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Jefferson County's new wildfire codes take effect July 1, requiring defensible space and fire-resistant materials for new builds and repairs.

GOLDEN, Colo. (KKTV) - A ventilation obstruction at the National Laboratory of the Rockies caused a hazmat response Tuesday afternoon. West Metro Fire Rescue said crews responded to the National Laboratory of the Rockies, off of Denver West Parkway in Golden, just before noon after receiving a report of a strong chemic

What used to be a sleepy stretch of Emerson Street in Uptown Denver is now the focus of a neighborhood fight over a small, faith-based morning program that residents say has upended daily life. The house at 1556 Emerson, home to a short discipleship-style day center, operates only in the mornings and does not offer ove

Aurora’s councilmembers voted unanimously Monday to create the Office of Public Safety Accountability to oversee the police department. The council will cast a final vote on the ordinance creating the office at the next council meeting and city officials will begin hiring after final approval, a city spokesperson said.

Streaming and social media are suddenly awash in glossy ads promising Denver seniors a “free Medicare grocery card.” The spots sound like Uncle Sam is picking up the tab, complete with urgent language urging viewers to “call now.” In reality, those cards are usually extra perks tucked inside certain private Medicare Ad

Fire crews moved fast on Tuesday after flames and smoke were reported at a retirement community near West 36th Avenue and Vance Street in Wheat Ridge, drawing a sizable response and a lot of attention from nearby neighbors. Video from the scene shows multiple engines on the block, firefighters yanking hose lines into p

If you love finding amazing deals without spending a fortune, arc Thrift Stores in Aurora, Colorado is the place to be. Located at 1070 S Sable Blvd, this massive secondhand shop is packed with clothing, furniture, home goods, and so much more. Shopping here means you get great bargains while...

For the first time this year, a tornado watch has been issued for the Denver metro area on Monday as incoming storms could bring severe weather, large hail, and the […]

Sign up for Chalkbeat Colorado’s free daily newsletter to get the latest reporting from us, plus curated news from other Colorado outlets, delivered to your inbox. Denver students won’t be allowed to use cellphones, smartwatches, or other personal devices during the school day when they return to class this fall. The D

The Aurora City Council cast a unanimous preliminary vote Monday night to appoint nine members to serve on the board overseeing the revitalization of Colfax Avenue. The recommended appointees, who will get an official vote at the next regular council meeting, include a variety of business and property owners within the