garrett swayze was one who died that day. the colorado springs police department and the sheriff's office and the fire department all received awards. one person found himself treating a gunshot victim in an office lobby. then the manager of king soopers who locked the store down for nearly 7 hours.>> my crew started to take care of people. they gave coloring books to the kids to occupy time. they are our community. that's what we do. we take care of our community. we are a close knit group in colorado springs.>> reporter: cathy stark and other citizen

one person called outside of his jurisdiction. this all took place at the statehouse in colorado springs. 10 u.s. sailors a bond 2 -- aboard to maybe points -- two neighbor aborts -- navy boats have been obtained -- detained. it is said that they were -- that they drifted into a rainy and territory. there -- the white house is working with iran. a mine -- a man died at the hospital after confrontation in a hotel parking lot yesterday afternoon. two officers were investigating a stolen vehicle in the parking lot of the ramada and super eight motels when they were aware of people trying to commit credit card fraud. police say that when they approach the card related to the credit cards, the men tried

killing the suspect. whether the man fired at officers is still under investigation. aurora police are assisting of a protocol for officer involved shootings. a driver that was involved in a crash that killed a holler it -- a colorado state trooper and injured another was in court today. he faces first-degree murder and attempted murder from the event on may 23. he was going 90 miles per hour when he tried to get away from the officer on highway 66 outside of longmont. fort collins police are searching for two men accused of trying to rob a woman at gunpoint. this happened monday morning on january 5 at the creekside apartments. the men ran up to the female victim and try to steal her

the men fled and i suv -- in a suv. anybody with information is asked to call crime stoppers of larimer county. weather across colorado today. snow is melting and we have blue skies. belen de leon is in the weather center and you promise that tomorrow will be even better. if you like the warm temperatures, i am serving them forecast. we were able to get into the low 40s for this afternoon and right now we are at 41. when you factor in the wind, it feels like 35 degrees. you still need a jacket. downtown we have 51 degrees. kremmling is only at 1 degree.

we have had air-quality issues for the start of the week. those continue into today and through tomorrow. the epa has declared another action alert the cut -- that does not expire until tomorrow afternoon. the air quality is causing problems for that sensitive group and burning restrictions are in effect below 7000 feet. great roads out there with quiet conditions and temperatures in the 40s. partly cloudy skies. there is not on the road as far as the weather goes. we are tracking stronger when gusts. in the foothills, we have gusts up to 50 miles per hour. the wind will remain active through the afternoon and evening. no alerts or warnings have been issued, but it is something you want to keep in mind, if used -- especially if you live in the area. high profile vehicles are okay to travel in that zone. the game for the tampa bay lightning starts at 7:00. after the game, 28 degrees. good information if you are

coming up in the forecast, we are talking about 50s for wednesday. there is a chance for snow by the end of the week. an important game is coming up for this weekend and i will let you know the forecast is for that day.>> everybody is holding on in anticipation of what is coming on this weekend. we will put that in our pocket. in three hours, president. obama will give his final state of the union address. the white house says it has taken a different approach and critics say they are not sure. we are expecting to hear about the refugee crisis, national security and the economy. the president must address a plan to defeat the islamic state. on the gun-control front, there will be an empty seat in the first lady's guest box for the victims of gun violence. the economy is stronger than it was, and there are more jobs, the wages remain flat.>>

whoever controls the next congress, there is no reason why we should not own the 21st century. >> i don't think it is time for a farewell tour. it's time to solve problems. the south carolina governor, nikki haley, will get the republican address. she pushed for the republican shooting at the historic charleston. there is also speculation that she could show up on the gop vice presidential ticket later this year. here in colorado, governor. hickenlooper is set to get his state of the state address . he has grown opposed to the death penalty while in office. he told brandon rittiman today that he will not call for repeal of the death penalty in his speech. at least not this year. it is not going to make the state of the state this year? >> no. no more discussion.

i haven't seen a pole, but if you look at it, i think there are more people in the state of colorado that are looking at it and talking about it. not just in colorado, but across the country. i think in the next year or two. >> reporter: pushing for repeal in 2017 or 2018 which would be his final legislative session as governor. we will hear more from the governor at 9news at 5:00 and 6:00. we will also bring you the state of the state on our sister station, channel 20. two thirds of colorado voters want to keep the death penalty in state law which is consistent with other polls that have asked the question here in colorado. doctors are seeing more cases of the flu across the country. two states are reporting widespread flu, maryland and north carolina. there is also it -- an increase in cases now.

