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Evergreen High School crowns therapy dogs as homecoming king and queen
Evergreen High School’s homecoming royalty had a little extra fur this year. Polenta and Norene, the school’s two golden Labrador facility dogs, were crowned the first-ever canine homecoming king and […]16 hours ago
Colorado Dogs Are Dressing Up for Halloween
Colorado dogs already put up with a lot. They wear booties in the snow. They get dragged to breweries. They are forced to pose on mountain trails like they personally […]2 days ago
Police generally cannot issue tickets to Waymos in Colorado – here’s why
Colorado law enforcement has a problem that sounds like it was written by a committee trying to invent the most 2026 traffic headache possible: What happens when a driverless car […]6 days ago
Study reveals average the Halloween costume price increased by $60 in 2026
Halloween has always been the holiday where people willingly spend money to look ridiculous in public. A noble tradition, honestly. According to data from the Halloween and Costume Association, the […]7 days ago
Doctors Say Energy Drinks Are a Bad Idea for Kids, Which Somehow Needed Saying
If your kid is bouncing off the walls after downing an energy drink with a lightning bolt on the can and a name that sounds like a rejected monster truck, […]8 days ago
Colorado Is One Of The States Where You’re Most Likely To Get A Speeding Ticket
Congratulations, Colorado drivers. We did it. We cracked the top 10. According to a new survey by the Simmrin Law Group, Colorado ranks No. 9 among the places where drivers […]12 days ago
Denver Summit FC to break ground on new 14,500-seat stadium at Santa Fe Yards
Denver Summit FC is putting shovels in the ground — ceremonially, at least — for what is planned to become the first permanent home for the city’s new professional women’s […]13 days ago
Sniffing Dark Chocolate Might Help Your Workout, Because Apparently This Is Where Fitness Is Now
If your gym bag already smells like old socks, questionable protein powder and regret, good news: There may be room for one more scent. A new study suggests that the […]14 days ago
K-9 Arch Helps Rescue Missing Kids After They Wander From Colorado Campsite
A Colorado search dog named Archie — better known as Arch — helped lead rescuers to three children who went missing after wandering away from their family’s campsite. Because even […]14 days ago
Upcoming Holiday Spending Predicted to be Less “Wish List” and More “Please Let Me Survive January”
Holiday shopping this year is looking a little less magical and a lot more practical. Sure, people are still buying gifts. Grandma might still get a sweater. The kids may […]15 days ago
Local Coffee Connections for your Pumpkin Spice Fix
Pumpkin spice latte season is here, which means it is once again socially acceptable to pay $7 for emotional support in a cup. Sure, you could grab one from a […]16 days ago
Survey expects Halloween spending will reach $13.5 billion in 2026
If your wallet just made a small choking noise, that may be because Halloween spending is expected to reach $13.5 billion in 2026, according to a new survey from the […]21 days ago
Colorado Supreme Court will hear two cases challenging express lane weaving penalties
Drivers who cross solid white lines into Colorado express lanes can face a $75 penalty even if they pay the toll. Now, the state’s highest court will decide whether that […]22 days ago
Waymo vehicle drives through South Pearl Farmers Market in Denver
A Waymo-branded vehicle reportedly drove through the South Pearl Street Farmers Market in Denver on Sunday, creating the kind of “wait, what?” moment that tends to get people’s attention when […]23 days ago
Colorado Festival of Horror Brings Clowns, Witches and Fresh Nightmare Fuel to Denver This Weekend
The sixth annual fan-run horror convention takes over the Denver Marriott Tech Center Sept. 18-20 Scary season is not politely knocking this year. It is kicking in the door wearing […]27 days ago
Colorado’s most popular haunted attractions
Colorado does spooky season the way it does everything else: bigger, weirder and with a suspicious amount of corn. From actor-packed haunted houses near Denver to massive outdoor fear farms […]28 days ago
Nordstrom Rack announces two new Colorado locations
Nordstrom Rack is adding two more Colorado stores, because apparently we were all one discounted designer jacket away from inner peace. The off-price retail division of Nordstrom Inc. announced new […]29 days ago
Alterra Mountain Co., company behind Ikon Pass, to move into old Denver Post building
The ski resort empire is taking over a building that once churned out the news — and city officials are hoping it’s just the first run down a much longer […]1 month ago
Colorado’s 2026-27 winter forecast according to Farmers’ Almanac
Colorado winters have a reputation for being unpredictable at best and absolutely chaotic at worst. One week you’re eating lunch on a patio in a t-shirt, and the next you’re […]1 month ago
Is Garth Brooks performing at The Grizzly Rose on Thursday?
