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"Even in ordinary times, I would still be for repeal, because I believe in public education and public service, and that local government is essential in people’s lives. But these are not ordinary times, and we mustn’t let ideological considerations overwhelm the very practical necessity of simply holding society together."

Four percent is actually a fairly conservative figure, based on the worst historical conditions, rather than the average ones.

Warm dry weather, with smoke at times, changes to a taste of Fall again at the end of the upcoming weekend.

A daily crime report in Longmont.

With 73 years as a community jeweler, things get sentimental. Engaged couples who come to select their wedding rings have told current owner, Linda Snyder-Crockett, their grandparent or great-grandparent purchased a ring from the store. 

Motorists will be greeted by three road closures today around Longmont. 

Dozens of similar Life Chain demonstrations were held across the country on Sunday to "prayerfully and peacefully" protest, according to the Christian organization. 

As Colorado assesses feasibility of saving water in a Lake Powell drought pool, study shows ranchers and farmers could see net benefit from payments over five-year period.

The Longmont Leader reached out to candidates of the races listed in our voter’s guide with a list of questions. Each response will be published as it is received and may be edited for clarity and/or length.

A triceratops skull, nicknamed Pops, is leaving its home in Greeley and heading to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, where it will be studied by a team led by Joe Sertich, the museum’s curator of dinosaurs.