CSU trials and a city planting sprint are testing drought‑tolerant, pest‑resistant trees as emerald ash borer and heat pressure reshape Denver's canopy. The goal: find species that actually survive.

A Trinidad man was found dead near the Ludlow Massacre memorial; state investigators are treating the death as suspicious and are asking for tips.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely around midday Wednesday, making the afternoon commute slick. A warm, dry weekend follows with highs near 85 on Memorial Day.

A Cherry Creek Schools trustee resigned after written complaints alleged he asked immigrants if they used a 'coyote' to cross the border, records show. The move comes amid wider scrutiny of district leadership.

Near‑freezing start Tuesday with frost in places; scattered showers and late‑day storms likely.

Colletta will open this summer at The Westin Riverfront in Avon, serving house-made pastas, wood-fired pizzas and scenic patio dining.

A pedestrian died overnight after being struck by an RTD light-rail train near N. Quebec Street and Smith Road, Denver police say.

A Colorado nonprofit is offering cash to ranchers to keep water in streams this spring, pitching a market‑based fix to protect fish as runoff plummets. The program uses temporary leases and legal guardrails to preserve water rights.

Benihana Express will open at 1380 16th St in the 16M building, taking roughly 3,035 sq ft and joining new dining arrivals on Denver’s 16th Street Mall.

Denver investor Jeremy Spira bought the 115‑year‑old 2 South Broadway for about $1.5M, reigniting local debate over what will replace Mutiny. Neighbors are pushing for indie retail and music uses.

A chaotic May 3 incident left a Greeley man facing felony charges after a crash and an alleged attack on officers. Authorities say off-duty deputies helped restrain the suspect.

FMCSA's Motus registration system goes live in mid‑May; carriers and owner‑ops should confirm Portal accounts and company‑official info to avoid delays.

Deputies found multiple dead and malnourished horses at an El Paso County property; the owner was arrested and faces aggravated animal‑cruelty counts.