Report: Colorado's Economy Is No. 1 In U.S.

DENVER (CBS4)- Colorado's economy is getting national attention.

According to U.S. News and World Report, Colorado has the number one economy in the country.

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The magazine cites tourism, a developing technology business, marijuana and a strong military presence as factors that keep boosting the economy.

As far as overall rankings among states, Colorado ranks nine with Massachusetts taking the top spot.