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Colorado’s new E-Bike Law can give tickets to parents -what you need to know
If your kid has been begging for an e-bike — or already has one — listen up. Colorado’s new law, the Cole Bradley Act, went into effect August 12, and […]2 minutes ago
Denver Broncos release 2026 uniform schedule — Orange Crush throwbacks return twice
I’ll just say it: when the Broncos released their 2026 uniform schedule Wednesday, I got more excited than I did for the actual game schedule back in May. And judging […]1 hour ago
Colorado’s own Ziggi’s Coffee releases everything bagel-flavored latte
Leave it to a Colorado coffee company to look at an everything bagel schmeared with cream cheese and think, “What if we made that a latte?” Ziggi’s Coffee, the Longmont-born chain […]4 hours ago
Savannah Bananas players to serve coffee at Denver-area Dunkin’ locations before Coors Field games
The Savannah Bananas – the backflipping, kilt-wearing, TikTok-famous baseball team with more followers than every MLB franchise – are bringing their Banana Ball World Tour to Coors Field on Aug. […]2 days ago
Ideal Colorado locations and times to watch Perseid meteor shower on August 12
Wednesday night, many people in Colorado will get to enjoy quite the sight as the Perseid meteor shower’s peak viewing will take place. Currently, the upcoming monsoon moisture making its […]2 days ago
NBA reveals Denver Nuggets’ opening week and Christmas games
The NBA dropped a tease of the 2026-27 regular season schedule, and Denver Nuggets fans now have something to actually circle on their calendars — assuming they still use paper […]2 days ago
Colorado man blames speeding on Tesla autopilot
“I wasn’t driving.” The man tried to repeatedly tell the cop. The cop wasn’t buying it. A traffic stop in Parker, Colorado, is going viral after a driver tried to […]3 days ago
Denver Zoo takes actions to beat this summer’s heat
The animals are good. The zoo's got it handled.3 days ago
Macarena celebration, Carnation Fest, Parade of Homes and more | What’s Up, Colorado
Looking for fun things to do around Colorado this weekend? From festivals and fireworks to dream homes, bubbles and a huge Macarena anniversary party, here are a few great options! […]7 days ago
Colorado nonprofit donates belongings lost at ski resorts to those in need
Slopes to Hope is turning resort lost-and-founds into something actually meaningful. Here’s something most skiers never think about: When you leave your glove on the chairlift or forget your jacket […]7 days ago
Denver Zoo’s newest residents are part pig, part deer, and 100% weird-looking
The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance just added a species to the roster that looks like it was designed by a committee that couldn’t agree on anything, and honestly, we’re here […]8 days ago
It’s the first week of August and Spirit Halloween stores are already open in Colorado – Here’s where they are
Your sunscreen is barely half-empty, and Colorado’s Spirit Halloween stores are already flinging open the doors of former Safeways, old Kirklands locations and at least one ex-Forever 21 to welcome […]8 days ago
Denver’s July was historically hot, but it actually wasn’t the hottest ever
If July felt like living inside a hair dryer, your sweat glands were not lying to you. Denver just logged its second-hottest July on record, missing the all-time crown by […]8 days ago
Sorry night owls, Denver has rejected the idea of keeping bars open until 4 a.m.
