Commerce City greets the holidays with a tree lighting event, introduces new public art, launches the ACT Program using federal funds, and conducts a corridor study to improve infrastructure.

The 51st United Way Turkey Trot attracted over 10,000 participants in Denver, incorporating a costume contest and raising $641,000 for community programs.

Free career advancement workshops are offered by Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center in December, including resume writing, interview prep, and software skills.

Aurora's Holiday Tree Lighting and Merry Makers Market event will offer local shopping, entertainment, and festive activities on December 3, at the Aurora Municipal Center.

Denver experienced chilly Thanksgiving weather with a low of 20°F and wind chill of 9°F, as reported by the NWS. Conditions were expected to improve slightly over the weekend.

A 77-year-old Pueblo West man was given a life sentence with possible parole after 10 years for the sexual assault and exploitation of a child over 12 years.

The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled to allow a transgender woman to play in the Mountain West Conference tournament, despite safety and fairness concerns raised by teammates.

Colorado union workers filed a class action lawsuit against Kroger and Albertsons, alleging illegal "no-poach agreements" that limit employment mobility.

Deion Sanders criticizes the Jim Thorpe Award committee for not including his player, Travis Hunter, as a finalist, highlighting Hunter's impressive season and versatility in college football.

Councilmember Melanie Potyondy will host a community listening session in Fort Collins on December 8 to engage with residents and discuss local issues.

The U.S. Department of Justice sues individuals for unlawfully fencing off land in San Juan National Forest, Colorado, affecting public access and land rights.

Denver city offices close for Thanksgiving, with emergency services like police and health available. Non-emergency issues can be reported online. Parking is free, but waste services are delayed.

An 18-year-old man died in a wrong-way crash on I-70 after his car struck a semitrailer; he was pronounced dead at the scene, and the truck driver was unharmed.