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State adopts controversial rule that makes it harder to expand and build new highways — here's what's happened since
In a bold move, Colorado has made it harder to widen highways or build new ones — all to reduce pollution output. The policy puts people and the planet before pavement, marking an important shift in transportation priorities, according to the New York TImes. The rule, adopted in 2021,...
Heat is easing, and some showers could help to further tame the heat
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - We’re not as hot as the past five days have been, but that’s not to say we aren’t hot. More cooling could be helped along by some showers and thunderstorms, but we won’t all get that rain. Stormy Spots This Evening.
NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Davis 'stunned' after being handcuffed, removed from flight
Denver Broncos Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis said he is "stunned" over a "humiliating" incident aboard a United Airlines flight over the weekend that ended with him in handcuffs and escorted off the plane.
City Council elects Amanda Sandoval as new president and Diana Romero Campbell as new pro tem
Councilmember Amanda Sandoval will be City Council’s next president after serving as pro tem for two years. Council newcomer Diana Romero Campbell will be the next pro tem. City Council unanimously elected Sandoval and Romero Campbell on Monday, and the changes take effect immediately. Each term lasts one year. In recent years, Council presidents have served two terms.
Vigil at Federales honors employee shot defending his coworkers
DENVER (KDVR) — A vigil organized by friends and colleagues paid tribute to a Denver man who was shot and killed while working at a RiNo restaurant and bar Wednesday night. “There are so many people who loved Todd and who Todd loved,” Brandi McMichael, vigil attendee, said on Monday night. William “Todd” Kidd was […]
Local company is among group charged with racial discrimination in a Denver housing appraisal
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has charged a group of appraisers and lenders with housing discrimination in Denver, alleging the companies involved undervalued a homeowner’s property because she is Black. HUD announced the charge Monday against the appraisal company Maverick Appraisal Group, appraisal management company...
Former Lightning linked to Colorado Avalanche, could be an inexpensive signing
The Colorado Avalanche have most of their roster in place—well, their star pieces. They’ll still have to work out an extension for Mikko Rantanen at some point. That being said, the team still has a few open roster spots that they’ll be looking to fill sometime in the very near future.
NBA Rumors: Knicks next moves, Clippers Westbrook replacement, Nuggets setback
NBA Rumors: Nuggets lose rookie DaRon Holmes for the season. Denver Nuggets rookie big man DaRon Holmes II ruptured his right Achilles tendon during his Summer League debut on Friday. Per Shams Charania of The Athletic, the 2024 No. 22 overall pick is "expected" to miss the entire upcoming NBA campaign.
Friend remembers woman killed in Denver house fire
DENVER — Friends of a woman who died in a house fire a week ago have identified her as Jessica McMillan, a well-known artist in the Denver community. The fire happened July 7 near the intersection of 6th Avenue and Utica Street, a few blocks east of Sheridan Boulevard. When Denver Fire Department crews arrived on scene just before 2:30 a.m., they brought McMillan out from the house. She was pronounced dead.
Denver school to Stanford: 1st-gen student lands full-ride scholarship
From Denver School of Science and Technology to Stanford University, a first-generation college student got a full-ride scholarship to pursue a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) pathway this fall.
Tracy Cortez Gives First Reaction To Rose Namajunas Loss At UFC Fight Night Denver: ‘If I Had A Full Camp…’
Tracy Cortez had a big task in front of her with a short-notice main event bout against former two-time strawweight champion Rose Namajunas at UFC Fight Night Denver. Though she managed to go the distance, Cortez was largely dominated from the opening minute of the contest, going on to lose via unanimous decision.
Former 2nd-Round Pick Predicted to be Broncos’ ‘Biggest Bust’ in 2024
The Denver Broncos will have an inexperienced quarterback under center in 2024, be it incumbent Jarrett Stidham, trade acquisition Zach Wilson, or rookie first-round pick Bo Nix. Keeping the offense on schedule and ahead of the chains could mean relying on the ground game. Denver ranked 18th in both attempts...
Missing St. Francis boy found safe
ST. FRANCIS, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: The Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office confirms a boy reported missing on Tuesday has been found and is safe. The Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a 12-year-old boy who has been missing from the town of St. Francis since Tuesday morning. Reports show he was headed east on Webster Street at 7:06 a.m.
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