Colorado News
Is Chicago-favorite Portillo’s still planning to expand into Colorado?
If you’re craving an authentic Chicago-style hot dog or an Italian beef sandwich, you may need to just plan a trip to Illinois at this point… Portillo’s, the Chicago-based fast-casual […]22 days ago
Shirtless Rockies fans go viral as Colorado completes sweep of Astros
The Colorado Rockies have a .500 record for the first time since April 2023 and fans celebrated by taking their shirts off and going viral at Coors Field! The mob […]22 days ago
Wheat Ridge motel where Elvis stayed is being demolished
You’ve likely driven by and seen the sign a thousand times, but soon a notorious Denver-area motel will be nothing but a memory. The American Motel along I-70 that once […]22 days ago
A notoriously haunted mansion in Denver is now available for lease as luxury apartments
If you don’t mind a phantom roommate or two you can now live in one of Denver’s most famous mansions! A notoriously haunted 1880’s mansion in Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood […]22 days ago
Ice Cream of the future finally coming to homes!
Whether its a trip to Elitch Gardens or hitting a game at Ball Arena, nothing like a bowl of that ice cream of the future, Dippin Dots! Well soon you […]22 days ago
National Drug Take Back Day for Colorado on April 25th
National Drug Take Back Day – April 25 National Drug Take Back Day is coming up on April 25th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—a safe, simple way to dispose […]23 days ago
The Red Bull Soapbox Race is coming to Denver!
The wildest race on wheels is back in the Mile High City for the first time in 18 years! On Saturday, June 13, the Red Bull Soapbox Race takes over […]23 days ago
Dairy Queen introduces “Breakfast Collection” Blizzards
Breakfast is the best meal of the day if you ask me. Ice cream is my favorite type of food, so let’s combine them and make magic. Dairy Queen is […]23 days ago
Here’s why IN-N-OUT mobile ordering will never happen
Do you love In-N-Out? If you’re hoping to skip the drive-thru line with a tap on your phone, you are out of luck. CEO Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson said flatly that they […]23 days ago
Arena football returns to Denver this weekend with a former Broncos’ quarterback leading the way
There was a time when arena football was a big deal in Denver. John Elway owned the Colorado Crush, who would pack what was then the Pepsi Center with thousands […]23 days ago
Counterfeit Colorado produce has gotten so bad that the Governor signed a bill to crack down
If you’ve ever bought peaches thinking they were famous Palisade Peaches from Colorado, but they didn’t taste like it, it might be because they weren’t actually from our state. Counterfeit […]23 days ago
Molly Brown House Museum debuts never-before-seen Titanic artifacts in Denver
Next week will mark 114 years since the Titanic sank, and there is a unique way to memorialize the anniversary in Denver. A letter penned aboard the Titanic five days […]23 days ago
‘Good Morning America’ to broadcast live from Colorado on April 10th, and you’re invited but there’s a catch
Being a part of an iconic TV show like Good Morning America would be awesome, but are you willing to drive more than 14,000 feet up a mountain to do […]23 days ago
Interview I Thomas Rhett shares how he came up with his son’s name Brave
In between handling diaper duties and driving his new record with Jordan Davis “Aint a Bad Life” up to #1 in Country Radio, Thomas Rhett called in to Tracy & […]23 days ago
Colorado Rapids to get a brand refresh, does that include new name?
The Colorado Rapids are going to be refreshing some of their brand, including their logo, but fortunately for longtime fans that will not include a new name. In a statement […]23 days ago
Bigfoot Days festival returns to Colorado this April with races, film premieres and even a calling contest
A lot of people think Bigfoot is hanging out in the Pacific Northwest, but I personally think the Colorado mountains would be the perfect hiding spot. Clearly I am not […]24 days ago
$350 million gondola proposal pitched as way to revitalize downtown Denver
There have been talks of a ferris wheel, a giant observation tower, and now the latest amusement park-like attraction proposed to revitalize Downtown Denver is a gondola ride… A local […]24 days ago
Colorado Rockies draw lowest non-pandemic crowd in Coors Field history
The worst about this article is the Colorado Rockies might actually be an ok baseball team this season… Still, the Rockies set a dubious record Monday night (April 6), drawing […]24 days ago
Two stand-up comedy specials for Netflix set to film in Denver – Here’s how to be a part of them
If you ever wanted to be on a Netflix show, these may be a couple of your best chances! Two stand-up specials are set to be filmed for Netflix in […]24 days ago
Colorado baby born in car on shoulder of Highway I-225
A Colorado couple welcomed their baby girl on the shoulder of highway I-225 after the mother went into labor while the family raced to the Colorado Fetal Care Center. The […]24 days ago
Whataburger finally makes plans for Denver metro location
OK, Colorado. This is not a drill. I am not exaggerating when I say this might be the best fast food news the Front Range has gotten in years. Look, […]25 days ago
WATCH – Nikola Jokic’s brother involved in another fan confrontation during Nuggets game
