• CSU Rams Coach Mike Bobo Remains In Hospital, Watches Game Film

    FORT COLLINS, Colo. (CBS4) – Mike Bobo, head coach of the Colorado State Rams, says he’s watching game film as he spends time in a hospital.
    Bobo says he’s undergoing treatment for numbness in his feet. He released a statement on Wednesday, saying the following:
    I want to express my sincere appreciation for the outpouring of care, concern and prayers that ai and my family have received. Lainie and I, and our children, are extremely grateful for this support, and for the medical
  • Homes Remain Evacuated Due To Growing Silver Creek Fire Near Kremmling

    KREMMLING, Colo. (CBS4)– Hundreds of homes remained evacuated Thursday afternoon because of a growing wildfire burning north of Kremmling.
    Silver Creek Fire on Aug. 12 (credit: InciWeb)
    The Silver Creek Fire has burned nearly 4,100 acres about 16 miles northwest of Kremmling since it started threatening homes on Wednesday afternoon. It was only five percent contained with more than 225 fire personnel fighting the fire.The American Red Cross set up a shelter in Kremmling at a middle school
  • In RiNo innovation hub, health care industry embraces collaboration as part of “tidal wave of change”

    In RiNo innovation hub, health care industry embraces collaboration as part of “tidal wave of change”
    In recent years, “disruption” and “innovation” have become buzzwords as the health-care industry aims to remake America’s complex health system by using technology to curb high costs and boost outcomes.
    But as industry members gathered at Catalyst HTI in Denver’s River North district Thursday, the discussion centered around the collaboration the new health-tech campus will foster by placing so many different players — from providers to startups — i
  • AFC West Rising Star: Patrick Mahomes

    KANSAS CITY (AP) – Even the owner of the Kansas City Chiefs is excited to see what Patrick Mahomes II can do.
    Quarterback Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs passes against the Denver Broncos on Dec. 31, 2017 in Denver (credit: Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)
    Clark Hunt doesn’t seem worried about putting too much pressure on his young quarterback, either.
    The chairman and most visible face of the ownership family said he’s looking forward to seeing what the second-year pro
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  • Argument Over Aretha Franklin Leads To Va. Shooting, Witnesses Say

    SUFFOLK, Va (WTKR) — An argument over Aretha Franklin led to a shooting, witnesses told police in one Virginia town Thursday.
    Suffolk Police responded to a report of a gunshot victim Thursday morning around 10:45 a.m. in the 300 block of East Washington Street.
    CBS affiliate WTKR reports a witness said he heard the two people in the argument were fighting over whether or not Halle Berry played Aretha Franklin in a movie.
    Police said the fight turned physical and then one of the subjects pr
  • Missing boy’s remains found at New Mexico compound

    Missing boy’s remains found at New Mexico compound
    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Authorities say human remains found at a New Mexico desert compound have been identified as those of a missing Georgia boy with severe disabilities.
    The New Mexico Office of the Medical Investigator said Thursday that the remains were those of Abdul-ghani Wahhaj (ahb-DOOL’ GAH’-nee wah-HAJ’). He was found Aug. 6 after he went missing in December in Jonesboro, Georgia.
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  • Ex-ISIS fighter entered U.S. as refugee, officials say

    Ex-ISIS fighter entered U.S. as refugee, officials say
    SACRAMENTO, Calif. — An Iraqi man accused of killing for the Islamic State entered the U.S. as a refugee after claiming to be a victim of terrorism, in a case drawing attention amid the Trump administration’s criticism of the resettlement program’s vetting process.
    This undated photo provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office shows Omar Abdulsattar Ameen. (U.S. Attorney’s Office via AP)
    Omar Abdulsattar Ameen, 45, was arrested in California on Wednesday and will be extr
  • Neighbors, Friends Honor Memories Of Shanann Watts, 2 Children

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – Neighbors of the Watts family and those who didn’t even know them came to the Watts family home in Frederick on Thursday, to place stuffed animals and flowers at the memorial for the pregnant mother and her two young daughters.
    The two girls attended preschool nearby where parents and teachers were distraught at the news that they are gone.
    (credit: CBS)
    Shanann Watts disappeared with their two daughters on Monday sometime before 2 p.m. Chris Watts was
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  • Denver woman pleads guilty in head-on, wrong-way crash that killed a father and son

