Colorado News
Colorado Avalanche hosting watch parties at Ball Arena and McGregor Square for Western Conference Finals
Can’t score tickets to the real thing? The Colorado Avalanche are giving fans multiple ways to soak in the Western Conference Finals atmosphere without paying playoff prices, with official watch […]27 minutes ago
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show drew more than 2,300 FCC complaints. 61 came from Colorado
124 million people watched the Super Bowl halftime show this past February. Some liked it, some didn’t, but 2,300 were so upset with it that they actually contacted the Federal […]1 hour ago
Colorado in the top five states where you’re most likely to be struck by lightning
You already have to worry about rattlesnakes and bears and tornadoes in Colorado, and now this?! Coloradans know summer thunderstorms are part of the deal. But a new study says […]2 hours ago
The infamous Pete Weber among bowling legends headed to Colorado for prestigious tournament this week
Even non-bowling fans know the “Who do you think you are? I am!” clip — it has tens of millions of views and is one of the most memed moments […]2 hours ago
Morgan Wallen breaks another record in a first for Country music
No ACM wins? No problem for Morgan Wallen as he continues to stack even more record breaking feats, this time being a first for Country music. Morgan Wallen, who many […]6 hours ago
Dan + Shay Bringing Young Tour to Ball Arena This Fall
The last time Dan + Shay were in Colorado, they brought the house down at Fiddler’s Green during Tracy & Fizz’s Hoobajoob in 2024 — and now they’re headed back […]8 hours ago
2026 ACM Awards: start time, nominations, performers, and how to watch
The ACM Awards return to Las Vegas tonight, streaming live and free on Amazon Prime Video, and we have your guide to everything you need to know for one of […]1 day ago
Could we miss out on Palisade peaches this year? Fungal disease, climate change put Colorado’s famed fruit at risk
I cannot imagine a season without the best fruit on planet earth, Colorado’s famous Palisade peaches, but this could be the year… A spreading fungal disease and increasingly volatile spring […]3 days ago
Colorado leads the nation in tattoo regret, study finds
Have a tattoo or two that you regret? Well, if you live in Colorado you definitely are not alone! A new analysis by Goldie, a scheduling platform for tattoo artists, […]3 days ago
Benihana is opening their first ‘Express’ location in Colorado on the 16th Street Mall
Benihana is bringing a new concept to the 16th Street Mall, but don’t expect the tableside knife-flipping just yet. Permits filed with the city show a Benihana Express — the […]3 days ago
Colorado’s Adams County Fair announces 2026 concert lineup featuring Cooper Alan and more
The Adams County Fair has unveiled its concert lineup for 2026, bringing country artists Cooper Alan and Dylan Marlowe to the United Power Grandstands on Saturday, Aug. 1 at 8 […]3 days ago
Avalanche Western Conference Finals schedule released
A historic collapse, an all-time goal, and a moment that will live on in Denver sports history have earned the Colorado Avalanche a well-deserved week off. After a wild Wednesday […]3 days ago
Broncos 2026 schedule has been released
The wait is over. We now know when the Denver Broncos will play their 2026 opponents. Week 1 @ Kansas City Chiefs (Monday Night Football) Week 2 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars […]4 days ago
Lakeside Amusement Park opens for 118th season May 15, with its iconic Cyclone coaster possibly returning
Going to Lakeside Amusement Park in Denver is like a rite of passage, you have to do it at least once, and your next chance is coming quick! Lakeside, off […]4 days ago
Denver beer garden cancels unvaccinated singles mixer, citing safety concerns
If you live in or around Denver and you were hoping to find a lover who is unvaccinated, it just got a little bit harder… A singles mixer for unvaccinated […]4 days ago
Broncos set to host rematch of epic playoff game on Christmas Day
With the NFL schedule being released tonight, certain matchups continue to be released. We already know that the Broncos are going to travel to Kansas City in Week 1 to […]4 days ago
Swig, the chain that invented ‘dirty soda,’ is heading to Colorado for the first time
Dirty sodas are all the rage these days, but there can only be one “original,” and the place that started the trend is finally coming to Colorado! Swig, the Utah-born […]4 days ago
Amazon’s 30-minute delivery service heading to Denver
This will be really convenient next time you forget a birthday or anniversary! Denver is among the next wave of cities set to receive Amazon Now, the tech giant’s ultra-fast […]4 days ago
