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• Interstate 25 reopened in both directions in Westminster

  18-03-2016 23:53
  
  Interstate 25 reopened late Friday afternoon after being closed for nearly two hours in Westminster because of police activity.
  
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• Blinker App, Developed In Colorado, Identifies Make, Model Of Any Vehicle

  18-03-2016 23:46
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– The Denver Auto Show isn’t just about cars, but the latest technology with cars. The Blinker app helps identify any vehicle and can help sell your car, too.
  “It’s really exciting. We’ve been developing it here in Colorado, we’ve been working on it the last couple of years. We’re just launching it at the Denver Auto Show,” said Blinker founder Rod Buscher.
  Blinker has a real-time demonstration at the Denver Auto Show, which is at the
  
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• Colorado economists warn about recession, complicating spending fight

  18-03-2016 23:33
  
  The severe downturn in the oil and gas industry, combined with global economic pressures, led state economic analysts on Friday to caution Colorado lawmakers about the looming possibility of a
  
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• VA watchdog clears two Colorado clinics of wrongdoing

  18-03-2016 23:00
  
  A watchdog at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs concluded in two separate reports on Friday that allegations of wrongdoing at clinics in Denver and Grand Junction were both unfounded.
  
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• Colorado’s Economy Seeing Slower Growth, Reports Say

  18-03-2016 22:50
  
  DENVER (AP) — Fierce partisan debate over hospital provider fees, tax refunds and paying for roads and schools may be over this legislative session. Colorado will balance its books next fiscal year, according to revenue forecasts released Friday by legislative and administration analysts.
  The question remains: Can this fast-growing state keep funding those roads and schools in the future under a maze of directives that sometimes mandate all-or-nothing roads spending, hamper schools funding
  
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• Bicyclist killed in north Denver hit-and-run; suspect vehicle sought

  18-03-2016 22:49
  A bicyclist was killed Friday afternoon in Denver after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run, police said.
  
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• Snow, Ice Makes For Slow Commute In Metro Area

  18-03-2016 22:41
  
  By Melissa GarciaDENVER (CBS4)– The drive home from work Friday evening was expected to be a much smoother commute than drivers experienced during the Friday morning rush hour. Roads were slick and dangerous, making for a long drive.
  An RTD bus stuck at 9th and Lincoln caused a major traffic backup. Icy conditions on the roads sent its back end over the curb.
  Around the Denver metro area, snow came down fast and covered the streets.
  The storm made for slick ramps off Interstate 25 and a sl
  
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• Body found in trunk in Greeley identified as local woman

  18-03-2016 22:30
  
  The body of a woman found in a trunk inside a Greeley apartment was identified Friday.
  
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• Man pleads guilty in $1 million charity fraud case in Adams County

  18-03-2016 22:29
  
  A man has pleaded guilty in a $1 million charity fraud case involving the sale of donated mattresses, officials said Friday.
  
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• 3-year-old girl killed in Grand Junction; legal guardian accused of murder

  18-03-2016 22:29
  
  Police in Grand Junction havearrested a 29-year-old woman on suspicion of killing her 3-year-old niece.
  
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• Winter Park Resort's Mary Jane to stay open into May after massive snows

  18-03-2016 21:41
  
  Winter Park Resort's iconic Mary Jane area will stay open until May 7 — 13 days later than planned — thanks in part to the massive snowfall from this week's storms.
  
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• Denver developers, historians make plans for old Emily Griffith site

  18-03-2016 21:06
  
  Three organizations are involved in an effort to preserve part of the old Emily Griffith Opportunity School in downtown Denver while still allowing for a significant development.
  
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• Manning Takes One More Victory Lap Around Indianapolis

  18-03-2016 20:50
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (AP) – Peyton Manning took one more victory lap around Indianapolis on Friday.
  It’s not likely to be his last.
  Less than two weeks after announcing his retirement in Denver, the record-breaking quarterback returned to his first NFL home to reminisce, thank supporters and receive a fitting send-off from the team he first played for.
  Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay and Peyton Manning (credit: CBS)
  Colts owner Jim Irsay said Manning’s No. 18 jersey will be retired
  
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• Rep. Dan Pabon Arrested For Investigation Of DUI

  18-03-2016 20:42
  
  By Brian MaassDENVER (CBS4)– CBS4 has learned that Colorado State Representative Dan Pabon was arrested for investigation of DUI on Thursday night.
  Police in Denver pulled over Pabon, 38, at Colfax Avenue and Glenarm on Thursday night. He was also cited for an improper turn and a license plate issue.
  Officers arrested Pabon on investigation of DUI. According to the police probable cause statement, Pabon exhibited the following, slurred speech, mumbling, breath had strong odor of alcohol, b
  
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• Colts to retire Manning's No. 18

  18-03-2016 20:36
  Colts owner Jim Irsay announced Friday that the team will retire Peyton Manning's No. 18 and build a statue of the record-setting quarterback outside Lucas Oil Stadium.       
  
