TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2024

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Gabe Evans' Win Boosts GOP in Congress

Republican Gabe Evans won Colorado's 8th Congressional District after Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo conceded Sunday, helping the GOP move towards control of Congress.

The close race, with a narrow 2,596-vote margin, flips the district to Republican control in otherwise blue Colorado. The district spans most of Adams County and parts of Weld and Larimer counties.

The result helped push the GOP closer to majority control of the House. Republicans were reported by one media outlet late Monday to have won the 218 seats they needed for a majority.

Evans expressed gratitude for the win and thanked Caraveo for her service, pledging to fight for a "better direction" for Coloradans.

DIA to Close Bridge Overnights for Construction

Denver International Airport announced that the A-bridge and Ansbacher Hall will close from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m., Monday through Thursday nights, starting Monday, Nov. 11.

This closure, part of an ongoing construction project through late 2025, will convert the Bridge Security Checkpoint area into a secure zone accessible only to screened passengers.

During these hours, travelers heading to Concourse A will need to use the train, as TSA will cease regular staffing at the Bridge Security checkpoint by Dec. 9.

This project, aimed at expanding capacity, will ultimately support DIA's goal of serving 100 million annual passengers by 2027. In the long term, DIA also plans to add up to 100 additional gates to accommodate growing travel demand.

Sting Operation Puts Scammers Behind Bars

A 76-year-old Douglas County woman helped authorities capture two men who scammed her out of over $200,000. The suspects were arrested after a sting operation in May dubbed "Operation I Love Gold."

The elaborate scheme began with a fraudulent iPad message, instructing the woman to buy gold bars for "security." When the scammers requested more, she contacted law enforcement, leading to the men's arrest.

Both suspects pleaded guilty to attempted theft and were sentenced to six years in prison. They're suspected of similar scams and may face deportation back to India after serving their sentences.

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Did your mom ever tell you fruit is healthy? Mine too.

But I guarantee if your mother knew the damage a popular fruit does to your body, joints, and heart… she'd tell you NEVER eat this fruit again. You see, even though this fruit is marketed as being "healthy"… It actually contains a toxic nutrient your body sees as an "enemy."

So, every time you bite into this fruit…

Your immune system flags this "invader"… and unleashes its army of toxin killers. And since this nutrient enters your bloodstream once it's digested…

Your immune system starts attacking even HEALTHY tissue and organs… causing burning in your joints, muscles, and even your heart.

And even if you HATE fruit and veggies… I can 99.9% guarantee you've eaten this fruit in the past week — probably without even knowing it.

Luckily, Dr. Brian Paris recorded a video revealing the deadly truth about this fruit (and four other common foods).

➤ Colorado High Country: Heavy snowfall has raised avalanche risks in backcountry areas. Experts warn skiers to check forecasts and avoid steep, wind-drifted slopes. (More)

➤ Denver: Denver Public Schools may close or restructure 10 schools amid declining enrollment, saving $30 million and impacting nearly 4,000 seats. A board vote is set for Nov. 21. (See Schools)

➤ Loveland: The Capitol Christmas Tree made a stop at The Ranch Events Complex in Loveland on Monday, complete with hot cocoa, crafts, and a Santa visit, during its 4,000-mile journey to the nation's capital. (More)

➤ Northern Front Range: Permits for cutting Christmas trees in Colorado's Arapaho and Roosevelt national forests are available for $20 through Jan. 7. Cutting zones vary by location. (More)

➤ Greeley: Adeo's 2730 @ Adeo housing project broke ground, creating 28 apartments offering round-the-clock support for brain injury patients, with $500,000 left to raise. (More)

➤ Colorado Springs: Voting results for two ballot referendums on recreational marijuana sales remain uncertain as narrow vote margins persist. Additional results are expected on Thursday. (More)

➤ Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic continued his dominant stretch of play by recording a stat line no other player has recorded in NBA history — 37 points, 18 rebounds, and 15 assists. (More)

➤ The Colorado Avalanche offense exploded for six goals to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 6-4, improving the team's record to 7-8 on the season. (Watch Highlights)

➤ The CU Buffaloes moved up three spots in the most recent AP Top 25 college football poll and now sit as the No. 18th-ranked team in the nation. (See Poll)

➤ Speaking of the Buffs, one ESPN analyst speculated that Deion Sanders—Coach Prime—could replace Mike Norvell, coach of the failing Florida State Seminoles, for the 2025 season. (See Details)

➤ Yesterday's Results: NFL | NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW

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➤ Loveland's new $22 million terminal at Northern Colorado Regional Airport drew a crowd of hundreds to its opening, with officials aiming to attract commercial airline service. (More)

➤ The new Hotel Polaris opens Nov. 14 at the U.S. Air Force Academy, offering flight simulators, kid and pet programs, and themed dining near Colorado Springs. (More)

➤ Amazon plans to hire 4,000 seasonal workers in Colorado, offering roles from sorting to shipping with pay starting at $18 per hour and benefits. (More)

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⇒ The WORST fruit to eat if your joints hurt (destroys joint tissue) (Plus, 4 more foods you should avoid like the plague)

➤ After a winter storm canceled Stratton High School's football playoff game, over 80 community volunteers cleared two feet of snow, enabling Sunday's 71-34 win. (See Video)

➤ Colorado's Distillery 291 won top craft whiskey honors at the 2024 Spirits Competition for its Aspen Stave Whiskey. Taluna's Arvada-made pot still whiskey was also a finalist. (More)

➤ Christmas in Color's drive-through light displays return for its seventh year on Nov. 15, with over a million LED lights across three Colorado locations, including Red Rocks. (See Video)

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