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CU Boulder Student Killed, Another Critically Wounded
World
— Nov 1, 2026
A 19-year-old CU Boulder student was killed and another critically injured at a Halloween house party on University Hill, Boulder’s first homicide of 2026.
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Suspect arrested in fatal CU Boulder Halloween shooting
World
— Nov 2, 2026
An 18-year-old, Omar Perez, was arrested on suspicion of murder and other charges after a Halloween party shooting in Boulder killed a 19-year-old CU Boulder student and critically injured another. Police say the shooting followed an attempted forced entry after officers had dispersed most partygoers, and they believe Perez was the only shooter, though others may still face charges.
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Boulder Firebomber Pleads Guilty to Federal Hate Crime Charges
World
— Oct 29, 2026
Mohamed Soliman pleaded guilty to 12 federal charges, nine of them hate crimes, for the June 2025 Boulder firebombing that killed 82-year-old Karen Diamond.
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Sundance Announces Legacy Films for Boulder Debut
Christopher Nolan
— Oct 28, 2026
The 2027 Sundance Film Festival has announced its first Legacy lineup for its debut in Boulder, featuring restored and anniversary screenings of films including “Y tu mamá también,” “Nitrate Kisses” and “Better Luck Tomorrow.” The Letterboxd co-presented program will also include a discussion-oriented screening of Christopher Nolan’s “Memento.”
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Democrat Pushes GOP Leadership To Renew Warrantless Spying Before His Party Takes Power
Nicole Silverio · 3 min · 48m
Sundance Set for Boulder Debut After 45 Years
Entertainment
— Oct 15, 2026
The Sundance Film Festival is moving from Park City to Boulder in 2027 after outgrowing its longtime Utah home, where festival crowds strained lodging and the relationship with the ski town. Boulder is preparing for the event with a dedicated short-term rental licensing program, though local hosts say competition for festival guests is already intensifying.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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US Towns Reassess Short-Term Rental Rules
Business
— Nov 2, 2026
Communities are reconsidering short-term rental rules: Boulder will temporarily allow residents to rent homes during the Sundance Film Festival to accommodate visitors, while officials elsewhere weigh rentals’ economic benefits against housing shortages, affordability concerns and added costs for owners. Other towns are gathering public input on possible regulations, reflecting the challenge of balancing tourism with year-round housing needs.
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CU Boulder Program Keeps 50,000 Containers From Landfills
Politics
— Oct 19, 2026
Boulder’s mayoral debate put housing, homelessness, public safety and city spending at the center of the campaign, while the city’s contentious RTD board race is unfolding amid budget pressures, possible service cuts and declining ridership. The contests carry added regional stakes as voters also weigh expanded Front Range passenger rail.
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Candidates vie for local council seats nationwide
Politics
— Oct 28, 2026
Local elections feature contests for city and town council seats, including races in Louisville, Chester and Goshen, while Boulder candidates are answering questions on affordability, climate and wildfire resilience. Louisville incumbent Hudson is campaigning on reducing city spending and procurement waste; Goshen has four candidates competing for three seats, and Chester voters will choose between two Ward 2 candidates.
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Registration Open for Classes, Summits, Conferences, Tours
Environment
— Oct 26, 2026
Registration is open for a November Maine AFL-CIO online organizing course, three virtual global psychological science summits, and Macau ecological-zone tours and nature activities. Farmers and ranchers can also register for Boulder County’s Dec. 10 Soil Revolution Conference, which will focus on practical soil-health solutions.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns after reports of relationship with accused spy
Jensen Huang, the CEO of chip powerhouse Nvidia, is resigning. The company announced the news before the markets opened Thursday. The move comes after reports surfaced of Huang b… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Sundance appoints Tracy Brady ahead of Colorado move
Colorado
— Oct 20, 2026
Sundance Institute has appointed Tracy Brady as chief marketing, brand and communications officer, tasking her with unifying the organization’s messaging and public presence. She will be based in Boulder as the Sundance Film Festival prepares to move there from Park City for its 2027 edition.
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Elena Vasquez
Park City businesses will likely feel the loss once the event shifts fully to Colorado in 2027.
School Boards Weigh Ballot Measures, SEND Accountability
Politics
— Oct 27, 2026
The Boulder Valley school board opposed a proposal restricting student sports participation by biological sex and backed a measure to direct more tax revenue to education. Elsewhere, a UK petition seeks stronger safeguards and independent reviews before schools withdraw placements for children with special educational needs, while candidates and an incumbent in Minnesota and Indiana discussed school-board priorities and support for local referendums.
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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Lawsuit Claims Boulder Valley District Failed to Halt Antisemitic Bullying
Anti-Defamation League
— Oct 13, 2026
A lawsuit against a school district in Colorado claims the district has violated legal obligations by repeatedly failing to address and fix the "hostile environment for Jewish students" it has fostered.
