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• Santa Clara Weather Looking Great For Sunday

  05-02-2016 23:53
  
  By Justin McHeffey
  Weather on Super Bowl Sunday looks about as perfect as it gets in Santa Clara, CA. The mild central California climate won’t disappoint the Broncos from kickoff through the 4th quarter. A large ridge of high pressure stays just offshore on Sunday, that means conditions will be clear and calm for the whole football game.Kickoff at 4:30 p.m. will be a nice, comfortable 71 degrees under sunny skies. Sunset at 5:39 p.m. will cool things off for halftime, but temps will be mu
  
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• Fix This: Try this 7-layer dip for game day

  05-02-2016 23:38
  
  FIX THIS - We all love 7-layer dip! It is super easy to make and here's a tip to make it taste like a taco.        
  
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• Super Bowl Celebrations More Than Just Football

  05-02-2016 23:33
  
  SAN FRANCISCO (CBS4)– As Super Bowl 50 draws closer, more and more Denver Broncos fans are descending on San Francisco to support their team.
  There are many activities to choose from including Super Bowl City where the band Perry took the stage on Thursday night.On Friday night there is a fireworks show scheduled on the same stage and then later One Republic will perform.There are many big parties with A-list celebrities around the Bay Area leading up to the Super Bowl.
  
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• Plaque Lawsuit Against Colorado School Of Mines Dropped

  05-02-2016 23:31
  
  GOLDEN, Colo. (AP/CBS4) — A graduate of a Colorado university banned from putting Bible citations on a fundraising plaque is dropping a federal lawsuit against the school.
  Lawyers for Mike Lucas filed documents to dismiss the free speech case against the Colorado School of Mines Friday. They say the school is ending the fundraising program for its athletic facility and has removed all donor plaques.
  Lucas, a former Mines football player, donated $2,500 and wanted his plaque to read Colossi
  
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• Hnida: How Thomas Davis Will Play Super Sunday With A Broken Arm

  05-02-2016 23:23
  
  By Dr. Dave Hnida
  SANTA CLARA, Calif. (CBS4) – The NFL has gone bionic, at least when it comes to a first of its kind 3-D brace to protect a newly fractured forearm. That brace was made for Carolina Panther linebacker Thomas Davis, who fractured his forearm two weeks ago in the NFC title game. It’s a space age brace that will allow Davis to play in this Sunday’s Super Bowl—unthinkable considering that Davis had surgery the day after the injury.
  The fracture is medically a
  
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• EPA: Traces Of Contaminant Found In 3 Colorado Water Systems

  05-02-2016 23:15
  
  DENVER (AP) — Traces of widely used and potentially harmful chemicals have shown up in three drinking water systems in Colorado, prompting officials to shut down three wells and start looking for the source.
  Two compounds once used in nonstick cookware coatings, firefighting foam and other materials were detected in utilities serving about 69,000 people in the city of Fountain and an unincorporated community called Security-Widefield, the federal Environmental Protection Agency said. The c
  
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• The Right Ways To Keep From Overspending

  05-02-2016 23:13
  
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  Are you an over-spender? Do you pay only the minimum on your credit cards every month? Are you living paycheck to paycheck, despite the fact that you make a decent living? If so, then you may need some overspending help. There are lots of little steps you can take to help you get rid of your overspending ways. The next time you’re frustrated at the lack of money in your wallet, consider these five options to help you manage your spending hab
  
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• Switch It Up: 5 Simple Steps for Switching Banks

  05-02-2016 23:13
  
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  There are so many different options for your banking needs these days, which means there is certainly a bank that is perfect for you. If you’re not happy with your current bank, then you’re probably already considering a move to something that may be a better fit. However, many people hesitate to switch banks, worried about all the steps needed to get everything switched over. Luckily it’s easier than you think to switch, and tod
  
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• Smart Ways To Save For Big Events

  05-02-2016 23:12
  
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  There are a handful of really big events in a person’s life. Marriage, children, college, retirement, vacations — these are all typical expenses that require planning and savings to accomplish. Don’t let a fear of savings scare you off from these big events, as there are lots of ways you can easily start to save for the important moments in your life. Here are a few ideas to get you started as you plan for the future.Make A
  
