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• High School Football Team Plays In Honor Of Fallen State Trooper

  21-11-2015 23:31
  
  JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)– The players with Ralston Valley High School didn’t know fallen Colorado State Trooper Jaimie Jursevics but it didn’t matter because they were close to someone who did.
  On Friday night’s 5-A playoff game against Valor Christian, the players honored Jursevics with a special decal on their helmets.
  (credit: CBS)
  Ralston Valley High School had been waiting all season to win a playoff game. But in the days leading up to their most important game
  
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• YMCA Celebrates Renovation With Grand Reopening

  21-11-2015 22:42
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– The Schlessman Family YMCA is celebrating its renovation with a grand reopening this weekend.The YMCA located at Colorado and Yale completed its first major makeover since it was built 68 years ago. Schlessman Family YMCA (credit: CBS)
  The transformations include an additional 15,000 square foot workout space, a zero-entry warm water pool and work out areas.The YMCA is different than many other recreation centers because it tries to make exercise an option no matter the fina
  
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• Sheraton Hotel Customers May Be At Risk From Hackers

  21-11-2015 22:32
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– Some people who shopped or ate at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Denver may be at risk from hackers.Hackers may have gotten credit card information from people who dined or shopped at the Sheraton.Starwood Hotels says malware was detected in payment systems at the hotel restaurants, gift shops and other retail areas. Downtown Denver Sheraton Hotel (credit: CBS)
  The malware was not found on front desk computers where guests pay for their stays.A total of 54 hotels in the Star
  
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• Alfred Packers’ Gun Brought Out From Archives, On Display

  21-11-2015 22:18
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– History Colorado Center is delving deep into its archives to put some rarely-seen items on display. The first one has a gruesome background.
  The gun owned by infamous killer and renowned cannibal Alfred Packer is the first item chosen.
  A would-be prospector, Packer and his five companions headed out into the San Juan Mountains in the deep winter of 1874. But things didn’t go as planned.
  Packer was arrested after emerging from the mountains and carrying a gun with the i
  
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• Denver Jail Inmate Taken Off Life Support, Dies After Altercation With Deputies

  21-11-2015 21:44
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– The man who was hospitalized after an altercation with Denver Sheriffs Department deputies was taken off life support on Friday and died.
  Michael Marshall, 50, had been hospitalized since Nov. 11.
  Multiple law enforcement sources told CBS4 investigator Brian Maass that Marshall was acting erratically, was uncooperative, and tried to flee when approached by a deputy on the fourth floor of the downtown detention center.
  Michael Marshall (credit: Denver Sheriff)
  Ultimately, sou
  
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• Bronco notes: Marshall, Trevathan vie for top tackler

  21-11-2015 21:04
  
  Broncos notebook: Brandon Marshall and Danny Trevathan completing for team tackles title        
  
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• ArtReach Festival Of Trees Helps At-Risk Youth Attend Cultural Experiences

  21-11-2015 20:39
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– ArtReach helps make sure everyone gets exposure to a variety of cultural experiences. After a decade on hold, the organization is getting into the holiday spirit with the Festival of Trees.
  “We’ve been on a 10-year hiatus for Festival of Trees and we’re thrilled to be bringing it back this year. It’s at 6300 W. Colfax Ave. in the heart of the 40West Arts District,” said Festival of Trees Chairman Jeff Hovorka during Saturday morning’s CBS4
  
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• T.J. Ward questions consistency of NFL discipline

  21-11-2015 20:12
  
  T.J. Ward says NFL is inconsistent with its discipline        
  
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• Air Force Goes To The Air To Thwart Boise State, 37-30

  21-11-2015 19:39
  
  BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Air Force quarterback Karson Roberts flashed a wry grin after the Falcons upset Boise State 37-30 Friday night on the strength of his 279 yards passing.
  “That was definitely fun,” said Roberts, who threw for most yards in a game since Dee Dowis passed for 306 in 1989 against Notre Dame and has thrown for 550 yards in his last two games.
  But it didn’t start out that way.
  “It wasn’t the best start,” said Roberts, who fumbled on the Falc
  
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• Nuggets Fail To Guard Suns In 2nd Half, Lose At Pepsi Center

  21-11-2015 19:37
  
  Another loss for the Nuggets at home against the Suns.
  
