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May 07 2026WEATHER

Snowy day snarls Denver airport travel plans

Denver International Airport woke up to a winter surprise this week when more than five inches of snow blanketed the runways overnight. The early morning storm disrupted air travel plans across the board. By midday, over 280 flights were running behind schedule, with another 34 completely scrapped.

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May 04 2026SCIENCE

New Ways to Coat Tiny Fibers for Better Medicine Delivery

Janus nanostructures are tiny materials that have two distinct sides, each able to interact differently with their surroundings. This dual‑surface design lets scientists tweak properties on one side without affecting the other, making these structures useful in many science areas. In medicine, a

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Balancing progress with community needs in Denver’s new sports complex

Denver’s plan for a major sports and entertainment district near Burnham Yard keeps sparking strong reactions. While the Denver Broncos push for a modern complex with stadiums, shops, and green spaces, the area’s history raises tough questions. Long before parking lots and tailgate parks, Indigenous

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May 03 2026OPINION

A governor who opened doors and built a stronger Maine

Janet Mills made history in Maine by becoming the first woman to hold key legal and political roles in the state. Starting as district attorney in three counties, she later served as attorney general, and finally as governor. Each step broke barriers for women in public service, showing young girls

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Stand Up for Free Speech: The Kimmel & Fonda Showdown

Jane Fonda’s First Amendment group stepped in to back Jimmy Kimmel after President Donald Trump demanded that ABC cancel the late‑night host for a joke made last week. The same pressure came from First Lady Melania Trump, who asked the network to “take a stand” against Kimmel. Fonda’s committee bla

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Apr 27 2026WEATHER

Snow Chances in Denver: A Quick Look

Denver folks can expect showers through mid‑May, but the rain is unlikely to solve the long drought. The weather office says any snow that falls this week will probably stay high up in the mountains, not touch city streets. A local meteorologist told reporters that May snow is rare but possibl

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Apr 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Bridging the Skill Gap: A New Path to AI Jobs

Denis Brovarnyy saw a clear problem while working as an engineer and later as a manager: fresh graduates rarely hit the ground running in real teams. He knew that when companies adopt AI, they want people who can contribute immediately, not after months of training. After losing his job, he asked

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Apr 24 2026SPORTS

Who is Denzel Boston? Tracing his journey from Washington to college football

Denzel Boston hails from South Hill, Washington, a region where football isn’t just a sport—it’s a way of life. Born on December 6, 2003, he’s spent most of his life in a tight-knit community that values hard work and athleticism. Unlike many young athletes who chase distant opportunities, Boston ch

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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Lesley University’s New Chapter: A President’s Farewell and Future Plans

Janet Steinmayer, who has led Lesley for seven years, announced she will leave her role in June. She said the decision came after weighing personal goals and the demanding nature of her job, noting that Lesley remains a special institution. During her time at the helm, the university completed a $10

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Apr 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Couples Take the Stage and Stand Their Ground

Janet and Jason Caperna are stepping into the spotlight of season three with a clear message: they will speak up about politics, no matter who watches. They both lean strongly to the left and are ready to defend human rights, minorities, and other causes that matter to them. The couple knows s

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