Douglas County's Care Compact provides integrated support for mental health challenges, reducing crises and law enforcement contacts, and won the 2025 NACo Award in Human Services.

Denver anticipates a heatwave with temperatures reaching 99 degrees, minimal wind relief, and a low chance of rain. Fire Weather Watch is in effect due to possible dry thunderstorms.

Lafayette Fire Department welcomed new members, Firefighter Strizki and Firefighter/Paramedic Swanson, at a recent Badge Ceremony, celebrating the start of their service.

A rock spill on I-25 near Alameda caused traffic delays. Denver Police and Colorado Courtesy Patrol swiftly cleared the debris, with CDOT bringing a plow to help.

An 18-year-old drowned at Lake Pueblo State Park despite rapid rescue efforts and CPR by CPW officers and a diver. He was found 65 yards from shore without a life jacket. The victim's identity and cause of death are pending a coroner's investigation.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife continues efforts to reintroduce the native Arkansas Darter into Sand Creek in collaboration with the City of Colorado Springs, aiming to establish self-sustaining populations.

Boulder Fire-Rescue introduces a naloxone leave-behind program to reduce opioid overdose deaths by providing free naloxone kits and adding buprenorphine treatment options.

Colorado Springs expands its Trackchair Program, providing all-terrain wheelchairs for people with mobility issues to access Ute Valley Park and Bluestem Prairie Open Space.

Broomfield announces funding opportunities for health and human services initiatives, with applications for the Health Ambassador and Nonprofit Grant Programs opening on August 18.

Denver police respond to a non-fatal shooting at E. 45th Ave. and N. Clayton St., with ongoing investigations.

Douglas County is developing a 2050 Transportation Plan, seeking public input to enhance mobility with safer and smarter travel options, aiming for collaborative, forward-thinking infrastructure improvements.

The CDOT announces road closures on I-25 and detours for bridge work as part of the I-25 North Express Lanes project, aiming to minimize long-term traffic disruptions.

Douglas County implemented Stage 1 Fire Restrictions due to high wildfire risks, limiting activities like open burning and fireworks, but allowing use of gas stoves and small campfires in designated areas.