…