Cold‑water shock can incapacitate swimmers in minutes — even in mid‑summer. Experts and local agencies explain the risks and how to stay safe at Colorado lakes.

FBI and Cheyenne police say a temporary flight restriction and strict No Drone Zone cover Cheyenne Frontier Days; unauthorized flights can trigger heavy fines and prosecution.

Crews contained a structure fire near East Evans Ave and S Corona St in southeast Denver; the cause is under investigation.

Denver heats up Friday with highs near 95F and weekend highs climbing toward 99F. Cooling centers are open and a Heat Advisory may be issued for the metro.

DHA presented its plan to modernize decades‑old Westridge and Mulroy public housing, proposing about 500 homes and a phased relocation strategy.

DHA and Brikwell bought 3.6 acres at 5000 Tower Road to develop Green Valley Vistas, a 156‑unit affordable housing project with family units and an early‑childhood center.

Douglas County approved a nearly $22.8M Axon contract to replace Flock cameras and add a countywide drone response system; officials say the county will retain its data and run audits.

Denver will end rolling weekly DMV closures on Aug. 3 and shift dealer and fleet transactions to the Tremont site as new hires finish training.

Denver officials are moving to buy a 0.4‑acre lot at 1028 N Acoma St. to create a neighborhood park, with the council slated to review the roughly $3M deal this month.

A small inflatable raft capsized at Cherry Creek State Park’s swim beach; responders recovered a man from the reservoir and investigators are on scene.

Weld County says 44‑year‑old Benjamin Weir, listed as a sexually violent predator, is wanted on a parole‑violation warrant. Authorities ask anyone with information to call (970) 304‑6464 or 911.

A South Salt Lake man was robbed after withdrawing $1,400 from an ATM and suffered injuries when a truck ran over his arms. Police arrested a 55‑year‑old suspect and are investigating.

A Flock Safety alert plus a Grappler and drone led Aurora police to a stolen Hyundai; the driver hid under a trampoline before officers recovered a firearm and made arrests.