U.S. Army Corps will run a planned sediment flush at Cherry Creek Dam on May 20, raising creek levels and possibly flooding sections of the Cherry Creek Regional Trail.

A Colorado nonprofit is offering cash to ranchers to keep water in streams this spring, pitching a market‑based fix to protect fish as runoff plummets. The program uses temporary leases and legal guardrails to preserve water rights.

Wheat Ridge officers tracked a black bear from a yard into the greenbelt near W 32nd Ave; residents were asked to stay vigilant.

A $9M-plus renovation will rebuild Belleview Park’s barn, add restrooms and a pavilion, and relocate the petting zoo while preserving the miniature train. Opening weekend runs next Saturday through Memorial Day.

Broomfield police say a black bear was spotted Tuesday in the Anthem Ranch neighborhood and officers are coordinating with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Officials urge residents to secure trash and bring pets inside.

A cow that wandered from Lakewood into Denver was corralled in a city park late Tuesday after responders guided it into a fenced area.

A bobcat was spotted near South Holly and East Dry Creek in Centennial; deputies warn residents to keep pets inside and report aggressive behavior.

State tracking maps and CPW's annual report show collared wolves spending time in watersheds that drain toward Denver; the state counted a minimum of 32 wolves.

A new 681-acre open space on Castle Rock's edge will open this summer with roughly 15 miles of hikers-only trails and new trailheads. Phased openings will protect fragile habitat and archaeology.

A 250‑pound black bear fell asleep in a Falcon home's basement window well and was safely relocated by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Out-of-state vehicles now pay $15 per day at Colorado state parks starting May 1. Coloradans can use a $29 Keep Colorado Wild pass or pay about $10 daily.

Lakewood officials warned visitors after munitions debris was found on Green Mountain; the Army National Guard is conducting a phased response and visitors should "recognize, retreat and report."

A young black bear was found stuck and “zonked out” in a tree on Crooked Arrow Lane; firefighters and Colorado Parks & Wildlife lowered, tagged and relocated the animal.