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• Why The Future of Banking Looks Bright

  05-02-2016 23:11
  
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  There once was a time where you’d walk into your local bank and know the teller, and he or she would know you. Of course, when you finished your banking business, you’d leave with a lollipop in hand. Now, however, those days are gone and banking is becoming less personal. Customers seem to be ok with it that way, too, as more banking apps and other technological devices make talking to a teller a thing of the past. It’s actually
  
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• Why Personal Banking Should Matter To You

  05-02-2016 23:10
  
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  You may think that your bank is simply where you secure your money so you can pay bills and make purchases as you see fit. However, there is so much more to banking, and you really should take a look at all the different services and features that your bank offers. You might be amazed when you see just how many ways your bank can help you set yourself up for a great future. The bottom line is that banking matters, and here are a few reasons why.
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• Easy Ways To Become A Master At Managing Your Money

  05-02-2016 23:10
  
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  Take a look at your financial picture. What do you see? If the picture looks hazy — you don’t quite know how much you’re spending every month, and maybe you don’t know anything about your investments — then you need to get a handle on your money. Don’t despair. Getting your finances in order doesn’t need to be a difficult task, but you do need to start somewhere. Here are six ways you can get your finances
  
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• Tips You Can Bank On For College Freshmen

  05-02-2016 23:09
  
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  Attention, college freshmen: If your financial plans include asking for money from The Bank of Mom and Dad, think again. With these tips, you can save some cash for a rainy day, and even attain savings goals for the future.
  Find A JobYou need money for living expenses, incidentals and books. What’s a college student to do? Consider taking a look at job listings on campus to earn some extra cash; potential on-campus jobs include leading campu
  
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• Former Bronco Montee Ball Arrested In Domestic Case

  05-02-2016 23:09
  
  MADISON, Wis. (AP/CBS4) — Former Wisconsin and Denver Broncos running back Montee Ball has been arrested on a felony battery charge after an apparent dispute with his girlfriend.
  Police spokesman Joel DeSpain said officers were called to a downtown Madison hotel around 3:45 a.m. where a woman told police she and Ball were arguing when he threw her in the air. She said she landed on a table and cut her leg, requiring stitches.
  DeSpain said Ball told police he pushed the woman and she fell.
  
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• Six Simple Habits To Help Save Big Bucks

  05-02-2016 23:07
  
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  You want to save for early retirement or even just a rainy day, but where and how will you come up with the money? If your financial strategy includes winning the lottery or waiting for an inheritance from a wealthy relative, think again. By making a few changes and turning them into habits, you can start saving for your financial goals. Take a look at the lifestyle changes you can make that may help you save some serious cash in the long run.
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• Five Easy Fixes To Help Fine-Tune Your Finances

  05-02-2016 23:06
  
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  You’ve made your financial goals for 2016. Now what? With a few tweaks to your budget and some lifestyle changes, you can be on the road to reducing debt and saving for the future. Here’s how.
  Know Where Your Money GoesLet’s ask the hard question first: How much do you spend on groceries, utilities and shelter every month? If you don’t quite know, then it’s time to track every expense. Knowing how much you spend every
  
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• Firefighters Battle Blaze At Dental Office

  05-02-2016 22:50
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– Firefighters in Denver rushed to a dental office that was on fire on Friday afternoon.
  Fire engines rushed to the office located at 9900 W. Stanford. Denver Fire tweeted an update from the scene.9900 W Stanford pic.twitter.com/S4cgfvHp4B
  — Denver Fire Dept. (@Denver_Fire) February 5, 2016The fire was called in by a passerby who saw flames and heavy smoke shooting through the roof.When firefighters arrived they helped all those inside escape unharmed.The business inside
  
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• Ari Fleischer: Peyton Manning won't roll over to lies

  05-02-2016 22:50
  
  Ari Fleischer: Peyton Manning will not roll over to lies        
  
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• Nuggets Swingman Will Barton To Compete In Slam Dunk Competition

