CDOT has announced closures on US 550 Red Mountain Pass on Jan. 15 for winter maintenance, from Mile Points 87 to 91, potentially delaying traffic between Ouray and Silverton.

Colorado Springs was ranked fifth in the "Best Performing Cities" index by the Milken Institute, highlighting its economic growth, diverse economy, and job opportunities despite housing challenges.

The DHS extended TPS for Venezuelan immigrants in Denver, while the city faced unrelated violent incidents with multiple stabbings near the 16th Street Mall area.

Colorado Springs drivers face road closures and detours due to the South Academy Boulevard Widening Project, part of the MAMSIP initiative, affecting I-25 ramps and traffic patterns until early 2026.

Denver celebrates the opening of St. Francis Apartments West, a new 60-unit housing community for seniors exiting homelessness, offering support services and maintaining affordability.

Florida man Fredrick Mendez has been sentenced to 41 months in prison for defrauding COVID-19 relief funds, ordered to pay over $1.5 million in restitution.

Douglas County's Recording Office services are temporarily relocating to the Elections building from Jan 15 for renovations, affecting marriage licenses and passport applications until June.

Douglas County faces a severe Norovirus outbreak, with the Health Department advising handwashing over sanitizers and encouraging people with symptoms to stay home.

The Lakewood Cultural Center is hosting "A Bee Story" by ARC Circus on February 22 for its 25th anniversary, featuring a non-verbal circus and dance performance about rebuilding a hive.

Robert Trujillo was sentenced to 20 years in prison for dragging a Brighton police officer with his car in 2023, after pleading guilty to first-degree assault.

Englewood offers $25 off annual recreation center passes until January 31 and free select fitness classes from January 20-25, promoting community wellness.

Boulder County invites residents to a virtual meeting on Jan. 16 to discuss Land Use Code amendments related to group and foster homes, and boarding houses.

Colorado State Troopers have issued over 47,000 speeding citations in 2024, reminding drivers that speeding is dangerous and contributes to injuries and deaths. A campaign is launched to change the perception of speeding as a victimless act.