Road Closure info for Colfax Marathon
Almost 30,000 people will be taking part in the Rocky Mountain regions largest marathon, the 20th Colfax Marathon this weekend. With that will also bring many road closures and transit […]4 days ago
Bear spotted in Broomfield neighborhood
On May 12, a bear was spotted walking around in Broomfield in the Anthem Ranch neighborhood. Community alert! 🐻 A bear is currently roaming the Anthem Ranch Neighborhood in north […]5 days ago
Colorado’s second drive-thru-only Chick-fil-A opens May 14 with free food for anyone dressed like a cow
Dig through the closet, raid the kids’ craft supplies, borrow a onesie — whatever it takes to look like a cow by Thursday morning. Chick-fil-A’s second drive-thru-only restaurant in Colorado […]6 days ago
Denver’s Harry Potter pop-up bar vanishes after Warner Bros. casts cease-and-desist spell
A Harry Potter-themed pop-up bar in downtown Denver lasted barely a week before the magic ran out — courtesy of Warner Bros. The Underground School of Magic opened May 6 […]6 days ago
Loose cow triggers late-night roundup in Denver park, proves the city earned its nickname
They don’t call it the Cow Town for nothing. A runaway cow that wandered out of Lakewood and into Denver late Monday night sparked a brief urban rodeo at Garfield […]6 days ago
LOOK – Denver Zoo welcomes critically endangered bongo calf
I often say that all baby animals are cute, but some are way cuter than others, and today I learned baby bongos are EXTTRA CUTE! The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance […]6 days ago
7-Eleven offering pump relief with 50 cents off per gallon in June and July
It’s one of the top things on everyone’s minds right now, the ever-growing cost of gasoline, and 7-eleven is hoping to bring some relief this Summer with 50 Cents off […]6 days ago
Broncos to Open 2026 Season on Monday Night Football vs. Chiefs
With the 2026 NFL schedule rollout officially underway, Denver Broncos fans already have one date circled on the calendar. The Broncos will open the 2026 season on “Monday Night Football” […]6 days ago
Denver Zoo says goodbye to last hippo — and slashes water use by more than 25 percent
Because my favorite animal is a hippo, learning the Denver Zoo no longer has one was sad at first…but finding out why they parted ways makes a ton of sense, […]7 days ago
Colorado officially welcomes a Taco Bell Cantina, one of only 60 in the world
One of the rarest of all Taco Bells is now in Colorado…the state’s first Taco Bell Cantina is open. The boozy Baja Blasts, however, are not — at least not […]7 days ago
Denver among the ten U.S. cities you’re most likely to see a UFO
It may not be Roswell or Area 51, but it turns out Denver has a rather robust UFO scene… The Mile High City ranks No. 10 in the nation for […]7 days ago
Denver’s first 90 degree day coming potentially a month earlier than normal
Just a week after a Cinco De Mayo snowstorm hit Denver, we are now looking at the potential for Denver’s first 90 degree day, almost a month earlier than normal. […]7 days ago
Riley Green joining ‘The Voice’ as coach; Kelly Clarkson welcomes him with a gift
“Coach Green” has a pretty good ring to it. As Season 30 of The Voice gets set to debut later this year, country music fans will see a familiar mustache […]7 days ago
Fizz’s Top 5 TV Shows Set in Colorado
1. “South Park” (1997-present) — No show has done more for Colorado’s reputation. And by “more,” we mean Trey Parker and Matt Stone have spent nearly 30 years convincing the […]7 days ago
Colorado man becomes world’s first to have brain plugged into computer at this level
Meet Brandon Patterson — a 41-year-old from Elbert, Colorado, who is literally plugging his brain into a computer, and it’s as incredible as it sounds. Patterson, who has been paralyzed […]7 days ago
Denver PD’s proposed taser policy change, loosening restrictions, has some watchdogs on edge
The Denver Police Department is considering a significant shift in when officers can deploy a Taser — and not everyone is on board with it. Under the proposed change, officers […]7 days ago
Questions about DIA’s perimeter security grow after deadly Frontier Airlines runway incident
It was a terrifying night at Denver International Airport — and now the questions are coming fast. As you’ve probably heard by now, a person jumped the perimeter fence at […]7 days ago
Frontier flight strikes and kills person on DIA runway, forcing evacuation of 231 passengers
A frightening scene unfolded at Denver International Airport late Friday night after a Frontier Airlines jet struck and killed a person on the runway during takeoff, triggering an emergency evacuation […]9 days ago
World’s largest bike maker pedaling its way to Boulder
