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Telluride HS reopens following threat and more: 5 Things to Know for Tuesday, Nov. 28

Posted at 5:52 AM, Nov 28, 2017
and last updated 2017-11-28 08:07:34-05

DENVER -- Good morning! Here’s what you need to know today, Tuesday, Nov. 28.

1. First Alert Action Day
A fast moving cold front will change things quickly early Tuesday.  The front will race across the state overnight and bring much cold temperatures, but only a little bit of snow. We will not see much from this storm, but it could be just enough moisture in the morning to mess with the drive in western and southern suburbs - watch out for some possible slick spots on ramps and bridges.

2. Telluride school reopens after rumors of ‘Columbine-style' attack 
Telluride High School reopens Tuesday following a number of posts on social media that referenced plans for a shooting similar to what took place at Columbine High School prompted the officials to close the school Monday. A full sweep of the exterior and interior of Telluride public schools came up empty and the threats were determined to be unfounded.

3. ink! Coffee reopens for business?
The Denver coffee shop that sparked controversy with its sign that appeared to celebrate gentrification remained closed on Monday but opened its doors as scheduled at 6 a.m. Tuesday.

4. Bennet to Hold Live Facebook Town Hall
Senator Michael Bennet will hold a live Facebook town hall Tuesday on the Senate Republican tax bill. The live event will go live at 5:30 p.m. Those who want to submit questions ahead of time can post them on Facebook.

5. Gardner protest planned
Several people plan to protest the GOP tax bill in front of Senator Corey Gardner’s downtown Denver office Tuesday.