  05-02-2016 22:17
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – Denver swingman Will Barton has been chosen to compete in the NBA’s upcoming dunk contest.
  Barton will compete against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine — last year’s champion — plus Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond and Orland Magic forward Aaron Gordon in Toronto.
  Will Barton (credit: David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)
  The dunk competition is part of the NBA’s All-Star weekend and it takes place at 8:30 p.m. on Feb. 13.
  “It
  
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• Colorado Right-To-Die Bill Approved By House Panel

  05-02-2016 22:12
  
  DENVER (AP) — A Democrat-led state House committee has approved a Colorado right-to-die bill that would provide a legal option for the terminally ill to end their lives.
  The House Judiciary Committee passed the bill on a 6-5 party-line vote late Thursday after hearing 10 hours of testimony. The legislation now goes to the full House for consideration, but faces an uphill battle if it reaches the Republican-controlled Senate. A committee there rejected the bill on a party-line vote on Wedne
  
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• Preemie Babies Receive Broncos Knits At Hospital

  05-02-2016 21:54
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – A group of volunteers knit Broncos themed accessories for preemie babies at the University of Colorado Hospital on Orange Friday.
  Hats, pompoms, and headbands were created for the newborns, and brought into the NICU Friday afternoon.
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• Arapahoe Basin One Step Closer To Expanding Terrain

  05-02-2016 21:48
  
  SUMMIT COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) – The U.S. Forest Service has tentatively agreed to Arapahoe Basin’s 2012 development plan to expand their territory into backcountry terrain.
  A-Basin operates on a 2002 special permit from the Forest Service. The White River National Forest, where A-Basin is located, released on Friday a draft Environmental Impact Statement concerning the ski area’s proposed projects.
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  Expansion would incorporate an area called the Beavers &mda
  
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• Plaque lawsuit against Colorado School of Mines

  05-02-2016 21:27
  
  A graduate of a Colorado university banned from putting Bible citations on a fundraising plaque is dropping a federal lawsuit against the school.        
  
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• Kidnapping scam hits Boulder

  05-02-2016 21:15
  
  Boulder Police are warning residents of a scam where a victim is called and told a loved one has been kidnapped.        
  
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• CDC: Men Who Were In Zika Areas Should Use Condoms

  05-02-2016 21:07
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials issued guidelines Friday to prevent the sexual transmission of the Zika virus, telling men who have been to outbreak areas to use condoms during sex with pregnant women.
  The guidance also suggests the men might consider abstaining or using condoms even with a partner who isn’t pregnant. It doesn’t recommend that men without symptoms be tested for the virus.
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stressed that the Zika virus is still
  
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• 2 in custody after robbing Aurora bank

  05-02-2016 20:58
  
  Two suspects are in custody after they allegedly robbed a bank in Aurora.        
  
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• Police On Possibility Of Super Bowl Rioting: #Don’tBeADonkey

  05-02-2016 20:50
  
  DENVER (AP) — Denver police are rooting for a Broncos Super Bowl victory as much as anyone, but they are urging fans keep the postgame revelry in check.
  Extra officers, many working on their days off, will be patrolling areas notorious for rowdy crowds on Sunday, Cmdr. Rick Kyle said. Without revealing specifics, Kyle said Friday that police have learned lessons from past Super Bowl wins that ended with riots, property damage and arrests.
  Fans rioted after Denver’s Super Bowl victori
  
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• With No Warmup, Bus Passengers Experience Difficulties At Stops

  05-02-2016 20:20
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – Denver’s cold temperatures this week aren’t helping melt all the snow we have around the city, and it’s causing problems for commuters who ride the bus.
  Many bus stops around the Denver metro area are jammed with ice and snow. In some cases it’s due to snowplows kicking the snow up off the street and in others there just hasn’t been any shoveling done.“The main streets aren’t bad but if you go along Alameda it’s pretty bad,&rd
  
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• Keidel: Broncos – Panthers Super Bowl 50 Breakdown