If you’ve ever ridden a Giant bicycle, you already have a connection to the world’s biggest bike manufacturer — and soon, that company will call Colorado home. Giant Group USA, […]10 days ago
BREAKING: Broncos sign General Manager George Paton to a new five-year contract through 2030
One of the biggest offseason questions surrounding the Denver Broncos has officially been answered: the team announced Friday that general manager George Paton has signed a new five-year contract extension […]10 days ago
Most unique Mother’s Day events in Denver metro for 2026
Ah, Mother’s Day. That one Sunday in May when we all pretend we’ve got our acts together and shower our favorite Mom with appreciation. But let’s be real: Another bouquet […]10 days ago
Soft-serve margaritas hit Denver as small restaurants bet thousands on viral summer trend
It was 2 a.m. when Joan Velazquez saw the video. A restaurant in Houston called Doña Leti’s was dispensing margaritas out of a soft-serve machine — thick, swirled, colorful, topped […]11 days ago
A new Van Gogh immersive experience is now in Denver featuring 360-degree projections and a life-sized hologram
There have been other iterations of this experience in Denver, but many people have been waiting six years for this one to come to town! “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience,” […]11 days ago
Ford Amphitheater’s owner eyes a $350 million venue in Northern Colorado
The company behind the Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs is thinking bigger — and farther north. Venu Holding Corporation announced Thursday (May 7) that it is in active discussions with […]11 days ago
Forget the flowers: Colorado Chocolate Festival happens this weekend with 50,000 samples & Mother’s Day market
If your Mother’s Day plan involves a card from the drugstore and a vague promise to “do something nice,” consider this your intervention… The Colorado Chocolate Festival — one of […]11 days ago
Interview I Comedian Brian Posehn talks Big Bang Theory Spinoff
Brian Posehn stopped by ahead of his Comedy Works Downtown shows to talk about the Big Bang Theory spinoff ‘Stuart Fails to Save the Universe’ that will be dropping this […]11 days ago
Gas prices are up AGAIN, but help is here: Grab your 40 cent discount at Circle K TODAY
Look, I get it. Between the endless carpool lines and the price of snacks for two kiddos who seem to eat their weight in goldfish crackers every hour, my wallet […]11 days ago
LOOK – Longtime Elway’s Steakhouse building demolished in Denver
The steaks are gone. And now, so is the building. Elway’s Cherry Creek, the flagship steakhouse co-owned by Broncos Hall of Famer John Elway that anchored one of Denver’s most […]12 days ago
Denver makes the top 10 in this year’s list of the worst cities in America for mosquitoes
If you thought the Mile High City’s dry winter would spare us from mosquito season, you have some bad news waiting on the patio. Denver ranked No. 10 on Orkin’s […]12 days ago
Denver condo residents are suing a gym because of their weightlifters load ‘groans’
We’ve seen restaurants be sued for their coffee being too hot and others sue haunted houses for being too scary, but this may be a first… A Denver gym being […]12 days ago
WATCH – 250-pound black bear found napping in a Colorado window well
A 250-pound black bear that wandered into the basement window well of a home in Falcon, Colorado on Tuesday (May 5) apparently found the accommodations satisfactory. By the time Colorado […]12 days ago
Three Colorado towns named among best summer getaways in the U.S.
Colorado claimed three of the 10 spots on Travel + Leisure’s list of the best small towns in America for a summer weekend getaway, with Crested Butte, Telluride and Salida […]13 days ago
Immersive Harry Potter exhibition is coming to Denver this summer
Denver is about to become the most magical city on the Front Range — and not because of the May snowstorm. “Harry Potter: The Exhibition,” described as the most extensive […]13 days ago
The top 10 best places to get green chile in Denver
IT’s Cinco de Mayo, and that instantly gets me thinking Mexican food. There is no Mexican dish more Denver than green chile. Not the thin, bright-green New Mexico version (no […]13 days ago
Two water slides in Denver named among the best in all of America
Denver is known for a lot of things; beer, mountains, and music… But who knew Denver was such a mecca for water slides? Two water slides at Water World in […]14 days ago
Denver finally has a Y2K themed bar after months of delays
The Nintendo 64 is plugged in. The VHS tapes are stacked. Mr. Brightside is the closing anthem. And after months of city permitting delays that nearly killed the concept before […]14 days ago
What’s the biggest May snowstorm in Denver’s history?
