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• Early Winter Vacation Might Not Be Fun For Some Students

  20-12-2016 23:57
  
  By Kathy Walsh
  DENVER (CBS4) – Students in three Denver Public Schools are getting two extra days of winter vacation. But dozens of students don’t feel good about it.
  At least 30 students on the Cole campus are sick with the highly-contagious stomach bug, norovirus.
  (credit: CBS)
  “On Friday of last week, we had three kids who didn’t feel well,” said Will Jones, spokesman for Denver Public Schools.
  By Monday, up to 30 additional students were complaining of vomiting
  
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• Early Winter Break For Schools With Stomach Bug Outbreak

  20-12-2016 23:57
  
  By Kathy Walsh
  DENVER (CBS4) – Students in three Denver Public Schools are getting two extra days of winter vacation. But dozens of students don’t feel good about it.
  At least 30 students on the Cole campus are sick with the highly-contagious stomach bug, norovirus.
  (credit: CBS)
  “On Friday of last week, we had three kids who didn’t feel well,” said Will Jones, spokesman for Denver Public Schools.
  By Monday, up to 30 additional students were complaining of vomiting
  
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• Youth Corrections Worker Charged With Sex Assault On A Child

  20-12-2016 23:42
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – A corrections worker at the Gilliam Youth Detention Center has been charged with sexual assault on a child.
  Investigators say Armando Torres, 25, had sexual contact with two juvenile females at the center.
  Torres has been released from custody on a $50,000 bond. He is scheduled to appear in court in January 2017.
  Torres has been placed on leave.
  
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• 2 Charged In Deadly Home Invasion

  20-12-2016 23:19
  
  ADAMS COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) – Two men have been charged in connection with a deadly home invasion.
  Ronnie Williams and Corey Carroll, both of Limon, have been charged with first-degree murder, aggravated robbery and crime of violence in the shooting death of Steven Kent last week. They appeared before a judge on Tuesday.
  Corey Taylor Carroll and Ronnie Williams (credit: Adams County)
  Kent, 55, was shot and killed at his home at 16400 Tucson Street near Highway 7 in unincorporated Adams Coun
  
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• Undersheriff Arrested, Accused Of Violating State Wildlife Laws

  20-12-2016 21:52
  
  COSTILLA COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)– Costilla County Undersheriff Andrew Espinoza has been accused of violating state wildlife laws.
  According to arrest documents, police pulled over a vehicle with several deer inside. Those deer had been illegally shot and killed.Those in the vehicle reportedly told officers they had been hunting with Espinoza. That’s when investigators went undercover to see what was happening.According to investigators, Espinoza operates a business called A&A Outfit
  
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• Tougher DUI Law In Colorado Boosting Prison Populations

  20-12-2016 21:14
  
  DENVER (AP) — A new get-tough DUI law in Colorado is reversing a decline in prisons populations. That’s according to state economists who project Colorado’s spending obligations.
  The 2015 law allows district attorneys to pursue felony cases, not just misdemeanors, against people accused of drunk driving. The law prompted more than 1,100 new felony DUI cases filed in state courts in its first year.
  Economists say the DUI change could help boost prison populations by about 448 pe
  
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• 9 Non-Fiction Books To Give As Presents This Year

  20-12-2016 21:11
  
  Finding great gifts for everyone on your list can be as simple as stopping by your nearest bookstore. From music lovers and to aspiring entrepreneurs, to science buffs and movie-goers, these bestsellers from our sister company, Simon & Schuster, are sure to make it to the top of many holiday wish lists this year.
  Photo Courtesy of Simon & Schuster
  Born To Run
  by Bruce Springsteen
  For seven years, Bruce Springsteen devoted himself to writing his memoir, Born to Run. Now, fans of the Boss
  
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• 2 Wanted In Mini Mart Robbery

  20-12-2016 21:09
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– Police in Denver hope someone recognizes two men wanted in a convenience store robbery.
  Police say the men walked into the Mini Mart at 2960 S. Federal Blvd. about 8 a.m. on Nov. 4 and robbed the store.
  They were last seen running away from the store.
  Both suspects are described as Hispanic males approximately 18-21 years old.
  Anyone with information regarding these crimes or recognizes the suspect in the sketch is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867). You
  
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• ‘Angel Of Charity’ Subject Of Canonization

  20-12-2016 20:32
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– A woman who lived her life giving to others and was known as the Angel of Charity has been submitted into the process for sainthood.Julia Greeley lived in Denver in the late 1800s and was known as the Angel of Charity. She spent her life handing out clothes and food to families in need. Julia Greeley (credit: CBS)
  Over the weekend, the Denver Catholic Archdiocese held a special mass where the church opened the cause of her canonization.The Catholic Church typically requires
  
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• Judge sides with DPD union over use...

