Animal Services advises pet owners to provide proper shelter, heated bowls, and be vigilant for hypothermia signs in their dogs during winter, as neglect can result in legal consequences.

A Denver felon, Leonel Castillo, was sentenced to 30 months for illegal firearms trafficking via social media. He ran raffles for guns on Facebook without a license.

A grand jury indicted five people linked to a Denver home remodeling fraud involving over $1.1 million. Attorney General Weiser announced the charges, which include racketeering and theft.

Denver's forecast includes a high of 38°F with sunny conditions, followed by a clear night at 13°F. The weekend may bring snow, with significantly colder temperatures expected.

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission rejected a petition to delay gray wolf reintroduction, finding CPW's measures satisfactory, including proactive conflict management and education efforts.

Longmont and Boulder County are considering a partnership to create a compost facility, with land swap discussions set for a January 14 City Council meeting.

Colorado's AG, alongside the DOJ, filed an amended antitrust complaint against top landlords for colluding to inflate rents using a software algorithm.

Archuleta County prepares for the inauguration of Commissioner John Ranson, the re-elected District 1 Commissioner Warren Brown, and Coroner-Elect Brad Hunt at the county courthouse.

The Boulder County Commissioners have outlined their 2025 priorities focused on racial equity, environmental justice, and effective use of taxpayer funds to guide their advocacy during the Colorado legislative session.

A 16-year-old girl was killed in a home invasion in Aurora, with police searching for two connected men and Crime Stoppers offering a reward for tips.

Boulder, Colorado's urban forest canopy remains at 22%, unchanged since 2018 due to a methodological shift, as detailed in the 2025 State of the Urban Forest report.

Mitch Smith, a local volunteer with over 3,500 hours, contributes to Boulder's trail safety and visitor education as part of the Boulder Mountain Bike Patrol.

Denver's Office of Special Events announces a nightly light and music show till January 26 with shows at 5:45 PM and 6:45 PM, Tue-Sun, to brighten up the winter evenings.