As I write this on on Monday afternoon, it’s 71 degrees in Denver. By Wednesday morning, the city could be under half a foot of snow… The National Weather Service […]14 days ago
WATCH – Spectator crashes daily driver as Colorado National Speedway opens 2026 season
Colorado National Speedway’s season opener Saturday night delivered exactly what new ownership had hoped for: a packed house, a compelling feature race and national attention. The national attention part, however, […]14 days ago
A-Basin extends the season for one more weekend
Don’t stash away those skis just yet! Arapahoe Basin is squeezing out one more weekend. A-Basin just pushed its closing date from May 3 to May 10 after picking up […]14 days ago
Bath & Body Works and Star Wars collab on new collection
May the Fourth be with you indeed! Just in time for what has become a Star Wars holiday, Bath & Body Works announces a collaboration with Star Wars on new […]14 days ago
Water World ranks among America’s best water parks again
Good news for Colorado thrill-seekers: Water World is making waves again. The Federal Heights favorite just landed at No. 5 on USA Today’s list of the best outdoor water parks […]14 days ago
99.5 percent of Broncos season ticket holders have renewed, over 100,000 on wait list
If you’re one of the 107,000 people on the Denver Broncos’ season ticket wait list, the math just got even more discouraging. The Broncos announced Thursday that 99.5 percent of […]17 days ago
Colorado man completes world’s largest commercial jigsaw puzzle after 4 years, 60,000 pieces and one sleepless night
I can’t even complete one of those 1,000 piece puzzles they sell at Walmart, so needless to say, this is MINDBLOWING! After four years, more than 800 hours and one […]17 days ago
Country star Jackson Dean to headline Make-A-Wish Colorado fundraiser at Mission Ballroom next week; tickets still available
Platinum-selling country artist Jackson Dean will headline a Make-A-Wish Colorado fundraiser next Thursday (May 7th) at Mission Ballroom, and tickets are still on sale for the event that raises money […]17 days ago
Colorado bill would let speed cameras ticket drivers going just 6 mph over the limit
I’ve always had it in my head that you can go up to ten miles per hour over the speed limit and the cops will leave you alone… Whether or […]18 days ago
A $100,000 salary qualifies as ‘lower-middle class’ in Colorado, new analysis finds
It wasn’t that long ago that making six figures made you “rich.” Boy have things changed quickly… Households earning up to $107,903 in Colorado fall into the lower-middle-class bracket, according […]18 days ago
Colorado officially bans dog and cat sales in pet stores
Pet stores in Colorado will no longer be allowed to sell dogs or cats under a new law signed Wednesday (April 29) by Gov. Jared Polis, capping an eight-year legislative […]18 days ago
‘Princess Bride,’ ‘Sinners’ and ‘Jurassic Park’ highlight 2026 Film on the Rocks lineup at Red Rocks
The only thing that might be better than watching your favorite band at Red Rocks is watching your favorite movie there! Film on the Rocks, Denver’s signature summer outdoor cinema […]18 days ago
Proposed Colorado bill would make condiments available only on request
Isn’t it nice when you go to a fast food restaurant and you automatically get napkins, straws, and condiments in your bag when you’re leaving? Now things could be changing […]18 days ago
Super Bowl record-setter Jordan Norwood is selling his $1.79M Denver home
Remember that jaw-dropping 61-yard punt return during the Broncos’ Super Bowl 50 win? Yeah, that was Jordan Norwood — and now the former wide receiver is selling the Denver home […]18 days ago
Grab your umbrella: rain, thunderstorms and mountain snow hit Colorado through Friday
If you stepped outside Thursday and thought it felt more like late October than late April, you’re not imagining things. A strong spring storm system is rolling through Colorado, bringing […]18 days ago
Fizz’s Top 5 Day Trips From Denver
I love living in Denver. But occasionally, the urge to escape the endless highway construction and $7 iced lattes becomes overwhelming. As a Colorado native and a guy who talks […]18 days ago
Denver is US metro area with fastest-falling home values
Good news if you’re in the market for a house in Denver…very bad news if you’re trying ton sell one! Home values in Denver are falling faster than in any […]19 days ago
Monster Jam returns to Denver on May 9 with 12,000-pound trucks
Twelve-thousand-pound monster trucks will take over the Broncos’ home stadium next week when Monster Jam brings its Stadium Championship Series West to Empower Field at Mile High on Saturday, May […]19 days ago