Night owls, put down the glow sticks. Denver City Council on Monday (Aug. 3) voted down a proposal that would have let certain nightclubs and venues keep the party going […]8 days ago
So You Think You Can Ball? The Grand Rapids Gold Are Coming to Denver to Find Out
The Denver Nuggets’ NBA G League affiliate is holding open tryouts in the Mile High City on August 30th — and yes, that means you. If you’ve been hooping at […]8 days ago
Colorado is cracking down on counterfeit peaches, other produce
Move over, knockoff handbags. Colorado has a new public enemy: fake fruit. Gov. Jared Polis signed House Bill 1031 last Wednesday (July 29), making it a deceptive trade practice to […]9 days ago
Colorado Zillow listing goes viral because the current homeowner won’t leave
House hunters scrolling Zillow for their dream Colorado home probably weren’t expecting this deal: a three-bedroom, two-bathroom house about 25 miles north of Fort Collins, listed at more than $215,000 […]9 days ago
Denver’s Saving Water — Just Not Nearly Enough
Denver Water has received more than 4,700 complaints from residents reporting their neighbors for overwatering.9 days ago
Denver Zoo Just Got Weirder, and We Mean That in the Best Way
The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance welcomes babirusas — Indonesia’s most gloriously strange-looking animals — and honestly, they deserve all the attention. If you’ve never heard of a babirusa, don’t worry. […]9 days ago
Pikes Peak just set the sweetest world record
This might be the most Colorado world record ever! Pikes Peak has officially earned a Guinness World Records title for the most people simultaneously dunking doughnuts into coffee. According to […]10 days ago
Mark Your Calendars: The Pumpkin Spice Latte Is Coming Back
OK, pumpkin spice people. This is not a drill!! The wait for pumpkin spice season is almost over, even if Colorado still feels like the inside of a toaster. Starbucks […]10 days ago
Denver restaurant faces lawsuit after allegedly selling prescription medications alongside menu items
The bottom line: If your eye is bothering you or you think you've got a parasite situation going on (oof), please call your actual doctor.10 days ago
Happy 150th birthday, Colorado! Here’s how to celebrate Colorado Day this weekend
Today marks 150 years of Colorado, and all around the Denver metro area people are celebrating. From farmers markets to free museum admission to Colorado Day celebrations, we have your […]12 days ago
Santa’s Elves Need Backup — Like, Right Now For Christmas In July
The Salvation Army Is Already Running Low on Toys and Christmas Is Still Months Away13 days ago
Colorado Woman’s Home Listed on Zillow — While She’s Still Living In It
Real estate experts say listing errors and fraudulent postings have become an increasingly serious problem, and homeowners are urged to periodically search their own addresses on major listing sites.13 days ago
Colorado is #1 in this state ranking
We’re #1 in the entire country for education. Number one! We sure are smart! We jumped from #3 last year to the top spot, ranking #3 in higher education and […]14 days ago
‘Macarena’ turns 30 | Tammy Oakland and Jenny D speak with Carla Vanessa from the ‘Macarena’
Denver — get ready for the ultimate dance party celebration as Carla Vanessa, the Macarena Girl from the Bayside Boys, comes to The Federal Theatre on Saturday, August 8, for […]14 days ago
Broncos Training Camp, Renaissance Fair’s final weekend, Colorado Day and more | What Up, Colorado
No shortage of fun things going on this weekend in Colorado! In addition to the many county fairs, here are some other events to check out! Denver Broncos Training Camp […]14 days ago
Forget the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite — Salmonella is the stomach bug actually surging in Colorado
You’ve probably heard about the “explosive diarrhea parasite” making headlines across the country this summer. That’s cyclosporiasis, and yes, it’s in Colorado too. But the stomach bug that should actually […]14 days ago
Aurora Reservoir Swim Beach Closed Because Bacteria Decided to Move In
Because nothing says “summer fun” quite like a water quality advisory. If you had a trip to Aurora Reservoir’s swim beach on your calendar, you might want to pencil in […]14 days ago
Thousands of Colorado drivers get speeding tickets at this Longmont intersection. 95% of them are heading east.
Thousands of drivers have been ticketed at the intersection of Ken Pratt Boulevard and Main Street this year15 days ago
Colorado turns 150 this weekend — help set world record with coffee and donuts on Pikes Peak
Colorado is turning 150 years old on Saturday, August 1, and the Centennial State — which, yes, is now technically the Sesquicentennial State, but nobody’s updating the nickname — is […]15 days ago
Why Does I-25 Northbound Play That Annoying Lane-Dropping Game Near County Line Road?
