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September 13, 2019

3rd Democrat bows out after Hickenlooper Senate race entry

A third Democrat is bowing out of Colorado's crowded Democratic Senate primary after John Hickenlooper entered the race.

September 12, 2019

AP-NORC: Trump gets low grades on global warming

A new AP-NORC Center poll finds Americans are most unhappy with Donald Trump on his handling of climate change.

September 12, 2019

AP-NORC poll: 64% disapprove of Trump's climate change views

President Donald Trump gets some of his worst marks from the American people when it comes to his handling of climate change, ...

September 11, 2019

Dems question Trump official on lands, Native Americans

Skeptical Democrats questioned a Trump administration official Tuesday on whether he's committed to preserving public lands ...

September 10, 2019

Oil drilling plan near Utah monument draws tribal opposition

The U.S. government will allow oil and gas companies to make lease bids Monday on lands considered archaeologically sensitive ...

September 09, 2019

General: US faces 'Sputnik moment' in space race competition

The U.S. has reached a new "Sputnik moment" in which the military must act to keep the nation's competitive advantage in ...

September 09, 2019

The Latest: Pats unveil 6th Super Bowl banner

The Latest on NFL Week 1 (all times EDT): 9 p.m. The New England Patriots have unveiled their sixth Super Bowl banner. In a ...

September 07, 2019

Antonio Brown returns to Raiders, plans to play opener

Star receiver Antonio Brown returned to the Oakland Raiders on Friday after a one-day absence and is set to play the season ...

September 07, 2019

In a twist, Colorado asks EPA to lower state's air rating

Colorado took the unusual step of inviting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to downgrade the air quality rating of ...

September 06, 2019

Bennet picks up presidential backing of ex-Sen. Gary Hart

Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bennet picked up the endorsement Friday of onetime White House hopeful Gary Hart, ...

September 06, 2019

Retired public lands officials criticize Trump plan for move

Former public lands managers heaped criticism Thursday on a Trump administration plan to move the headquarters of the ...

September 05, 2019

Sun Belt or Rust Belt? Democrats search for path to power

As Democrats try to win control of the White House and the Senate in 2020, they face a geographical puzzle — the path to the ...

September 05, 2019

Bennet education plan promises free preschool, other reforms

Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet of Colorado is vowing to implement free preschool and community college if he becomes ...

September 05, 2019

Pederson's 2 HRs give Dodgers NL record in 7-3 win over Rox

Give credit to Andre Ethier for an assist on Joc Pederson's recent home run tear. Pederson hit a leadoff drive and a two-run ...

September 05, 2019

APNewsBreak: Broncos, Empower ink 21-year naming rights deal

The Denver Broncos have partnered with Empower Retirement on a 21-year deal to name their stadium "Empower Field at Mile High

September 05, 2019

Firing of doctor sets off fight over assisted suicide law

After watching his mother die slowly when he stopped her medication, Neil Mahoney knew he wanted the option of ending his own ...

September 04, 2019

Country musician Bentley fined for illegal Colorado fishing

Country music star Dierks Bentley has been fined $139.50 for fishing without a license after Colorado concertgoers reported ...

September 03, 2019

Man dies following police confrontation in suburban Denver

An investigation is underway after a man died following a confrontation with police in suburban Denver. Aurora police ...

September 03, 2019

Leading Democrat ends Senate bid now that Hickenlooper is in

A leading candidate and the top campaign fundraiser in the crowded Democratic U.S. Senate primary in Colorado bowed out of ...