A Colorado bill would bar pet stores and online brokers from selling dogs and cats statewide; supporters cite puppy‑mill harms while critics warn of black‑market risks.

A hit-and-run at 40th St. and Harrison left a pedestrian seriously injured and shut down eastbound 40th. Denver police are investigating and ask witnesses to call 720-913-2000.

Denver weather transitions from cloudy to sunny with highs of 49°F and potential gusts up to 15 mph. Evening temps drop to 23°F. Warnings of hazardous weather with strong winds in other Colorado parts.

Denver Police seek public assistance via social media to locate Kelvin Henriquez-Zamora, wanted for assault and kidnapping, emphasizing safety and anonymity for tipsters.

A bus slid off the icy road in Boulder County, prompting the closure of Boulder Canyon at mile marker 32.1, with the Sheriff's Office advising alternate routes and caution on the roads.

FBI Denver and Denver Police released an image after a Jan. 24 U.S. Bank robbery on South Sheridan Boulevard and are asking for tips from anyone who recognizes the suspect.

South Metro Fire Rescue responded to a small fire inside a wall at Jack's Restaurant in Lone Tree on January 22, 2026. No injuries occurred, but the restaurant faces months of closure.

The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office reminds the community of the ongoing Stage 2 Burn Ban to prevent wildfires in areas including Centennial, Foxfield, and Deer Trail.

Colorado launches a legal support program to help local entities manage federal funds, facilitated by the Governor's Office and DOLA, with contributions from the Gates Family Foundation and Rose Community Foundation.

Monarch Mountain will open 377 acres of new terrain this Thursday, with a ribbon‑cutting and first chairs atop the Divide. The Tomichi lift adds nearly 1,000 feet of vertical and a dozen new runs.

DRCOG will use a nearly $200M EPA grant to subsidize heat pumps, train installers and deliver free upgrades to low‑income households across the Denver region.

The ThorntonPD highlighted Officer Sibert of the Traffic Unit, emphasizing his dedication to safety, dietary habits, and potential alternate career as a firefighter.

Broomfield plans a town hall on Feb. 23 to educate residents on wildfire preparedness and emergency response, including evacuations and household measures. A Q&A session will be included.