  20-12-2016 19:58
  
  The union representing most DPD officers is celebrating a court victory over the use of body cameras.       
  
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• Staged reading aims to spread hope

  20-12-2016 19:36
  
  We're not theater critics here on Next, but we respect a passion project when we see one. Thirteen is a series of monologues based on the experiences of 13 students who were inside Arapahoe High School on December 13, 2013 - when a student walked into Arapahoe and killed a classmate.       
  
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• Movie filming brinks record tax revenue

  20-12-2016 19:24
  
  A small Colorado town broke its sales tax revenue records thanks to the filming of a movie starring Robert Redford and Jane Fonda.       
  
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• Broncos DeMarcus Ware Dresses Up As Santa Claus

  20-12-2016 19:13
  
  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4)– Denver Broncos linebacker DeMarcus Ware spread some holiday cheer by donning a Santa Claus costume and visiting kids from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Denver.
  Ware surprised everyone inside the Pat Bowlen fieldhouse at Denver Broncos Headquarters.
  (credit: Denver Broncos)
  Not everyone was on the nice list and those who were on the naughty list got quite a surprise.
  (credit: Denver Broncos)
  “I just want to see if you’ve been naughty or nice. I&rsquo
  
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• CO, UT and NV team up on electric cars

  20-12-2016 18:58
  
  Colorado, Utah and Nevada are teaming up to build an electric vehicle charging network to make it easier for them to travel long distances.       
  
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• Norovirus Closes 3 DPS Schools, Students To Return After Winter Break

  20-12-2016 18:32
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– Three schools in Denver Public Schools were closed for two days, Tuesday and Wednesday, because of Norovirus. Students won’t return to class until Jan. 2017, after winter break.
  Three different schools located at 1350 E. 33rd Avenue, were closed on Tuesday, Denver School of Science and Technology Cole Middle School, DSST Cole High School and the Cole Arts and Sciences Academy.
  On Friday, some students complained they were not feeling well and on Monday, 25-30 students
  
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• ‘Frustrating For Us’: Ray Talks About AFC Playoff Race

  20-12-2016 17:24
  
  By Michael Spencer
  DENVER (CBS4)– Broncos linebacker Shane Ray kicked off his “Shane’s Shoes” campaign when he joined CBS4 Broncos analyst Mark Schlereth and CBS4 Sports anchor Michael Spencer at the ViewHouse Centennial Monday night for Xfinity Monday Live .
  Shane’s Shoes is the first charity event for Ray’s “Rays Awareness” foundation. He asked fans to donate a pair of new or lightly used shoes to go to those in need.
  “I had people back in
  
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• 5 technology trends predictions for 2017

  20-12-2016 17:17
  
  Technology touches all parts of our lives — from accessing your desktop anywhere to ordering laundry detergent through Amazon Dash buttons.       
  
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• Apartment complex sells for $70 million

  20-12-2016 17:11
  
  A 258-unit apartment complex in south Denver called Helios has sold to a New York-based firm for $70 million, according to public records.       
  
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• Top 5 NBA Plays Of 2016

  20-12-2016 17:10
  
  By Rahul Lal
  This year has been one of the most memorable in NBA history. Legends like Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett retired in 2016. LeBron brought a championship home to Cleveland. And the first unanimous MVP, Steph Curry, recruited former MVP Kevin Durant to join him in The Bay Area.
  Oh yeah, and some pretty amazing basketball gave us plenty of highlights. Here are the top five NBA plays of 2016 and why they matter.
  5. 2016 NBA Slam Dunk Contest
  Okay, okay. I know this i
  
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• New intellectual-property badge for girl

  20-12-2016 17:05
  
  Today’s Colorado Girl Scouts are inventors, product designers, entrepreneurs and social innovators.       
  
