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Poll shows Udall, Schaffer in dead heat

Democrat Mark Udall and Republican candidate Bob Schaffer are in a dead heat in their U.S. Senate race, according to a poll released today.

McCain takes lead in Colorado, poll shows

Denver Democratic National Convention 2008 »

Howard Dean inspects Denver's convention preparations

Howard Dean strode up the steps inside the Pepsi Center and stood before five rows of hard hats to thank them for their work and to issue a plea punctuated by a small chuckle.

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Elections »

Poll shows Udall, Schaffer in dead heat

Democrat Mark Udall and Republican candidate Bob Schaffer are in a dead heat in their U.S. Senate race, according to a poll released today.

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Colorado Government »

State Rep. Bruce smells a conspiracy

Rep. Douglas Bruce said Monday that accusations of sexual harassment leveled at him - accusations dismissed for lack of evidence - were part of a conspiracy against him.

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Citizen Legislator »

I-70 agreement in the works

Sens. Andy McElhany and Chris Romer agreed today to put aside partisan differences to promote competing bills to toll Interstate 70 and alleviate skier traffic.

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Bike to Work Day sparks differences

Democrats and Republicans are exhibiting sharply different views on the bike as alternative transportation as thousands of Coloradans gear up for Wednesday's ride.

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