Beauty pageants have discovered that one surefire way of getting publicity is to have a judge ask a contestant about marijuana — and then wait for her to say something dopey, as it were. In December, Miss Universe talked pot in an amusing way that made headlines. And now, Miss…
Spotted this weekend at around Colorado Boulevard and 50th: a billboard boldly declaring, “Police roll doobie.” Do they? The sign doesn’t exactly constitute definitive proof, no matter how large the letters. But those who see the message may have a different reaction next time they’re watching a cop show and…
When Secretary of State Scott Gessler needs legal help, the office of Attorney General John Suthers typically represents him. But in the case of ethics and criminal investigations into Gessler’s alleged misuse of public funds, Suthers has stayed out of it due to a potential conflict-of-interest. Suthers is, however, weighing…
His doctors have told Darrell Havens that surgery could help relieve his deteriorating condition, but the wheelchair-bound inmate’s keepers in the Colorado Department of Corrections aren’t exactly eager to okay the operation — or to release him to seek care on his own. Havens, who was left a quadriplegic by…
Denver blogs want what’s best for you. Big Media’s Jason Salzman on KVOR host and ex-GOP candidate Jeff Crank getting grossed out by gay New Year’s Eve kisses on CNN. Free Range Longmont’s Michael Bellmont gives the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission an F on health…and listening. Square State’s…
Last March, we followed the story of Matt Hefferon, who was allegedly shoved by Fort Collins police without provocation — an incident caught on video. See the clip and our previous coverage below. Nonetheless, Hefferon has been convicted on two counts in what his attorney calls a major miscarriage of…
Comments continue to pile up on our posts about Project SAM, a Patrick Kennedy-led organization that opposes marijuana legalization. Among the latest finds a reader hyping a White House petition encouraging liquor stores to switch from booze to pot. At this writing, it’s got nine signatures; look below to find…
Since the tragic Sandy Hook Elementary school shooting, lawmakers across the country have been debating what policy solutions could help reduce the risk of a devastating massacre in the future. In Colorado, some Democratic legislators have proposed tighter restrictions on access to guns. But a few have a different idea…
If you haven’t visited Etsy yet, you’re missing one of the most intriguing online marketplaces on the web — a site at which the crafty and entrepreneurial among us share products and items often of their own creation. For a sample, peruse the following ten pieces of clothing, art and…
The Broncos’ loss to the Ravens on Saturday was agonizing, and not just because we (like pretty much everyone else) inaccurately predicted an easy Denver win. But let’s put things in perspective, shall we? In our opinion, there have been five Broncos playoff defeats that were even worse. Make yourself…
After the Broncos’ shocking and humiliating loss to the Ravens in Saturday’s AFC playoff game, plenty of Baltimore fans and Peyton Manning haters expressed their glee on social media. But arguably the most improbable celebrant was Denver-based preacher Peter Tebow, whose brother Tim led the Broncos to a post-season win…
Now and then, companies send us medical marijuana-related products ranging from vaporizers to board games to books. We showcase them in our quasi-regular product review section, Stoner MacGyver. The latest? The Embur cordless ceramic lighter…
This week in print, we take an in-depth look at Secretary of State Scott Gessler, who has faced ongoing accusations of suppressing voters. We published the story the same day that Republican lawmakers at the start of the new legislative session put forth a bill they crafted with Gessler that…
Denver blog posts understand and respect you. The Ralphie Report’s Parker Baruh details the CU Buffs’ victory over USC for its first Pac-12 victory of the season. But is the team ready to take on the UCLA Bruins tomorrow afternoon. The Redheaded Slut on the princess and her bodyguard. Denver…
Last week, we reported that a flash-mob protest at FlatIron Crossing in Broomfield quickly turned confrontational, resulting in five arrests. Organizers of the First Nations protest, which plans another rally tonight, are questioning why cops intervened, given that the mall has been the site of many peaceful flash mobs in…
The Schmuck of the Week Board of Directors at Westword want to make one thing clear: We don’t recommend that you shoot anyone. And we really, really, really advise against doing so when one of your family members is in the line of fire — which appears to be what…
As the Broncos and the Ravens gear up to face off this Saturday, trying to extend their seasons at least one more game, one illustrious player faces what is possibly the final game of his career. After this season’s playoffs, Ray Lewis says he’ll put down the pads for good…
Update: In a post yesterday about ski area deaths thus far in the 2012-13 season (see it below), we noted that resorts have established rules to determine whether or not fatal accidents count toward the total. As evidence, note that Colorado Ski Country USA disagrees with the claim that three…
This morning, Judge William Sylvester granted a defense motion to continue the arraignment of alleged Aurora theater shooter James Holmes until the week of March 12. But just after the brief hearing was adjourned, a man later identified as Steve Hernandez, father of victim Rebecca Wingo, who died in the…
Our post about the showdown between Amendment 64 proponent Mason Tvert and ex-Congressman Patrick Kennedy, whose new outfit, Project SAM, opposes marijuana legalization, attracted comments noting the Kennedy clan’s past dealings in the alcohol business. Here’s one reader who clearly prefers one product over the other…
In March, Rocky Mountain Miracles owner Ali Hillery was hit with felony charges over alleged discrepancies in the Colorado Springs dispensary’s plant count. She was cleared of these charges last month, and her attorney, Sean McAllister, issued a motion calling for material seized by authorities to be returned by Monday…
The Aurora Century 16, where James Holmes allegedly killed twelve and injured seventy, is slated to reopen next Thursday, January 17. But the attempts by Century 16 owner Cinemark to move on haven’t stopped the shooting-related lawsuits against the firm that have appeared regularly over the past six months. The…
