LoHi’s Velvet Lasso is expanding into an adjoining bar and lounge, planning to nearly double staff and add DJs, cocktails and late‑night small plates.

Northern Water will move a small, controlled amount of water into Chimney Hollow next week to test for uranium leaching from quarried rock before any water is released to towns.

A south Aurora carjacking turned into a chase and multi-vehicle crash Monday afternoon; two suspects were detained and an APD officer was taken for evaluation.

Anthony Edwards scored 30 as the Timberwolves erased a 19-point deficit to beat the Nuggets 119-114 and even their playoff series. Julius Randle hit the late free throws that sealed it.

A driver-owned rideshare co-op in Denver says drivers keep about 80% of each fare and the app has thousands of downloads as it bids for public contracts.

Aurora’s council advanced a resolution to “stand in mourning” with families of people killed in officer‑involved shootings, reigniting debate between activists and councilmembers. The measure moves to a study session on April 20 before a final vote.

Denver Water will close Antero Reservoir to recreation and move about 5,000 acre-feet to Cheesman to limit evaporation amid a Stage 1 drought.

Clarion Partners paid roughly $88.6M for MorningStar at Holly Park, a 160-unit senior-living campus in Centennial that has reached full occupancy.

Denver Public Schools wants students thinking about careers as early as kindergarten and has set districtwide targets to expand mentorships, internships and apprenticeships by 2029.

Mandatory evacuations were issued Monday for parts of Wellington after a wildfire east of I‑25. NOCOAlert lists the affected corridor and crews are responding.

Thornton police detained a suspect after reports of gunfire near East 101st and Williams Way; officials say no one was hurt and investigators found evidence rounds were fired.

CDPHE warns of elevated ozone from Denver to Pueblo Monday; sensitive groups should limit outdoor exertion this afternoon and evening. Check AirNow and NWS for updates.

Savills’ Q1 market brief shows Denver‑Boulder life‑sciences vacancy rose as deliveries outpaced leasing, even as select startups and big rounds keep some deals moving. Product quality is now the premium.