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• Emmanuel Sanders is a dad! (again)...

  13-12-2016 23:50
  
  The Broncos wide receiver posted a family photo with his new baby girl, who is named Zoie.       
  
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• Tiger Seized In Ohio Animal Crackdown Euthanized In Colorado

  13-12-2016 23:49
  
  TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — One of six tigers seized nearly two years ago in a crackdown on exotic animal owners in Ohio has been euthanized just months after it was found in poor health and removed from a South Dakota sanctuary.
  The tiger seized from a roadside sanctuary near Toledo in 2015 was among a dozen animals removed from the Spirit of the Hills Wildlife Sanctuary in South Dakota and sent to another sanctuary in Colorado.
  Federal inspectors said this fall that the tiger had a bleeding mass
  
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• Missing At-Risk Woman Found Safe

  13-12-2016 23:33
  
  AURORA, Colo. (CBS4) – The Aurora Police Department said Amy Marie Sullivant, an at-risk woman last seen Friday by her caretaker, was found Tuesday afternoon. She was described as safe.Sullivant is described as wearing a brown sweater, black sweatpants, and black tennis shoes, and is 5’0″ tall, 200 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes,
  She was last seen at 2:50 p.m. Friday in the area of 15200 E. Girard Avenue.
  Police say Sullivant suffers from a developmental disabi
  
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• Take A Tour Of Downtown Light Displays

  13-12-2016 23:28
  
  By Libby Smith
  DENVER (CBS4) – Aspire Tours is offering a guided tour of holiday lights displays in Downtown Denver. The tour starts at Union Station, stops at the Christkindl Market for a cup of hot cider, goes by the City/County Building, tours through Cherry Creek and stops at the Botanic Gardens’ “Blossoms of Light.”
  Tour members have 45 minutes to walk around the gardens before the van takes them back to Union Station.
  (credit: CBS)
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• 2016 Year In Review: Colorado Fire & Ice

  13-12-2016 23:27
  
  By Raetta Holdman
  Coloradans love the great outdoors but sometimes, it poses a risk. From blizzards to fire, here’s a look at how the environment made news in 2016.
  Cold Springs FireNeighbors had complained about illegal camping near their homes in Nederland for months, then in July, the worst happened. Investigators say two men from Alabama failed to properly put out their campfire, sparking a wildfire that destroyed eight homes and burned 500 acres. In some cases, homeowners ignored evac
  
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• 84-Year-Old Millionaire Accused Of Groping Employee

  13-12-2016 23:25
  
  By Tom Mustin
  DENVER (CBS4) – Stunning allegations have emerged against a wealthy 84-year-old Cherry Hills oil tycoon.
  Jack Grynberg, of Grynberg Petroleum, was arrested last Thursday. He’s accused of groping an employee, then firing her after she refused his advances.
  Jack Grynberg (credit: Denver DA)
  “Anytime a woman comes forward with allegations like this, especially as they relate to something that has taken place in the workplace where you hope you just go in and do
  
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• Boys & Girls Clubs Provide Safe After-School Care

  13-12-2016 23:20
  
  CBS4’s Care 4 Colorado Toy Collection is Thursday, December 15, from 4:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the King Soopers at Colorado and Yale. The toys go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. CBS4, KBCO, and KOA staff members will be on hand all day to collect toy donations.By Libby Smith
  DENVER (CBS4) The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver charge just $2 a year for membership and provide a safe place for kids to go after school. They can get homework help, a hot meal, and a wide variety
  
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• Emmanuel Sanders, Wife Have Baby Girl

  13-12-2016 23:18
  
  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4) – Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders and his wife welcomed a new baby girl to the world today.
  Sanders posted the news to his Instagram page, saying “The name is ZOIE…ZOIE Sanders.”He and his wife Gabriella already have one son together, Princeton Emmanuel Sanders.
  
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• CorePower Yoga Founder Found Dead

  13-12-2016 22:55
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– The founder of CorePower Yoga has been found dead under suspicious circumstances at his home in San Diego.
  CorePower Yoga was founded by Trevor Tice in Denver in 2002. It has grown to include more than 160 locations nationwide.Tice, 48, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his home in the Sunset Cliffs area of Point Loma in San Diego on Monday afternoon.San Diego Police Lt. Mike Holden said due to evidence at the scene, homicide detectives were called in to inves
  
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• From ‘Oops’ To DOE Chief; Rick Perry Is Pick For Energy

  13-12-2016 22:52
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — He ran for president twice, but Rick Perry may be best known for two made-for-TV moments: uttering “oops” when he forgot the Energy Department was one of the agencies he pledged to eliminate and being a contestant on “Dancing with the Stars.”
  The former Texas governor is President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to become energy secretary, two people with knowledge of the decision say.
  If confirmed by the Senate, Perry is likely to shift the depa
  