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• Best Bars In Denver To Ring In 2017

  20-12-2016 17:00
  
  By Deborah Flomberg
  Now that the holiday season is in full swing, it’s time to start making your plans to celebrate the arrival of 2017! There are so many different choices for you and your sweetie this year, from massive parties at all the big venues in town to smaller, more low-key offerings at all your local watering holes. If you’re looking for some new fun this New Year’s Eve, here are five local bars all ready to provide you a fun and memorable holiday. Remember, plan ah
  
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• Top 10: Careers most in demand

  20-12-2016 16:59
  
  Colorado employers are adding a lot of new jobs these days. But which ones are most in demand?       
  
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• Frontier Passengers Stranded At DIA, Bags MIA

  20-12-2016 16:56
  
  By Dillon Thomas
  DENVER (CBS4)– Three days after a snow storm allegedly caused Frontier Airlines to cancel, or delay, hundreds of flights, some passengers said they were still stranded at Denver International Airport.
  “I talked to a pilot personally, and she said she has never seen this in her 15 years,” said Pearce Town, a Frontier passenger.
  (credit: CBS)
  Town flew in to Denver Friday night, where his problems with the airline first started.
  “We got in at 10 [at night,]
  
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• Ideas to reduce holiday waste

  20-12-2016 16:54
  
  During the holidays Americans generate roughly 1,000 pounds of waste per household.        
  
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• Water Main Break Slows Down Morning Commute

  20-12-2016 16:38
  
  DENVER (CBS4)– Repairs have been made to a broke water main but delays remain in the area of Mississippi Avenue and Santa Fe Drive on Tuesday morning.The 12-inch water main was repaired before 6 a.m. Tuesday but South Sheridan Boulevard will remain closed between West Arizona Avenue and West Mississippi Avenue until 2 p.m. while crews clean the area and repave the damaged road. (credit: CBS)
  Denver Water said the break occurred because of a failure on a weak section of the pipe which was o
  
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• 2017 Will Be An Immersive Year

  20-12-2016 15:53
  
  TaRhonda Thomas sat down with 9NEWS technology expert Scott Yates to talk about how virtual reality will start to change business in 2017.       
  
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• Latest Forecast: Westerly Winds Allow For A Big Warmup

  20-12-2016 15:48
  
  By Ashton Altieri
  DENVER (CBS4) – Winds descending the east side of the mountains on Tuesday will push temperatures into the upper 50s in Denver area. And some neighborhoods near the foothills will likely reach at least 60°. We can call it a 50 degree warm up from where we were over the weekend.
  Fort Collins, Loveland, and Greeley will stay noticeably cooler than Denver and Boulder again as colder air struggles to be scoured out of those areas. But it will still be warmer than Mon
  
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• Denver Beats Arkansas-Pine Bluff For Fourth Straight Win

  20-12-2016 15:44
  
  DENVER (AP) — Daniel Amigo scored 19 points and pulled down eight rebounds to lead Denver to a 74-52 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Monday night.
  Amigo finished 5 of 8 from the field and 9 of 12 at the line. Thomas Neff hit a career-high six 3-pointers to total 18 points for the Pioneers (7-5), who have won four consecutive games.
  Ghiavonni Robinson led Arkansas-Pine Bluff (1-12) with 12 points. The Lions have lost 11 straight, the last six of which have come by double figures.
  The Lions
  
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• Brown Hits Game Winner, Loyola Marymount Wins 4th Straight

  20-12-2016 15:43
  
  FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) — Brandon Brown scored 22 points and drilled the game-winning 3-pointer with one second left and Loyola Marymount rallied from a double-digit deficit to beat Colorado State 69-66 on Monday night.
  The Rams led 56-46 after a Che Bob layup with 9:04 to go. Loyola Marymount chipped away however, tying the score at 62 on a Brown jumper with 3:55 remaining.
  The Lions held a two-point lead when Bob tied the score for the final time with 31 seconds left, setting up Brown&r
  
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• Colorado Man Sentenced For Threats Made Against NY College

  20-12-2016 15:41
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A Colorado man has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for threatening to attack faculty, staff and police officers at a western New York college.
  The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Buffalo says 32-year-old Benjamin Bolton of the Denver suburb of Glendale was sentenced Monday to 30 months in federal prison. Bolton pleaded guilty in September to making numerous telephone threats to the faculty, staff and security personnel Buffalo State College.
  Prosecutors
  
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• Broncos Play Down Offensive Vs. Defensive Rift

  20-12-2016 15:32
  
  ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos downplayed any disharmony in their locker room that erupted following their 16-3 loss to New England that left them precariously close to missing the playoffs a year after winning it all.
  Cornerback Aqib Talib objected when left tackle Russell Okung rose to speak after coach Gary Kubiak asked if anyone wanted to address the team in the locker room after the loss.
  That started a shouting match between defensive players who had held Tom Brady in che
  
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• Rebounds Help Buffs Beat Air Force 75-68

  20-12-2016 15:29
  
  Xavier Johnson posted 14 points and six rebounds to help Colorado beat Air Force 75-68 on Monday night at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, Colo.
  
