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The introduction assaulted the senses. UFC returned to Denver on Saturday with a bumping bass, shrieking vocals and flashing strobe lights.Sitting 15 feet from the Octagon, the vibe was palpable — a Monster Energy drink come to life. The roaring crowd at Ball Arena was told it was “about to see something it has never seen before.” The fights, as promised, blended karate, jiu-jitsu, martial arts, wrestling and boxing.There is an urgency to the bouts that conjure memories of Marvin Hagler and Thomas “Hitman” Hearns in the 1980s. The first rounds are not methodical. They are about survival.“Everybody is tough…

By WILL WEISSERTREHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden said Saturday that “everybody must condemn” the suspected assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.Addressing the nation about two hours after the shooting, Biden said he was relieved that Trump is reportedly “doing well.” He said he had been unable to reach Trump before his remarks, but the White House said he did speak to Trump several hours later. “We cannot allow this to be happening,” Biden said. “The idea that there’s violence in America like this is just unheard of.”Biden, speaking without a teleprompter, said he was waiting for…

Thug Rose put on for the city on Saturday to cap UFC’s long-anticipated return to Denver.Rose Namajunas beat Tracy Cortez by unanimous decision at Ball Arena, the only one of the four local fighters on the card to win after Josh Fremd lost by unanimous decision, Cody Brundage got a no-contest and Drew Dober was TKO’d.Cortez, who took the fight on short notice after Maycee Barber withdrew due to medical issues, held her own against Namajunas. But Namajunas, a Westminster resident by way of Milwaukee, showed her mettle while registering her second win in the flyweight division after the two-time…

Andre Petroski made fighting in the UFC look easy on Saturday night at Ball Arena.In the UFC’s return to Denver for the first time in six years — a period in which Petroski’s been in recovery from drug addiction — he won by unanimous decision over Englewood resident Josh Fremd in a middleweight preliminary bout. Petroski entered the night coming off consecutive losses and admitted the possibility of getting cut from the promotion with another defeat loomed in his mind.But for someone who battled heroin addiction and came out the other side, a fighting career hanging in the balance is…

The Dinosaur fire burning on four acres of land in Boulder’s Flatirons — near the National Center for Atmospheric Research — was 35% contained Saturday, according to fire officials.Despite the quick start Friday — with flames and spreading within minutes — the fire was slow-moving throughout the day and overnight, according to the Boulder Office of Disaster Management.More than 75 firefighters responded to the fire on the second switchback of Mallory Cave Trail around 11:45 a.m. Friday, and two helicopters joined the fray to drop retardant and water on the flames, fire officials said.Despite extreme heat and low humidity in…

A brush fire in Arapahoe County that burned more than 1,100 acres and destroyed four homes southeast of Byers is 100% contained, sheriff’s officials said Saturday afternoon.The Quail Hollow fire started Saturday morning on private property in the 2400 block of South Quail Hollow Road, according to Sheriff Tyler Brown.Initial reports of flames came in about 10:10 a.m., and first responders arrived about 10:18 a.m., Brown said.The fire was fully contained in less than five hours, but not before the flames charred 1,150 acres and destroyed eight buildings — including at least four homes and three outbuildings — Brown said.Deputies evacuated…

Three people — two adults and a child — were sent to the hospital Saturday morning after a fire in Jefferson County destroyed a Conifer home.Jefferson County sheriff’s deputies and Elk Creek Fire crews responded to reports of a structure fire at 12200 Styve Road in Conifer around 11:20 a.m. Saturday, according to a statement from the sheriff’s office.The house fire quickly spread to grass and trees around the Conifer home, and multiple explosions were heard, sheriff’s officials stated. Deputies believe the explosions were most likely related to propane.“The home is still smoldering but appears to be a total loss,”…

The weekend heatwave continues Saturday with 100-degree weather across Colorado, record-breaking temperatures and air quality alerts, according to the National Weather Service.Saturday temperature highs will soar above 100 degrees for most of the urban corridor and Eastern Plains, NWS forecasters said.In Denver, temperatures will peak around 4 p.m. at 102 degrees, according to forecasters.If the daily high reaches 102 degrees as expected, the Denver area will break its all-time record for the hottest July 13. The current record — 100 degrees — was set in 2003, according to NWS records.North of Denver, Fort Collins and Greeley will both see afternoon…

Billy Joel performs in Denver for the first time in five years at Coors Field on Friday, July 12, 2024.source

Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or important decisions after 6:30 p.m. EDT today (3:30 p.m. PDT). The Moon is in Libra.Happy Birthday for Saturday, July 13, 2024:You have a physical, action-oriented approach to life, which is why you’re a courageous, daring risk-taker. It’s important that you believe you can succeed. New beginnings, adventures and major changes will take place this year. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities. Prepare for leadership.ARIES(March 21-April 19)★★★★Enjoy today! Do what you please. With your strong focus on home and family, you might be gardening or camping. This is also a great time for children’s activities.…