    Denver woman pleads guilty in head-on, wrong-way crash that killed a father and son
    A Denver woman pleaded guilty Thursday to vehicular homicide and vehicular assault while driving under the influence in a head-on, wrong-way crash on Interstate 25 that killed a father and son. 
    Kimberly Rodriguez Roldan, 24, was driving her Jeep Grand Cherokee southbound in a northbound I-25 HOV lane near 58th Avenue on Jan. 27 when she hit a Honda CRV head-on, killing 47-year-old Miguel Ramirez-Gutierrez and his 17-year-old son, Michael Ramirez-Muro.
    Passengers Maria Muro-Palacios, 45, an
  • Pac 12 Football Preview: Could Be A Tough Year For The Buffs Breaking In New Starters On Offense

    Ryan Mayer
    Last week, we rolled through the ACC, AAC, Big 12 and Big 10. If you missed any of those previews, take a look links in the grid below. Today, we head West to the Pac-12, where, after missing the playoffs last year, the conference is hoping a champion can emerge from a tight group at the top. Once again, win totals are based on Vegas projections, provided by Covers.com.
    | ACC | AAC | Big 12 | Big 10 |
    North Division
    Washington Huskies
    (O/U 10.5 wins)
    Somehow, QB Jake Browning and RB M
  • FBI Releases Sketch Of Man Seen In Child Porn Video

    (CBS4) — Federal investigators are asking for help identifying a man seen in a child pornography video. The man is known as John Doe 40.
    Artist sketch of “John Doe 40” (credit: FBI)
    “It is believed that this individual may have critical information pertaining to the identity of a child victim in a sexual exploitation investigation,” the FBI website states.
    The video showing John Doe 40 is believed to have been produced before October 2017.
    “John Doe 40”
  • Velorama rolls back to move forward with tighter, simpler layout for 2018

    Velorama rolls back to move forward with tighter, simpler layout for 2018
    Velorama, the combination bike-race and music-festival that opened to acclaim and criticism in the River North neighborhood last year, is moving forward by rolling back.
    “It’s amazing what the difference is between planning for a second year as opposed to the first year,” said David Koff, CEO of Velorama’s Denver-based producer, RPM Events Group. “We listened to a lot of people who came out last year, and the biggest change from the input we got is shrinking the foo
  • This season’s most disgusting “America’s Got Talent” act — a Denver group — was finally eliminated

    This season’s most disgusting “America’s Got Talent” act — a Denver group — was finally eliminated
    You know an act on “America’s Got Talent” is bad when even Simon Cowell recoils in horror.
    Throughout this summer, one group on NBC’s popular competition series has simultaneously fascinated and disgusted the judges – particularly Cowell, the reality show veteran who has seen it all.
    “It’s the most stupid act we have ever had on the finals of AGT,” Cowell sneered Tuesday night, when 12 performers competed for a spot in the upcoming semifinals.
    What
  • Colorado ranks No. 8 for starting a new business, report says

    Colorado ranks No. 8 for starting a new business, report says
    The majority of the Top 10 states with the most favorable conditions for small-business startups are between the Mississippi River and the Sierra Nevada, according to a recent survey by FitSmallBusiness.com.
    Colorado ranked No. 8.
    The business website ranked the states in seven categories using publicly available statistics from sources such as the Bureau of Economic Analysis, TaxFoundation.org and Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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  • Changing Weather Pattern Could Bring Severe Storms Friday, Saturday

    By Chris Spears
    DENVER (CBS4) – If you’re making outdoor plans either Friday or Saturday afternoon keep an eye to the sky and have a way to get watch and warning information.
    That’s because both days will pose a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms along Colorado’s Front Range.
    Storms will have the potential to produce large hail, damaging wind, heavy rain and intense lightning.
    Saturday is a the second preseason game for the Denver Broncos as they take on the Chicago
  • New Estimate For Trump’s Military Parade Is $92M

    WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. official says the Veterans Day military parade ordered up by President Donald Trump would cost about $92 million — more than three times the maximum initial estimate.
    The official — who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss plans that haven’t been released yet — says about $50 million would cover Pentagon costs for equipment, personnel and other support for the November parade in Washington. The remainder would be borne by other agencie
  • Judge: No Bail For 16-Year-Old Jennie Bunsom, Accused Of Killing Nephew

    DENVER (CBS4) – A Denver judge is keeping a 16-year-old accused of killing her 7-year-old nephew behind bars without bail. Prosecutors have charged Jennie Bunsom as an adult in the crime.
    Jennie Bunsom (credit: Denver DA)
    Investigators say Bunsom confessed, saying she pushed Jordan Vong off her bed on Aug. 6 and then covered his mouth and nose so he couldn’t breath.
    Jordan Vong (credit: CBS)
    The coroner’s office released details about how the boy died.
    The crime took place in D
  • FDA Approves First Generic Version Of EpiPen

    (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration on Thursday announced the approval of the first generic version of EpiPen. The auto-injector pen delivers the drug epinephrine to patients experiencing a severe allergic reaction that, if untreated, could develop into the life-threatening condition anaphylaxis.
    The medication is delivered into a muscle as a single dose, like a shot, through an injector pen with a spring.
    Allergies from food, bug bites, medications and latex can cause li
  • Small Plane Crashes On Air Force Academy Grounds

    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (CBS4) – Two people are okay after the plane they were in crashed on the grounds of the Air Force Academy on Thursday morning.
    The crash happened at 11:05 a.m. near South Interquest Parkway in Colorado Springs.
    (credit: KKTV)
    Academy officials said the two people in the plane aren’t associated with the Air Force and that the plane was an Aero Club Cessna 172.
  • Videos Posted By Murdered Mom Shanann Watts Show Happy, Loving Family

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – In the months before her disappearance, Shanann Watts posted photos and videos on her Facebook page that show loving moments between her husband and their daughters.
    (credit: Facebook/Shanann Watts)
    Now, her husband is in jail — accused of killing his family.
    Frederick police say Chris Watts confessed to killing his wife, who was 15 weeks pregnant, and their two daughters, Bella, 4, and Celeste, 3.
    Chris Watts (credit: Weld County)
    In one clip posted on
  • Weld County Deputy Brandon Stupka Expected To Fully Recover After Shooting

    (CBS4) – Officials in Weld County have identified the deputy who was hurt in a shooting in Greeley late Wednesday.
    Deputy Brandon Stupka (credit: Weld County)
    Deputy Brandon Stupka was shot in the stomach and the thigh. It happened on the 2200 Block of Northwest C Street as deputies responded to a disturbance call about an armed man.
    The man fired at Weld County Sheriff’s deputies and they returned fire and hit the suspect. The suspect’s condition at the hospital has not been m
  • World’s Oldest Cheese Discovered In Egyptian Tomb

    EGYPT (CBS Local) – It’s believed that ancient Egyptians took their treasured possessions with them when they were mummified. What’s treasure to some, of course, may be something else to else. In one case, it looks like one Egyptian took a snack with him after archeologists say they’ve discovered the world’s oldest piece of cheese in an ancient tomb.
    According to a study, published in Analytical Chemistry, researchers found a jar containing a “solidified
  • Latest Colorado Weather Forecast: Mainly Dry And Warm, Scattered Storms

    By Ashton Altieri
    DENVER (CBS4) – The rest of the afternoon will feature hazy sunshine and warm temperatures. There is also a very small chance that mountain thunderstorms could reach the south side of the metro area (south of I-70) after 3 p.m.
    Most of the thunderstorms that develop in the mountains today will be south of I-70. And since the wind in the upper levels of the atmosphere will be moving straight east, the mountain storms should be transported straight east into the Colorado an
  • WWE Insiders Pick SummerSlam

