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Officials provide update on 'exotic' non-native critter spotted on Colorado trail
In case you missed it, a Patagonian Mara – native to Argentina – was recently spotted on a trail in the Denver area. The sighting raised obvious questions – for starters, how did an animal native to an entirely different part of the world end up in the Centennial State? About two weeks after the sighting went viral, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has posted an update on the situation. The...
Colorado's record number of water-related deaths so far this year
As Colorado swelters, people naturally take to the water. But this year is on track for a record number of drownings in the state's lakes, rivers and reservoirs. A man who fell off of his inner tube and drowned while on the Arkansas River last weekend became Colorado’s 25th water-related death this season, which is on course to become the worst on record according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials.
One dead, one injured following a semi vs train collision in Dundy County
UPDATE 2:39pm (CT), 1:39pm (MT) The Dundy County Sheriff's Office have identified the driver of the semi-truck as Matthew Drinkwalter, 46 of Midwest Wyoming and the passenger has been identified as Steven Drinkwalter, 61 from Casper Wyoming. ----- Dundy County - One person is dead and one person injured after...
You gotta love seeing smart moves from the Broncos front office
The Denver Broncos are rebuilding and I’m encouraged to see the moves the team is making today as they embrace an actual rebuild. Quinn Meinerz is one hell of a great NFL guard. He’s worked his tail off since he was drafted (and before) to get to this point in his career. He’s earned this extension and shows signs of being a player with a very long career in front of him.
Bodega restaurant in Denver forced to change name to 'Odie B's' following legal dispute
A new flare-up in the Denver-Kansas City rivalry has prompted a name change for one local eatery. The popular Sunnyside restaurant (now formerly known as) Bodega, which opened in 2022 at 2651 W. 38th Ave. in Denver, has been forced to change its name to “Odie B’s” following a cease and desist order from “La Bodega,” a Spanish tapas lounge in Kansas City, Missouri.
American Ninja Warrior Park Opens in Denver
American Ninja Warrior Adventure Park, based on the hit NBC show, opened last month in Denver. The 37,000-sq.-ft. facility brings challenges from the TV program into a setting for participants of all ages and fitness levels. The Denver location was the company’s second. The first was in Santa Ana, Calif.,...
Denver firefighter sues department for unpaid overtime
A Denver firefighter is suing the department, claiming he wasn't paid for overtime worked while he was in the fire academy. Shane Walter and his attorneys allege the unpaid overtime violates the Fair Labor Standards Act.In the lawsuit, filed July 15, Walter says that while attending the 18-week fire academy for new hires, he was given a flat salary representing a 40-hour work week. But Walter says each work day typically ran from 4:30am to 3:15-4:00pm and then the trainees were required to complete chores, such as cleaning. The lawsuit also claims the trainees had to attend nightly study sessions...
Broncos hire Super Bowl 50 champion as a coaching intern for training camp
Two-time single-season tackle leader and Super Bowl 50 champion Todd Davis is back with the Denver Broncos. With aspirations of a coaching career, Denver is allowing their former linebacker to start this new journey with the team he helped win a Lombardi Trophy. Davis announced on his DNVR Broncos podcast that the Broncos are hiring him as a coaching intern for the upcoming training camp.
Milliken Police Officer Cleared Of Criminal Wrongdoing In Teen’s Shooting
A Milliken police officer has been cleared of any criminal charges in connection with the shooting of a teenager last month. That determination was made by Weld County DA Michael Rourke who issued his decision in a press release Wednesday. Authorities say on June 3rd, 18 year old Colin Brixius called police to say he was in front of Milliken Middle School and told police to come get him. Upon an officer’s arrival, Brixius reportedly began to run at the officer with a large knife in hand, prompting the officer to first deploy his Taser, which had no effect, and then to fire five rounds. Brixius was released from the hospital July 11, and booked into the Weld County Jail on charges of first-degree assault on a public official and felony menacing.
Goodbye Redbox: Colorado Communities Say Farewell To DVD Kiosks
Remember when the weekends in Colorado included a trip to the local Blockbuster Video store to rent your favorite movie? From VHS to DVD, Blockbuster grew to more than 8000 stores from the late 80s until they stopped operating in 2013. Fast forward to 2024 and we are saying goodbye...
Sam’s Club To Make Drastic Change for Colorado Members
People absolutely love huge warehouse stores. For many, paying the cost of admission to get access to some incredible deals on anything from food to electronics is simply too good of a deal to pass up. However, there has been some recent controversy with how these stores are dealing out...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has a plan to improve outdoor recreation. Let the agency know what you think.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is looking for feedback from the public on a five-year plan to improve and sustain its outdoor recreation programs. Goals in the plan include mostly general concepts, like creating programs so “all Coloradans and visitors have access to and opportunity for sustainable outdoor recreation” and directing more financial resources to recreation and conservation programs.
Colorado nonprofit helps keep students engaged during summer months
DENVER — A nonprofit in Colorado offers students equal access to academic development as well as social and emotional support through its free after-school and summer programs. The Colorado Dream Foundation has been serving students in marginalized communities since 1988. The nonprofit's locations in Green Valley Ranch and the...
Broncos Great Terrell Davis Says Race Was Underlying Reason For Airplane Arrest
It appears United Airlines messed with the wrong person. After inexplicably being removed from a United plane in handcuffs over the weekend, Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis is putting the airline on blast for the way it treated him during the incident. "I certainly felt like that wouldn’t ...
WWE announces Colorado live events
DENVER — World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) has announced its return to Colorado. WWE will host two events at Ball Arena in Denver over Labor Day weekend. The professional wrestling company will host "NXT No Mercy" at Ball Arena on Sunday, Sept. 1, at 6:30 p.m. Performers on the card...
Investigation continues after missing Denver boy found in Colorado Springs homeless camp
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Police are continuing to investigate how a young runaway from Denver ended up in a homeless camp in Colorado Springs. A woman found with him, who attempted to pass the boy off as her son, is now facing a slew of serious charges, including child abuse.
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