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A syndrome that paralyzed children in Colorado and across the nation seems to have disappeared almost as mysteriously as it arrived, leaving scientists to figure out what happened and survivors to adapt as they grow up.Doctors first identified cases of unexplained muscle weakness and limb paralysis in children, which they called acute flaccid myelitis, or AFM, in 2014 — though in retrospect, sporadic cases showed up as early as 2009, said Dr. Kevin Messacar, an infectious disease specialist at Children’s Hospital Colorado. The hospital was one of the first to raise alarms that something unusual was going on.Nationwide, cases spiked…

Not a lot has changed for the Colorado Avalanche since its 2023-24 season came to an abrupt end in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in May.The Avs will open training camp this week, and the biggest questions looming over the franchise last spring remain. Colorado general manager Chris MacFarland’s biggest move was to retain the club’s breakout player, Jonathan Drouin. He also made several additions to shore up the fringes of the lineup, but the same core remains.The ceiling for the Avalanche in 2024-25 still revolves around two critical players — captain Gabe Landeskog and “one of…

Former first lady Michelle Obama made a surprise visit to the Tattered Cover in Denver on Friday, leaving behind several signed copies of her book.“While in Denver, I stopped by the @TatteredCover Book Store and signed some copies of #TheLightWeCarry,” Obama said in a post on X. “I’ve enjoyed doing these surprise bookstore visits throughout the year – and this time I decided to bring some folks from my team along with me!” While in Denver, I stopped by the @TatteredCover Book Store and signed some copies of #TheLightWeCarry. I’ve enjoyed doing these surprise bookstore visits throughout the year – and this…

The Colorado School of Mines football program’s regular-season dominance faced a stern test Saturday in Topeka, Kansas.The fifth-ranked Orediggers found a way, as redshirt junior Landon Walker ran in four touchdowns and Washburn missed a potential game-tying field goal in the waning moments to allow Mines to escape with a 31-28 win.The three-point difference tied for the narrowest margin of victory for the Orediggers (2-0) in a regular-season win streak that extended to 22 on Saturday. The Orediggers beat Angelo State by the same 31-28 score in the 2023 season opener in Golden.Mines quarterback Evan Foster threw for 255 yards…

At least one person is dead in a fatal Northglenn crash that shut down 112th Avenue Saturday evening.The crash happened near 112th Avenue and Fox Run Parkway, the Northglenn Police Department said in a 5:02 p.m. statement.Police said 112th Avenue is shut down in both directions between York and Steele streets for the crash investigation. No estimated time of reopening was available Saturday evening.The intersection and closed section of road are on the boundary of Thornton and Northglenn, just north of Carpenter Park and the Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center.This is a developing story. Sign up to get crime news sent straight…

A man was shot by Fountain police officers after allegedly threatening Walgreens employees with a bomb and a gun during a robbery, police said.Around 10 a.m. Saturday, Fountain officers responded to 7910 Fountain Mesa Road for reports of a robbery at Walgreens, according to a news release from the police department.“The suspect had threatened employees that he was armed with a gun and a bomb,” police stated in the release.After the robbery, the man — who has not been identified by police — fled on foot toward a nearby Lowe’s in the 7700 block of Fountain Mesa Road, where officers…

Dynasties come in threes. Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green. Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili. LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.Nikola Jokic? Signed through 2027. Jamal Murray? Signed through 2029. Michael Porter Jr.? Signed through 2026. Aaron Gordon? Signed through 2025.Full disclosure: The Grading The Week crew has some concerns regarding Mr. Nugget going forward. But before we get to those …Murray’s extension — B-plus.Team GTW found itself near a long and lonesome highway west of Omaha when the news of Murray’s new payday surfaced last weekend. Having had time to process the Blue Arrow’s four-year,…

Problems at Ford Amphitheater echo Fiddler’s Green Re: “Tensions are still high at Ford Amphitheater,” Sept. 6 news story Contrary to statements made in the article, the new Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs is an exact replay of the introduction of Fiddler’s Green to an established neighborhood in the late 80’s. At that time, Fiddler’s Green was located in unincorporated Arapahoe County. Homeowners were reassured there would be little to no disruption from the amphitheater. The county commissioners held a public hearing regarding the proposed amphitheater, and I listened as the developers promised it would be used for acts like…

The Broncos’ front seven wanted to be a physical and attacking front this fall. They didn’t waste any time in doing so against the Seahawks in the season opener.On Seattle’s first offensive play, edge rusher Jonathon Cooper pushed off Seattle offensive tackle George Fant before sacking quarterback Geno Smith for a 7-yard loss. On the next play, defensive tackle D.J. Jones pressured Smith, forcing him to throw an interception to inside linebacker Alex Singleton.While Denver wasn’t pleased with the outcome of its 26-20 loss in Seattle, there were positives to take away from the experience, starting with the Broncos’ ability…

Denver is like no place else. We’re a “cow town” with a thriving food scene; a tech hub and a gateway to world-class recreation opportunities; sports teams, museums, brew pubs, and distilleries for everyone. We’ve hit on a formula for a world-class 21st-century city that honors its heritage. It’s no wonder boomers and Gen Z alike want to be here.So why mess with success?Unfortunately, some ideologues want to do just that. They have a scheme that would tear apart our heritage and what makes us a unique and desirable city. The backers of the initiative will tell you it’s no…