  05-02-2016 20:07
  
  By Jason Keidel
  The sound, fury and hyperbole will be turned off in two days, when they play the Golden Game of America’s Game. The Super Bowl is just about here.
  If you’ve watched at least 40 of these, tried to assemble those bulky Roman numerals over decades, you appreciate how football has ascended up the rungs of relevance. Well over 100 million Americans will watch on Sunday. Indeed, up to half the television sets turned on will be tuned in. That includes the
  
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• DPD: Be a Bronco, not a donkey

  05-02-2016 19:33
  
  Denver Police released a series of public service announcements asking all Broncos fans to celebrate and cheer properly on Sunday and not act like a donkey.        
  
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• 1 Dead In Shooting At North Boulder Trailer Park

  05-02-2016 19:08
  
  BOULDER, Colo. (CBS4) – One person was killed in a shooting in Boulder on Friday morning.
  Shots ran out at a trailer home at approximately 8:15 a.m. at 4475 North Broadway, according to the Boulder County Sheriff.
  The victim was taken to the hospital and died soon afterwards. They have not been identified.
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  Police said they are interviewing people who were in the home at the time as well as people in nearby trailer homes.
  Shining Mountain Waldorf School was placed on lockdown
  
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• Broncos Fan Who Needs Lung Transplant Cheers On Team At Sea Level

  05-02-2016 18:43
  
  CBS4’s Jamie Leary is driving to California’s Bay area with photographer Mike Abeyta for Super Bowl 50. They left from Denver early Monday morning will be filing reports about the Denver Broncos along the way.MODESTO, Calif. (CBS4) – Many people in Denver know who Eric Del Toro is. CBS4 has even done a story on him before. Like many loyal fans, he has never missed a game.
  Amazing, since he lives in the heart of Raiders nation — Modesto, California. This story isn’t
  
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• Police Chase, Arrest 2 Bank Robbery Suspects

  05-02-2016 18:19
  
  AURORA, Colo. (CBS4) – Two men suspected in an armed bank robbery in Aurora were arrested Friday morning after a short police chase.
  The bank robbery happened at 9:20 a.m. at the TCF Bank at the intersection of East 6th Avenue and Chambers Road.
  Police said witnesses told them two black males who were responsible left the bank in a vehicle.
  Officers spotted the vehicle nearby and tried to conduct a traffic stop. The driver sped off, and a short police chase took place. It ended at the Frie
  
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• Here's what Super Bowl 50 will look like

  05-02-2016 17:47
  
  Denver Broncos vs. Carolina Panthers. Peyton Manning vs. Cam Newton.        
  
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• Terrell Davis excited about Hall of Fame vote Saturday

  05-02-2016 17:32
  
  The Denver Broncos running back who is among 15 finalists for the 2016 Hall of Fame class at a time when the Broncos are playing in Super Bowl 50.        
  
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• DEBATE: Broncos fan takes on Carolina Panthers fan

  05-02-2016 17:29
  
  Since Super Bowl 50 is Sunday, and this is political debate season, 9NEWS decided to combine the two.        
  
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• Weld County Sends Out Warning As Train Activity To Resume On Quiet Tracks

  05-02-2016 16:58
  
  GREELEY, Colo. (CBS4) – Trains are set to begin running on a stretch of track in Weld County that has been quiet for the past eight years.
  With the rekindling of activity on the tracks between Windsor and north Greeley, authorities are sending out a warning to people to be safe.
  The tracks that have stood absent of trains since 2008 have often been crossed by drivers without any concerns about trains in recent years.
  A post on the Weld County Government Facebook page said “Pay attent
  
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• Both Kickers Hoping Super Bowl 50 Comes Down To Them

  05-02-2016 16:41
  
  SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — They both visualized Adam Vinatieri growing up, these even-keeled kickers who are hoping to emulate “Mr. Clutch” in Super Bowl 50.
  Maybe it’s not the mighty legs of Cam Newton or the beautiful mind of Peyton Manning that will decide who wins Sunday when the Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos play for the silver trophy in this golden anniversary game.
  It could come down to the big right toe of either Brandon McManus or Graham Gano.
  Both are mor
  
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• Teen sues Pueblo TV station for allegedly airing genitalia photo

  05-02-2016 16:31
  
  COLORADO SPRINGS — A federal lawsuit filed against KOAA-TVclaims that the Pueblo-basednews station sexually exploited a 14-year-old boy by airing an image of his penis in a news report.
  