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• Governor, Rep. Coffman Honor World Down Syndrome Day

  18-03-2016 20:27
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – Some Colorado leaders took time to honor World Down Syndrome Day with an event at the capitol on Friday.
  (credit: CBS)
  Those with the genetic condition Down syndrome and their families gathered to raise awareness along with Gov. John Hickenlooper, Rep. Mike Coffman and other elected leaders. They also celebrated 11 local scientists who received $1 million in research grants.
  (credit: CBS)
  World Down Syndrome Day is on March 21 (3/1) to represent the three copies of chromoso
  
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• Russell Okung contract: $0 guaranteed

  18-03-2016 20:15
  
  After reviewing details in the new contract, offensive tackle Russell Okung signed with the Denver Broncos, a case can be made the left tackle could have used a different agent.       
  
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• Dance Studio Offers Reward After Trailer With Props Is Stolen

  18-03-2016 19:58
  
  COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (CBS4) – Dancers in Colorado Springs are begging thieves to return their stolen trailer.
  The trailer belongs to Dance Unlimited, and it contained props used in competitions. It was stolen on Tuesday.
  Once she realized it was missing, directCor Zorene Cruise called police to file an unusual report.
  “I said, ‘We had a 7 1/2 foot tall butterfly. And then I realized it, I go ‘You think this is a joke, right?’ She goes, ‘I didn’t say t
  
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• Colorado snow totals for March 18, 2016

  18-03-2016 19:44
  
  The following Colorado snow totals have been reported by the National Weather Service for March 18, 2016, as of12:12 p.
  
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• Only On AP: Airmen at nuke base probed for illegal drug use

  18-03-2016 19:33
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Air Force is investigating 14 members of a nuclear weapons security force for alleged illegal drug activity, in some cases including cocaine use, defense officials
  
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• Erie says typo on ballot question will not impact election

  18-03-2016 18:57
  
  Erie is asking residents to vote on a ballot question regarding the sale of town land despite a misspelled street name, according to an email from the town Friday.
  
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• Twitter will keep 140-character limit after weighing extension to 10K

  18-03-2016 18:56
  
  Twitter Inc. will keep the character limit for tweets to 140, chief executive Jack Dorsey said on the Today Show on Friday, putting an end to speculation that the company could extend the limit
  
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• Some Colorado Ski Areas Get More Than 3 Feet This Week

  18-03-2016 18:41
  
  DENVER (AP) – The latest in a series of storms to hit Colorado this week has brought some more snow to the Rocky Mountains.
  Flights were being delayed an average of 30 minutes at Denver International Airport on Friday morning, when a lot of spring break skiers and snowboarders are expected to arrive.
  Once they get here, they’ll find lots of fresh powder. Some ski resorts are reporting over three feet of snow in the last seven days, which is also good news for the state’s water
  
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• Heavy snowfall tapers off, should finish in metro Denver by 2 p.m.

  18-03-2016 18:29
  
  Heavy snow in the Denver metro area has tapered off and the bulk of the storm should finish by 2 p.
  
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• Google's Alphabet to help Smart City finalist Denver to study traffic

  18-03-2016 18:17
  
  Google's parent Alphabet announcedThursday it wouldhelp seven cities, including Denver, use big data to fix urban traffic congestion.
  
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• How 3 Colorado initiatives could change which lawmakers you vote for

  18-03-2016 18:08
  
  Voting rights activists displeased with a ballot measure that wouldchange the way Colorado draws up maps for U.S. House and state legislative districts are now offering up two new ballot questionsof their own.
  
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• 50 crashes reported in Denver; ice, snow snarl traffic

  18-03-2016 18:07
  
  Fifty crasheshave been reported in the Denver metro area Friday morning including an overturned snowplow and two accidents causing minor injuries, according to Denver police.
  
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• 1 Dead, Another Injured In Shooting In Littleton

  18-03-2016 17:59
  
  LITTLETON, Colo. (CBS4) – Police in Littleton are investigating a shooting that took place before sunrise on Friday.
  The incident happened at 8122 SouthPark Lane at approximately 5:30 a.m. When police arrived they said they found two men with gunshot wounds. One was dead and the other was hurt.
  So far there’s no word on who might be responsible for the shootings.
  
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• ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Casts Judd Hirsch As Leonard’s Dad

  18-03-2016 17:55
  
  LOS ANGELES (CBSNEWS.COM)- “The Big Bang Theory” family tree is growing even bigger!
  During Wednesday’s PaleyFest panel in Los Angeles, it was announced that “Taxi” star Judd Hirsch has been tapped to play Leonard’s dad for an upcoming episode this season, airing Thursdays at 7:00PM in Denver.
  Johnny Galecki admitted that he actually had a hand in casting Hirsch as his on-screen father after meeting at NBC’s James Burrows special.
  “I met this fello
  
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• Obama to nominate 1st woman to head US combatant command

  18-03-2016 17:50
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Ash Carter says President Barack Obama will nominate the first woman to head a major U.
  