cases. the situation is different here right now, right dr. john? >> it is different because the cases have not been as severe or as numerous as before. that could change at the drop of a hat. let's put that in perspective. last year in late december, 2014, colorado had over 500 hospitalizations in just one week along -- alone. so far we have had 22 hospitalizations this flu season since october. influenza h kick which -- a which is h1n1 is in several counties. it is still time to get a shot. you are more likely to be infected by the flu than to win the lottery. remember that the next time you buy your ticket. >> so often we see these cases

near spring break time.>> the department of public health and environment tracks it through may. this could pop up at any time. we only have 52 cases, but it could explode at any moment. you never know what could happen and i'm still pushing people to get the shot.>> with the lottery, you will be able to jump up and down and celebrate. >> the chances of catching the flu are higher. when you buy a ticket, get a flu shot. >> why not. thank you dr. john. >> all that money and you can't let your head, that would be bad. the aurora police department is tackling new training techniques in hopes of saini -- saving lives. they are looking to train dogs and their canine unit.

training for explosive are narcotics., they are not utilized in many situations. that is why the aurora police have apprehensions -- apprehension training for their canines which trains how this -- how to approach a suspect. this training is increasingly popular and necessary according to officers.>> we have people who have been to prison and they know that they will probably go back if we catch them. if a dog shows up, they give up.>> reporter: here is a number for you. in 2014, the aurora police say the 50 suspects surrendered because a police dog was present. the world's largest lottery jackpot now sits at $1.5 billion. lottery officials increased estimates for the second day in a row. the odds of matching all six numbers are one in 292.2 million.

paid in annual payments, or the winner can just take the lump sum which is $930 million. mississippi, alabama, alaska and hawaii do not participate in powerball. for our neighbors in utah, many have decided to cross the border and get a ticket. one liquor store in the town of dinosaur, colorado sold $48,000 in powerball between thursday and sunday evening. colorado/utah border. at 20 -- at two dollars a pop, tickets.>> stores hope they sell the ticket because they get a huge -- >> they get a bonus.>> maybe you can purchase a soda and a else. i heard that they have actually collected closer to $3

so, everybody is a winner, no matter what. you can look at it that way, i suppose. the state knows where you live. there is a little up to it, even if you don't win. it is a massive project that will make aurora the hotel construction capital of the united states in just the next few months.

street today. since the first time in 2003, oil fell below $30 per barrel. the crude oil is down 19% just new. it represents an incredible 72% plunge from the june 2014 peak of almost $108 per barrel. despite that, markets were higher today led by technology and healthcare. the tao mack was up 117 points. the s&p gained 15 and the nasdaq show the first advance of the new year at 47. after more than five years of

challenges, the hotel will start coming out of the ground in aurora. it will make aurora the hotel construction capital of the u.s. just 10 minutes over the hill from dia, the site preparation is new -- is nearly complete. it will complete -- it will create nearly 10,000 construction jobs and permanent jobs after the hotel is complete. it is a massive billion-dollar undertaking. there will be 2,000,000 ft.2 with 1500 hotel rooms and 800,000 ft.2 of convention and meeting space. the mayor says that the hotel will generate hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue. >> overtime, you are talking about literally billions of dollars that come into the state's coffers. it will help to support what we want to do with this lifestyle here in colorado. >> reporter: the gaylord

biggest hotel in the state when completed. other than the big coat -- casino hotels in nevada, there is not a hotel of this size anywhere between chicago and los angeles. it is huge. it looks like los angeles could get a football team. the question is which one or ones. two days of meetings are happening in houston to discuss the relocation. the reports this afternoon were that the nfl committee is exploring moving teens to la and it has read write -- rekha minded -- recommended a combined stadium proposal combining los angeles and san diego. they would have to agree to share the stadium in carson, california. while the rams want to build a 1.8 while the rams want to build a $1.8 million stadium in la -- closer to la. considering raising the

