Littleton, Englewood, and Sheridan recognized nationally for sustainability
Earlier this year, Denver7 showed you how Englewood, Littleton and Sheridan were using Colorado's bag fee to fund sustainability. It's now landed local leaders a national award.
Aurora’s Martin Luther King Jr. Library gets $2.5M renovation
Aurora's newly renovated and expanded Martin Luther King Jr. Library will be unveiled to the public in early November, boasting a variety of upgrades thanks to a $2.5 million federal grant. The Martin Luther King Jr. Library, 9898 E. Colfax Ave., has new improvements, including an expansion that doubles the...
Colorado City Ranked Among Worst Drivers in America
A Colorado city jumps from 53rd to 4th in America for worst drivers. Find out why it ranked so high in fatal crashes.
Break-ins at abandoned Colorado hospital cause safety concerns, multiple arrests
Authorities are concerned about numerous break-ins this summer at an abandoned hospital building in the Denver metro area.
Bus, Train Rider Duel As RTD Confronts Crime
Denver’s RTD Ranked 13th Transit Friendly City; Bus Ridership Booming As Rail Tries To Get On Track. Denver’s public transportation by bus or rail known as RTD — expected to cost $1.2 billion in 2025 — claims to be “easy, inexpensive, and convenient,” but continues to report serious safety and security challenges.
“Adulting 101”: Colorado high schools implement financial literacy courses
Colorado high schoolers will now be required to take a personal finance course before graduating.
Why can’t school districts start the year later to avoid extreme heat days?
On Thursday, Denver Public Schools canceled classes at 13 schools and two schools were released early because of the extreme heat.
Man dies after being shot during struggle with Denver police Friday morning
A man died after he was shot during a struggle with officers early Friday morning in the area of South Dahlia Street and East Warren Avenue, police said.
Man convicted of murder in death of community activist Ma Kaing sentenced to life...
DENVER — A man convicted of murder in the 2022 death of community activist Ma Kaing was sentenced to life in prison Friday. Pa Reh was one of four suspects arrested in connection with the killing of Kaing, a mother of four and a community activist who had recently opened Taw Win Oo at the corner of Yosemite Street...
Denver Cracking Down On Abandoned Properties
City Council Updates Denver’s Derelict Property Laws; Non-Compliance Under Update Can Reach $5,000 Per Day. Denver is a city of contrasts. It’s known as an outdoor city with vibrant neighborhoods, and a rich cultural history. Yet, there’s another side to the town. The Mile High City is grappling with a growing number...
