Denver-born Birdcall signed a five-unit franchise deal with Littleton partners to bring the chicken chain into Southwest Denver, with the first location expected in about 18 months.

Shareholders at Denver’s SM Energy and Civitas approved a $12.8B all‑stock merger, clearing the way for a combined, Denver‑headquartered oil-and-gas company. The deal carries a planned leadership transition and an expected Jan. 30 close.

RedBird Farms pulled nearly 2,000 pounds of teriyaki chicken from King Soopers and City Market after discovering undeclared sesame oil. Stores will accept returns.

A condemned 1940s fortune-cookie plant in Denver’s Baker neighborhood has been reborn as the Cookie Factory: a privately funded, free contemporary art space with rotating site-specific shows.

Jeppesen ForeFlight cut a large share of its Arapahoe County staff this week; employees and pilots reacted as the company disputed the scale and promised support.

Vail Resorts says season-to-date skier visits are down 20% through Jan. 4 as Western snow fell far short of normal. The company warned the weak start could nudge earnings below prior guidance unless conditions improve.

Lady Justice Brewing receives a grant for spunding valves to make their brewing more sustainable, supported by Englewood's Sustainable Business Partnership Program.

Governor Polis promotes Small Business Saturday, urging Coloradans to support local entrepreneurs to fortify the state's economy. His administration highlights the state's business-friendly initiatives and diverse shopping opportunities.

Toys "R" Us reopened a flagship store in Colorado, with plans for more stores and holiday pop-ups, aiming to increase its U.S. presence after bankruptcy and acquisition by WHP Global.

Denver Auditor Timothy O’Brien reported prime contractors violated contracts without penalty, disadvantaging small, minority, and women-owned business subcontractors; a lack of oversight and communication was also highlighted.

BoodleBox, an AI platform for education, is relocating its headquarters to Colorado Springs, promising 30 new jobs and enhanced AI collaboration in the area.

The MICHELIN Guide awarded its first two-star rating in Colorado to The Wolf’s Tailor in Denver, and one-star ratings to three new restaurants, highlighting the state's culinary growth.

Mytikas Manufacturing is bringing 170 new jobs to Fremont County, Colorado, focusing on steel and tiny home production, facilitated by the state's Rural Jump-Start program.