Denver's weather cools slightly after near-record heat, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms increasing towards the weekend. An ozone alert is in effect for the area.

Jefferson County improves school safety with a new raised crosswalk and speed hump in anticipation of the back-to-school season, prioritizing pedestrian well-being.

The Martin Luther King Jr. Library in Aurora is reopening after a significant expansion funded by a $2.5 million federal grant, doubling its size to 14,000 square feet. Two smaller branches will close, with the city enhancing other services.

Boulder drug dealer Carlos Centeno-Izaguirre pleads guilty to all charges, including distributing a dose that killed Tyson Baker, potentially facing 12-190 years in prison.

Jefferson County Head Start is expanding with four new locations to serve more preschoolers and toddlers, addressing the local child care crisis with a federal grant.

Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office announced a joint law enforcement operation arrest of the Tren de Aragua gang, seizing 60+ weapons and drugs, leading to a 75% drop in crime calls.

Aurora's Labor Day closures include city offices, courts, libraries, and select facilities, with outdoor areas like Aurora Reservoir open. Pools have limited hours; emergency animal services are reachable.

The Derby Fire in Eagle County, Colorado, expanded rapidly, prompting new evacuations and a public closure of the affected areas due to its spread and the difficulties caused by the remote, rugged terrain.

Education support staff at Aurora Public Schools are campaigning for the right to unionize, demanding better wages and working conditions amidst reports of unequal treatment.

Denver expects varied weather, with sunny conditions turning into showers and thunderstorms. A cold front will bring more storms over the weekend, and there's an Ozone Action Day Alert due to high pollution levels.

The Larimer County Sheriff's Office reported on social media about their efforts in controlling a small fire in the Laramie River Valley and reminded the public about fire safety.

Fort Collins plans mosquito spraying on August 21 to combat West Nile virus, advising residents to stay indoors during the procedure and offering a GPS tracking system for awareness.

A garden at the Colorado Center for the Blind offers a multi-sensory educational experience for visually impaired students, promoting personal growth and life skills.