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• Roofers Jump To Safety Moments Before Roof Collapse

  13-12-2016 22:40
  
  ENGLEWOOD (CBS4)– Firefighters in Denver rushed to a home after the roof collapsed.
  The roof of the home in the 2800 block of South Bannock collapsed about 1:34 p.m. while repairs to the roof were being made.
  Investigators say the roofers heard what they described as a “creaking” noise and then had to jump off the roof. Once they were on the ground, the roof collapsed.
  (credit: Denver Fire Department)
  What caused the roof to collapse is unknown.Update on Bannock Roof colla
  
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• Firefighters Rush To Home After Roof Collapses

  13-12-2016 22:40
  
  ENGLEWOOD (CBS4)– Firefighters in Denver rushed to a home after the roof collapsed.
  The roof of the home in the 2800 block of South Bannock collapsed about 1:34 p.m. while repairs to the roof were being made.Investigators say the roofers heard what they described as a “creaking” noise and then had to jump off the roof. Once they were on the ground, the roof collapsed.(credit: Denver Fire Department)
  What caused the roof to collapse is unknown.Update on Bannock Roof collaps
  
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• Ohio Governor OKs 20-Week Abortion Ban, Nixes Heartbeat Bill

  13-12-2016 22:06
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Republican Gov. John Kasich signed a bill Tuesday imposing a 20-week abortion ban while vetoing stricter provisions in a separate measure that would have barred the procedure at the first detectable fetal heartbeat.
  Kasich acted on both proposals the same day they landed on his desk.
  The so-called heartbeat bill would have prohibited most abortions once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which can be as early as six weeks into pregnancy — or before many women know t
  
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• Broncos Face Hardest End-Of-Season Schedule In NFL Since 1978

  13-12-2016 21:54
  
  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4) – No team in the NFL has had a harder end-of-the-season schedule since 1978 than the Broncos do this year.
  NFL Research, which is the league’s official media research group, tweeted out the fun fact Tuesday afternoon.
  According to them, no team in nearly four decades is up against what the Broncos face in the last three weeks of the 2016 season, and that’s three teams that all started their season 10-3.The 2016 Broncos are the 1st team since 1978 to play
  
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• Rockies Finalize Deal With Outfielder Ian Desmond

  13-12-2016 21:47
  
  DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies finalized a $70 million, five-year contract with All-Star outfielder Ian Desmond on Tuesday.
  Next up, turning him into a first baseman.
  With an abundance of outfielders, the Rockies are exploring the possibility of Desmond taking over at first — a spot he’s never played in his career.
  Desmond was an All-Star outfielder for the Texas Rangers last season when he hit .285 with 22 homers and 86 RBIs. Before that, he was primarily a shortstop for t
  
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• Barn Fire Kills 16 Horses

  13-12-2016 21:13
  
  BRIGHTON, Colo. (CBS4) – An early morning fire in Brighton killed 16 horses.
  (credit: Brighton Fire)
  At approximately 1 a.m. on Tuesday a Good Samaritan called 911 about flames at a barn east of Barr Lake along Powhaton Road near 152nd. When fire crews from Brighton and Hudson arrived it was too late to save the animals.
  (credit: CBS)
  An owner of one of the horses told CBS4 his family is deeply upset by the news.
  Brighton police say there are multiple owners of the barn and it was a boardi
  
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• Rockies Pitcher Chad Bettis Diagnosed With Testicular Cancer

  13-12-2016 21:01
  
  DENVER (AP) — Colorado Rockies right-hander Chad Bettis hopes to be back on the mound for spring training after being diagnosed with testicular cancer.
  Bettis said in a statement that he underwent surgery on Nov. 29 to have a testicle removed after bloodwork revealed an abnormality. Bettis added that doctors are confident the cancer was isolated and hasn’t spread.
  “I was completely caught off guard by my diagnosis, but have subsequently found that the vast majority of cases occ
  
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• Colorado Electors Appeal Ruling That Binds Them To Clinton

  13-12-2016 19:49
  
  DENVER (AP) — Two Colorado electors made a last-ditch effort Tuesday to revive their longshot attempt to deny Donald Trump the presidency, appealing a federal judge’s ruling that they must vote for the presidential ticket that won their state’s popular vote.
  A lawyer for electors Polly Baca and Robert Nemanich filed the appeal to the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals a day after U.S. District Court Wiley Daniel agreed with attorneys representing Colorado and Trump that the electors
  
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• Police Searching For Missing At-Risk Woman

  13-12-2016 19:33
  
  AURORA, Colo. (CBS4) – The Aurora Police Department is looking for Amy Marie Sullivant, an at-risk woman last seen Friday by her caretaker.
  Sullivant is described as wearing a brown sweater, black sweatpants, and black tennis shoes, and is 5’0″ tall, 200 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes,
  She was last seen at 2:50 p.m. Friday in the area of 15200 E. Girard Avenue.
  Police say Sullivant suffers from a developmental disability, and has a history of going missing.
  The
  