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• Manning Will Stay In Denver To Continue Rehab

  21-11-2015 18:12
  
  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Peyton Manning is staying back in Denver when the Broncos travel to Chicago this weekend so he can continue getting treatment on a variety of ailments. He has company in DeMarcus Ware, who’s staying behind to keep rehabbing his bad back.
  “You can go out there and sit in the cold or you can get two extra days of treatment to speed up your recovery,” Ware said. “So, that’s what we’re doing.”
  Excused from meetings and practices
  
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• Bustang To Begin Weekend Service Between Denver, Glenwood

  21-11-2015 18:10
  
  GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — The Colorado Department of Transportation is launching weekend service on part of its interstate highway bus system beginning Saturday.
  The plan calls for one round trip on Saturdays and Sundays. It goes from Glenwood Springs to Denver in the morning, and Denver to Glenwood Springs in the late afternoon.
  Bustang launched in July with service from Fort Collins to Colorado Springs and from Glenwood Springs to Denver during the week. The project is funded by the
  
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• Osweiler Starts As Broncos Try To Stop Slide Against Bears

  21-11-2015 18:07
  
  LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Denver Broncos were rolling not too long ago even though Peyton Manning looked more like a quarterback ready for retirement than an all-time great.
  He got benched last week and will sit this one out because of a variety of injuries.
  Brock Osweiler will make his first career start as the Broncos visit the Chicago Bears in their first game against former coach John Fox and Jay Cutler on Sunday.
  “Certainly it is a dream come true, but I kind of put that asid
  
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• Sanders, Smith, Walker questionable for Bears game

  21-11-2015 17:23
  
  Emmanuel Sanders, Vance Walker, Antonio Smithquestionable for game against Bears        
  
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• Football team honors fallen trooper

  21-11-2015 06:20
  
  The team will wear the fallen CSP Trooper symbol on their helmet during their game against Valor Christian - which is the 5A State Quarterfinals.        
  
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• Neighbors On Alert After Woman Caught On Camera Breaking Into Mailbox

  21-11-2015 06:13
  
  By Karen MorfittLAKEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4)– A Lakewood neighborhood has banded together to deter mail thieves. Their actions come after home security cameras captured a woman digging through one homeowner’s mailbox.The homeowner, who asked CBS4 not to use his name, said the surveillance video shows an unknown woman prowling around the home. She eventually makes her way up the driveway and onto the side of the house but it seems her primary goal was getting her hands on the homeowner&rsqu
  
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• Colorado company helping polar bear cub

  21-11-2015 06:06
  
  A Colorado company that makes ICUs for animals ishelping a polar bear cub born at the Columbus Zoo.        
  
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• Cities placed on accident alert

  21-11-2015 05:55
  
  Aurora and Centennial have been placed on Accident Alert after slippery roads and low visibility led to a large number of crashes on Friday.        
  
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• Colorado Balance Sinks Portland 85-64

  21-11-2015 05:42
  
  BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — George King scored 18 points and Tre’shaun Fletcher and Josh Fortune each had 17, leading Colorado past Portland 85-63 on Friday night.
  Fortune added 14 rebounds and six assists for Colorado (2-1). Josh Scott had 13 points.
  D’Marques Tyson had 12 points, all on 3-pointers, for Portland (1-2). No other Pilots player scored in double figures.
  Down by 7 at the half, Portland pulled within 42-37 on a jumper by Alec Wintering. But the Buffaloes then asserted th
  
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• Grand County Commissioner Pleads No Contest To Embezzlement

  21-11-2015 05:24
  
  By Matt Kroschel
  GRAND COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) – A long time and well respected Grand County commissioner was forced to resign from his position and under a plea deal with prosecutors, he will serve community service and make restitution for felony embezzlement.
  Former Grand County Commissioner James Newberry pleaded no contest to a charge of embezzlement of public property. He resigned his position on Wednesday.
  During the hearing Newberry admitted to several instances of double billing
  
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• I-70 reopens after multiple crashes

  21-11-2015 05:21
  
  Interstate 70 has reopened from Morrison Road to Silverthorne following accident cleanup and safety concerns on Friday.        
  