Garth Brooks is set to perform four arena concerts in Denver this weekend, but country music fans are convinced there's a secret fifth show happening Thursday night at a much smaller, much more iconic venue.1 month ago
Denver Zoo announces it will soon welcome two southern white rhinos
Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance announced it will be welcoming two southern white rhinos to the facility this fall — marking the first time in the zoo’s 130-year history that the […]1 month ago
FDA announces Whole Foods guacamole recall at highest level
The FDA just gave this Salmonella recall its most serious classification — and nearly 13,000 units are in play across 13 states. Put down the chips. Seriously. If you picked […]2 months ago
See the concert lineup for 2026’s Colorado State Fair
Colorado’s biggest summer send-off is officially underway. The Colorado State Fair starts Friday in Pueblo and runs through Monday, Sept. 7 — giving you time to eat something on a […]2 months ago
Colorado joins nation in honoring Dolly Parton with flags at half-staff
Governor Jared Polis orders a six-day tribute for the country music legend, actress and philanthropist who passed away at 80. If there’s one thing just about everyone can agree on […]2 months ago
Colorado’s fall colors will arrive earlier than usual due to drought conditions
If you’ve been waiting until October to plan your leaf-peeping trip, you might want to move that up a few weeks. Colorado’s 2026 fall foliage season is arriving ahead of […]2 months ago
Denver Zoo closes gates until Sunday
If you were planning a late-summer trip to see the giraffes over the next few days, maybe pencil that in for a different day. The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance will […]2 months ago
CDOT misspells ‘California’ on downtown Denver street sign
Denver has a lot going on downtown. Construction, traffic, the occasional Citi Scooter blocking an entire lane — and now, apparently, a spelling lesson that nobody asked for. A street […]2 months ago
Your Kid’s Screen Time Might Not Be Rotting Their Brain After All
A new Finnish study suggests the real question isn’t how long kids are staring at screens — it’s what they’re actually doing on them. Go ahead and take a breath, […]2 months ago
Dick’s Sporting Goods brings its biggest store concept, Colorado House of Sport, to Colorado
If you’ve ever stood in a sporting goods store staring at a rack of baseball bats wishing you could just, you know, hit something — today is your day. Dick’s […]2 months ago
Unicorn Frappuccino makes its return to Starbucks
The Unicorn Frappuccino is available this weekend only2 months ago
Colorado Parks and Wildlife logs over 6,000 statewide bear sightings in 2026 so far
Colorado’s suburban bear encounters are surging — and your trash can is basically a welcome mat. If you’ve been spotting more bears wandering through your neighborhood lately, you’re not imagining […]2 months ago
Horror movies set for release in 2026
Summer’s almost dead. Horror season is very much alive. If you’ve been patiently waiting out the superhero sequels and animated family films of summer, congratulations — your reward is a […]2 months ago
Disney announces Storyliving, residential communities designed by Disney Imagineers
And no, we’re not talking about a timeshare. If you’ve ever watched a Disney parade and thought, “I never want to leave,” well, congratulations — Mickey Mouse is apparently listening. […]2 months ago
School districts across country ban energy drinks on school property
Now if they could only ban whatever that AXE body spray situation is in the hallways, we'd really be making progress.2 months 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 months ago
Ideas for back-to-school meal prep
Parents spend 432 hours a year on meal planning and prep. That's basically 18 full days of your life.2 months ago
August 10 is National Spoil Your Dog Day
Go ahead. Give them the good treats. They’ve earned it just by existing. If your dog is currently staring at you with those eyes, today is the universe’s way of […]2 months ago
Former CDC director warns that blueberries and raspberries may be contaminated with cyclospora
A former CDC director is warning that blueberries and raspberries in the U.S. may be contaminated with a parasite called cyclospora2 months ago
Hardee’s launches nationwide search for the ‘Ultimate Meemaw’
Here's the deal: Hardee's wants you to nominate your grandmother — or hey, nominate yourself, no judgment — for the title. The contest runs through August 30th, and entries are accepted online.2 months ago
Hollywood roundup: Sequels, reboots and spinoffs targeted at Millennials in the works
A roundup of the upcoming movies and TV shows that are going to absolutely demolish Millennials right in the feels Look, Millennials already have enough to deal with — skyrocketing […]2 months ago
Wingstop introduces horseback food delivery in Texas
Folks in Fort Worth, Texas are getting their chicken wings delivered by an actual cowboy on an actual horse2 months 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 […]2 months ago
Group of California elementary schoolers create hotline full of encouraging messages
Having a Bad Day? These Kids Have You Covered2 months 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 […]2 months 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.2 months 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. […]2 months ago
Kids Think Veggies Come From the Store, and Honestly, Can We Blame Them?
