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Denver and Aurora saw record fires break out the week of July 4th
Most metro residents were probably not at work on Independence day. They may have been with family instead, or skipping town, or staring up at the sky, enjoying or absolutely hating the fireworks that blanketed Denver for a few days. But local firefighters were working. A lot. They told us...
RTD experiences service disruptions on light rail lines
Officials from the Regional Transportation District on Friday morning said light rail lines are experiencing service disruptions. RTD tells CBS Colorado they are working on the issue, which is a result of what RTD says in a post on X are "communications failures."Overnight, a Microsoft outage for customers of its 365 apps had a widespread effect on operations for many companies across the globe.RTD says the D Line was suspended between the Interstate 25 and Broadway area in south Denver and Union Station in downtown Denver. There are bus shuttles in place between Littleton/Mineral and I-25/Broadway. Travelers can transfer to H or E lines for service to Union Station. You should expect significant delays on the light rail lines. They also said that there is only limited service on the E Line, the H Line, the R Line and the W Line. Expect delays of 45 minutes or more. RTD's website rtd-denver.com has more information about those delays.All of RTD's commuter rail lines and bus routes are functioning as normal.
Denver weather: Another round of heat then afternoon showers Friday
Denver is forecast for another round of hot temperatures and afternoon showers Friday, according to the National Weather Service in Boulder. There's a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high of 90 degrees. Winds from the northwest will roll through the area between 5 and 10 mph, with gusts reaching upwards of 18 mph.
Frontier passengers stranded at DIA, nationwide due to computer outage
DENVER — Frontier Airlines passengers were stranded at airports across the country, including Denver International Airport, due to a computer problem that put the airline on a nationwide ground stop. Frontier posted on social media just after 6 p.m. that their systems were impacted by a Microsoft outage that...
SoFar Sounds and COMBO Present COMBO’s Night Out at a House Concert!
There’s a special alchemy behind every SoFar show that makes them both unrepeatable and unforgettable. This week, catch a little magic with a unique concert that is guaranteed to only happen once. COMBO has presented a few programs on “How to Put on a House Concert” and now’s your chance to actually attend one! SoFar Sounds will be putting on a House Concert in the University Hills area of Denver and you’re invited to participate.
Denver Film fundraiser a screaming good time
Denver Film will be celebrating the end of summer with it's 12th annual Summer Scream. The fundraiser will be taking over Lakeside Amusement Park. Ticket holders will have access to unlimited rides and open bars. This year, the immersive creators have come up with an inspired theme for the night. "Winona Ryder is kind of a fun, weird theme for us to try to do, which we try to challenge ourselves. So I think it will be really cool," said Andrew Novic, co-creator of Summer Scream. "We create experiences. So we're going to have movie sets from Winona movies, and...
Denver-based dialysis giant DaVita pays $34 million to settle another whistleblower case
DaVita, the Denver-based dialysis giant, will pay $34.49 million to settle a lawsuit alleging the company violated anti-kickback laws, the latest in a string of whistleblower settlements for the company. The lawsuit, brought by Dennis Kogod, former chief operating officer of DaVita Kidney Care, claims DaVita illegally compensated kidney doctors...
Meet Denver City Council President Amanda Sandoval
Amanda Sandoval, the Denver city councilmember from District 1, was unanimously elected as council president on Monday. She replaced Jamie Torres, who served in that role for the previous year. Sandoval, the daughter of one of Denver's most influential politicians, has been working within the halls of the Denver City and County Building since 2012, when she was hired as a council aide. ...
Soak Up Straw-Hat Days
Welcome to August: It’s “Summertime and the livin’s easy!” Sure, it can be hot, but it is always filled with adventures that ignite excitement and energy to generate summer happiness!. This month brings up a lot of different feelings. It signifies the lazy days of summer...
Community Corner | Falcons Youth Football
Transforming Lives Through Community: Falcons Youth Football. Aaron Grimes and Damien Williams of Falcons Youth Football are making a profound impact on Denver’s Park Hill Community. As former athletes turned coaches, they bring diverse talents, such as Aaron’s skills with cameras and Damien’s passion for cooking, to support the youth. They focus on more than just sports, offering mental health resources through partnerships with the Colorado Health Foundation and violence prevention programs with the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund. Their initiatives include mentorship programs, mountain retreats, and life skills classes, extending their reach beyond athletics to provide comprehensive family support. Inspired by Damien’s mother, Geraldine “Gerie” Grimes , a former president of Falcons Youth Football, they continue her legacy of community service and dedication.
STAR responded to more calls than ever in 2023. They need more city support to do more
Denver’s Support Team Assisted Response, or STAR, responded to more than 7,000 calls in 2023 — its highest response rate yet, and one that reflects the need for more resources. The police alternative started in 2020. STAR sends paramedics and mental health professionals to people in nonviolent crises,...
CREW Denver Highlights its Inaugural DEI Event with a Special Panel of Experts
CREW Denver’s inaugural DEI Signature Event showcased a distinguished panel of industry experts. The event fostered a supportive and inclusive environment, celebrating diversity with an engaging Q&A session that inspired attendees. Through personal narratives, these accomplished women shared their journeys and insights on securing a well-deserved position in the commercial real estate industry’s marketplace.
No charges for Denver police officers who shot and killed man who charged with large knife
No criminal charges will be filed against three Denver police officers who last month shot and killed a man as he advanced toward them with a large knife. Denver District Attorney Beth McCann said Miguel Tapia charged quickly at two of the officers with a knife and, thus, all three officers were legally justified in using deadly physical force to stop him.
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