New Castle
LATEST NEWS
Fire and smoke forecast in Fort Collins, rest of Colorado
That familiar orange glow is back in Fort Collins, with wildfires burning across the West and Canada. A wildfire and smoke map shows Fort Collins covered by a "medium density" smoke cloud, with many fires burning in other states to the north, southwest and northwest. ...
Greeley, Colorado, Sees End of Historic Business and a Great Mural
You never know where you're going to find great art in Colorado; it could be along side of an old building, like you'll find in Greeley. The problem with old buildings as a canvas - sometimes those buildings have to come down. Yes, the only thing constant is change, but it's still sad to see not only a wonderful mural go, but also a beloved bike shop.
TRANSCRIPT: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s State of the City address
DENVER, CO — Below is the prepared transcript of Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s State of the City address, provided by the mayor's office and delivered on Monday, July 22 at the Paramount Theater in downtown Denver. MAYOR MIKE JOHNSTON’S 2024 STATE OF THE CITY TRANSCRIPT. I remember...
Fueled by Broncos' support, Colorado girls flag football athletes embrace opportunity to compete at national level
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Girls high school flag football has taken off in Colorado, with the Denver Broncos and Denver Broncos Foundation providing continuous support for the growth of the sport. Four girls flag football athletes recently had an opportunity to showcase this growth by bringing their talent and experience...
Suspect, Police Officer Injured In Shooting Near City Park In Fort Collins
Bullets flew Sunday near Fort Collins’ City Park as a driver involved in a single-vehicle crash nearby exchanged gunfire with responding Fort Collins police officers. According to the Coloradoan, the incident, which began around 12:41 p.m. Sunday, left both an officer and the driver injured, according to a Fort Collins police news release around 4 p.m. Sunday. The officer is expected to recover, but no official word on the driver’s condition. No civilians were injured in the incident.
After Over 30 Years and New Owners, Colorado Sandwich Shop May Be Closed for Good
A sandwich shop in Colorado that began as a college class project blossomed into a legendary spot near campus. What began in 1988 may have seen its official last day in the summer of 2024. Running a restaurant/bar, even one as small as this one, isn't easy. When you add...
Reader: It's Not Supply and Demand. It's Supply, Demand and Money
The city's 36.8 percent increase in housing inventory during the first quarter of 2024 makes Denver the highest among all large cities in the United States, according to a new national report. Local data tells a similar story, showing major increases in the last month alone. The Denver Metro Association of Realtors market trends report for June showed 10,214 active listings on the market at the end of June, a 68.27 percent increase from the same month last year.
Rockies' Todd Helton reaches Hall of Fame, baseball's ultimate mountaintop
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. - Todd Helton reached the top of the mountain. Ozzie Smith said the National Baseball Hall of Fame is the peak of performance as a baseball player. The Colorado Rockies great turned Coors Field’s elevated backdrop into his new destination on Sunday alongside fellow 2024 inductees Adrian Beltré, Joe Mauer and Jim Leyland.
Oregon Ducks QB, Denver Broncos Rookie Bo Nix "Taking Advantage" of Opportunity Going Into Training Camp
Bo Nix is trying to do exactly what he did in college: take advantage of his opportunities. That began at offseason workouts and continues later this week when the former Oregon Duck begins training camp with the Denver Broncos.
Encouraging applications for Library District's Board of Trustees. Apply now!
High Plains Library District in Greeley, Colorado is encouraging people to apply to be on their Board of Trustees despite reasons they may have heard that dissuade them from applying. The library district acknowledges potential concerns that there may be better candidates out there, but they stress the importance of individuals taking the initiative to apply for the role. They emphasize that it is the responsibility of the applicants to submit their applications, and the library district's responsibility to sort through the candidates to make a challenging decision. The library district aims to make the selection process robust and is seeking diverse and qualified applicants. Interested individuals can apply by visiting www.mylibrary.us/board.
Peyton Manning named one of ESPN’s top 100 athletes since 2000
Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning continues to be a large part of the sports landscape since his retirement from the Denver Broncos in 2016. From the ManningCast broadcast with his brother Eli to his own ESPN+ series Peyton’s Places and his constant involvement with the Broncos franchise, Manning remains a larger-than-life figure on and off the football field. Last week, Manning was named as part of ESPN’s ranking of the top 100 athletes since 2000, coming in at No. 26. Manning’s time with the Indianapolis Colts was Hall of Fame-worthy on its own as he won a Super Bowl, was selected...
Volunteers keep Northern Colorado laundry truck's mission rolling after crash
A mobile laundry service in Fort Collins and Loveland is back on the road five months after its truck was damaged in a crash. The mobile laundry service has been operated by Homeward Alliance volunteers for five years, providing free and accessible laundry to people with low income and families and people experiencing homelessness. Volunteers drive the laundry truck — outfitted with six washers and six dryers — to locations in Fort Collins and Loveland weekly so clients can have their laundry washed, dried and folded for free.
Denver City Council to consider almost $11 million in spending on immigration services
The Denver City Council on Monday will consider spending $10.7 million in contract approvals that will serve immigrants enrolled in the city’s asylum seeker program, helping them find housing and pay their utilities. Last month, Denver kicked off its work force training program which is designed to help immigrants...
Denver Nuggets close Summer League with consecutive wins thanks to Trey Alexander's late takeover
It took some clutch offense from Trey Alexander for the Nuggets to avoid a collapse in their Summer League finale, a 91-82 win over the Pelicans on Saturday in Las Vegas. Denver saw an early 23-point lead dissolve in the final minutes. Then, Alexander scored or assisted 10 of Denver’s final 16 points. The rookie finished with 19 points, making 8 of his 10 shots from the field and all three of his 3-pointers. He added seven rebounds, three assists, one steal and a block in 29 minutes. The former Creighton standout averaged more than 17 points, five rebounds and two assists over five Summer League games.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.