Dave from Castle Rock, we feel you. We really, really do.16 days ago
Denver Broncos half-price ticket sale starts Tuesday — here’s what to know
As the Denver Broncos get ready to open training camp on Tuesday, the team’s annual half-price ticket sale makes its return, giving fans a chance to lock in some of […]17 days ago
Penley Fire near Sedalia forces evacuations as crews battle blaze in Douglas County
A wildfire west of Sedalia has forced mandatory evacuations in Douglas County after first being reported Sunday evening. The fire, now being called the Penley Fire, is located west of […]17 days ago
The World’s Largest Steam Locomotive Is Coming to Colorado and Yes, It’s Worth the Drive
ig Boy No. 4014 is heading home, and it's making some Colorado stops along the way17 days ago
Deputies Respond to Break-In in Roxborough — Suspects Are Two Very Nosy Bear Cubs
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. — When Douglas County Sheriff’s Office deputies got a call about a break-in at a Roxborough home, they probably weren’t expecting the suspects to weigh about 40 […]17 days ago
42,000 Pounds of Free Potatoes Are Yours for the Taking in Denver This Morning
Denver, you have officially run out of excuses for an empty pantry. We Don’t Waste, the Denver-based food recovery nonprofit that does exactly what its name says, is throwing what […]17 days ago
Colorado’s ‘1Up Arcade Bar’ begins construction after closing Denver location
The famous 1Up Arcade Bar closed it’s Denver location on Blake Street after 15 years, but they have announced that they’ll be making the move to the Belmar Shopping District […]19 days ago
A live orchestra will perform the ‘Love Actually’ soundtrack while you watch the movie in Denver this December
It is July. It is 100 degrees. And we are here to tell you that “Love Actually” is coming to Denver in December with a live orchestra, because apparently this […]21 days ago
Jack Skellington to take over Gaylord Rockies’ ICE! this holiday season
I am not exaggerating when I say this feels personally made for me: “The Nightmare Before Christmas” is coming to Gaylord Rockies in the form of a massive frozen holiday […]21 days ago
Well, There Goes Our Summer: Beach Boys Cancel Colorado State Fair Show
"The Beach Boys will be taking a short break to recharge before getting back on the road in September," the fair said in a statement.21 days ago
Blucifer’s First Rodeo Is the Denver Music Festival South Broadway Has Been Waiting For
259 local acts, 39 venues, and one very good reason to skip driving this weekend Denver already has a demonic blue horse with glowing red eyes guarding its airport. Now […]21 days ago
Colorado bear trapped in SUV honks horn all night long
Honk if you are a bear. A bear got trapped in an SUV in Gold Hill, CO and honked the horn all night long trying to get out. Somehow, the […]22 days ago
Denver getting 5 new dog day care locations
Nothing more stressful for dog parents out there than worrying about where to house their pets when being out for the day or being on vacation, and soon Denver will […]22 days ago
Top 5 Colorado Diners
I need to get something off my chest: I am a diner person. I don’t need a “deconstructed eggs Benedict with a saffron-infused hollandaise reduction served on a reclaimed barn-wood […]22 days ago
Denver ranks among most unsafe vacation cities in America
If you’ve ever parked your car on a Denver street and returned to find the window smashed and your backpack gone, congratulations: You are a data point. Denver has been […]22 days ago
Denver International is the second-best airport in America at not losing your stuff, study finds
For a city whose airport is best known for a demonic horse, a conspiracy-theory-inducing baggage tunnel and being roughly 45 minutes from everything, DIA just quietly picked up one of […]22 days ago
The QB who started Denver’s AFC Championship Game is now doing a meet-and-greet at Panda Express
In a city that watched Jarrett Stidham start the biggest game at Empower Field at Mile High in nearly a decade and produce exactly seven points, the Broncos’ backup quarterback […]22 days ago
Cheesman Park Art Fest, downtown Littleton celebration and Arapahoe County Fair | What’s Up, Colorado
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? From drone shows to art festivals to full-on fair fun, Colorado has plenty going on! Downtown Littleton Celebration Downtown Littleton is going […]22 days ago
Colorado Just Made Recycling Free — And Honestly, It’s About Time
Colorado's Department of Public Health and Environment has launched the Producer Responsibility Program22 days ago
Is Aldi Finally Coming for Northern Denver?
