Local luchadors bring pro wrestling to audiences in Colorado
Vago's Lucha Libre has been showcasing the art form with deep roots in Mexico for the past two years.
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Young voters at MSU Denver say age matters less in U.S. Senate race than affordability solutions
Six students spelled out what they expect out of the candidates in Colorado’s U.S. Senate race.
Pilot allegedly flew with toddler for 3 hours in deadly Boulder County plane crash
The pilot of a deadly plane crash near Boulder on Oct. 5 was flying dangerously, according to an audio recording of another pilot acquired by FOX31.
‘Enough finger-pointing’: Neguse urges feds, carriers to fix Boulder County cell service
Residents say calls won’t connect and data won’t load. Colorado’s congressional delegation wants federal agencies to meet with carriers and restore service.
Jackie the bald eagle's cause of death revealed
Jackie, a beloved bald eagle from Big Bear's famous pair, died in August. A necropsy has revealed her cause of death.
Joni Mitchell becomes American citizen after 62 years in U.S.
Joni Mitchell was born and raised in Canada but has become an American citizen after living in the U.S. for 62 years.
Hickenlooper, Baisley clash on affordability, health care and Iran war in 9NEWS Senate debate
Democrat John Hickenlooper will face Republican challenger Mark Baisley in the race for the U.S. Senate on Nov. 3.
Colorado Secretary of State defends ballot certification after lawsuit targets signatures
Legal questions are looming over Amendment 87, Colorado’s proposed graduated income tax measure, after a voter filed a complaint against the Secretary of State’s office.
Burnham Yards small area plan goes public, seeks further community input before approval
As the city inches closer to the proposed redevelopment of Burnham Yards into the new home of the Broncos, people now have a chance to give further input on the plan that will soon head to city council.
Denver boy finalist to become Stan Lee Foundation's 'Super Kid'
What is it about you that makes you feel like a superhero? It's a question that a 5-year-old Denver boy is continuing to answer every day.
John Stamos honored with Bob Saget Legacy Award
John Stamos was honored with the Bob Saget Legacy Award at a fundraiser for the Scleroderma Research Foundation, a charity that was close to Saget's heart.
Did anyone win Powerball's $562M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 14
A $562 million jackpot was up for grabs in Wednesday's Powerball drawing. Here are the winning numbers.
Hickenlooper debates Trump, healthcare with GOP challenger Baisley
Democratic U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper used a debate Wednesday night to ask Colorado voters to send him back to Washington to push back against President Donald Trump and start “rebuilding our economy,” and reject a Republican challenger he said would be a “rubber stamp” for Trump’s agenda. A fixture in Colorado…
How to legally watch Seahawks vs. Broncos without paid Amazon Prime subscription
You may think you need to pay for an Amazon Prime subscription to watch the Seahawks vs. Broncos game on Thursday night — but, there's a little known way to freely and legally watch, courtesy of Prime itself.
4x4 rescue and recovery group gearing up for winter season
With rain and snow blanketing Colorado, the state's most recognizable search-and-rescue organization knows its peak season is around the corner.
Advocacy group's new report details 'forever chemicals' found in Colorado waterways
A new report released Wednesday showed that 63% of Colorado waterways tested are contaminated with "forever chemicals."
CSPD: THC, psilocybin products seized from unlicensed liquor stores, smoke shops
A large amount of THC and psilocybin products were seized by law enforcement during raids on Wednesday following a year-and-a-half long investigation into sales by unlicensed businesses, one of which allegedly had a minor working the sales counter alone.
Former Rep. Ken Buck tops list of Colorado Republicans endorsing Weiser for governor
Ken Buck, the former five-term Republican member of Congress from Colorado and onetime chair of the state GOP, endorsed Democrat Phil Weiser for governor Wednesday alongside more than a dozen other state and local GOP officials. “I’m supporting Phil Weiser because I know Phil,” Buck said in a video released by the…
The first draft of the Burnham Yard Small Area Plan is out. What does that mean?
We read the 61-page document to learn the big takeaways for you.
