Morning headlines from DenverPost.com

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Today's Front Page News

One hit launched DU's Jesse Martin on an extroardinary course
Lying on the ice in Grand Forks, N.D., unable to move his limbs, University of Denver center Jesse Martin pondered his future, and was horrified. The Pioneers' senior assistant captain didn't yet know that he had suffered three fractures to his C2 neck vertebra, an injury that can cause death or, short of that, paralysis, ventilator dependence and a markedly shortened life.  

• Washington routs CU 52-24 as road woes continue
• 24 arrested in Occupy Denver clashes with police
• All U.S. troops reportedly will leave Iraq by year's end
• Colorado driving school grads ordered to retake tests
• Griego: Connection between poverty and pregnancy is as haunting as it is daunting

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Today's Business

Colorado's cattle industry hobbled by parched conditions
The effects of a devastating drought in the southern plains are rippling through Colorado's cattle industry, forcing ranchers to make tough decisions about the future of their herds.  

• United Launch Alliance shoots for higher profile
• Parker: Aurora and its mayor feel the love at awards fete
• Arrow Electronics thrives as a solid bridge between suppliers and consumers
• GE radiates confidence with plans for solar-panel plant in Aurora

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Today's Sports Headlines

Rangers finish off Tigers, ride into Series again
Nelson Cruz and the Texas Rangers are headed to their second straight World Series, finishing off the Detroit Tigers with a huge offensive burst to become the American League's first repeat champion in a decade.  

• Denver Post readers laud Tim Tebow as source for inspiration but remain cautious
• NFL teams, including Broncos, weighing options in trying to get Luck-y
• One hit launched DU's Jesse Martin on an extroardinary course
• DU rallies but falls short vs. No. 8 BU
• Woody Paige: Blowout at Green Bay aside, Denver Broncos defense OK