    By Chuck Carroll
    For WWE, this year’s SummerSlam is made up of four R’s: Ronda Rousey and Roman Reigns. One is a newcomer who set sports entertainment on fire since stepping out of the octagon and into the wrestling ring. The other remains perhaps the most controversial talent on the roster.
    For Rousey, the biggest pay-per-view of the summer brings with it a match against Alexa Bliss and a chance to capture her first title in WWE. For Reigns, it’s an opportunity to capture the
  • Videos Posted By Murdered Mom Show Happy, Loving Family

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – In the months before her disappearance, Shanann Watts posted photos and videos on her Facebook page that show loving moments between her husband and their daughters.
    (credit: CBS)
    Now, her husband is in jail — accused of killing his family.
    Frederick police say Chris Watts confessed to killing his wife, who was 15 weeks pregnant, and their two daughters, Bella, 4, and Celeste, 3.
    Chris Watts (credit: Weld County)
    In one clip posted on Facebook just two
  • Frederick Murder Victim Shanann Watts’ Body Found, Husband Faces Charges

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – Authorities say they are certain they have found the body of missing pregnant Frederick woman Shanann Watts. Her husband Chris Watts faces murder charges in the case, and the location of the bodies of their two children is known but police are still working to recover them.
    Chris Watts (credit: Weld County)
    “We have strong reason to believe that we know where the bodies of the children are and recovery efforts are in process on that,” said Colorado Bur
  • Von Miller Says He’s Not Upset Over Sitting Out Preseason Game

    ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) – Von Miller is preparing to make his preseason debut this weekend against the Chicago Bears.
    Of course, the star linebacker was all set to play last weekend against Minnesota when he said “the call came from upstairs” that he’d be held out.
    Linebacker Von Miller of the Denver Broncos signing autographs after the first practice in pads of Denver Broncos training camp. (credit: Joe Amon/The Denver Post via Getty Images)
    Coach Vance Joseph had insisted
  • Teen Lost Contact Lens, Doctors Find It In Her Eyelid 28 Years Later

    UNITED KINGDOM (CBS Local) – Nearly three decades ago, a 14-year-old in the UK got hit in the eye during a game of badminton and lost her contact lens. No big deal, right? Well, 28 years later, doctors found the missing contact… embedded in a cyst in her left eyelid.Two brain scans (one from the top of the woman’s head, and one from the side) showing the small cyst in her eyelid. The red arrows indicate the cyst. (credit: BMJ Case Reports 2018)It’s not like the
  • Rockies Fall To Astros 12-1

    HOUSTON (AP) Throughout their five-game losing streak, the Houston Astros failed time and again to get a big hit when they needed it.
    They didn’t have that problem Wednesday night.
    Evan Gattis and Tyler White hit two homers each, Yuli Gurriel added a two-run shot and the Astros broke out of their offensive slump in a huge way with a 12-1 win over the Colorado Rockies to end their skid.
    “We needed to have a little fun,” manager A.J. Hinch said. “Obviously, nights like this
  • CBS4 Denver Broncos Practice Notebook, Aug. 16, 2018

    By Romi BeanThe Broncos and Bears hold their final joint practice Thursday before Saturday’s preseason Game 2. The teams are practicing in shells today.Denver Broncos players not practicing today:Chris Harris Jr. – obliqueShaq Barrett – hamstringSu’a Cravens – kneeDymonte ThomasMichael Hunter
    John Elway will meet the media after practice. We will have full coverage at 5:00, 6:00, and 10:00 tonight and on CBSDenver.com.
    Romi Bean is a sports anchor and reporter at CB
  • Chris Watts Charged With First Degree Murder Of Wife, Daughters

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – Police in Frederick have arrested Chris Watts, the husband of a pregnant woman who disappeared with their two daughters on Monday. Investigators were seen taking evidence out of the family’s home which included a truck.
    Chris Watts (credit: Weld County)
    Watts was booked into the Weld County Jail overnight. He is facing six charges, three for first degree murder and three for tampering with evidence. He is currently being held without bond and is schedul
  • Brother Of Victim Shanann Watts Just Wants To Know Why

