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May 26 2026LIFESTYLE

When do bars really close? It depends on where you are

Colorado has a funny way of letting some towns stretch the rules on alcohol sales—especially when it comes to late-night partying. Glendale, a tiny city sandwiched between Denver and Aurora, lets bars serve drinks until 4 a. m. , while Denver itself is stuck at 2 a. m. under state law. The secret? A

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May 23 2026FINANCE

Colorado drivers tighten belts as gas prices climb

Colorado motorists are feeling the squeeze at the pump, with regular gas now averaging $4. 76 per gallon. That’s just three cents shy of the point where many say they’ll have to start cutting back elsewhere. A recent survey of over 3, 000 people found that four out of five drivers already feel stres

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May 23 2026HEALTH

Door Knocking Fights Fake News in Congo Ebola Fight

Teams walk Congo streets daily, but not to sell anything. They knock on doors to clear up dangerous myths about Ebola. The effort focuses on Mongbwalu, a town caught in the middle of the outbreak. Health workers explain simple safety steps and when to reach out for help. Some locals listen and chang

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May 21 2026HEALTH

Water‑Jet Surgery Helps Men With Painful Prostate Problems

Men who suffer from a painful prostate condition called chronic prostatitis or chronic pelvic pain syndrome often also have an enlarged prostate, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. The enlargement can block the flow of urine and worsen pain or discomfort that has lasted at least three months. Tr

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May 20 2026POLITICS

Colorado’s Big Education Funding Vote: What You Need to Know About Tax Caps and Schools

Colorado is about to let voters weigh in on a big change to how much money the state can spend on schools. Right now, strict tax rules called TABOR set a hard limit on state revenue, making it tough to fund public education as costs rise. A new proposal would let the state keep a little extra cash—e

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May 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Stay Safe and Smart This Summer in Colorado’s Wild Places

Colorado’s summer rush is on, with trails filling up and lakes buzzing with boats and paddlers. But the state’s wild beauty comes with real risks. Sudden storms can roll in while you’re miles from help. Rivers fed by melting snow stay dangerously cold even in July. And every year, lives are lost bec

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May 14 2026SPORTS

A Playful Pitch: Why Some Sports Traditions Miss the Mark

Teams that play video‑game sounds when a penalty ends and fans who sing the same pop hit at every game can feel like a joke to outsiders. In hockey, for example, the Penguins and Sabres have been heard blasting a “1‑up” chime from Super Mario whenever a player comes out of the box. The idea is to

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May 08 2026POLITICS

Data Centers: Colorado’s New Chance to Grow

Colorado is facing a budget crunch and needs fresh investment. A new bill proposes giving state sales‑tax breaks to companies that build data centers, hoping the tech giant’s money will come back into local communities. Data centers are essential for cloud computing, gaming and online services

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May 04 2026EDUCATION

Colorado’s School Funding Plan: Big Numbers, Small Impact?

Colorado plans to give K-12 schools nearly $195 million more next year, but that might not go as far as it seems. Lawmakers agreed to boost per-student funding by $440, bringing the total to over $12, 000 per child. Still, many rural schools worry the increase won’t cover rising costs or plug budget

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May 04 2026HEALTH

How Biology and Lifestyle Shape Cancer Risks Differently in Men and Women

Men and women don’t always fight urologic cancers the same way. Studies show men face higher chances of getting these cancers and worse outcomes when they do. Why? It’s not just about behavior or habits—deep biological factors play a big role. Hormones like testosterone and estrogen don’t just affe

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