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One Colorado Sheriff’s Department Can Wear Cowboy Hats Again
For the first time this century, one Colorado sheriff's department will once again be allowed to wear cowboy hats while on the clock. It has been more than four decades since the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office has worn cowboy hats and now, if officers choose to do so, they can once again.
Tourism In Colorado Takes Enormous Hit
I may be biased, but Colorado is a phenomenal place to hang out in. As a resident of Colorado, I see firsthand why thousands of tourists flock here each year. Whether they’re attending concerts at Red Rocks, skiing or snowboarding in Aspen, or exploring our national parks, Colorado offers something for everyone.
Keeping your pets safe this 4th of July
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region reminds those celebrating this week to keep their pets in mind. While, of course, people want to celebrate the holiday alongside family and friends - pets included - it is important to remember that while the sound of fireworks can be fun to us, it can be terrifying to our furry friends.
Coloradans Better Check the Budget For 4th Of July BBQs
Independence Day in Colorado often comes with the gathering of friends and family for a "good old fashioned" barbecue. For 2024, you may want to start looking at ways to cut corners. We all love, burgers, hot dogs, beers, potato salad, baked beans, and America. What we don't love is...
When and Where to See Fireworks in Northern Colorado
Northern Colorado skies will burst with beauty for the Fourth of July; after all, Colorado is easily one of the most patriotic in the union. Here’s when and where to find Fourth of July fun and the times for each NoCo fireworks show. What time do the fireworks start?
Learn about Colorado’s ag policy at public forum
The Colorado Department of Agriculture will host an hour-long community public forum on Tuesday, July 9, at the Rio Grande Farm Park in Alamosa. The meeting is in-person only, with no zoom connection. The public forum will include a Q&A with Colorado Department of Agriculture staff. It begins at 5:30 p.m. The Rio Grande Farm Park is located in East Alamosa off CO-17.
Colorado’s Peach Season Comes Early This Year
While Colorado may not be the state known for its produce, we sure do have some amazing things that come from here. Rocky Ford melons, Olathe sweet corn, and who could forget about Palisade peaches? When it comes to peaches, I could easily pass on any other variety like Georgia peaches. To me, they are just bland.
Arielle Orsuto leaving 9NEWS sports department
A familiar face is leaving the 9NEWS sports department and heading to Seattle. Arielle Orsuto this week announced her departure from the Denver-based Tegna station. "This will be my last week in Denver and at 9NEWS," Orsuto wrote in a social media post on X. "While this city and this team have been my absolute dream home for the last five years, I’m following my heart and my passion to a new adventure."
"Crimes could escalate": Suspect appears to target college-aged women in Boulder
The Boulder Police Department is asking the public for help amid an indecent exposure and possible burglary investigation that involves a suspect potentially targeting local college-aged women. The police say the suspect, 51-year-old Nimroid Boles Folsom, has been seen following college-aged women to their homes at night over the past few days in Boulder's University Hill and Goss Grove neighborhoods. Police have indicated that the suspect has a prior arrest record related to the crimes and that they're worried that these alleged crimes could escalate. ...
Shannon Sharpe Reveals Terrifying Reason He Avoids Sleepovers at Women’s Homes
Shannon Sharpe had an impressive NFL career with the Denver Broncos, which included three Super Bowl titles and eight trips to the Pro Bowl. However, Sharpe shared a frightening story about the reason he refuses to sleep over at women's houses anymore. During an episode of Funky Friday, ...
Denver airport uses face recognition technology
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - New technology may make the airport lines less of a headache. The Denver International Airport is trying to use face recognition machines to get people through security faster. The machines scan government IDs for basic information, then reveal boarding information in 10 seconds. Delays are...
Interest picks up for guided hikes at rare lands near Colorado Springs
Despite the heat that lays thick on the unshaded prairie and rock east of Colorado Springs, and despite the gate that keeps the 700-plus acres closed to the general public, people continue to seek Corral Bluffs Open Space. "The first hike of June, I actually had to spread out over...
CU-Denver’s College in Prison Program Expanding Its Course Offerings
Incarcerated learners in the Colorado correctional system will soon be eligible for additional higher education courses, including Colorado University – Denver, Adams State and Red Rocks Community College. This past year, CU-Denver’s Communications Department offered special help in how some students in prison could become better, more effective communicators.
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