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• Jokic Ties Career High, Nuggets Beat Mavericks 117-107

  20-12-2016 15:25
  
  The Denver Nuggets map out what uniforms they wear for each game before the season, but after their successful homestand, they might stick with the bleach white shirts for a while.
  
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• Colorado Woman, Brother Donate $10 Million To Lynching Victims Memorial

  20-12-2016 08:43
  
  KALAMAZOO, Mich. (AP) – The children of a late Michigan businessman are donating $10 million to help build a memorial and museum in Alabama dedicated to black lynching victims.
  Philanthropists Jon and Pat Stryker have each given $5 million toward the Equal Justice Initiative’s $35 million campaign to build The Memorial to Peace and Justice. The group says the memorial honors the 4,075 black people killed by lynching nationwide from 1877 to 1950.
  Jon Stryker, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, a
  
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• Body Found Under Iowa Bridge ID’d As That Of Colorado Man

  20-12-2016 08:01
  
  FREMONT COUNTY, Iowa (AP) – Authorities have released the name of a Colorado man whose body was discovered under a highway bridge in southwest Iowa.
  The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office identified the man as 39-year-old Larry Burns II, of Lamar, Colorado. The Sheriff’s Office says Burns fell from the shoulder of the U.S. Highway 2 bridge while walking in the Waubonsie Access Wildlife Management Area. His body was found by hunters on Dec. 11.
  The Sheriff’s Office says an au
  
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• Students Believe Program Makes Colorado Feel Like Home

  20-12-2016 06:00
  
  CBS4 News is featuring a special series of reports this holiday season called the 12 Days of Christmas. The following story is written by CBS4’s Andrea Flores.
  BOULDER, Colo. (CBS4) – A Boulder County nonprofit is tearing down walls, and building bridges, for Colorado’s immigrant population.
  Many students in Boulder are going back to school, but not for a GED, high school, or college diploma. They’re part of Intercambio Uniting Communities, a nonprofit offering Engli
  
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• Broncos playoff prospects complicated

  20-12-2016 05:56
  
  The slump has led the Denver Broncos into playoff scenario confusion.       
  
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• Denver WIll Now Require All Single-Stall Restrooms To Be Gender Neutral

  20-12-2016 05:50
  
  By Melissa Garcia
  DENVER, Colo. (CBS4) – An amendment to the City and County of Denver building codes will require all buildings to make single-stall restrooms gender neutral.
  The city council passed the amendment unanimously Monday night.
  (credit: CBS)
  Supporters of the new rule include not only members of the transgender community, but also businesses, families, and caregivers.
  Within a year, all around the city and county, gender-specific signs on single-stall restrooms will be a thing
  
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• Watch Xfinity Monday Live With Broncos LB Shane Ray

  20-12-2016 04:45
  
  See video from Monday night's CBS4 Sports show!
  
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• Merriam-Webster Names 2016 Word Of The Year

  20-12-2016 03:49
  
  (CBS) – It’s been an odd year, and the new Merriam-Webster Word of the Year certainly reflects that.
  “Surreal” was the winner for this year’s honor. The company said in a statement the word is “often looked up spontaneously in moments of both tragedy and surprise, whether or not it is used in speech or writing.”
  KAREN BLEIER/AFP/Getty Images)
  The dictionary company says via CBS News three distinct events led to an uptick in the word’s popularity: T
  
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• Frontier Operations Getting Back To Normal, Backlash Remains

  20-12-2016 02:00
  
  DENVER (CBS4) – Days after nearly nine inches of snow fell at Denver International Airport and hundreds of flights were canceled, dozens of bags remained unclaimed by Frontier Airlines customers.
  By Monday evening, things were starting to get normal for operations for Frontier.
  On Monday afternoon, about three dozen passengers remained at the Frontier baggage service center and dozens of bags remained unclaimed at DIA.
  “They just said they were overwhelmed with calls and they wouldn&
  
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