    (CNN) – Chris Watts of Frederick is facing three counts of murder after his pregnant wife Shanann Watts and two young daughters disappeared this week, jail records showed Thursday.
    Shanann Watts (credit: Frederick Police)
    Chris Watts was taken into custody Wednesday night and is being held in the Weld County jail, the Frederick Police Department said in a statement. He’ll appear in court Thursday afternoon.
    Shanann Watts is 15-weeks pregnant and was reported missing on Monday along w
  • Brother Of Alleged Frederick Victim Shanann Watts Just Wants To Know Why

    (CNN) – Chris Watts of Frederick is facing three counts of murder after his pregnant wife Shanann Watts and two young daughters disappeared this week, jail records showed Thursday.
    Shanann Watts (credit:Frederick Police)
    Chris Watts was taken into custody Wednesday night and is being held in the Weld County jail, the Frederick Police Department said in a statement. He’ll appear in court Thursday afternoon.
    Shanann Watts is 15-weeks pregnant and was reported missing on Monday along wi
  • 2 Different Amazon Books Stores To Open In Colorado Soon

    DENVER (CBS4) – A plan for a brick-and-mortar Amazon bookstore in Denver appears to be finalized. Amazon Books has more than a dozen locations across the country but none so far in Colorado.
    (credit: CBS)
    BusinessDen reports that city permit applications indicate the e-commerce giant will open a store in a building that’s under construction in the city’s Cherry Creek North shopping area. The building is called Financial House, and it’s being built at the corner of 2nd Ave
  • Weld County Deputy Shot In Late Night Disturbance

    GREELEY, Colo. (CBS4)– A Weld County deputy was rushed to the hospital Wednesday night after being involved in a shooting.
    (credit: CBS)
    The deputy is in “stable condition,” according to a release from the Weld County Sheriff’s Office.
    The department also reports that the suspect was shot, and condition is unknown at this time.
    The shooting happened on the 2200 Block of Northwest C Street in Greeley.
    The Greeley Tribune reports that neighbors say they heard three shots ab
  • ‘Queen Of Soul’ Aretha Franklin Has Died

    DETROIT (AP) – Aretha Franklin, the long-reigning “Queen of Soul” who sang with matchless style on such classics as “Think” and her signature song, “Respect,” died Thursday at age 76, said her representative, Gwendolyn Quinn.
    Aretha Franklin (credit: Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
  • Latest Colorado Weather Forecast: Mainly Dry And Very Warm Today

    By Ashton Altieri
    DENVER (CBS4) – Thursday will be very similar to Wednesday with hazy sunshine and very warm temperatures in the upper 80s. There is also a very small chance that mountain thunderstorms could reach the south side of the metro area (south of I-70) after 3 p.m.
    Most of the thunderstorms that develop in the mountains will also be south of I-70. And since the wind in the upper levels of the atmosphere will be moving straight east, the mountain storms should be transported stra
  • Broncos-Bears camp notes: The Case and Chase Show

    Keenum, the Broncos' starting quarterback, completed several passes – many for big gains -- to the likes of Demaryius Thomas, Jeff Heuerman, De'Angelo Henderson, Phillip Lindsay and Tim Patrick.        
  • Frederick Missing Mother Case: First Degree Murder Charges For Husband Chris Watts

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – Police in Frederick have arrested the husband of a pregnant woman who disappeared with their two daughters on Monday. Investigators were seen taking evidence out of the family’s home which included a truck.
    Chris Watts (credit: Weld County)
    Chris Watts was booked into the Weld County Jail overnight. He is facing six charges, three for first degree murder and three for tampering with evidence. He is currently being held without bond.
    (credit: CBS)
    Invest
  • Aldi Brings Wine Advent Calendar To The U.S., Adds Cheese Advent Calendar

    PHILADELPHIA. (CBS) – Cheers! Aldi is bringing it’s wine Advent calendar to the US and rolling out a cheese Advent calendar, too.
    It may seem to early to think about the holidays but these limited edition calendars go on sale November 7th and are available while supplies last.
    The retailer reminds everyone not all Aldi’s will have the wine calendar since they don’t all sell alcohol. Stores that do can be found on their website.
    The wine calendar features 24 mini bottles o
  • Adam Gotsis attorney: 'There was just no doubt that he was innocent'

