John Herrick

Boulder

Journalist at Freelance

Reporter at Boulder Reporting Lab

Reporter with @BoulderRL. Formerly with @COindependent and @vtdigger. Email: john at https://t.co/PjnDLuYa47

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Articles

Darwin’s Abominable Mystery: DNA Replication Timing, Genome Stability and Biodiversity

1 week ago | preprints.org | John Herrick

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Fever Dominate Connecticut In Game

1 week ago | wtlcfm.com | John Herrick

INDIANAPOLIS-The Indiana Fever dominated the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse 88-71. It was a game where they led by as many as 21 points and improved to 6-5 on the season. Fever guard Caitlin led Indiana in scoring with 20 points. Connecticut’s leading scorer was Tina Charles. Charles, like Clark, also had 20 points. The game was full of tension.
National NAACP sues former Boulder branch leaders

1 week ago | boulderreportinglab.org | John Herrick

The national NAACP is suing 13 former leaders of its Boulder County branch, accusing them of defying its authority in an effort to dissolve the branch, take control of its assets and spread misleading information about the civil rights organization. The complaint, filed June 16 in U.S. District Court, brings four claims: breach of fiduciary duty, conversion, civil theft and civil conspiracy.
Joey Chestnut Announces Return To Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

1 week ago | 1075thefan.com | John Herrick

WESTFIELD, Ind.–Joey Chestnut, the sixteen-time champion of the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, is set to return to the competition this July Fourth after being banned in 2024. Chestnut expressed his excitement to participate in the event, calling it a cherished tradition and a celebration of American culture. Despite past sponsorship issues, Chestnut clarified that Nathan’s is the only hot dog company he has worked with.
Thunder Surge Past Pacers in Game 5 120-109

1 week ago | b1057.com | John Herrick

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK—The Oklahoma City Thunder are one win away from an NBA title after winning Game 5 of the NBA Finals over the Indiana Pacers Monday night 120-109 at the Paycom Center. The Thunder turned 23 turnovers by Indiana into 32 points. Thunder forward Jalen Williams dominated with 40 points and six rebounds. Pacer guard Tyrese Haliburton injured his calf in the first half and struggled to obtain only four points. Pascal Siakam scored 28 to lead Indiana. Oklahoma City leads the series 3-2.
Joey Chestnut Announces Return To Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

1 week ago | wtlcfm.com | John Herrick

WESTFIELD, Ind.–Joey Chestnut, the sixteen-time champion of the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, is set to return to the competition this July Fourth after being banned in 2024. Chestnut expressed his excitement to participate in the event, calling it a cherished tradition and a celebration of American culture. Despite past sponsorship issues, Chestnut clarified that Nathan’s is the only hot dog company he has worked with.
2025 Boulder City Council race kicks off with candidate forum focused on housing, finances

1 week ago | boulderreportinglab.org | John Herrick

Seven likely candidates vying for a seat on Boulder City Council gathered last week at the Elks Lodge for the first forum of the 2025 election season. Many consider the event the unofficial start of this year’s city council race. Voters will elect four councilmembers on Nov. 4. With no mayoral race or citizen-led ballot measures on this year’s ballot, the council race is likely to be the main event.
Boulder braces for $10 million budget shortfall, freezes hiring

2 weeks ago | boulderreportinglab.org | John Herrick

The City of Boulder is facing an estimated $8 to $10 million budget shortfall, prompting officials to freeze hiring and ask departments to rein in spending for the remainder of the year. The city announced the measures in a news release June 13, describing them as necessary to keep the city’s budget balanced amid growing financial uncertainty and flattening sales tax revenue.
Boulder moves to dismiss former NAACP member’s free speech lawsuit

2 weeks ago | boulderreportinglab.org | John Herrick

The City of Boulder is asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Darren O’Connor, a civil rights attorney and former member of NAACP Boulder County, who alleges city officials retaliated against him for criticizing and opposing the appointment of Police Chief Steve Redfearn.
Haliburton, Pacers Bounce Back to Take 2-1 Lead in NBA Finals Over Thunder

2 weeks ago | wtlcfm.com | John Herrick

INDIANAPOLIS–The Indiana Pacers overcame an early deficit and closed the game strong to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown Indianapolis Wednesday night 116-107. They now lead this best-of-seven series 2-1. This was the first time the Pacers franchise hosted an NBA Finals game in 25 years.