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• Winter Storm Hits Colorado’s Front Range Ending Denver’s 6-Week Snow Drought

  18-03-2016 17:41
  
  By Chris SpearsDENVER (CBS4) – A St. Patrick’s Day storm dropped anywhere from 6-12 inches of snow along Colorado’s Front Range late Thursday and early Friday, with lesser totals along and east of Interstate 25.
  The storm ended a snow drought in Denver that began on February 3.
  Prior to the current storm the last measurable snow recorded at Denver International Airport fell between Feb. 1-2.
  Here are some snow totals from CBS4 Weather Watchers as of 10 a.m. on Friday.
  11″
  
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• Colts Retire Peyton Manning’s Number

  18-03-2016 17:20
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (CBS4/AP) – The Indianapolis Colts have officially retired Peyton Manning’s jersey number.
  Peyton Manning on Friday (credit: CBS)
  Owner Jim Irsay made the announcement Friday morning in a news conference in Indianapolis with Manning, who announced his retirement earlier this month at Denver Broncos headquarters.
  #ThankYouPeyton https://t.co/z3cyBlgcJJ—Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) March 18, 2016
  Manning wore No. 18 all throughout his pro career. When he joined the Br
  
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• 2 injured when train strikes SUV near Ft. Lupton

  18-03-2016 17:14
  
  Two people escaped with minor injuries after the SUV they were in was mashed into an unrecognizable heap of metal after a collision with a Union Pacific freight train early Friday morning.
  
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• 30 Players: Giovanny Urshela Trying To Rebound From Disappointing Rookie Year For Indians

  18-03-2016 17:02
  
  By Rich Arleo 
  CBS Local Sports, in our 30 Players 30 Days spring training feature, profiles one young player from each Major League Baseball team leading up to opening day.
  Giovanny Urshela, Third baseman, Cleveland Indians
  2015 season (Majors): 81 G, 267 AB, .225 BA, 6 HR, 21 RBI, 0 SB, .608 OPS
  The Indians’ future star already emerged last season in Francisco Lindor, who we featured in last spring’s “30 Players, 30 Days” feature. When looking at their fa
  
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• How much snow did Colorado's ski areas get this week?

  18-03-2016 15:53
  
  After a disappointing February, Colorado's ski areas are rejoicing in storms this week that have dropped more than two feet of snow on some slopes.
  
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• Evraz to temporarily idle about 450 workers at Pueblo steel mill

  18-03-2016 15:50
  
  Roughly 450 workers at Evraz North America's steel mill in Pueblo, or just under half the site's workforce, will be temporarily idled as commodity markets continue their downturn, the company
  
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• 2016 NCAA Tournament: The Best Of Day One

  18-03-2016 15:28
  
  Bryan Altman, CBS Local Sports
  If you haven’t learned by now to expect the unexpected once March Madness tips off, then I just don’t know what to tell you at this point. Every year upsets abound, Cinderella stories emerge and moments, plays, and players provide memories that we’ll remember for a lifetime.
  Day 1 of the NCAA Tournament was one of those days that fills you with joy as a college basketball fan, but also fills you with rage when you take a look at all of the red tha
  
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• JeffCo deputy dives to avoid car as it careens on ice into 2 patrol cars

  18-03-2016 15:22
  
  One Jefferson County deputy leaped into her patrol car just in time to avoid being crushed by a car sliding on icy C-470 late Thursday night as it struck two law enforcement patrol cars.
  
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• Man convicted in fatal 2010 shooting is acquitted at retrial

  18-03-2016 14:59
  
  COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — A man has been cleared of wrongdoing nearly six years after he fatally shot an auto mechanic during an argument outside a Monument tire store.
  
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• Man gets 47 years in prison for fatal shooting in Aurora

  18-03-2016 14:58
  
  AURORA, Colo. (AP) — A man police say was involved in two killings during a three-week span has been sentenced to 47 years in prison in one of the cases.
  
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• Iginla Looks To Continue Hot Streak As Avs Visit Calgary

  18-03-2016 14:58
  
  Jarome Iginla set up a goal in the Avalanche's 3-1 victory over Vancouver on Wednesday for his 1,268th career point and 17th (six goals, 11 assists) in his last 18 games.
  
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• 3 men shot at Colorado Springs apartment early Friday after fight

  18-03-2016 14:51
  
  Colorado Springs police are investigating a shooting at an apartmentearly Friday morning in which three males received serious, but not life-threatening injuries.
  
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• Elway Bolsters Reputation With Signing Of Russell Okung

  18-03-2016 14:45
  
  John Elway (credit: CBS)
  DENVER (AP) – John Elway bolstered both his offensive line and his already strong reputation as one of the NFL’s best general managers Thursday by luring former Seattle Seahawks left tackle Russell Okung to the Denver Broncos.
  Quarterback Russell Wilson runs with the ball as tackle Russell Okung of the Seattle Seahawks blocks defensive line man Ego Ferguson of the Chicago Bears at CenturyLink Field on September 27, 2015 in Seattle. (credit: Steve Dykes/Getty
  
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• 2 foreign exchange students injured in Longmont hit-and-run

  18-03-2016 14:45
  
  Two foreign exchange students were struck by a car Thursday night in a hit-and-run as they were hitchhiking near 17th Avenue and Spencer Street in Longmont, police said.
  
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