Gym chain keeps closing locations and transferring members to other gyms
AURORA, Colo. — Members at Zone Athletic Club at Southlands in Aurora got an abrupt message late last month that their gym was closing in two days. The notice said those members were welcome to continue to work out at a nearby YMCA, but many members didn’t realize their memberships had actually been sold to the YMCA...
Driver with 7 previous suspensions clocked going 50+ mph over speed limit
A 27-year-old driver was clocked going more than 50 mph over the speed limit, but a Lakewood Police Department agent found even more after pulling him over.
DPS, doctors warn of return of dangerous social media challenge
Since 2020, at least two teenagers in the United States have died participating in a social media trend, the Benadryl challenge. This week, a Denver high school warned parents they’ve seen the trend start to resurface.
Concerns from residents as Denver moves from paper to digital property tax bills
The City and County of Denver said switching from paper to digital will save them $100,000 every year in mailing costs.
Booze Boom In Colorado: Alcohol Now Fuels Nearly Half Of UCHealth Liver Transplants
Alcohol is muscling its way into the top spot on Colorado’s transplant charts, and not in a good way. Transplant specialists say alcohol-related liver disease now makes up nearly half of the liver transplants performed at UCHealth, a rapid shift that has them treating younger and sicker patients while scrambling to...
Wrongful death lawsuit filed in shooting at Main Event in Highlands Ranch
The family of a man shot and killed by a Douglas County Sheriff's Office deputy at Main Event in Highlands Ranch has filed a wrongful death lawsuit, according to a complaint and jury demand.
Florida Liquor Giant Snaps Up Colorado Favorite Applejack Wine & Spirits
Applejack Wine & Spirits, the Colorado liquor staple that got its start in Wheat Ridge in 1961, has officially been sold to Florida-based ABC Fine Wine & Spirits. The deal covers Applejack’s three large-format shops in Wheat Ridge, Thornton, and Colorado Springs, which the buyer says will keep operating under the...
Lisa Calderón announces bid for Denver mayor
Lisa Calderón, who has worked in different capacities at several nonprofits and in academia, is hoping to unseat Denver Mayor Mike Johnston after his first term.
New Warning Signs at Colorado’s “Atomic Bomb Factory”
The past echoes in the fresh air of Rocky Flats, where wildlife thrives alongside a controversial history. New signs will soon share that story.
Man who stole Bulldog puppies in Centennial sentenced to 8 years in prison
A man who stole two English Bulldog puppies from a pet store in Centennial was sentenced Monday to eight years behind bars.
