MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Good morning! On this date in 1939, American minimalist composer Tom Johnson was born in Greeley. His works include An Hour for Piano, The Four Note Opera, and Nine Bells.

Trump has tapped a Colorado-based CEO for Energy Secretary. Learn more in our Top Stories.

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Trump Picks Colorado CEO as Energy Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump plans to nominate Chris Wright to lead the Department of Energy.

The Liberty Energy CEO, who founded the Colorado-based fracking company and has contributed significantly to Trump's campaign, also serves on the board of a Silicon Valley nuclear reactor startup.

If confirmed by the Senate, Wright would oversee the nation's energy supplies, nuclear power, and 17 national laboratories while joining Trump's new Council of National Energy.

Environmental groups have criticized the choice, citing Wright's statement that "there is no climate crisis," while Republican leaders praised the MIT graduate's experience in the energy sector and role in the U.S. fracking boom.

Polis Backs RFK for Cabinet Role

Gov. Jared Polis expressed support for President-elect Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services Secretary, citing Kennedy's positions on lowering drug prices and challenging pharmaceutical companies.

His comments drew criticism from Democrats due to Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance and health theories, which they deemed controversial.

Polis later clarified his commitment to vaccines and science-based health policy but acknowledged potential policy alignment in areas like FDA reform.

Kennedy thanked Polis for his support, signaling a willingness to collaborate on shared priorities.

I-25 Southbound Express Lane Closing for 2 Years

The southbound I-25 express lane between Johnstown and Berthoud will be closed from Nov. 22 through 2027.

During this closure, traffic will shift to northbound lanes, with a head-to-head configuration between Highway 60 and Highway 56.

This closure is part of the I-25 North Express Lane Project, which includes concrete paving in both directions, reconstructing the Weld County Road 34 interchange, and adding new 12-foot express lanes.

Drivers can expect 10-15 minute delays and should follow posted detours during construction.

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➤ Denver: Gov. Jared Polis has unveiled plans for a pedestrian walkway connecting the Capitol and Veterans Memorial Park to celebrate the state's 150th anniversary. (See Details)

➤ Colorado Springs: Special forces dedicated a $55 million Special Operations Command North headquarters on Friday. The base will focus on Arctic readiness in response to escalating threats from Russia and China. (More)

➤ Southwest Colorado: Durango has installed its first local weather radar, improving accuracy after the previous radar system left much of the area without coverage. (More)

➤ A weak La Niña is predicted this winter, with Colorado's Eastern Plains and central areas seeing above-average snow. The Front Range and southwest regions are likely to get less. (More)

➤ Denver International Airport: A Southwest Airlines flight was evacuated after a cell phone battery caught a seat on fire and injured two. Passengers were placed on another aircraft and were safely flown to Houston. (More)

➤ Grand Junction: A family is suing McDonald's after Silas Mayes, 11, contracted E. coli, requiring hospitalization. The outbreak has sickened 104 nationwide. (More)

➤ The Denver Broncos won 38-6 against the Falcons, with Bo Nix making history as the second rookie to throw for 200+ yards in four straight home games. (More)

➤ Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic missed Saturday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans for personal reasons. (More)

➤ The Colorado Buffaloes blew out Utah 49-24 on Saturday. (Watch Highlights)

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➤ Colorado resort towns face declining lodging occupancy and revenue, with inflation, shifting tourism, and regulations shaping a cautious outlook for the end of the year. (More)

➤ Denver-area home sales rose in October, with over half of sellers offering concessions averaging $8,760, while median prices remained steady at $625,000 despite high mortgage rates. (More)

➤ A Pueblo cannabis company, Bee's Knees, will pay a $225K settlement for misrepresenting products and failing to verify customer ages. Fines may increase. (More)

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➤ A Highlands Ranch dancer is set to fulfill her lifelong dream of becoming a Rockette, performing in the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. (More)

➤ Jefferson, Arapahoe, and Douglas counties lead Colorado in Cybertruck registrations, with hundreds now on the road. (More)

➤ Colorado's winter festival lineup includes ice carving, parades, and ice climbing events, such as Frozen Dead Guy Days and the Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival. (More)

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