The City of Aurora hosts its annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Dec. 3, featuring a market, tree lighting ceremony, entertainment, and the 25th Festival of Wreaths at the Aurora History Museum.

Colorado's Thanksgiving dinner prices were among the nation's highest, despite a 5% drop in the national average cost to $58.08, with Coloradans paying $71.78.

Boulder County seeks public input on changes to Site Plan Review regulations with an open house scheduled on December 10, focusing on adjusting house size benchmarks in unincorporated areas.

Boulder's emissions have dropped by 7% in 2022, reaching a 24% reduction since 2018. Progress is attributed to clean energy and efficiency, with goals of 70% reduction by 2030 and net-zero by 2035.

Colorado Springs officials released a Homelessness Response Action Plan focusing on 60 actions including enforcement, outreach, and housing, to address homelessness over five years.

Boulder renovated racket sport courts and replaced a wooden pedestrian bridge at Coot Lake, improving accessibility and upgrading local recreational facilities.

Arapahoe County's Public Health WIC program promotes resources to combat hunger during the holiday season, sharing information on local food pantries and events like the drive-through Fresh Thanks Food Distribution.

Boulder maintains a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's LGBTQ+ inclusivity index for the fifth year, signaling its ongoing commitment to equality and safety for the LGBTQ+ community.

Colorado Springs leaders convened a Public Safety Summit to address a surge in juvenile crime, discussing strategies to tackle issues such as violence and property offenses by minors.

A partnership in Colorado is expanding local housing solutions for families in need, with Douglas County's GOALS program set to grow thanks to a $1 million federal grant.

James "Jim" Bishop, creator of the hand-built stone Bishop Castle, has died at age 80. His life work, known for its impressive dragon, attracted visitors to San Isabel National Forest for nearly 60 years.

Boulder officials offer safety tips for the holidays, including parking in well-lit areas, keeping valuables out of sight, securing homes when traveling, and being cautious of package theft. They also advise against drinking and driving.

Arapahoe County Human Services seeks gift donations for those in crisis to stock their Winter Wonderland Gift Shop, requesting a variety of items from warm blankets to toys and gift cards.