Denver's weather cools slightly after near-record heat, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms increasing towards the weekend. An ozone alert is in effect for the area.

Aurora's Labor Day closures include city offices, courts, libraries, and select facilities, with outdoor areas like Aurora Reservoir open. Pools have limited hours; emergency animal services are reachable.

A garden at the Colorado Center for the Blind offers a multi-sensory educational experience for visually impaired students, promoting personal growth and life skills.

Instagram's new update auto-tags user location, raising privacy concerns. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office advises users to manually disable this feature for safety.

Denver outlines personnel cuts to mitigate a $200M budget shortfall, including 171 layoffs and the elimination of nearly 928 positions, with severance and support offered to affected employees.

Colorado Springs is seeking a volunteer for the City/County Drainage Board, responsible for advising on storm drainage funds and regulations. Applications are due by September 5, 2025.

US Highway 550 will experience full closures for culvert installation between Durango and Silverton, from August 25-28, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, potentially delaying travelers.

Denver's weekend weather offers a cooler break, a chance of thunderstorms with gusty winds, and clear skies on Sunday. The early week remains mostly sunny with mild evenings. Heat returns by Thursday with potential showers on Friday.

Tim Hand received the 47th Judge Conrad L. Ball award for his significant contributions to law enforcement and community corrections, including innovative practices and policy influence.

Boulder County Commissioners host a panel on August 18 to discuss the impact of federal policies on the local Latino community, with a focus on various issues. The event is open to public via Zoom, with Spanish interpretation available.

Douglas County Commissioners approved funding for organizations combating the opioid crisis, awarding grants to HardBeauty and Valley Hope of Parker for recovery support services.

A man's body was found near Lost Gulch Overlook after he called authorities about a possible suicide; despite search efforts, he was located deceased hours later.

Governor Jared Polis of Colorado has issued an Executive Order to strengthen wildfire response, including additional funding and potential Colorado National Guard assistance.