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Lime Gulch Fire size estimate: 500 acres
The Lime Gulch Fire is now estimated at 500 acres. Immediate evacuations are in effect for residents in Buffalo Creek Township and within a three mile radius of the intersection of South Foxton Road and Platte River Road.
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IMAGES: Lime Gulch Fire In JeffCo
See images of the Lime Gulch Fire from viewers and AirTracker7.
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High fire danger across Colorado
Summer officially starts on Friday and Mother Nature will stay true to her word, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 90 degrees.
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Scout ranch evacuated in Huerfano fire
The Spanish Peaks Boy Scout Ranch in Huerfano County was evacuated Wednesday after a 50-acre fire erupted nearby.
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West Fork Fire Complex doubles in size
The West Fork Complex fires doubled in size Wednesday to an estimated 8,375 acres.
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Tracking danger in the parole system
The failings of an underequipped and overtaxed Parole Division led to two high profile murders and repercussions that are still reshaping the Colorado Department of Corrections.
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Black Forest Fire 95% contained
The Black Forest Fire, the most destructive wildfire in state history, is now 95 percent contained.
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Wild Rose Fire burns in outside Rangley
The Wild Rose Fire is burning on the west side of Texas Mountain in Rio Blanco County, …
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Wildfire Relief fundraiser tonight
As wildfires broke out across the state of Colorado in the last week, many have asked, "…
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Woman stabbed near Lakewood Light Rail
Lakewood police are asking for the public's help in identifying suspects who stabbed a …
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Flight attendant, mom clash in flight
A single mother traveling with her son is nearly arrested after a clash with a Spirit …
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Naked man repeatedly zapped by deputies
A naked man was repeatedly stunned by deputies at the Sonic Bloom Music Festival in …
More Local News
- Cat rescued after 2 days in air duct
- AFA finds illegal items in dorms
- Holmes attorneys banned from psych exam
- Ridgeway case: Suspect wants trial moved
- Bull Gulch Fire burns in Fremont County
- Highlands Ranch grass fire extinguished
- Fire stopped at one evacuee's driveway
- Fire evacuee finds her home intact
- As fires rage, feds cut prevention funds
- Holmes' attorneys seek hospital video
- Sketch of Boulder scissor attack suspect
- AG: 12 indicted in marijuana scheme
- Jail time for groping yoga teacher
- Dunkin' Donuts signs appearing
- DIA tornado rated EF-1
- NB I-25 at 136th reopens after crash
- Emergency planning saves firefighter
- Columbine survivor electrocuted at work
National Headlines
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Kyrgyzstan votes to end US airbase lease
Kyrgyzstan has voted to end the United States' lease on an airbase key to supplying …
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US jobless aid applications increase
U.S. unemployment benefit applications rose by 18,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted …
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James Gandolfini dies in Italy
James Gandolfini, the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos," has died in Italy.
- As fires rage, feds cut prevention funds
- AMA declares obesity a disease
- Traffic returns to Wash. bridge
- Addicts using detergent-for-drugs
- 'Liliger' cubs play in Russian zoo
- Tesla recalling Model S vehicles
- 3rd day of FBI hunt for Hoffa's remains
- House considers cuts to food stamps
- Disabled woman held captive for 2 years
- NFL star's home searched after killing
- New details in Playstation luring case
- New Sesame Street puppet has jailed dad
Watercooler
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Cat rescued after 2 days in air duct
A cat that had been stuck in a home's air ducts for two days was rescued Wednesday, according to an employee at Monster Vac in Englewood.
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Proposal planner helps pop the question
Some guys need a little extra help when it comes to finding the perfect way to pop the question. Ever consider hiring a proposal planner? A woman in the UK is offering proposal suggestions for people around the world.
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Driver admits speeding to dry his car
A Canadian man admitted driving more than 100 mph in order to dry off his washed car.
Sports
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Blackhawks beat Bruins 6-5 in Game 4
Brent Seabrook's goal 9:51 into overtime lifted the Chicago Blackhawks to a wild 6-5 victory over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday night and tied the Stanley Cup finals through four games.
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Blue Jays beat Rockies 5-2
The Toronto Blue Jays earned their eighth consecutive victory Wednesday, beating the Colorado Rockies 5-2 to complete a three-game sweep.
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Rapids coach, player suspended 1 game
Colorado Rapids coach Oscar Pareja and defender Hendry Thomas have been suspended one game by MLS for their actions against San Jose last week.
Spotlight
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Donate to a 7Everyday Hero organization
Contribute $50 to this week's 7Everyday Hero organization by opening a checking account with Wells Fargo. Bring in this form.
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Rocky Mtn. Airshow is not just airplanes
The Rocky Mountain Airshow, held August 16-18 at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport, will be the first, and only, civilian airshow authorized by the FAA to have a high power sport rocket launch or drone demonstrations.
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Wildfire Relief fundraiser tonight
As wildfires broke out across the state of Colorado in the last week, many have asked, "How can I help?"
Slideshow Center
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See images of Lime Gulch Fire burning in Jefferson County.
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One week after being evacuated, families in the Shoup corridor were…
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Brazilians in Rio de Janeiro protest rising public transportation rates.
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See images from AirTracker7 over the Black Forest Fire on Friday.
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See pictures from AirTracker7 over the Black Forest Fire on Thursday.
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Photos from 7NEWS crews inside the Black Forest Fire evacuation zone…
Entertainment
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James Gandolfini dies in Italy
James Gandolfini, the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos," has died in Italy.
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Niall Horan: 'One Direction were not...
ONE DIRECTION star NIALL HORAN has vehemently denied rumours the pop stars have been performing drunk during their U.S. tour after fans claimed to have spotted them sipping spirits on stage at a gig in Kentucky.
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Rihanna becomes most-viewed...
RIHANNA has stolen pop star JUSTIN BIEBER's crown as the most-viewed artist on YouTube.com.
CALL7 Investigations
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Tracking danger in the parole system
The failings of an underequipped and overtaxed Parole Division led to two high profile murders and repercussions that are still reshaping the Colorado Department of Corrections.
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Post: Parolee Evan Ebel had 'hit list'
Tim Hand, the ex-Director of the Colorado Department of Corrections Parole Division, has been fired.
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Colorado's parole chief fired
Tim Hand, the Director of the Colorado Department of Corrections Parole Division, has been fired.
Money
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US jobless aid applications increase
U.S. unemployment benefit applications rose by 18,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted 354,000. Despite the gain, the level remains consistent with moderate job growth.
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Bipartisan plan poss. for student loans
Students applying for financial aid for the coming school year could find some comfort in a bipartisan student loan compromise taking shape in the Senate that would prevent interest rates from doubling and set a single rate each year for undergraduate students, rich or poor.
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Tips to back-up your cell phone
With the swipe of a finger you can see your kid's first steps, school concerts, and summer vacations. But just like that, those images can vanish. So, how do you make sure those precious memories are protected?
Staying Healthy
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HPV vaccine cuts infections in half
A vaccine against a cervical cancer virus cut infections in teen girls by half in the first study to measure the shot's impact since it came on the market.
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Sun protection using SPF clothing
SPF clothing is taking over when it comes to sun protection. We find out what doctors have to say about this new technology.
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AMA declares obesity a disease
The American Medical Association’s decision to recognize obesity as a disease could boost sales and continued development of prescription diet drugs, according to Forbes.
