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Joseph Corbett Jr., sat calmly with his hands clasped on the table in front of him as he listened to his sentence of life imprisonment after being found guilty of the murder of Adolph Coors III. Judge Christian D. Stoner read the verdict in Jefferson County Court in Golden, Colorado, March 30, 1961, after the jury had deliberated more than sixteen hours.

Anatomy of a Murder

In February of 1960, Adolph Coors III was murdered by Joseph Corbett Jr., sending a shock throughout Denver. Robert Sanchez looks back at one of the most sensational crimes in Colorado history.

Active Romance

Five Colorado escapes for lovers—or anyone in love with the great outdoors.

Against All Odds

Three writers reflect on the myriad challenges—and untold rewards—of romantic relationships.

Single in the City

Denver’s 24 hottest catches give you the lowdown on who they’re looking for. Plus, local love experts expose the most common roadblocks to romance in the Mile-High City.

The Great Buffalo Caper

When two Boulder businessmen financed the creation of a one-of-a-kind piece of art—a buffalo skeleton with Native American myths carved over every inch of bone by an artist named “Big Jim”—they thought it was an opportunity to be a part of something important. And, just maybe, they might make some money. But what started as a high-minded project quickly devolved into a surreal mystery.

Your Money, Now

A peek at Denverites paychecks and how they spend their hard-earned dough.

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Web Exclusive: Lethal Divide

A guide to understanding capital punishment in Colorado and arguments on both sides of the issue.

The Politics of Killing

Fifteen years after the Chuck E. Cheese massacre in Aurora, the shooter is still on death row. Nathan Dunlap’s only hope that his life might be spared is Colorado Governor Bill Ritter.

Comfort and Joy

An elegantly offbeat gathering at a Riverfront residence proves that holiday entertaining shouldn’t follow a formula.

Best New Restaurants

This year, the top eateries in the Mile-High City present more than just tasty cuisine. In uncertain times, these eight hotspots offer approachability, affordability, and a great excuse to have a little fun.

20 Best New Boutiques

They’re clever, stylish, and more niche than ever. The new shops of Denver’s indie retail scene say something about our evolving town (and taste). Vegan footwear? Handmade papers? Japano-funk? Premium olive oils? We’ve found your purveyors. Not to mention an influx of fashion hotspots brimming with urban-inspired threads, flirty dresses, and handmade jewelry. If the vibe seems decidedly feminine, chalk it up to our burgeoning tribe of women entrepreneurs. Another trend: the movement toward ecologically and socially responsible merchandise. Here, in no particular order, our 20 favorite discoveries.

See Dick Run

And holler. And distract. And infuriate. And, usually, win. It’s all part of the grand plan for Colorado Republican chairman Dick Wadhams. But after a devastating political loss in 2006, can the man who was once dubbed the next Karl Rove get his groove back?

A Cabin in the Pines

We love the idea of getting away to a remote cottage in Colorado’s high country. Yet, more often than not, that “sweet little rustic retreat” you rented online turns out to be a dusty, cold, bare-bones log dwelling with a tattered plaid sofa and animal heads on the walls. Truth is: It’s just not that easy to find weekend escape-worthy cabins on your own. Which is why we’ve done it for you. Throughout Colorado, we found resorts that offer cozy, romantic, well-appointed cabins. If fluffy down comforters, rough-hewn furniture, and quiet nights by the fire are what you seek, we have a cabin for you.

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