Colorado wildfires grow by 41 square miles on hot, dry Fourth
Four Colorado wildfires burned across another 41 square miles on the Fourth of July as thousands of people remain displaced.
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PHOTOS: 16th annual Park Hill 4th of July parade in Denver, Colorado, celebrating America’s 250th birthday.
16th annual Park Hill 4th of July parade in Denver, Colorado, celebrating America’s 250th birthday.
Aspen Acres fire grows by 13,000 acres, Bishop Castle still standing
Popular tourist attraction Bishop Castle in Rye is still standing after the Aspen Acres fire burned close to the structure, officials said
How Phil Weiser connected with voters to defeat Michael Bennet in the Democratic primary for governor
Attorney General Phil Weiser defeated U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet by 13 percentage points amid anti-incumbent sentiment among Colorado voters. Here’s how he won.
Today in History: July 4, Declaration of Independence adopted by Second Continental Congress
The Declaration of Independence was adopted by delegates to the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
Aspen Acres fire challenges firefighters as flames consume 28 square miles in hours
Thousands of Coloradans are still displaced by wildfires burning across the state, with the Aspen Acres fire in Pueblo County roaring across 28 square miles in less than a day, making it the eighth largest wildfire in Colorado history.
Man drowns in Chatfield Reservoir after inflatable tube overturns
William “Sonny” Macaluso, 48, drowned in Chatfield Reservoir on Thursday after an inflatable tube carrying him and three children overturned, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said.
Fourth of July fireworks will further pollute Colorado’s smoke-filled air, experts say
When Fourth of July fireworks burst this weekend, they’ll contribute to Colorado’s already poor air quality, adding smoke, soot and toxic chemicals to a sky fouled by wildfire smoke.
Aspen Acres fire roars across 27 square miles in less than a day, now 8th largest in Colorado history
The Aspen Acres fire burning in southern Colorado raced across more than 27 square miles overnight, forcing evacuations and making it the eighth largest wildfire in state history.
Extreme heat bears down as America 250 celebrations ramp up. Trump heads to Mount Rushmore
By STEVEN SLOAN and STEVE PEOPLES WASHINGTON (AP) — Festivities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence ramped up across the United States on Friday as demonstrations of national pride — and hints of political polarization — were balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country baked under extreme heat. President Donald […]