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• Denver Area ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ Celebrations

  13-12-2016 19:20
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” blasts into Denver area theaters Friday.
  And a lot of places are ready to celebrate the latest installment in the Star Wars saga with special events.
  (credit: Drafthouse.com)
  The Alamo Drafthouse in Littleton is toasting the new addition to the Star Wars galaxy with a special collectible pint glass. While supplies last, rebel scum seeing the new movie at the Drafthouse will receive a limited edition pint glass with a tick
  
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• Slow Starts Plaguing Broncos Offense

  13-12-2016 18:24
  
  (The Sports Xchange) – No team has fewer first-quarter points than the Denver Broncos, who mustered just 23 points in the opening 15 minutes of games so far this season. Their slow start Sunday — in which they fell behind 10-0 before even gaining a first down — was as predictable as the sunrise.
  They didn’t convert a third down until the third quarter, by which point the Broncos had a streak of 17 consecutive failed third downs dating back to the previous week.
  “It&
  
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• Colorado Approves Another Round Of Pot Research

  13-12-2016 18:18
  
  DENVER (AP) – Marijuana’s effects on nursing mothers and older adults are some of the questions being asked by researchers in another round of pot research funded by the state of Colorado.
  The state Department of Public Health and Environment on Tuesday announced $2.35 million in grant funding for seven marijuana-related research studies.
  The studies include include an examinations of the duration of marijuana concentration in breast milk, and a study of marijuana use by older adults
  
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• Wood Burning Stove Blamed For House Fire

  13-12-2016 18:01
  
  FORT COLLINS, Colo. (CBS4) – Fire investigators in Fort Collins say a wood burning stove was what triggered a house fire early Monday morning.
  (credit: CBS)
  A family of four was inside and managed to get out in time.
  Investigators say excess heat from the stove started the fire in the attic of the two-story home, which is located near the intersection of Cherry Street and College Avenue.
  (credit: CBS)
  Authorities reminded homeowners to always keep a close eye on wood burning stoves an
  
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• Marshall Joins Chief White To Show Support For Dads In Corrections

  13-12-2016 17:31
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall is continuing to make his impact felt in the community following his highly publicized decision to kneel during the national anthem before several Broncos games this season.
  Marshall and two teammates joined Denver Police Chief Robert White at Mile High Station on Monday night to show support to fathers in the correctional system. The appearance follows an hour-long meeting between White and Marshall in September.
  White came away from the
  
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• Artist Forced Out Of Home In Fire Code Sweep Feels He Was Targeted

  13-12-2016 17:04
  
  By Lauren DiSpirito
  DENVER (CBS4) – In the midst of making plans for a fundraiser to benefit the victims of Oakland’s deadly warehouse fire, Luke Thinnes suddenly found himself needing help. He had just lost a friend in the fire and says he was not expecting his own home would become the subject of scrutiny in the wake of the tragedy.
  Last Thursday night, fire inspectors arrived at his building, Glob, adjacent to Rhinoceropolis, at 35th and Brighton Boulevard, shaking structures to t
  
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• Best Places To Take Your Holiday Photos In Denver

  13-12-2016 17:00
  
  By Alaina Brandenburger
  To make your family holiday portrait memorable and unique, try taking it at one of Denver’s many landmarks. Holiday decorations have gone up all over the city, and there are also plenty of areas with stunning views of the metro area’s most well known scenery. If you’re hiring a professional photographer or taking the photos yourself, you can turn any one of Denver’s many landmarks into a holiday portrait that communicates your personality. Capture
  
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• Lionel Richie, Mariah Carey Joining Forces For 2017 Tour

  13-12-2016 16:29
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Get ready to party all night long with Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey.
  The singers announced Monday they are joining forces for the All The Hits Tour, which kicks off in Baltimore on March 15, 2017.
  It will stop at the Pepsi Center in Denver on April 23, 2017.
  Tickets for the 35-date tour, starring Richie with Carey as a special guest, go on sale Saturday.
  (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)
  Both Richie and Carey have a string of hits that remain popular today. Richie
  
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• Kanye West Visits Trump Tower

  13-12-2016 16:06
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A newly blond Kanye West visited Donald Trump on Tuesday, and the two men posed for photos but didn’t say much about their discussion.
  Trump said the two were “just friends” and called the musician a “good man.” The president-elect said they discussed “life.” The two did not answer questions about whether West would perform at the Inauguration.
  West stood silently next to Trump for photos in the lobby of Trump Tower. Asked why he wa
  
