Wheat Ridge police warn a text mimicking a Denver County Court summons is a scam; don’t click the QR code or pay. Verify with official court numbers and report suspicious messages.

DMNS’s new show brings a 60‑foot Mamenchisaurus, Argentinosaurus bones and hands‑on anatomy displays to Denver through Sept. 7, 2026.

Aurora plans a roughly $51.3M, 38,000‑sq‑ft animal shelter with construction slated for this summer and a public opening expected in 2028.

An avalanche closed westbound US 50 at Monarch Pass Sunday, prompting a detour and slower speeds as crews work to clear the slide. Expect delays on the Sawatch crossing.

Avalanche captain Gabe Landeskog scored in his first game back, a major step in a comeback that began with a knee cartilage transplant and months of rehab.

A woman collapsed inside a business on East Colfax after she was shot late Saturday. Police found a bullet hole in her car and are asking the public for tips.

A multi-vehicle collision early Sunday closed northbound I-25 at Lincoln Avenue in Lone Tree and killed at least one person. Officials urged drivers to avoid the area.

A Red Flag Warning prompted Clear Creek County to impose a temporary Stage 1 fire ban Saturday. Officials warn against open flames, fireworks and most outdoor smoking while winds and dry fuels raise fire risk.

A large grass fire burned near East 48th Avenue and Monaco in Commerce City on Saturday, prompting a multi‑agency response and heavy smoke over the area.

Family and friends held a vigil for Miguel Romero, killed in an apparent Denver road‑rage shooting on Nov. 29. Police continue to seek tips and are asking the public to contact Crime Stoppers.

Kristian Epperson's second-OT goal and Johnny Hicks' 41 saves lifted Denver to a 4-3 NCHC Frozen Faceoff title at Magness Arena.

The Transplant Games of America — an Olympic-style festival for transplant recipients, donors and families — comes to Denver June 18–23, 2026. Local teams and donor groups are ramping up community outreach.

A multi‑vehicle hit‑and‑run on eastbound I‑70 near Havana Street killed one person Saturday and forced lane closures through the Central Park area. Police are asking witnesses to come forward.