Vail approved an aggressive plan to cut outdoor water use roughly 50% this summer, trimming flower plantings and limiting some water features to protect Gore Creek amid a record‑low snowpack.

A passenger died and two drivers were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash at South Peoria and East Jewell in Aurora; police say alcohol may have been a factor.

Some Denver‑area customers say opting out of Xcel’s new smart meters has become costly and confusing — one Aurora resident told a local station it could run into five figures. Here’s what Xcel’s documents and regulators say and where to start if you’re affected.

NextEra and Platte River broke ground June 4 on a 100‑MW/400‑MWh battery in Ault to shore up Northern Colorado’s grid and deliver power to Fort Collins, Loveland, Longmont and Estes Park.

DOJ moved to intervene in a federal challenge to Colorado's HB21‑1060, saying the state law conflicts with federal U‑visa rules and could force unwanted certifications.

The Denver Housing Authority's board removed CEO Joaquín Cintrón Vega after an internal disagreement. Joshua Crawley will serve as interim CEO as the agency continues major projects.

A weeklong pilot that closed Wynkoop Street outside Union Station drew more pedestrians and produced manageable traffic impacts, prompting city officials to study a permanent pedestrian plaza.

The former Bubba Gump site at 1437 California St. sold for $1.8M to a Denver LLC tied to Amnon Ben Ari; the buyer aims to reopen a bar or restaurant within months.

Longtime vendors at Denver Central Market say they were pushed out as several stalls closed, leaving empty counters in RiNo's flagship food hall.

At a West Highland forum, SD34 candidates split sharply on rent control — one backs stabilization, the other pushes permitting reform and more housing.

A Denver debate meant to test GOP hopefuls instead spiraled into a surreal hour of pardons, threats and fundraising boasts. The showdown clarified sharp splits inside the party.

Sandoitchi has moved into RiNo ArtPark and extended its Denver residency through Aug. 30, operating daytime hours Tuesday–Sunday.

Greeley and other Northern Colorado leaders say a lack of dispatchable power and slow transmission timelines could delay homes and big employers. Regulators and Xcel are racing to lock projects before tax credits expire.