Monday, April 16, 2012

Afternoon Headlines: Craig F. Walker of The Denver Post wins Pulitzer Prize for feature photography



Peyton Manning gets first Broncos workout, says "old school" can win
Peyton Manning joined a group of at least 30 teammates on the practice field at Dove Valley today for the first official team workouts since Manning became a Bronco March 20.

Prominent Denver lawyer pulled from Cherry Creek after SUV crash
A man who was rescued from an overturned SUV in Cherry Creek is a well-known Denver attorney.

Denver appeals reduction in suspension of alleged DUI detective
Denver has appealed a hearing officer's decision to reduce a 90-day suspension to 14 for a Denver police detective who was allegedly drunk when he ran his motorcycle into a pole while off duty. Michael Lemmons, 52, lost control of his bike and slid into the pole on 38th Street at Arkins Court at about 1:20 a.m. Feb. 11, 2010.

ACLU: CU-Boulder's 4/20 campus closure thwarts 'right to dissent'
Shutting down the University of Colorado's campus to visitors Friday thwarts the public's right to protest government policy, Mark Silverstein, legal director of the Colorado chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union, said today.


Frontier Airlines to move Houston service to Bush Intercontinental
Frontier Airlines has announced it will shift its Houston operations from William P. Hobby Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport on July 11. "We're confident that Frontier customers will appreciate the convenience and increased flexibility when we move back to Houston's primary airport," Frontier chief executive David Siegel said in a news release.

Colorado launches $130 million broadband project
Colorado officials announced today the launch of a $130 million broadband project that will help provide high-speed Internet access for schools, libraries, healthcare facilities and government offices statewide.

Gallon of gas in Denver 32 cents more than a year ago
Average retail gasoline prices in Denver have risen 2.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.85 cents a gallon on Sunday.


Divided CO Senate approves 'Buy American' bill
A divided Colorado Senate has voted along party lines to approve a bill giving preference in state contracts for American-made products and equipment. The bill passed 20-15 Monday after a short debate.

Two rookie lawmakers nab top delegate spots
Two freshman lawmakers are on their way to the Republican National Convention after a round of voting that stunned seasoned politicos.

Obama raises $53M for campaign, Democrats in March
President Barack Obama raised a combined $53 million for his campaign, the Democratic Party and other campaign funds in March, his campaign said Monday as it prepared to face Mitt Romney and a rejuvenated GOP in the general election.


Brandon Stokley visiting Broncos today
Brandon Stokley, whose Immaculate Deflection reception was one of the most famous catches in Broncos history, is meeting with his former team today. Stokley will turn 36 in June, which would make him the same age as his good friend Peyton Manning, the quarterback Stokley helped recruit to Denver last month.

Broncos part ways with DT Ryan McBean
The Broncos have rescinded their contract tender to Ryan McBean, a move that releases the team's defensive tackle to free agency.

Vonn pays off $1.7M in back taxes
Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn announced through her Facebook page that she has paid the more than $1.7 million she owed in back taxes.

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