    Head coach Vance Joseph had just approached Adam Gotsis and gave his starting defensive lineman a big hug. Congratulations, Adam, you've been cleared.        
  • ‘Believe In Yourself’: Group Of Teachers Painting Positive Messages In Student Bathrooms

    WEST GROVE, Pa. (CBS) — Teachers at Avon Grove Intermediate School are on a mission to push positive outlooks by beautifying the school’s bathrooms. The school wants to “focus more deeply on the positive impacts of social emotional learning.”
    A group of teachers known as the “SEL soldiers” are painting positive messages in all of the student bathrooms, giving their time over the summer to complete the project.Twelve of the 16 bathrooms have been painted so far
  • Husband Detained In Case Of Missing Pregnant Mom & 2 Daughters

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – Late Wednesday night, Frederick police say they detained the husband of a pregnant woman who disappeared with their two daughters on Monday. Investigators were seen taking evidence out of the family’s home which included a truck.
    (credit: CBS)
    Investigators have not yet detailed what Chris Watts reportedly confessed to them. However, the family of Shanann Watts has also been told that Chris Watts has agreed to bring officers to the location of the
  • Deputy Shot In Late Night Disturbance

    WELD COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) – A Weld County deputy was rushed to the hospital Wednesday night after they were shot.Deputies were reportedly responding to a disturbance with weapons on North 23rd Avenue near C Street.
    The sheriff is on the way to the hospital, according to government officials. They ask the public to keep the deputy, the family and the entire department in your prayers.
    Details are limited, and it’s not clear if any other deputies or citizens are hurt, or if anyone
  • Husband Arrested In Case Of Missing Pregnant Mom & 2 Daughters

    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – Late Wednesday night, Frederick Police say they have arrested the husband of a pregnant woman who disappeared with their two daughters on Monday. Investigators were seen taking evidence out of the family’s home which included a truck.
    (credit: CBS)
    Christopher Watts was booked into the Weld County Jail overnight. He is facing six charges, three for first degree murder and three for tampering with evidence. He is currently being held without bond.
    C
  • Family Of Missing, Pregnant Mom & Daughters Trying To Join Search

    By Jeff Todd
    FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – Shanann Watts was with her family on the East Coast just last week. Now they’re looking to come to Colorado to help look for her and her two daughters.
    (credit: CBS)
    “Shanann was down in North Carolina with her parents last week, had a beautiful time with Bella and with Celeste,” said Shanann’s relative Lu Valentino.  “It’s horrific what the family is going through.”
    Shanann is 15-weeks pregnant and disap
  • ‘We Like To Inspire’: Girl Scouts Paint Quotes On School Bathrooms

    By Karen Morfitt
    PARKER, Colo. (CBS4) – A Girl Scout troop in Parker is celebrating after having earned one of the organizations top honors — the Silver Award.
    CBS4’s Karen Morfitt interviews Troop 4664. (credit: CBS)
    Sophia Shafer, Caitlyn Sieg, Eliza Arguello, Rachel Thomson, Madison Graves and Louis Prince, also known as Troop 4664, spent weeks of their summer vacation brainstorming the idea.
    “We thought a great idea would be to maybe help our old elementary
  • Career Program Helps People Get Another Chance At Life

    By Dominic Garcia
    AURORA, Colo. (CBS4) – A few years ago Alfred Archuleta never dreamed he’d be where he is now. The 58-year-old veteran was homeless and finding a job wasn’t easy.
    Alfred Archuleta (credit: CBS)
    “It was hard, living day to day, going couch to couch,” he told CBS4’s Dominic Garcia. “Sometimes I felt I was getting discriminated against because of my age. I was really looking at my life and for a career,” said Archuleta.
    Tha
  • RiNo Restaurant Represents Colorado On ‘Hot 10’ List

    DENVER (CBS4) – The casual café, Call, in the River North Arts District made Bon Appetit magazine’s “Hot 10” list for 2018, a distinction that often helps those in the industry take off. Call is the only Colorado restaurant on that list.
    (credit: CBS)
    “Being one of America’s best new restaurants has blown us away. We were not expecting that,” said Craig Lieberman, Call’s founder. “We’re obviously extremely proud and thrilled to r

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