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• Fellow Troopers Remember Fallen Colleague, Promise To Keep Her Memory Alive

  21-11-2015 05:04
  
  CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (CBS4)– Colleagues of fallen Colorado State Patrol Trooper Jaimie Jursevics say this is a devastating time for them but are determined to honor her in the way she deserves.
  “We don’t have a lot of women in the state patrol and it takes a very special person to choose this career,” said Colorado State Patrol Sgt. Rob Madden. “Not only did she choose it, she excelled at it.”
  CBS4’s Jennifer Brice interviews CSP Sgt. Rob Madden (credit: C
  
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• Sgt. reflects on slain trooper's life: 'She was wonderful'

  21-11-2015 04:56
  
  A Colorado State Patrol Sergeant spoke with 9NEWS about Trooper Jaimie Jursevics who was hit and killed Sunday on Interstate 25.        
  
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• CBS4’s Ed Greene Joins Governor’s Reception

  21-11-2015 04:45
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– CBS4’s Ed Greene was at the Governor’s Mansion on Friday night for a very special event- the Governor’s Reception.
  All five of Colorado’s living governors got together for a reception and dinner. That includes Gov. John Hickenlooper, Bill Ritter, Bill Owens, Roy Romer and Richard Lamm.Greene emceed the event.The dinner is a fundraiser for the Governor’s Residence Preservation Fund.
  
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• Owl Rescued From 4th Floor Of Ritz-Carlton

  21-11-2015 04:35
  
  ASPEN, Colo. (CBS4)– An owl was rescued after it was found flying around the fourth floor of the Ritz-Carlton in Aspen on Friday.
  The Great Horned Owl got in through the attic and found its way onto the four floor hallway.A police officer who actually has experience with capturing owls was called in to help.She was able to grab the bird in a blanket and calm down the animal. The owl was checked out for any injuries and then released back into the wild.
  
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• Elk submerged in old cistern rescued in Golden

  21-11-2015 04:31
  
  Golden police rescued an elk from an old cistern on Thursday.        
  
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• Colorado company makes animal ICU

  21-11-2015 04:01
  
          
  
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• Arborist rescues cat from tree during snow storm

  21-11-2015 03:50
  
  An arborist rescued a cat from a large tree during Tuesday's snow storm in Lone Tree.        
  
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• Jeffco Deputies Work To ‘Moooove’ Cow From I-70

  21-11-2015 03:41
  
  JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)– Deputies in Jefferson County had quite a mooooving job on Friday morning when they were called to get a cow off Interstate 70.
  The chase closed eastbound lanes of I-70 at Lookout Mountain for about 30 minutes on Friday until deputies were able to lasso the cow.That’s when we decided to call in backup to help this little lady get safely back to her home #MoooooveAlongNow pic.twitter.com/0zLMlClflm
  — Jeffco Sheriff (@jeffcosheriffco) November 20, 2
  
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• CSP mourns fallen trooper

  21-11-2015 03:27
  
  Governor John Hickenlooper has ordered all flags to be lowered to half-staff Monday on all public buildings across the state in memory of Colorado State Patrol Trooper Jaimie Jursevics.        
  
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• Owl rescued from Aspen hotel

  21-11-2015 03:04
  
  The uninvited, furry guest made its way inside the Ritz Carlton.        
  
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• Police May Open Investigation After Greeley Man Dies After Home Tattoo

  21-11-2015 02:56
  
  By Rick SallingerGREELEY, Colo. (CBS4)– Police might open an investigation after a man in Greeley died a few weeks after getting a tattoo. Nemecio Benavidez received the tattoo from a woman at a party.
  It led to an infection then his family says came Sepsis, which causes organ failure. His sister, Sylvia Cruz, says he shouldn’t have died this way.
  “This shouldn’t have happened; it was a senseless, senseless death. He was only 52 had a long life ahead of him, ” said
  
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• Police May Investigate Greeley Man’s Death After Home Tattoo

  21-11-2015 02:56
  
  By Rick Sallinger
  GREELEY, Colo. (CBS4)– Police might open an investigation after a man in Greeley died a few weeks after getting a tattoo. Nemecio Benavidez received the tattoo from a woman at a party.
  It led to an infection then his family says came Sepsis, which causes organ failure. His sister, Sylvia Cruz, says he shouldn’t have died this way.
  “This shouldn’t have happened; it was a senseless, senseless death. He was only 52 had a long life ahead of him, ” said
  
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• Parts of historic Longmont vandalized

  21-11-2015 02:42
  
  The west side of historic Longmont has been vandalized several times over the past few weeks, according to Longmont officials.        
  