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• Latest Forecast: Snow And Arctic Air Coming Back To Denver

  13-12-2016 16:01
  
  By Ashton Altieri
  DENVER (CBS4) – Relatively quiet weather will be found across most of Colorado on Tuesday. Temperatures will be near normal for the middle of December with highs in the lower 40s around Denver. It will be slightly cooler around Fort Collins and Greeley with upper 30s in Weld and Larimer Counties.
  Snow will develop over the mountains Tuesday night into Wednesday. At least 5-10 inches of snow is expected along the I-70 corridor by late Wednesday. It will stay main
  
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• Roby Hopes Luck Continues Against The Patriots

  13-12-2016 15:41
  
  Broncos cornerback Bradley Roby joined CBS4 Broncos analyst Mark Schlereth and CBS4 sports anchor Michael Spencer for Xfinity Monday Live this week.
  CENTENNIAL, Colo. (CBS4) – Bradley Roby and the Broncos are preparing to face Tom Brady and the Patriots on Sunday.
  Roby has a good history against the Pats, in 2014 his first career interception came off of Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, and he added another interception in last season’s AFC Championship game to help preserve a Broncos
  
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• Titans’ Douglas Unapologetic For Cut Block On Harris

  13-12-2016 15:30
  
  (The Sports Xchange) – The Tennessee Titans moved above .500 for the first time all season and for the first time after the month of September since 2011.
  They also stayed tied atop the AFC South with the Houston Texans, and defeated the Super Bowl champion Denver Broncos on Sunday, 13-10.
  But perhaps the biggest topic after Sunday’s game was Harry Douglas’ low cut block on Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. On the ensuing play, cornerback Aqib Talib, who was jawing with Dougl
  
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• Broncos Struggling To Run The Ball

  13-12-2016 15:24
  
  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (The Sports Xchange) – What the Broncos want to do on offense, they cannot.
  They want to establish the run. They want to create a run-pass balance. They want to use the run to set up the play-action.
  But on Sunday in a 13-10 loss at Tennessee, they could do none of the three, leaving the offense one-dimensional and reliant upon the right arm of a quarterback just two weeks removed from a sprained foot.
  Trevor Siemian nearly led the Broncos back from a 13-0 deficit. If not
  
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• Mavericks Bury The Nuggets In Dallas

  13-12-2016 15:17
  
  Denver shot 42.2 percent overall and was impotent outside of Nikola Jokic, who had a team-high 25 points on 10 of 12 shooting.
  
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• Donald Trump Picks Rex Tillerson To Lead State Department

  13-12-2016 15:11
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday he has picked ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson to be secretary of state, calling him “among the most accomplished business leaders and international deal makers in the world.”
  “Rex Tillerson’s career is the embodiment of the American dream. Through hard work, dedication and smart deal making, Rex rose through the ranks to become CEO of ExxonMobil, one of the world’s largest and most respected companies
  
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• Fire Kills At Least 15 Horses

  13-12-2016 15:08
  
  BRIGHTON, Colo. (CBS4) – An early morning fire in Brighton killed at least 15 horses.(credit: Brighton Fire)
  At approximately 1 a.m. on Tuesday a Good Samaritan called 911 about flames at a barn east of Barr Lake along Powhaton Road near 152nd. When fire crews arrived it was too late to save the animals.
  Brighton police say there are multiple owners of the barn and it may have been a boarding stable. Those owners said there were 15 stalls and all were occupied.
  The cause of the fire is not
  
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• Taxpayer Money To Help Revitalize Neighborhood Near Mile High Stadium

  13-12-2016 06:57
  
  By Jeff Todd
  DENVER, Colo. (CBS4) – The federal government says Denver and the Denver Housing Authority have a unique plan to revitalize one neighborhood so they’re putting $30 million of taxpayer money to start the process.
  The city and DHA have been studying what to do with Sun Valley, a small rectangle south of Mile High Stadium and bordered by the South Platte River, Highway 6, and Federal Boulevard.
  (credit: CBS)
  The area right now is densely populated low-income housing and lig
  
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• Business That Had Luxury RVs Stolen Deals With More Crime

  13-12-2016 06:32
  
  By Karen Morfitt
  FREDERICK, Colo. (CBS4) – A Colorado man is accused of stealing nearly $900,000 from the RV dealership where he worked.
  A Weld County grand jury issued an 11-count criminal indictment against 36-year-old Jeffrey Mullins.
  Jeffrey Mullins (credit Weld County Sheriff’s Office)
  According to the indictment, Mullins worked as a sales manager for Transwest Truck Trailer RV of Frederick. He was responsible for setting RV prices.
  An internal audit found evidence that for near
  
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• Cure for weary Booker: Mix in Juwan

  13-12-2016 06:00
  
  It's baffling a team with a good quarterback can have such bad offense.       
  
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