If you’ve ever driven up I-25 north of Denver and thought, “man, this corridor could really use a cheap place to grab two-buck pasta and surprisingly decent wine,” you’re apparently […]22 days ago
Colorado’s road rage problem is getting worse
A new report from ConsumerAffairs ranks Colorado among the worst states in the country for road rage. If you’ve ever white-knuckled it on I-25, this won’t surprise you. The state […]23 days ago
WWE ‘Friday Night SmackDown’ returning to Colorado
The last time WWE held an event in Colorado it was “Friday Night Smackdown” back in November of 2025. Now WWE announced that they’re returning to Ball Arena on October […]23 days ago
Bass Pro Shops opens its newest Colorado store this week with a crystal mill, indoor trout stream and Broncos Super Bowl trophies
If you’ve ever wanted to stand inside a recreation of Colorado’s Crystal Mill while a 70-pound blue catfish swims beneath you and a mountain lion stalks a ponderosa pine overhead, […]23 days ago
Somehow a man stole $65,000 in change from Coinstar machines across Colorado
This has to be a Netflix documentary at some point… There are heists, and then there is whatever Richard Pena did. A Las Vegas man has been sentenced to up […]23 days ago
More than three out of four Coloradans worry they can’t afford to live here anymore
A lot of people around the country are wondering when gas and groceries got so expensive, but people in Colorado just want to know when our whole state got so […]23 days ago
Avengers: Doomsday trailer is here
Avengers: Doomsday, the next epic in the Marvel Comic Universe, is quickly approaching and a new trailer just dropped for fans to skim for clues. Avengers: Doomsday is set to […]23 days ago
5K on the Runway comes to Denver International Airport
Because apparently the concourse walk wasn’t enough cardio for you. If you’ve ever sprinted through Denver International Airport desperately trying to catch a connecting flight to wherever, you already know […]23 days ago
Getting stuck in a Colorado missile silo could cost you $5000
After 2 people have had to be rescued in missile silos in Colorado, one fire department is saying they will now charge $5,000 for rescuing you. The Sable Altura Fire […]24 days ago
Guanella Pass Is Handing Out Parking Tickets Like Candy This Summer — Here’s How Not to Get One
If you’re heading up Guanella Pass for a hike or a scenic drive this summer, maybe spend 90 seconds figuring out where you’re going to park. Because Clear Creek County […]24 days ago
Naked man arrested for surfing moving train in rural Colorado
In a corner of Colorado so remote that the county has fewer residents than most Denver apartment buildings, a naked man was arrested Thursday for surfing on top of a […]25 days ago
Where to watch the World Cup Final in Denver on Sunday, July 19
The World Cup final is Sunday, and it’s a blockbuster: Argentina vs. Spain, noon kickoff (Mountain Time). Denver isn’t a host city, but that hasn’t stopped it from partying like […]27 days ago
Butterfly Pavilion allows patrons to hold tarantulas again — just not Rosie
For 30 years, the deal was simple: You go to the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, you walk through the tropical conservatory, you look at the butterflies and then — if […]27 days ago
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has a message for anglers: Please stop taking selfies with fish
Colorado Parks and Wildlife would like you to know that the trout do not want to be in your Instagram photo. Not right now, anyway. CPW is asking anglers across […]27 days ago
Same Colorado linked farm that caused the E.Coli outbreak at McDonalds could be the source of the explosive situation at Taco Bell
Taylor Farms, with a facility in Colorado Springs, is linked to the explosive diarrhea outbreak. Same farm that caused the E.Coli outbreak at McDonalds with contaminated onions. They need to shut that place down. Stay away from shredded lettuce and Taco Bell for now.27 days ago
$11K stolen in Centennial Facebook Marketplace ambush
A man looking to buy gold through Facebook Marketplace was ambushed and robbed in unincorporated Arapahoe County earlier this week. According to an arrest affidavit, the victim arranged to meet […]28 days ago
Lavender Festival, Pearl Street Arts Fest, Water World’s newest expansion and more | What’s Up, Colorado
Water World’s Summit Canyon is open! The floor literally drops out from under you. That’s the vibe at Water World’s brand-new Summit Canyon… the park’s biggest expansion in over 40 […]28 days ago
2026-27 Avalanche schedule released
Last season didn’t end the way the Colorado Avalanche had hoped for. Their expectations were Stanley Cup or bust. This upcoming season, the expectations will remain the same as they […]28 days ago
Permanent Daylight Saving Time Could Be Coming — Here’s What That Means for Colorado
Denver's winter sunrises could push past 8 a.m. Make sure those little ones have good backpacks with reflectors, mamas.28 days ago
Denver Cracks the Top 5 on America’s Fittest Cities List — And Yeah, We’re Not Surprised