A new survey is giving parents everywhere a gentle reality check — and maybe a reason to finally plan that farm trip they’ve been putting off. Hello Fresh recently released […]2 months ago
Forget Summer, Halloween Season Is Now Officially Underway
Retailers aren’t waiting until October — or September, or even late August — to cash in on America’s favorite spooky holiday If you walked into a Michaels, Home Depot or […]2 months 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 […]3 months 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 […]3 months ago
10 Things in most homes that are dirtier than a Toilet Seat
You scrub your toilet like it’s a part-time job. You’ve got the gloves, the brush, maybe even a little checklist on the bathroom wall. Meanwhile, the rest of your house […]3 months 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 […]3 months 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 […]3 months ago
Meet Jimothy: The Round Little Raccoon the Entire Internet Is Obsessed With
The internet has a new hero, and he’s a chonky, short-spined raccoon waddling around a Seattle neighborhood like he owns the place. Which, honestly, he kind of does now. Jimothy […]3 months ago
Gen Z’s “Undone Jeans” Trend Is Sending Parents Straight To The Edge
The latest fashion trend sweeping TikTok has young people wearing "foldover jeans" or "undone jeans" — pants worn with the waistband folded down and the fly left open, revealing what looks like printed underwear underneath. Flowers. Stripes. The whole situation.3 months 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 […]3 months 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 […]3 months 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 […]3 months ago
Disney brings back ‘The Mickey Mouse Club’
No release date has been announced yet — very Disney of them.3 months 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 […]3 months 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 […]3 months ago
Whatever You Do Today, DO NOT Google “Ozempic Feet”
We're talking visible veins, tendons popping up like a road map, heel pain, and a burning sensation that nobody asked for.3 months 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 […]3 months ago
A Marathon Is Coming to IKEA — And You Get To Assemble Your Own Medal
No word yet on whether a Denver IKEA marathon is in the works, but if it happens, you'll find me cheering from the café with a plate of Swedish meatballs.3 months 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 […]3 months 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 […]3 months ago
Put Down the Crunchwrap, Denver — Taco Bell Has Pulled Some Fresh Ingredients over Parasite
Health officials are also investigating outbreaks in Ohio, North Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, Texas, Florida and Connecticut, though the source has not yet been identified.3 months ago
Heads Up, Costco Shoppers: That Protein Powder May Have More “Extras” Than You Bargained For
A consumer has filed a class action lawsuit in California against Costco, claiming the retailer's protein powder contains unsafe levels of heavy metals3 months ago
Happy National French Fry Day — Go Ahead, You’ve Earned It
National French Fry Day is celebrated every year on July 10 to honor one of the world’s most beloved comfort foods — crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside […]3 months ago
Hugging your Dog is probably stressing them out
You know that moment when you wrap your arms around your dog and squeeze them tight, convinced they love it just as much as you do? Yeah, science would like […]3 months ago
The Older You Get, the More a Parking Spot Can Make Your Day — And That’s Actually a Good Thing
Let’s be honest. At some point in your life, you stopped getting excited about the big stuff — the promotions, the parties, the “once-in-a-lifetime” experiences — and started getting unreasonably […]3 months ago
America’s Undying, Slightly Obsessive Love Affair With Chocolate
Let’s be real — America doesn’t just like chocolate. America is in a full-on, committed, no-apologies relationship with it. And today, July 7, the whole world is right there with […]3 months ago
Fireworks are done. Time for Back to School