Denver Water issued $175,500 worth of fines for lawn watering so far this month
Sprinklers are going to have to stay off for the foreseeable future
Nearly 250,000 gallons of not fully disinfected wastewater from Pueblo West leaked into tributaries of the Arkansas River
Drinking water is unaffected, according to the Pueblo West Metropolitan District, but people and pets should avoid contact with the water in these waterways.
West Slope hospital cuts 77 positions, cites $25M in outstanding payments
Montrose Regional Health cuts include 34 layoffs and 43 positions to be left vacant.
After months of debate, Denver approves lease for ICE airline contractor Key Lime
Councilmembers said a no vote would jeopardize the airport and wouldn’t stop ICE flights.
National Weather Service issues first freeze watch and winter weather advisory of the season
A freeze watch is in place for much of northeastern Colorado, while high mountain areas are under a winter weather advisory for up to a foot of snow.
Millions in untraceable conservative money is flooding into Colorado to oppose tax-related ballot measures
Most of the money is targeted at Amendment 87, which would impose a graduated income tax rate on businesses and individuals.
Democrats aiming for control of Congress vow action on healthcare, cost of living, Iran war
WASHINGTON — Democrats are touting an ambitious legislative agenda centered on affordability and accountability if they take back the U.S. House or Senate — or both — in November. A slew of pressing policy debates are on tap for Democrats, including healthcare, immigration, voting rights, the war in Iran, oversight…
Denver temps could plummet Thursday toward an overnight freeze. Get ready!
But the icy-cold spell won’t last long.
Sundance passes go on sale this week, months before the lineup is revealed
Moviegoers can secure tickets for the festival’s Boulder debut starting Oct.
Denver’s AI chatbot, Sunny, doesn’t know the city council just doomed it
Council members say it’s a waste of millions, but the mayor’s office argues the software helps city staffers and residents.
Powered by spikes in energy prices, inflation surges to 3.7%
Inflation grew to a 3.7% annual rate in September, according to an Oct. 14 report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, up from 3.4% in August. In the last consumer price inflation report before midterm elections, with voters already fed up with higher prices, September’s number was the highest since May, when it…
Listen: What happens when an arts reporter makes art?
John Moore’s new play “The Crime Reporter” has a staged reading at the Denver Press Club at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.
What happens when an arts reporter makes art?
John Moore’s new play “The Crime Reporter” has a staged reading at the Denver Press Club at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.
A 900-acre solar farm could be built near Mesa Verde National Park. Here’s why it’s drawing attention
It could save on energy costs, but neighbors worry about battery fires, tourism impacts and changes to the unique landscape.
Colorado affordability tax credit most effective tool to lift children out of poverty, report says
Colorado’s most effective tool for reducing child poverty is a state-level family tax credit that’s in jeopardy for the current tax year, according to a new report from a Colorado nonprofit that aims to improve the wellbeing of children. The Colorado Family Affordability Tax Credit, created by the state Legislature in…
Pickleball players are getting bounced around north Denver by rule changes
Pickleball courts outside the Hiawatha Davis Rec Center in Skyland Park were all the rage during the pandemic, while the adjacent tennis courts often sat unused.
Here’s how campaign finances and endorsements are shaping Denver’s council election
Hundreds of thousands of dollars have gone into campaigns this election season.
Law enforcement chiefs split on working hand-in-hand with ICE
If passed, the amendment would override current state laws prohibiting working with ICE.
Amendment 82 is a dark-money attack on Colorado’s clean energy leadership
With election season here, Colorado voters will decide on a wide range of ballot measures. Now is a good time to think about what makes a good ballot measure and what makes a bad one. A great example of a good one was Amendment 37, which we passed back in 2004. It required Colorado’s large
Researchers point to community violence programs, pandemic recovery in historic homicide decline
As candidates debate public safety ahead of the midterm elections, a new assessment of the nation’s historic homicide decline suggests there is no single explanation for the drop — and that some widely discussed enforcement strategies may have played little role. A survey of nearly 50 crime scholars convened by the…
Parent advocates seek stronger AI chatbot protections in next Colorado legislative session
Parents of children harmed by social media and artificial intelligence chatbots called for Colorado to pass stronger protections into law next year, while standing beside the Democrat who could become the state’s next governor. “When I hear from people that they know young people who have easier access to guns or…