Littleton, CO|News|
Boy’s Bike Taken After He Parked It Near 'Free Furniture' Sign
According to the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, the boy parked his bike near the sign by mistake and would very much like it back.
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Across Colorado, CO|News|
CO Man Pleads Guilty To Threatening To Kill Federal Officers
Timothy Hummel, 26, of Colorado Springs pleaded guilty to threatening to murder federal law enforcement officers.
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Golden, CO|News|
Jeffco Schools Foundation, CU Boulder Announce Scholarships
According to the foundation and the university, $860,000 in scholarships will go to Jeffco Public Schools students.
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Denver, CO|News|
Denver Police Looking For Driver In Deadly Hit-And-Run
According to the police department, officers are looking for a white, 2014 Dodge Ram 1500. The truck has a license plate number of ABSX81.
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Across Colorado, CO|News|
Report Shows Pediatric Coronavirus Cases Soaring; How CO Is Doing
A two-week span in July saw nearly 100,000 children contract the coronavirus.
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Across Colorado, CO|News|
Gov. Polis Provides Update On State’s Response To COVID-19
On Monday, Gov. Polis also extended executive orders in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Across Colorado, CO|News|
Large Fire Shuts Down I-70, Forces Evacuations
Plumes of smoke can be seen from Rifle and Carbondale, according to the Glenwood Fire Department.
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Lakewood, CO|News|
Lakewood Link Recreation Center To Reopen Aug. 17
The Lakewood Link Rec Center will reopen Monday for deep pool, shallow pool, weight and cardio reservations.
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Boulder, CO|News|
Grass Fire Extinguished Overnight In Boulder County
The fire was completely extinguished in two hours and is estimated to have burned 2.5 acres of native grass.
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Denver, CO|News|
Denver Police: Man Wanted For Robbery, Domestic Violence
Do you know Joseph Blair's whereabouts? Denver police want to know. They said he has an extensive criminal history.
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Boulder, CO|News|
Boulder County Launches New Program To Assist Small Businesses
The program provides grants for food service equipment and lighting upgrades for small businesses, according to Boulder County officials.
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Arvada, CO|News|
Arvada Community Garden Annual Open House Planned For Aug. 15
The Arvada Community Garden is celebrating its 53rd year of service to the Arvada community.
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Littleton, CO|News|
2 More COVID-19 Testing Events Planned In Douglas County
The testing will take place Aug. 13 in Lone Tree and Aug. 25 in Parker, according to Douglas County officials.
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Littleton, CO|News|
Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office To Host Town Hall Aug. 11
Arapahoe County Sheriff Tyler Brown will be answering all your law enforcement questions at this online event Tuesday, Aug. 11 at 6 p.m.
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Across Colorado, CO|News|
Elk Spotted Wearing Tire Around Its Neck On Wildlife Camera
According to Colorado Park and Wildlife, the elk has been seen wearing the tire for at least a month.
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Palatine, IL|News|
Palatine Mom Holds Protest, Wants Investigation Into Son's Death
A Palatine mother believes foul play is involved in the death of her 2-year-old son and wants police to further investigate.
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Oak Park Police Still Actively Looking For Missing Man
"We’ve sent bulletins to surrounding communities to widen the communication," the Oak Park Police Department announced.
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Woodridge, IL|News|
DuPage County Man Sentenced For Sexual Assault Of Disabled Girl
A judge sentenced Adan Rodriguez-Ocampo, 55, of Carol Stream to 55 years in prison for preying on a child who suffers from spina bifida.
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Yorkville, IL|News|
Yorkville Chamber To Host 'Business Over Coffee'
The event will take place at 8 a.m. on Aug. 28 at Ginger+Soul and the Riverfront Park pavilion.
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
River Forest Officials Encourage Residents To Complete Census
Nearly 1 in 5 River Forest households have yet to complete the U.S Census, according to River Forest officials.
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