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Yesterday at 6:40 AM  House takes up far-reaching bill to ban almost all abortions after 20 weeks

Yesterday at 6:30 AM  President Barack Obama vigorously defended the surveillance programs in a lengthy interview Monday, calling them transparent — even though they are authorized in secret.

Monday, June 10, 2013  Colorado Sen. Mark Udall says the government needs to re-examine how far it can legally go in its search for terrorists.

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  Gun right activists turned in a petition Monday to recall Democratic State Senate President John Morse.  Opponents of Senator Morse said Monday was a day to celebrate but Morse said it's too early for celebrations.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  UK emergency response committee meets after man butchered in daylight attack in London

Friday, May 17, 2013  Organic industry's political clout grows on Capitol Hill as consumers demand organic foods

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Top Boston cop to tell Congress he's OK with more cameras, not 'police state,' after bombings

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Oklahoma congressman proposes $20 billion spending cut over 10 years in nation's food stamps program

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  A Colorado legislative panel would study firearm restrictions on the mentally ill and those with substance abuse problems under a Democrat-sponsored bill that advanced in a House committee.

Monday, April 22, 2013  The Colorado Legislature is mulling Democratic bills to clamp down on oil and gas producers.

Monday, April 01, 2013  Marijuana blood limits for Colorado drivers are closer to approval. A House committee approved the bill Monday after a month-long delay.

Friday, March 22, 2013  A proposal to repeal the crime of adultery from Colorado's books has been signed into law.

Friday, March 22, 2013  Senate leader Reid says Democrats' gun bill will seek expanded background checks for buyers

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  A proposal to abolish the death penalty in Colorado got hours of emotional testimony from people who argue the penalty is unfair and ineffective, and others who see it as a just punishment for the most serious crimes.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  Abolishing the death penalty in Colorado will get an initial vote in the state House as debate on the emotional issue begins in the Legislature.