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Optional $29 vehicle fee raises $39.7M, exceeds goal for Colorado Parks and Wildlife
(The Center Square) – Coloradans contributed $39.7 million to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife in the first year of a vehicle registration program. More than 1.5 million Coloradans purchased a $29 “Keep Colorado Wild Pass” when they registered a car, motorcycle, recreational vehicle or light truck through the Division of Motor Vehicles. The fee is included in the registration unless the resident chooses to opt out. If a resident purchases a pass, the Department of Motor Vehicles prints a Colorado Parks and Wildlife logo on...
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.
Deion Sanders Sends Awesome Message To Robert Griffin III After ESPN Debacle
Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III has found himself gone from ESPN after his services were terminated. This led Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders to send him a message of support amid his firing. ESPN has made significant changes to its on-air talent, parting ways with Griffin and Samantha...
Fact check: Gov. Jared Polis made inaccurate, misleading claims at Democratic National Convention
When it came his turn to speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Wednesday night, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis criticized "Project 2025," a 900-plus document published by the Heritage Foundation, and made several claims that are inaccurate or misleading. Polis brought a copy of the handbook on stage...
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...
Denver to tap extra funds as immigrants are facing mass evictions in the city
Few non-border cities have received more migrants than Denver over the past two years. Since December 2022, 42,000 migrants have migrated to the Colorado capital, with the city doling out hundreds of millions to shelter migrants since. The city has spent close to $74 million in housing and support services...
Panthers, Saints May Make Sense for Broncos Trade Candidate
The Carolina Panthers or New Orleans Saints may make sense for Broncos trade candidate running back, Javonte Williams before the regular season. A Bleacher Report article says that Denver could move on from the player after having plenty of talent in the backfield. This is interesting considering that the Broncos could put him as RB1 this upcoming season but the North Carolina product was able to finish last year with 217 carries for 774 yards and three touchdowns. He was still able to lead the talented backfield despite tearing his ACL a year earlier but the former second-rounder could be in a new uniform since the running backs behind him could be overwhelming for him.
Popular Colorado Ski Area Put on Sale
It’s hard to believe, but in less than a month at this point, summer will be coming to an end. To be exact, the last day of summer will be on September 22nd. Sure, we’re going to miss many of the awesome activities that make summertime great. Many people are also going to miss that extra daylight you get each summer.
Deadliest 14er: A Colorado Climber’s Nightmare Has Seen 70+ Deaths
Lots of people see Colorado's incredible Rocky Mountain peaks and instantly imagine themselves being able to hike to the top of all of them. Some of Colorado's 14er mountains are easier to summit than others, and some 14ers have a history of being more deadly than others. Did you know...
Unique opportunity means nighttime ride on iconic Colorado train
Photographers, take note! The iconic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is set to host its annual 'fall photography' event from September 14 to 16 and this year, it comes with a special twist. New this season will be night photography shoots directly on the line opposed to depot nighttime...
Fact check: Gov. Jared Polis made inaccurate, misleading claims at Democratic National Convention
When it came his turn to speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Wednesday night, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis criticized "Project 2025," a 900-plus document published by the Heritage Foundation, and made several claims that are inaccurate or misleading. Polis brought a copy of the handbook on stage...
“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...
Nikola Jokic had lavish gifts for Serbia teammates after Olympic bronze win
Nikola Jokic is definitely in a giving mood this summer. EuroHoops reports this week that the Denver Nuggets star Jokic spent up on some lavish gifts for his Serbia teammates following their bronze medal victory at the Paris Olympics. He reportedly bought Rolex watches costing $32,500 each for all 11 of his teammates. That comes... The post Nikola Jokic had lavish gifts for Serbia teammates after Olympic bronze win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Josh Reynolds has “wear and tear” in Achilles
Broncos receiver Josh Reynolds did not practice Friday, instead working on a side field. Coach Sean Payton said Reynolds is dealing with “wear and tear” in one of his Achilles tendons but expects the free agent signee to be fine. “Today he felt a lot better,” Payton said...
Downtown drivers: A block near Coors Field is closed this weekend for cornhole
Downtown Denver’s had a lot of road closures lately, and this weekend’s may be the weirdest. 21st Street is shuttered this weekend from Blake to Market streets so people can throw beanbags into holes — a cornhole tournament. The closure stretches one block, for the event that starts at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23 and ends at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25. The road should be open again by Monday morning.
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