Look, if you’ve ever tried to keep up with a Denverite on a trail run, you already know. But now it’s official. The Mile High City has climbed its way […]28 days ago
Free-For-All Fishing at Timnath Reservoir — Colorado Parks and Wildlife Says Go Get ‘Em
Water levels at the reservoir are dropping, and officials are expecting a fish kill as a result. Rather than let those fish go to waste, CPW is doing the smart, practical thing — opening it up and letting people catch as many as they can before the water gets too low.29 days ago
National Hot Dog Day Deals Abound
National Hot Dog Day falls on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, and restaurants, convenience stores, travel centers, and hot dog chains are celebrating with limited-time specials, discounts, and giveaways. Here’s where […]29 days ago
Denver’s Only Drop-Capsule Waterslide Is Here and My Kids Are Already Obsessed
Here's the deal: riders step into a clear capsule, wait for a countdown, and then — surprise! — the floor literally drops out from under them. You then plunge down a 70-degree angle across more than 425 feet of slide.1 month ago
Local spots to celebrate National Mac ‘n’ Cheese Day
Look, nobody asked for National Avocado Toast Day or National Kale Week, but this? This is the food holiday the people deserve. Today, July 14, is National Mac and Cheese […]1 month ago
Bass Pro Shops Is Finally Coming to Loveland
Northern Colorado, your patience is about to pay off. After years of construction, anticipation and probably more than a few “when is it opening?!” Google searches, Bass Pro Shops is […]1 month ago
Goldie the goat offers firefighters support amidst Rock Creek Fire
Colorado, we have a new local celebrity, and she has hooves. Meet Goldie, the goat who spent time with firefighters at the Rock Creek Fire last week and, apparently, took […]1 month ago
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks roll into Ball Arena July 10, 11, and 12 with a fire-breathing dinosaur
If your kid has ever launched a Hot Wheels truck off the couch and into the dog, they’re going to lose their mind this weekend. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: […]1 month ago
Free Slurpee Day is July 11 — here’s how to get yours in Denver
The Slurpee turns 60 tomorrow, and 7-Eleven is celebrating the only way it knows how: by giving them away. Saturday, July 11 — 7/11, because of course — every participating […]1 month ago
Find Out What’s Blooming in Denver. Plus, Plant Tips and Local Nurseries!
It’s easy to see that Colorado has an abundance of natural beauty. From towering alpine peaks to red-rock canyons and crystal-clear mountain lakes, the Centennial State has it all. But […]1 month ago
Waymo taxis are about to be driverless on Denver streets
Those white Waymo vehicles you’ve been seeing cruise around Denver with a human in the driver’s seat? The human is about to go away. Waymo announced July 7 that it […]1 month ago
Casa Bonita opening fall and holiday reservations on July 13th
If you’d like your family’s Thanksgiving tradition to involve a 30-foot waterfall, cliff divers and unlimited sopapillas instead of Grandma’s dry turkey, mark your calendar: Casa Bonita will open reservations […]1 month ago
Every state has a most-Googled word definition in 2026. Colorado’s is… embarrassing
While the rest of America is wrestling with the meaning of “gaslighting,” “fascism” and “democracy,” Coloradans are out here Googling “adjective.” According to a new analysis of Google search data […]1 month ago
A human was eaten by a bear in Colorado
If you needed another reminder that Colorado’s bears are not the cuddly mascots on your craft beer cans, here it is: The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office says human remains discovered […]1 month ago
Denver’s 673-foot spiral observation tower no longer a pipedream
Remember that wild-looking spiral tower proposed for downtown Denver last summer that everyone compared to the Eye of Sauron? It’s actually happening — or at least, it’s a lot closer […]1 month ago
What’s Up Colorado: Monster Trucks, county fairs & cookies this weekend
Looking for something fun to do around Colorado this weekend? From monster trucks to county fairs, live music, art, and cookies at the finish line, there’s a little something for […]1 month ago
Come for the music, stay for the mission: Melodies of Gratitude returns to support Denver Animal Shelter
Get ready for an afternoon of music, heart, and wagging tails! Wild Tunes is bringing back its fourth annual Melodies of Gratitude benefit concert on Saturday, August 29, supporting the thousands of lost […]1 month ago
Visitors reportedly kill grass at Coors Field with loved ones’ ashes
Every year after the Fourth of July, the Coors Field grounds crew has to deal with damaged outfield grass. And every year, people assume it’s from the fireworks. It’s not. […]1 month ago
Adult summer camps are extremely popular in Colorado right now
Remember when summer camp meant lanyard bracelets, bug juice and pretending to like canoeing? It’s back — except now there’s wine, tarot readings and no one’s making you write a […]1 month ago