this comes after an increase in electronic cigarette use by young people. the legislature passed the bill and they will have fines of up to $5000 if they sell tobacco or e-cigarettes. it is unclear whether governor. chris christie will sign it into law. he has until january 19 to make a decision. volunteers and law enforcement are knocking on doors in flint, michigan to distribute bottled water, flyers and lead test kits. there is a state of emergency there because of toxic tap water. residents started complaining about the taste and smell after the city switched to a new water system back in 2014. now there are confirmed elevated lead levels in the bodies of children. they hope to get to the houses. the emergency restrictions include bottled water and filters. there are an estimated 30,000

voluntarily require -- recalling kids cough and cold medicine after overdosing concern. the cups sold with the products have inaccurate marking. the company created a website to answer questions if you think that a product that you have has been affected. we have posted that information on our facebook page and on 9news.com it is important to health care in our country.

we have more about your help today. millions of americans have

>> researchers have come out with landmark starting -- study says that slowing or preventing brain inflammation can help. >> this is a positive step. how to be a compstat?>> the important thing is the positive step. the study looked at brain inflammation and alzheimer's disease. trials on humans should start soon. for a long time, inflammation has been linked to alzheimer's. the study show that information is not a result of the cities -- of the disease, but could be a key driver.>> part of the reason why. >> right now that we know certain proteins can cause inflammation. they are narrowing in on what is happening. one study looks at the brains of patients who have died that had alzheimer's.

the brain. the more advanced the alzheimer's, the more proteins they had. they gave mice a chemical -- they actually bread the mice to have this protein. then they have this chemical was -- which blocks the cells. they had better memories and not as many behavioral problems. this is something that could stabilize alzheimer's and hopefully prevent it. that is the holy grail. but, they need to do human in the meantime, inflammation is a big key and you need to make sure you get that under control.>> the more of the cells that exist in the brain, the more information? information will impact your body and your brain as well.

have over greater time period, the more of the cells that clog up the brain and add to the alzheimer's picture. they are saying that if we can get these cells under control, we can get the inflammation under control and alzheimer's under control. >> we all want to do things to stop that. just to go back to some of the good habits? >> it is boring to talk about eating better and exercising more. these are things that could help to get inflammation under control. fruits and vegetables as colorful as possible. especially the green leafy vegetables and colorful fruits. on top of that, ginger, garlic to get information -- exercise is beneficial. doing it every day can help. the last two are probably the important ones that a lot of us don't look at. one is sleep. we did a story earlier about how sleep impacts alzheimer's. then there is stress relief.

it can lead to alzheimer's. that's a big trail of things to follow. if we can stop that at the beginning and block it off, hopefully it will make an impact on alzheimer's.>> anything to get little bit of extra sleep.>> [ indiscernible - multiple speakers ].>> in america, i think sleep is a problem. people don't get enough sleep here and we don't value it enough. sleep should be one third of the day. it's time for the body to regenerate. that is the time that the brain can go into the deep sleep and get the brain organized. it cannot be eight hours of restless sleep, it needs to be quality sleep. >> we are trying to get the whole country to embrace the idea of kindergarten and an app again. you don't appreciate the nap -- a nap again.

when you are in kindergarten. afternoon. >> we should talk to our boss.>> i love my wedge pillow. >> i could go to sleep right here in five minutes.>> exercise, eat better, don't smoke, limit alcohol. those things help to get inflammation under control. dust -- he just does not impact the brain, but it impacts the body with things like heart attack and stroke. >> thank you dr. john. >> you bet.>> [ indiscernible - multiple speakers ]. maybe you will want to go outside. let's take a walk -- a look at the forecast. >> we will have the forecast next and there is another

a pub in omaha caught fire over the weekend. this is what it here's a question for you. how cold is it in nebraska? the answer is cold. this apartment is a cased -- encased in icicles. the high temperature is 13 and it is expected to warm tomorrow to 20. most people say that the snow that they see typically stays around for a long time. >> all winter.>> they will look at the same patch for a long

it is really cold. it is beautiful everywhere in our city today. it was a beautiful january day with a mix of sun and clouds. we hold off on the chance of snow until later in the week. if you spent time outside today, you didn't know that we were in the 40s. it was 43 in denver and cooler than that in fort collins and really. in the high country, we managed 1 degree in gunnison. it is already colder than that 1 degree. here in the city we are at 41. factor in the wind and it feels like 35. i am bundled up in the backyard. i have to confess that i think i need to live in colorado a little longer to come out here without a coat. i am chili and it is 43. let's look at the weather across the state. 36 and fort collins -- in fort collins.

