Prescribed pile burns to reduce wildfire risks are happening today in Southeast Boulder, with visible smoke expected between 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. near Highway 36 and Cherryvale Road.

Boulder County has allocated $1.3 million from voter-approved taxes to improve local emergency services, including fire engine purchases and station upgrades.

A fatal collision between a semi truck and a snowplow on I-25 in Huerfano County resulted in the death of the truck driver; details are being investigated.

Colorado distributes $1.17 million in grants to enhance outdoor recreation and conservation, facilitated by the Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative, supporting statewide collaborative projects.

A shooting at Dayton RTD Light Rail Station in Greenwood Village resulted in two injured individuals, with the police searching for suspects and nearby schools delaying dismissal.

King Soopers seeks a restraining order against striking workers, citing harassment claims. The union criticizes the move as stifling negotiation efforts for better conditions.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hosting a virtual caucus for hunters and anglers on February 25 to discuss wildlife management and resource stewardship issues.

Denver recreation centers are open as warming spaces due to cold weather risks, with public health advice to stay warm safely, protect pets, and use other resources like libraries and HOST shelters.

Centennial city offices, including the Municipal Court, will be closed on Monday, February 17, for Presidents' Day, with operations resuming on Tuesday.

Governor Jared Polis and CPW are discussing with partners to potentially create a Pikes Peak Recreation Area, aligning with a vision for outdoor activities and sustainable land management in Colorado.

Sophie Bergan, an Ankeny, Iowa native and Korbel School student, won a Fulbright after immersing herself in international cultures and crafting a unique application that showcased her passion for global food systems.

The University of Denver inaugurated eight new research entities, including six centers and two institutes, enhancing its scholarly capacity and innovation.

The Colorado Supreme Court heard arguments from Boulder County and the City of Boulder against ExxonMobil and Suncor over their alleged climate crisis liabilities.