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Xcel Energy "taking action" as metro neighborhoods experience outages
When the power goes out in Louisville, Marci Kalish says her mind starts running."Is it transformer fuses blowing? That could cause a spark, that could cause a fire. That's not safe. Is our power supply safe? You know why these power outages are happening so often?" she said.Miles away, in almost all corners of the metro area, residents in the Happy Canyon neighborhood in Denver, Applewood in Golden, or south in Sterling Ranch have the same question."I've lived here for five years. By far, this is the worst area that I've lived in my whole life. I've been an Xcel...
Mental Health Checklist for Colorado Students Returning to School
Transitioning back to school can bring as much stress as excitement for many students and a new checklist created by the group Inseparable aims to help parents and educators ensure children are getting the mental health care they need. Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet, D-Commerce City, said it is important for...
Colorado governor appoints a Denver Bronco, an ex-mayor and a rancher to outdoor leadership positions
A former deputy mayor of Denver, a retired Denver Bronco and the owner of a cattle operation on the Western Slope that spans multiple counties are Gov. Jared Polis’ latest appointees to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission and board of Great Outdoors Colorado. The picks come after the governor’s recent appointments that have generated controversy.
ICYMI: Colorado Democrats Speaking at the DNC in Chicago
Thursday’s speaker lineup also included two Colorado elected officials: Rep. Joe Neguse (D-Boulderish) and Rep. Jason Crow (D-Aurora). Governor Jared Polis (D-Boulder) nabbed a speaking role on Wednesday as Democrats worked to inform Americans about the dangers of “Project 2025” — the expansive right-wing blueprint for a Christian Nationalist administration should Republican Donald Trump win re-election in November.
“I have never seen the Democratic Party this unified”: federal and local officials weigh in on the Democratic National Convention’s impact on the election
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - The 2024 presidential election enters its final 75 days. On November 5th voters will decide who the next president will be. Both local and federal leaders tell 11 News about how the Democratic National Convention will impact the election. Rob Rogers tells 11 News he...
Runners, defense shine in Aspen season opener
Aspen High School football’s motto this year is “decisions.” Through their first game, living by that philosophy is a work in progress. The Skiers won their home opener over Grand Valley on Friday night 28-8, but they certainly could have made it easier on themselves, especially in the early going. In the first half alone, Aspen had two pick-six interceptions called back due to penalties, a 30-yard rushing touchdown called back due to a penalty, and two turnovers in the offensive zone.
City parks transitions with new wildlife program
Transitioning the city of Aspen’s wildlife program from the Aspen Police Department to the Parks and Open Space Department has allowed for more community engagement coordination around bear awareness and safety, according to a city memorandum. A critical element in the program’s success under its new department has been...
DA: Police were legally justified in fatally shooting man near City Park in July
District Attorney Gordon McLaughlin released a letter Friday stating that four police officers were legally justified in their use of force during a July shootout that took place in the Grandview Cemetery near City Park. McLaughlin's conclusion came after a multi-agency investigation by the Critical Incident Response Team. No criminal charges will...
Officials frustrated after EV charger vandalism racks up bill: 'This is just a sort of blip'
The Climate and Sustainability Programs administrator for Aspen, Colorado, refused to be deterred by vandalism to electric vehicle charging stations, despite the hefty repair bill. The Aspen Daily News reported that nine of 14 EV charging stations were vandalized in the city on July 14, with cables cut, display screens...
Broncos Expected to Explore Trade Options for $7 Million ‘Luxury’ Player
The Denver Broncos are going young. They are the ninth-youngest team in the NFL heading into the 2024-25 season, per Bookies.com’s Bill Speros on August 20. That could be bad news for veteran running back Samaje Perine, who could be a victim of the numbers game. Roster cutdown day is on August 27 and the Broncos will have to trim down from 90 players to 53 for the regular season.
Former Broncos undrafted steal has huge game...for the Raiders
You're never going to bat 1.000 as a general manager/head coach in the NFL when it comes to keeping and cutting the right guys from your roster. As Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton has noted on multiple occasions over the last two years, you want to make sure you don't have players in your camp who end up getting cut and having success somewhere else.
Damani Leech on Broncos ownership: 'They want to win now'
Since taking over in 2022, the Denver Broncos’ new ownership group led by Greg Penner has poured resources into improving the team on and off the field. They paid to bring in Sean Payton, they’ve paid big contracts in free agency and they’ve made improvements to the stadium, practice facility and everyday fan experiences.
Denver Police investigating fatal shooting Friday night
Denver Police are investigating a deadly shooting Friday night. Police posted just after 9 p.m. that officers were investigating the shooting near the intersection of West 8th Avenue and Kalamath Street. That's a few blocks east of Interstate 25. The victim was taken to the hospital, where they were pronounced...
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