grand junction -- i am chilly and it is 43. let's look at the weather across the state. 36 in fort collins. gunnison still at 1 degree. the action alert has been extended through tomorrow afternoon for air quality. there are air -- when burning -- wood-burning and restrictions below 7000 feet. if you are in that sensitive group, limit your time outside. so far in january we have had three and half inches of snow. it is usually one of the snowiest months. as of now, we have had 26 inches of snowfall. by the end of january, we should be closer to 27 inches and a half. we do have a chance for snow on friday. i want to show you this picture which i think a super interesting.

can you believe that for that area, they are just seeing their first snowfall. you can see how the storm system is moving up toward that state with cold temperatures and winter storm warning's and winter weather it advisories. -- winter weather advisories. winter is barely making its way into that part of the country. in colorado, winter started a long time ago. we are focusing on the wind. this evening, when could focus to 30-40 miles per hour. if you live in the area, you will notice the strong wind gusts. if you have's -- if you have high profile or light weight vehicles, it is okay to travel in that area. overall it is not a bad looking forecast tonight. windy in the foothills and the overnight low will drop to 22 degrees with mostly clear skies. the lows across the state will

in the mountain valleys, we are seen 3 below in gunnison. some places down to 15 or 20 below. we are not done with the cold weather in the evening and valleys. in the future cast, is going to forward to wednesday. conditions. it is early thursday morning when we start to see snow that edges into our northern and central mountains. hours. that snow doesn't really arrive mountains. you will see sunshine. the high will be 56 with wind at 10-20 miles per hour. the westerly wind helps to warm us up above average. we should be closer to 44 degrees this time of year. at 7:00 in the morning, the temperatures will be 22 degrees.

by 2:00, 54 degrees. we are looking ahead now to friday. i did mention there was a chance for snow, but as of now, the forecast models are calling for a small chance of light snow flurries and less than 1 inch. the higher chances for the high country. it does not look like it will be ready -- put a problem into our travel for the end of the week. saturday it looks like it will clear up in a will be 40. sunday 46. did you know that next monday is martin luther king jr. day? the forecast for the parade will be nice and dry. we will continue into the 40s for next week. right now, all eyes are one -- are what will happen on sunday with the broncos. it looks like it will be partly cloudy and warmer at 44 degrees at kickoff. it looks like a dry game so far. so, we have our orange gear and

isn't that the case? >> yes, we have pumped up steve staeger and we send them out the door. >> i managed to mention to him that if you want and orange mustache, i just happen to have one. >> you will see him very soon with his get up.>> >> you need to pay attention to the crossing signs. when people are crossing to get their magnets, you need to get out of their way. >> we've had cute -- huge crowds today. students at rock canyon high school in highlands ranch developed the school in one app. they have one state and they want to win the national title. >> the app won the best way for students to stay organized and track homework. students at the school are

>> we are proud that something we created could possibly be used by other students. there is definitely a need for it and we are excited to see for parents and students. the students are now competing for the national award. if they win, they get $15,000 for the school stem program. promoters will market it. all you have to do is go to 9news.com . the absurd launched every year, but not all succeed. -- apps are launched every year, but not all succeed. the cadaver lab is one of the first in colorado. students come to the community college to train using the new technology. it is easy to use with a touch screen. everybody in the lab uses a tool and decides which part of the body they want to study.

and allows us to simulate a full cadaver. so, we can pull back the skiing -- the skin and go to every layer of the body down to the nervous system. we can isolate and allow students to practice different situations.>> wow. it is not cheap and it costs $80,000. the community college says it is worth every cent the -- so students can get a better education if they want to be in medicine. making -- taking the term going green to a new level. producing 90% of its own energy with a solar array. it went online in october and was dedicated at a ceremony today along with going green. it is used to teach students about the alternative benefits

alternative energy. binge watchers are loving this today.>> there is a netflix app that can get you into any genre.

