McDonald’s Pulls Quarter Pounder Amid E. coli Outbreak

Denver, CO – A nationwide E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder burgers has prompted the fast-food giant to take immediate action. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed that at least 10 individuals have been hospitalized, and tragically, one person has died as a result of the infection. The outbreak, which has affected 10 states, appears to be centered around slivered onions used in the popular burger. The CDC’s investigation revealed that the first case was reported on September 27th, with patients ranging in age from 13 to 88 years old. In response to the health crisis, McDonald’s has proactively removed the Quarter Pounder from menus… Read More

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Denver’s Beloved Hot Dog Joint Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs Closes After 18 Years

After 18 years of serving up hot dogs, memories, and love, Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs is closing its doors on East Colfax. On Saturday, October 19, 2024, the iconic Denver spot, owned by Steve and Linda Ballas, will fire up the grill for the last time, marking the end of an era for both the Ballas family and loyal customers. Since its opening in 2006, Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs has been a staple on East Colfax, serving up a variety of creative hot dogs. From Chicago Dogs to Steve’s personal New Jersey-inspired creations, the menu reflected a love for food that captured the hearts of locals. Steve, a former police officer, firefighter,… Read More

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Colorado Receives $822,434 from Marriott Data Breach Settlement: A Victory for Consumer Protection

In a significant win for consumer protection, Colorado has been awarded $822,434 in a nationwide settlement over Marriott’s massive data breach. The settlement comes after a multi-year investigation, led by Attorney General Phil Weiser and nearly every state attorney general in the country, into the hotel giant’s failure to safeguard customer information. The breach, which affected Marriott’s Starwood guest reservation system, went undetected for years, allowing criminals to steal sensitive personal data from millions of guests between July 2014 and September 2018. In the U.S. alone, over 131 million guest records were compromised, including contact details, passport numbers, credit card information, and even hotel stay preferences. “We’re not just holding… Read More

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Traffic Advisory: Rock Scaling and Blasting Operations Begin on I-70

Drivers planning to travel on Interstate 70 between Floyd Hill and Idaho Springs should prepare for significant delays as the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) begins rock scaling and blasting operations starting today. This work is part of the ongoing Floyd Hill reconstruction project, which aims to enhance traffic safety by replacing bridges and realigning the highway for improved sightlines. Over the next two years, motorists can expect traffic holds every 60 to 70 minutes during work hours, which are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CDOT warns that these holds may last up to 20 minutes, but in some cases, delays could extend to 45 minutes… Read More

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