Seven ways that mental shortcuts can lead to trouble in the backcountry
Written by: Anna DeBattiste; Colorado Search and Rescue Association Sarah was beginning to have some doubts about her new Meetup hiking group. It had seemed like such a good idea at first; she was new to the area and it was a great way to meet like-minded people in Denver who enjoyed the outdoors. But […]
Lightning Chaos At DIA As Storms Stall Nearly 400 Flights
Thunderstorms marching across Colorado's eastern plains on Sunday threw Denver International Airport into disarray, knocking the schedule off track and turning a routine afternoon into an hours-long headache. Air-traffic controllers slowed arrivals and held departures as lightning and gusty outflow winds moved through
People seen ignoring trail closure in Highlands Ranch meant to protect eagles
Officials say trail cameras have shown people accessing a trail in Highlands Ranch that has been closed due to golden eagle activity.
Denver Water rolls out increased tap fees on new builds
For the first time in 13 years, fees for connecting to the Denver water supply will increase. The one-time, up-front fee charged to builders of new homes and businesses, formally called a “System Development Charge” (SDC), is to increase by around 30% beginning July 1, according to Denver Water. The Denver Board of Wat
Denver Set To Sizzle As Afternoon Storms Crash The Party
Denver woke up to clear skies and about 59°F early Monday, June 22, but the quiet start will not stick around. Highs are expected to push near 90°F this afternoon, with showers and a chance of thunderstorms rolling in after noon. The strongest storms are most likely east of I‑25, where large hail and gusty winds could
Crash takes out ‘Leaving Colorful Colorado’ sign on I-70
A crash on Saturday left the Centennial State with one less "Leaving Colorful Colorado" sign on Interstate 70.
Mug Shot Monday Manhunt: Denver Cops Hunt Attempted Murder Suspect
Denver police used their regular "Mug Shot Monday" spotlight this week to ask for help tracking down 47-year-old Jose Castaneda-Melendres, who is wanted on warrants accusing him of attempted first-degree murder and first-degree assault. The department posted a booking photo and a brief physical description, and noted t
OSHA opens investigation after worker dies at Broncos training facility construction site
Turner Construction, the lead company on the project, confirmed the worker was not one of its employees but rather worked for a subcontractor. CENTENNIAL, Colo. — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating the death of a construction worker at the site of the Denver Broncos’ new training facilit
Man found dead outside Aurora homeless shelter, investigation underway
AURORA | A 56-year-old man died outside of the Aurora Regional Navigation Campus homeless shelter last week. In a statement, city spokesperson Joe Rubino said staff at the campus found the man around 7 a.m. June 14, and emergency responders determined he died prior to being found. There were no...
Brawls Erupt Outside Coors Field As Cops Swarm Lodo Hot Spot
Multiple fights broke out Monday night in Denver's Ballpark/LoDo corridor, sending officers rushing to a busy corner near Coors Field as witnesses reported screaming and at least one arrest around 22nd and Blake. Police did not immediately release information about injuries or specific charges. Police post on X and gui

