You barely had time to finish your hot dog and watch the last firework fizzle out before the retail world moved on. Welcome to the most gloriously chaotic stretch of […]3 months ago
Eating Out on Ozempic: How Restaurants Are Finally Getting the Hint
If you’re on a GLP-1 medication like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound, you already know the drill — four bites in and you’re done. Suddenly, that $28 entrée feels less like […]3 months ago
Snoop Dogg Just Dropped Snoopsicles at Costco & Your Summer Is Saved
Snoop Dogg has officially entered the frozen dessert game with Snoopsicles, and yes, that is the greatest product name in the history of product names.4 months ago
America’s 250+ Year Love Affair With Ice Cream
Let’s be honest — Americans love ice cream. As we celebrate our 250th Birthday, Ice Cream has been part of the country from the beginning. From humble colonial dinner tables […]4 months ago
She Put Her Best Foot Forward — Literally — To Fund Her World Cup Trip
A number of foreign women attending the FIFA World Cup in the U.S. funded their entire trips by selling pictures of their feet online. Yes. Their FEET.4 months ago
It’s National Take Your Dog to Work Day — and Denver Is Ready for It
The Mile High City is basically already living this holiday 365 days a year. Today — Friday, June 26, 2026 — is National Take Your Dog to Work Day, and […]4 months ago
National Bomb Pop Day: The Coolest Holiday You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you needed a reason to treat yourself to a frozen dessert on a Thursday, here you go. The last Thursday in June is reserved for enjoying a summertime favorite […]4 months ago
Welcome to America, Soccer Fans — We’ve Been Waiting for You
Turns out, all it took was the world’s biggest sporting event to remind everyone that America is actually pretty great — at least according to the millions of international visitors […]4 months ago
To Tip or Not to Tip: How America’s Gratuity Obsession Has Grown Into Its Own Beast
Let’s be honest — at this point, you half-expect a tip screen to pop up when you buy a bag of chips from a vending machine. Welcome to modern America, […]4 months ago
Celebrating Father’s Day the Right Way
Look, we all know the drill. Father’s Day rolls around every third Sunday in June, and suddenly everyone’s scrambling to find the perfect gift — which, let’s be honest, usually […]4 months ago
World Cup Fans Are Smuggling America’s Real MVP Home: Ranch Dressing
According to reports, international soccer fans visiting the United States for World Cup matches have fallen head over cleats for America's favorite condiment. So much so that the TSA is now reminding travelers to pack those jumbo bottles of Hidden Valley Ranch in their checked luggage instead of trying to sneak them through security.4 months ago
Dad’s Getting a Glow-Up: How the Role of Fatherhood Has Changed Over the Years
Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday of June every year, and this Sunday, we’re not just celebrating dads — we’re celebrating how much the whole idea of being a […]4 months ago
Happy Upcoming Father’s Day to Every Dad Who Also “Ate for Two”
This Sunday, we’re raising a slice of pizza to all the dads out there who gained a little extra love — right around the midsection — while their partner was […]4 months ago
Porch Pirates Are Coming for Your Packages — And Some States Are Getting It Way Worse Than Others
You ordered it. You tracked it. You waited for it. And then some random person in a hoodie walked up to your porch and just… took it. Welcome to the […]4 months ago
M&M’s Just Dropped a Banana Nut Bread Flavor — But Good Luck Finding It
If you’ve been sitting around thinking, “You know what M&M’s are missing? The vibe of my grandma’s kitchen,” then buckle up — because Mars just read your mind. M&M’s has […]4 months ago
Doom Scrolling: You’re Literally Missing Your Life One Swipe at a Time
Put the phone down. No seriously — put it down. You’re doom scrolling right now, aren’t you? If you’ve ever told yourself “just five more minutes” and then looked up […]4 months ago
National Soulmate Day: Because Finding “The One” Is Apparently a Whole Thing
Happy National Soulmate Day! National Soulmate Day happens each year on June 8th — a date meant to celebrate the special people in our lives who make us feel whole. […]4 months ago
