The City of Fort Collins announces the opening of the new Elk Meadow Trail at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area, offering 1.75 miles of scenic trails and activities for its inaugural day. The trail is part of ongoing conservation efforts in the area.

The Pueblo County Sheriff's deputies and court staff participated in an active shooter drill at the Dennis Maes Judicial Building to test their response to such incidents.

Denver is forecasted to have a sunny day with temperatures reaching 83°F and light breezes up to 16 mph. Evening temperatures would drop to 53°F. The weekend weather is favorable, but Monday may see a 30 percent chance of rain and storms.

Boulder County opens applications for wildfire mitigation grants, aiming to reduce wildfire risks through projects funded by a local tax, with the current cycle ending on October 30, 2025.

Fort Collins will close South Timberline Road for crack sealing maintenance on Sept. 27-28, affecting traffic from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Detours will be available.

A man in Larimer County was arrested for catfishing and entrapping individuals from a dating app, resulting in charges including extortion and false imprisonment. The Sheriff's Office is seeking additional victims.

The Governor's Residence at Boettcher Mansion in Colorado is open for holiday events, offering themed decor and a festive atmosphere. Contact Carrie Splanton for bookings.

Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera of Colorado won the State Service Leadership Award for her work expanding AmeriCorps programs and addressing community needs.

Colorado Governor Polis and the State Demography Office report progress in reducing the housing shortage but acknowledge the need for more affordable homes and the challenges ahead.

Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera led a Long COVID Roundtable in Denver, focusing on personal experiences, research, and the need for collaboration in addressing Long COVID challenges.

Larimer County's 2025 Innovation Awards honor employees for enhancing service delivery, with the grand prize awarded to a team for creating a mobile call center using PC Sticks for emergency management.

Boulder Reservoir has an algae bloom; officials warn against water contact, keeping the reservoir open for boating but posting signs to alert of health risks.

Boulder County invites K-12 students to enter the 2025 Boulder St. Vrain Watershed Art Contest, themed "I am grateful for water because...," offering art supply and cash prizes.