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• Man receives innovative heart pump

  21-11-2015 02:41
  
  This updated version has a smaller pump so the implant surgery is easier. The device also has a longer battery life.        
  
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• Sterling police hit reset on body camera program

  21-11-2015 02:39
  
  Sterling Police are hitting a re-set button on their body camera program.        
  
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• AG Asks State Supreme Court To Dismiss Governor’s Complaint

  21-11-2015 02:25
  
  DENVER (AP) — Colorado Attorney General Cynthia Coffman is asking the state Supreme Court to dismiss Gov. John Hickenlooper’s complaint about lawsuits she filed against the federal government over his objections.
  In a motion filed Friday, Coffman says the AG has the authority and duty to protect the legal interests of Colorado and its residents.
  Hickenlooper asked the court Nov. 4 to issue a rule saying Coffman cannot sue the U.S. government without his permission. Coffman has said s
  
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• High School Football Team Honors Fallen State Trooper During Playoffs

  21-11-2015 02:18
  
  By Jeff Todd
  JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)– A Jefferson County High School isn’t just taking on the top seed in Friday’s 5-A playoffs, they’re playing for their coach and his “other family.”
  Major Josh Downing works at the Colorado State Patrol Headquarters and volunteers as Defensive Coordinator for Ralston Valley High School.
  (credit: Colorado State Patrol)
  “Great teams treat each other like family and what does family do? They support each other, in
  
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• CBS Sports Poll 11/20/15

  21-11-2015 02:16
  
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• Denver Considering Construction Defects Ordinance

  21-11-2015 02:07
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – The Denver City Council is considering an ordinance designed to spur more construction in the city. In the last few years, condominium construction has dropped from 25 percent of the market to just four percent. Critics of the ordinance say it puts the squeeze on homeowners.
  City officials say that Denver is number one for millennials moving to the city, and number three in the nation for retirees moving here. All that growth is spurring demand for condominiums priced
  
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• Rockies Designate Axford, Rosario For Assignment

  21-11-2015 01:59
  
  DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies have designated three relievers for assignment, including right-hander John Axford.
  Other players designated for assignment Friday were lefty Rex Brothers and righty Tommy Kahnle, along with infielder/catcher Wilin Rosario.
  The team also agreed to a one-year deal with outfielder Brandon Barnes that avoided arbitration.
  Axford had 25 saves for the Rockies last season. He also dealt with personal issues away from the field as his young son recovered from ra
  
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• Good Samaritan receives lifesaving award

  21-11-2015 01:56
  
  AVON – A Leadville woman received the Citizen’s Lifesaving Award on Thursday for her work in helping save a driver’s life after her car rolled down a mountainside.        
  
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• Highway 285 back open after crashes shut it down

  21-11-2015 01:30
  
  Highway 285 was closed Friday afternoon after numerous crashes and adverse weather conditions.        
  
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• JeffCo Jail inmate found dead in cell

  21-11-2015 01:08
  
  An inmate in the Jefferson County Detention Facility was found dead in his cell Thursday.        
  
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• Holiday Shopping Trends Changing Across Colorado

  21-11-2015 01:02
  
  By Suzanne McCarroll
  DENVER (CBS4)– Holiday shopping trends may be changing this year. Colorado’s Retail Council says some of the state’s retailers are backing off from opening on the Thanksgiving holiday, while others are reducing the hours they’re open.
  Earlier this fall, REI announced it would be closed both Thanksgiving and the day after. The announcement received massive amounts of publicity.(credit: CBS)
  Now it seems some other retailers are following REI’s le
  
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• Trace amounts of snow expected Friday

  21-11-2015 00:36
  
  Very light snow is expected to fall Friday afternoon and evening as colder air blasts in from the north.        
  
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• Heavy Snow, Accidents Close I-70, Traction Laws In Effect

  21-11-2015 00:24
  
  SUMMIT COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)– Heavy snow was falling in the mountains on Friday which led to accidents and the closure of Interstate 70 along several stretches. Traction laws were in place.
  Westbound lanes of I-70 were closed from C-470 to the Eisenhower Tunnel because of heavy snow and several accidents for several hours. Those lanes reopened at 5:45 p.m.
  Eastbound I-70 from Silverthorne to the Eisenhower Tunnel remained closed on Friday evening.
  Eastbound lanes of I-70 at Vail Pass were a
  
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