Man steals $1.7 million electric fire engine minutes after being released from Colorado jail
I’ve never been to jail, so I am probably not the best guy to give advice for what to do when you get released, but I think it’s safe to […]19 days ago
LOOK – Water World building Denver’s first drop-capsule water slide
The countdown ends. The floor drops out. And you plummet. Water World, Colorado’s largest water park, is building Denver’s first drop-capsule water slide as the centerpiece of a new attraction […]19 days ago
Stranger Things x Mcdonalds Collab on the way
Netflix new animated series Stranger Things: Tales from ’85 has been making waves on the streaming platform, and now it will be doing the same through Mcdonald’s across the country […]19 days ago
Von Miller Pushes for Return to Broncos
It’s been almost five years since Von Miller suited up for the Denver Broncos. In 2021, the Broncos were entering a full rebuild and needed to get as many draft […]19 days ago
Kacey Musgraves is bringing her ‘Middle of Nowhere’ tour to Ball Arena this fall
Eight-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves is heading back to Denver. The country-pop superstar announced her “Middle of Nowhere” North American Tour Wednesday, and Denver’s Ball Arena is on the […]19 days ago
Denver could soon let bars stay open until 4 a.m. — but there’s a catch
Denver is considering pushing bar and nightclub closing times from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. under a new proposal from the city’s Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection — and […]19 days ago
Shaboozey to make Red Rocks debut in October, bringing ‘Outlaws Never Die Tour’ to Colorado
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Shaboozey will play Red Rocks for the first time on Oct. 13 as part of a sweeping North American headlining tour in support of his upcoming concept album. […]20 days ago
Denver International Airport has second-longest walk to the gate of any U.S. airport, new report finds
If catching a flight at Denver International Airport sometimes feels like a hike, there’s data to back that up. DIA ranks as the No. 2 U.S. airport for longest walking […]20 days ago
Rentable trikes are coming to Denver streets as new scooter company Veo gets the city contract
For the first time, Denver riders will be able to hop on a three-wheeled electric scooter through the city’s shared micromobility program. Veo Micromobility, a California-based company, will begin deploying […]20 days ago
Broncos All-Pro tackle Garett Bolles goes viral after pulling over to change stranded motorist’s tire on Denver freeway
Garett Bolles protects quarterbacks for a living. On Monday (April 26), he stopped to help a stranger on the side of the road. A TikTok video surfaced showing the Denver […]20 days ago
Lime and Bird scooters and e-bikes leaving Denver
If you are a frequent user of Lime or Bird’s scooters and e-bikes, it may be time to move to a new app as they will be leaving Denver in […]20 days ago
Did someone actually steal Nikola Jokic’s underwear after Denver lost game four against Minnesota?
Sure, people will steal anything… But one thing I’d avoid if I was a thief is an athletes underwear, because GROSS! Nikola Jokić lost a lot more than a basketball […]21 days ago
Live Nation’s $30 summer ticket deal returns with country shows like Lee Brice across Colorado
Trying to go to a concert for $30, including fees, is dang near impossible these days…but here’s your chance! Live Nation recently announced its 2026 Summer of Live promotion, offering $30 […]21 days ago
Denver to give away free mulch and compost May 2 at four locations across city
Yard maintenance is not cheap these days, so take advantage of some free material in Denver this weekend! Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure will host its annual mulch and […]21 days ago
Tim McGraw, bull riders head to Colorado Springs as PBR and Space Force team up for America 250 event
The Professional Bull Riders is already making a big mark in Colorado with their three-day event in Fort Collins for a second year in a row, and now they’re bringing […]21 days ago
Denver Museum of Nature & Science offers free admission on April 26 for Día del Niño celebration
If you’ve got a family that likes to get out and explore Denver, here’s a great way to do it while saving a ton of money this weekend! The Denver […]24 days ago
Drink from a dog bowl, get a free beer: Dog-themed dive bar set to open in downtown Denver
A new downtown bar is betting that folks in Denver love their dogs enough to drink like one. Two Lazy Dogs Bar & Grill, a canine-themed dive bar opening soon […]24 days ago
