A lightning strike on Mount Blue Sky’s summit Sunday killed one and injured four, officials said. Rescuers airlifted victims and authorities are investigating.

Mayor Mike Johnston convened a task force to design universal child care for Denver; a pilot is planned for next fall and the group's membership will be unveiled Monday. Cost and funding questions remain.

A short break from near‑100 heat arrives Monday, July 27 — but late‑day storms could bring gusty winds and heavy, localized rain.

A private plan called Denver West Express sketches a $33 billion, battery‑powered rail from DIA into the Rockies with long tunnels, Frisco charging and express runs to Avon. Backers say it would relieve I‑70 congestion, but the plan faces major engineering and funding hurdles.

Triple‑digit heat and a Heat Advisory today; late‑day storms possible. Cooling centers will be available across the city.

Longtime Boulder councilmember Mark Wallach abruptly resigned after an 8–1 vote to pursue FAA grants for the municipal airport, leaving his seat vacant until November. The move raises stakes in an already consequential council election.

Near‑100 heat hits Denver this weekend with Heat Advisories in place. Afternoon storms are possible; cooling centers are open.

Near‑100°F heat moves into Denver this weekend with Heat Advisories in effect. Find cooling centers and heat‑safety tips.

Denver police say a robbery was reported just before 7:30 a.m. on East 12th Avenue; no injuries were reported and detectives have the case under active investigation.

Internal emails show Colorado unemployment staff urged claimants to cancel appeals, prompting hearing officers to call the outreach "disturbing" and raising legal questions about due process.

Garth Brooks will play Ball Arena on Sept. 4–5 as part of his Blame It All On My Roots tour; tickets for the Denver dates go on sale July 31 at 10 a.m. MT.

Attorney General Phil Weiser tapped Jefferson County Commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper as his lieutenant governor pick, pairing suburban government experience with a statewide ticket. The move spotlights local budget and opioid‑recovery work ahead of a November matchup with Victor Marx.

A bear was struck by a car on Yosemite Street in Lone Tree; local police and Colorado Parks and Wildlife responded while traffic was limited.