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• Buffs Fall To Ducks In Eugene, 76-56

  05-02-2016 16:30
  
  Forward Elgin Cook scored 18 points as No. 16 Oregon defeated Colorado 76-56 on Thursday at Matthew Knight Arena.
  
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• SB50 Matchup To Watch: Evan Mathis vs. Kawann Short

  05-02-2016 16:27
  
  SANTA CLARA, Calif. (The Sports Xchange) – Broncos left guard Evan Mathis said 10 teams called when he was released by the Eagles in June.
  After discussions with his agent, Mathis decided to sit tight for a few weeks, thinking a contender would be calling with an immediate opening at guard.
  Sure enough, the Broncos and a second team that Mathis would not name Thursday called. The other team was offering twice as much. The only player in Super Bowl 50 who has played for the Broncos and the
  
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• Broncos Face Tough Call At QB In 2016

  05-02-2016 16:25
  
  SANTA CLARA, Calif. (The Sports Xchange) – With Peyton Manning felled by a torn plantar fascia plate, Osweiler got the call to start only his 13th game since graduating high school and his first in the NFL after three years as Manning’s backup. His limited experience was not a detriment.
  “Before his first start, at Chicago (Nov. 22), coach (Gary) Kubiak had him speak to the team,” wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders said of the Broncos’ ritual of having a player deliver
  
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• Battle of the Super Bowl cities: It's hard to hate Carolina, but ...

  05-02-2016 16:16
  
  For important football contests, it is much better when you can't standyour rival. In Denver,fans love to hate the Oakland Raiders, Kansas City Chiefs and the Seattle Seahawks.
  
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• Battle of the Super Bowl cities: Denver is just too great

  05-02-2016 16:16
  
  I must have been stoned when I agreed to do this. Why would anyone with a clear head and not affected by altitude sickness agree to take on the challenge of portraying the Mile High City of Denver as inferior to Charlotte?
  
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• Dish to open downtown Denver office to attract tech workers

  05-02-2016 16:12
  
  Dish Network will open downtown office by Summer 2016 to attract tech workers.Dish Network will announce Friday morning that it will open a downtown Denver office to help it attract more
  
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• Aspen: Still no arrest in January chairlift pushing incident

  05-02-2016 16:11
  
  ASPEN — Law enforcement officialsremain silent about the whereabouts of aman they suspect pushed a snowboarder off a chairlift at Aspen Highlands nearly three weeks ago.
  
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• Parolee shot by Greeley police booked into Weld County jail

  05-02-2016 16:09
  
  GREELEY — The man Greeley police shot and critically wounded Jan. 25 was booked into Weld County Jail Tuesday on a December charge of escape from felony conviction.
  
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• Why Alabama Shakes Should Win The Album Of The Year GRAMMY For ‘Sound & Color’

  05-02-2016 16:07
  
  By Jeff Cornell
  The Alabama Shakes made a big splash in 2015 with their second album Sound & Color. The effort spawned the hit single “Don’t Wanna Fight,” the R&B and rock-infused “Gimme All Your Love” and the spacey title track.
  The album debuted on top of the Billboard album chart back in April of 2015, selling over 96,000 copies.
  Related: Watch Alabama Shake’s video for “Don’t Wanna Fight”
  The Alabama
  
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• Gregg Moss dyes his hair orange to show Broncos spirit

  05-02-2016 16:00
  
  Thanks to you, we raised nearly $5,300 for Special Olympics Colorado and its Project Unify program.        
  
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• 9NEWS Anchors wager with Carolina anchors

  05-02-2016 15:52
  
  We all love our Denver Broncos here, so the 9NEWS Anchors placed a friendly wager with the WCNC Anchors in Charlotte.        
  
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