Denver Police: Overall crime down in first half of 2026, but homicides surge nearly...
DENVER — Overall crime in Denver declined during the first six months of 2026, according to new data released by the Denver Police Department, but city leaders expressed concern over a sharp increase in homicides. Police said total crime fell 0.4% compared with the same period last year, with...
Santa Fe Drive closed this weekend for pedestrian bridge construction
If you use Santa Fe Drive as a part of your daily commute, you will notice full closures this weekend on a popular section, from Florida Avenue to Evans Avenue, for the installation of a pedestrian bridge.
Weekend things to do: Denver French Fest and more
No plans for the upcoming weekend? There’s plenty of action happening around Denver and beyond to get folks off the couch, like the Colorado Black Arts Festival, Mess Fest and more. Each Thursday, explore Denver’s essential weekend events curated by The Denver Gazette. Dive into cultural experiences and entertainment d
Car crashes into Denver cannabis dispensary
A cannabis dispensary was damaged after an elderly driver crashed into the building in Denver, but no one was injured in the incident.
Strong showers and storms expected this afternoon
Afternoon highs will stay around 90 degrees the next few days with higher temperatures this weekend and next week. Expect strong thunderstorms Thursday afternoon for the Front Range and the plains
Good Samaritan finds abandoned puppies at Commerce City park
The Commerce City Police Department said a Good Samaritan found two terrified puppies abandoned at Pioneer Park. They were taken to Riverdale Animal Shelter.
The DeVotchKa story: ‘Little Miss Sunshine’ meets cosmic pizza
Denver’s enduring and globally adored chamber rockers will play homage to the film that changed its trajectory before Monday’s screening at Red Rocks. On a hot July afternoon in 2002, I gathered with members of the band DeVotchKa on the patio of a north Boulder bar to tell them the serendipitous news: A poll of […]
Video shows large group of e-motorcycle riders on city street
LAKEWOOD, Colo. (KDVR) – Cell phone video showing at least two dozen young people on Electronic Motorcycles on a city street has Lakewood Police reminding riders of the need for safety precautions. The cell phone video was taken by a resident on Monday, on Alameda Parkway, near Union Boulevard. The video shows a large
Castle Rock couple opens dining experience from scratch
After years of operating one of the most popular franchises at the Outlets of Castle Rock, a husband-and-wife duo from Castle Rock have decided it's time to build something entirely their own and bring back an amenity for the shoppers. “Really connecting with the community is something that we’re looking...
Why one green school lawn sparked a debate over Aurora’s drought restrictions
Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman sparked confusion this week when he suggested Rangeview High School could face a water shutoff for allegedly violating Stage One restrictions.

















