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A Denver City Council committee on Wednesday advanced a measure that would ban sales of most flavored tobacco and nicotine products in the city, despite strong objections from the industry and retailers that sell e-cigarettes and vapes.The council’s Safety, Housing, Education & Homelessness Committee voted 6-1 to move the ban on for consideration at the full council. The final vote would be the second attempt to pass a flavored tobacco ban in the last three years.The measure would ban nearly every kind of flavored tobacco and nicotine product from being sold within the city’s borders, including menthol cigarettes and flavored…

FORT COLLINS — The CSU Rams are on the hunt for a new defensive coordinator, multiple sources confirmed to The Denver Post on Wednesday, as incumbent Freddie Banks will be leaving the program.A representative from CSU declined to comment on Banks’ future, but sources close to the football program confirmed his departure early Wednesday afternoon.Banks, 36, joined Rams coach Jay Norvell’s staff before the 2022 season.CSU’s defensive numbers have improved in each of the last three years, and a veteran defensive corps this fall finished fourth in the Mountain West in points allowed per game (24.3) and eighth in the…

Quarterback Julian Lewis, left, and offensive lineman Chauncey Gooden are two of the top players in Colorado’s 2025 recruiting class. (Chauncey Gooden social media) For two years, Colorado fans have been entertained with some of the best players to come through Boulder. Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, and many others with the 20th-ranked Buffaloes (9-3, 7-2 Big 12), will wrap up their collegiate careers with a bowl game later this month and turn their focus to the NFL. Head coach Deion Sanders, his staff and Buff Nation, however, are already peeking ahead to 2025. On Wednesday, Coach Prime and his…

Which ice hockey skate is best? Ice hockey is a great sport to watch and play, but it’s not always easy to get started because it requires so much equipment. And trying to figure out which products to buy can be overwhelming for a newcomer.   Choices may vary depending on your needs, but a top pick for the best ice hockey skate is the . What to know before you buy ice hockey skates Play level You not only want to consider how frequently you will use the skates when buying, but also consider the level you’re participating at since…

Which snowboard pants are best? Whether you’re a hard-charging snowboarder or planning your first trip to the slopes, a good pair of snowboard pants is an essential aspect of having a good time and keeping warm. No one wants to take time off to sit in the lodge because they’re wet and cold. However, with so many different options on the market, choosing the right pair can be a hassle. If you’re interested in top-of-the-line pants you can rely on season after season, check out the Burton AK Cyclic Snow Pant. What to know before you buy snowboard pants Style…

Which ice skates for kids are best? Ice skating is a fun hobby for children that’s great exercise to boot. Whether your child is hitting the rink for the first time or taking weekly lessons, the right pair of ice skates can make all the difference in helping them enjoy their experience. Many children’s ice skates are designed to grow with your child, which is great news, since ice skates can be expensive. Our shopping guide covers all the factors you’ll want to consider before making a purchase, like style, sizing, adjustability, and closures. We also share our top recommendations…

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Maybe the worst 12 minutes of the season will be a turning point for the Colorado Avalanche.Even if it isn’t, it did set up one of the wildest comebacks in recent franchise history. The Avs spotted the Buffalo Sabres a four-goal lead, still trailed by three after 40 minutes and then roared back for a 5-4 win Tuesday night at KeyBank Center.Nathan MacKinnon scored twice, Artturi Lehkonen added the game-winner and Scott Wedgewood made 22 saves in 48 minutes of shutout relief to help the Avs avoid what looked like an ugly start to this season-long five-game…

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 4, the 339th day of 2024. There are 27 days left in the year.Today in history:On Dec. 4, 1991, after being abducted and held for nearly seven years as a hostage by Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, Associated Press correspondent Terry Anderson was released from captivity.Also on this date:In 1783, Gen. George Washington bade farewell to his Continental Army officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York.In 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins, dubbed the “Million Dollar Quartet,” gathered for the first and only time for a jam session at Sun Records in…

Almost every Nuggets game is following the same exhausting blueprint, up to a point.Questionable sums of engagement put toward defending in the first half. A teaspoon of Nikola Jokic rest minutes that cause an upset stomach, at best. A deficit of 12 points (maybe 14 or 15) late in the second quarter or early in the third. An energizing run and a sense of revival.After that, with this team, the result is anyone’s guess.On Tuesday night at Ball Arena, it was a stirring 119-115 win over Golden State. The Nuggets (11-8) did not give up a point in the final…

Paul Millsap, who spent four of his 16 NBA seasons with the burgeoning Denver Nuggets, announced his retirement from basketball Tuesday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.Millsap, 39, most recently suited up for the Philadelphia 76ers in 2022. He averaged 13.4 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.0 blocks per game in a career that spanned five teams and four All-Star Game appearances.When he signed with Denver for three years and $90 million in 2017, it marked one of the most significant free-agent acquisitions in franchise history. Millsap shepherded a young roster on the rise for the next four seasons, shooting…