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No. 11 Utah Holds Off Colorado, Wins 27-24
Sports
— Oct 13, 2026
No. 11 Utah, unbeaten at 5-0, visits Colorado for the 73rd Rumble in the Rockies. The Utes have won eight of the last nine meetings, though Colorado won their most recent matchup in Boulder in 2024.
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Minimum wages rose in 20-plus states in 2026
Finance
— Oct 18, 2026
More than 20 states are raising minimum wages in 2026, with 18 reaching at least $15 an hour, while the federal rate remains $7.25. Further increases take effect in 2027, including California’s statewide rate rising to $17.40, Boulder County’s to $17.43, and New Jersey’s to $16.48 for most workers.
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Nvidia CEO Resigns After Alleged Affair With Chinese Spy
Dylan Kresak · 1 min · 1h
Pavia Visits Colorado, Seeks Sanders Opportunity
Deion Sanders
— Oct 18, 2026
Diego Pavia visited Boulder to support Deion Sanders and Colorado, saying he wishes he could play for Sanders as he looks for another football opportunity after being waived by the Ravens. Sanders responded warmly, and the two have maintained a close relationship despite Pavia previously declining his Jackson State offer over the prospect of being a backup.
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Build a pizza and the AI guesses your age
Quizie
— Quiz
Crust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.
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Michigan boys soccer teams lose in regional semifinals
Sports
— Oct 26, 2026
Michigan boys soccer playoff runs ended in regional semifinals as top-ranked University Liggett beat Inter-City Baptist 4-0 and Dearborn Divine Child edged New Boston Huron 2-1 in overtime. In Colorado, playoff brackets opened with 15 Boulder- and Longmont-area teams competing for state-final spots, while Bowling Green and Warren Central met in a 4th Region title game decided by penalty kicks.
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Home Designers Showcase Bold Interiors, Exterior Trends
Lifestyle
— Oct 19, 2026
Home design coverage ranges from durable, wood-look exterior siding and layered architectural details to a Boulder residence built around European oak and expansive mountain views. A Slovenian family home makes a bolder interior statement with vivid colors and playful rooms, while decorative brass and other hardware offer functional finishing touches.
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Hospitality Venues Open, Plan Expansions Across Markets
Business
— Oct 19, 2026
New food-and-drink venues are opening or under development in several markets: Boulder Tap House has opened in Iowa City, while Arlington Brewing Company plans a brewery and taproom for next spring and Stomping Ground is developing a Geelong beer hall for 2027. In England, Ashover Brew Co is preparing to open The Castle taproom in Matlock, featuring 22 beers on tap, food and live music.
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Suncor v. Boulder Aims to Bankrupt the Energy Industry
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— Oct 5, 2026
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Democrat Pushes GOP Leadership To Renew Warrantless Spying Before His Party Takes Power
House Intelligence Committee ranking member Jim Himes pushed Senate Republican leadership Tuesday to reauthorize a warrantless spying tool before Democrats take the majority.
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Former Boulder Supervisor Arrested in Stalking, Peeping Case
Politics
— Oct 9, 2026
Former Boulder Valley School District childcare supervisor David Wise was arrested on charges including stalking, burglary, invasion of privacy and sexual exploitation of a child after police linked him to alleged peeping incidents across downtown Boulder from 2024 to 2026. Investigators say evidence from his devices revealed additional victims and suspected child sexual abuse material; police have not identified any student victims, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Supreme Court Weighs Boulder Climate Claims Against Oil
Environment
— Oct 12, 2026
The Supreme Court is weighing whether Boulder and other local governments can pursue state-law climate-damage claims against ExxonMobil and Suncor, a decision that could affect dozens of similar lawsuits. The companies dispute the claims’ legal basis, while an industry advocate warns that allowing them to proceed could trigger costly litigation and raise costs for consumers.
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NASA Scientists Puzzled By Zebra-striped Boulder On Mars
Mars
— Sep 25, 2024
NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover captured this image of a black-and-white striped rock on Sep 13, 2024. NASA/JPL-CALTECH/ASU VIA SWNS. “> Scientists are puzzling over a boulder on Mars with zebra markings. The…
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Sunflowers’ Dance Moves Inspire Collective Growth Strategy, Reveals Study
Tel Aviv University
— Sep 4, 2024
A crowded silent disco of sunflowers. DESIGNECOLOGIST VIA PEXELS “> Turns out humans didn’t invent the silent disco: a new study from Tel Aviv University (TAU) and the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder)…
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Colorado University Axes Plans For Children’s ‘Sex Ed Summer Camp’ Hosted By Abortion Clinic
University of Colorado Boulder
— Apr 28, 2025
The University of Colorado Boulder (CU) sought to partner with an abortion clinic to host a now-canceled “Sex Ed Summer Camp” for incoming 5th through 8th grade students. The event , hosted in part with the Boulder…
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EXCLUSIVE: Gulf Cartel’s Propaganda Machine — Exposed
Ildefonso Ortiz and Brandon Darby · 4 min · 1h
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