in your travels today search for something. honoring charles paroled -- perote behind snow white and others.>> it is the 388th birthday. his work has survived a long time. he was born in paris in 1628. this is breaking internet today. if you are looking for a new show or movie on netflix, there is a trick to find a category that you have been desperately seeking. >> if you are searching for a

romantic comedy movie, you will find that on the script. then you go to netflix.com and www.netflix.com/browse/genre for. you must have an excellent -- a work. it is complicated. >> it is crazy technology, i will tell you what.>> i am huge netflix guy. when i heard about this app, you can look up movies starring matt -- left-handed actresses. the subcategories are amazing.>> i need to find me a little genre. all of those romantic comedies.

it is so true. oh man. never take off the gas.>> i just had to go there.>> you are talking about something we can't talking -- can't really talk about. we were talking about diets. there is a new diet that were not allowed to talk about on your show for sure. it is a revolutionary new diet, but it is a terrible diet.>> it is cutting-edge. >> could actually be the magic pill that we have all been waiting for.>> yes. >> it is horrifying. >> you are horrifying me right now.>> have you tried it?>> i have been hearing all about it. we have some friends in the building. >> oh my gosh.>> the problem is

given up. the last time that they did this, i gained like 10 pounds. i ate everything. >> you gave up m&ms? >> i know, they need to give up something like brussels sprouts. >> these are mood altering diet. do you know what i mean? >> i gave up alcohol, so have a fun night.>> wow. >> good for you. >> january is short. >> steve is not been short since january 1.>> just kidding. -- has not been sober since january 1. just kidding. one thing that people are not ready to give up on is the broncos. we are diehards in this state.

we told you that people are lining up for the 9news broncos magnets giveaway. the broncos play the steelers on sunday. >> we sent steve staeger to the king soopers on -- in green valley ranch. >> reporter: we are here at the king soopers in green valley ranch. the reason i am wearing this ridiculous leisure shirt -- suits and mustache is because we are playing a game called will it stick? we are taking a regular average

that -- item to see if the broncos magnets will stick to it. first tell us your full name. >> charlene hastings. >> reporter: have you done this before? >> no.>> reporter: by the way, this is sponsored by dennis in chile. do think it will stick to the can or not? >> idea.>> reporter: let's say -- let's see if it will stick. are you ready?>> will it stick?>> no.>> reporter: we give you a consolation prize anyway. how about one of these 9news coffee mugs. >> i need one of those. >> reporter: we will be back a couple of more times within the hour to play more of let it stick. back to you.

she is a winner all around. good for him. if you missed your chance to get a magnet today, there are more chances tomorrow and later this week.>> there are two locations in broomfield tomorrow morning. at the king soopers at zuni and west 100 and west 136 avenue. we have all the locations posted on 9news.com. show up early . the magnets go fast. we will have you covered on sunday for the playoff game against the steelers. the game is on sunday and we will have coverage after the game from 5:00-7:00 p.m. we are continuing the broncos

today we asked for the family cheer for the broncos.>> we have gotten hundreds of pictures and dashing here are some that have already been shared. tomorrow is photos of broncos haircuts and tattoos. we will share some of the best pictures on air during each newscast as well as the photo galleries on 9news.com. some of these have just been adorable. >> really precious stuff. little ones were apparently born bronco fans. then the school that you dress up for the day.>> too cute. >> soon-to-be cheerleaders, etc. speaking of adorable. oh my goodness. look at that face. we have a puppy here today. hi. come on. he is just the sweetest dog.>>

at the moment, he is taking a break.

oh, are you looking at me?>> he is very relaxed, but i am told he is full of puppy energy. this is nate and this is kentaro from the south platte valley. kentaro is only four months and he has neuter . he is a great pyrenees mix. he comes to us because he was rescued from a reservation community. he is very eager to please and a sweet little boy. he would love to be a part of any active family. he likes to give affection and get affection. socialization and he likes to

well. i think this would be a great addition to your family. we do here that he has a lot of energy. again, kentaro comes to us from the humane society of the south platte valley. he is a wonderful puppy and i don't think he will have a problem being adopted. if you would like to find out more about adoption you can -- the humane society of the south platte will have events this weekend. january 16 that linndale pets mart and the other one at the highlands match -- glenn dale pets mart and the other one in highlands ranch. we hear that he loves to play in the snow. we have plenty of snow days and the forecast coming up as long as winter lasts. i think he would be a great model for those snow pictures.

poppa -- puppa. come on. >> i love the markings on his one eye. >> he's been very well behaved. >> i wish i could sleep like doesn't for us.