Why anyone would mess with Nikola Jokic’s brother, who looks like a real-life Incredible Hulk, is beyond me, but it happened again… Strahinja Jokic, the oldest brother of Nuggets star […]25 days ago
Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day returns April 14; here’s where to get a scoop in Colorado
Ben & Jerry’s annual Free Cone Day is back next Tuesday, and Colorado ice cream fans can line up for unlimited free scoops at participating locations. The event is set […]25 days ago
Former Denver Nuggets head coach, Michael Malone finalizing new job
Former Denver Nuggets head coach, Michael Malone will always have a soft spot in the hearts of Denver sports fans. Malone became the first head coach in Nuggets history to […]25 days ago
Colorado’s future Front Range passenger train gets a name: ‘CoCo’
Anytime we let the public name something you just have to cross your fingers and hope they don’t come up with something like “Trainy McTrainFace.” Luckily we’ve avoided that situation […]25 days ago
Colorado’s Lauren Betts becomes first from the state to win NCAA tournament’s Most Outstanding Player
Women’s sports is booming in Colorado right now! Between the buzz around the new soccer team, the Denver Summit, and now a Colorado native doing something that’s never been done […]25 days ago
Artemis II crew breaks record distance from Earth and names new craters
The Artemis II crew officially broke Apollo 13’s previous record of 248,655 miles as its continues on its lunar fly-around mission. It is expected they will eventually surpass that record […]25 days ago
Former Blake Street Tavern near Coors Field announces plans to reopen
Blake Street Tavern, one of downtown’s most iconic sports bars, is making a comeback. I have so many fun memories of Blake Street Tavern. Blake Street Tavern, which closed in […]26 days ago
Ditch the Desk: Governor Polis Writes You a Sick Note for Rockies Opening Day
If you’re currently staring at a spreadsheet while the sun shines on Coors Field, Governor Jared Polis has your back. With the Colorado Rockies’ home opener officially upon us, the […]29 days ago
Fizz’s Top 5 Easter Candies And Not A Peep In Sight
Happy Easter! After polling the office, raiding the break room, and consulting an unreasonable number of national rankings, I’m ready to declare the five treats that belong in every basket […]29 days ago
Interview: Dan + Shay talk powerful new record “Say So”
Dan + Shay talked with Fizz and Big Mic about their powerful new record “Say So” which speaks of the importance of if you need someone, to say so. If […]29 days ago
Denver restaurants that still have Easter reservations available
Easter is Sunday (April 5), and while many of the Denver area’s most popular brunch spots are filling up fast, more than 300 restaurants still had availability as of this […]29 days ago
Rumors swirl that the Denver Broncos are interested in Aaron Rodgers, but are they really?
First LeBron James possibly joining the Denver Nuggets and now this?? The Denver Broncos moved quickly this week to shut down rumors linking the team to free agent quarterback Aaron […]29 days ago
Colorado movie theater offers free cartoons and cereal every weekend
What’s better on a Saturday morning than cartoons and cereal? If you, like me, said “nothing,” then we have to get to Fort Collins for this… A small independent theater […]29 days ago
Who has the best burritos in Denver?
Today is National Burrito Day (April 2), and Denver residents looking to celebrate with something beyond chain-restaurant deals have plenty of highly rated local options. The annual holiday, observed on […]29 days ago
Colorado spring allergy season hits earlier this year
Colorado’s allergy season is already here. If you feel like you have been sneezing since Valentine’s Day, you’re not imagining things. Colorado’s 2026 allergy season started weeks early, with high […]30 days ago
CDOT begins mailing $75 tickets to drivers caught speeding by new cameras in work zones in Colorado
If you’ve been treating the I-25 North Express Lanes work zone like a personal speedway, I’ve got some bad news: The honeymoon period is officially over. The Colorado Speed Enforcement […]30 days ago
Denver Metros last drive-in movie theater opens for 50th season
Remember back in 2023 when Denverites were devastated to hear that the final remaining drive-in movie theater, 88 Drive In Theatre, was going to close? Well not only has it […]30 days ago
Denver Zoo sues over leaky, rusty $19 million new sea lion exhibit
If you pay $19 million for anything, it better be top-notch. Unfortunately for the Denver Zoo, their $19 million might’ve got them some shoddy work… Less than a year after […]1 month ago
LeBron James a Denver Nugget? Denver emerges as surprise free-agency destination for 41-year-old star
Can you imagine LeBron James in a Denver Nuggets uniform? Well, it might not be part of your imagination much longer… As James’ 23rd NBA season winds toward its conclusion […]1 month ago
Colorado National Speedway building drag strip at Dacono facility, aims to give street racers legal outlet
Colorado National Speedway is expanding beyond its oval-track roots, announcing this week that a drag strip is under construction at its Weld County facility on the north side of the […]1 month ago
What were the ‘Doomsday plane’ and electronic attack aircraft doing circling the Colorado skies this week?
Should we get our tinfoil hats out in Colorado? Residents across the Pikes Peak region took to social media Monday (Mar. 30) after two unusual military aircraft were seen flying […]1 month ago
Interview: Justin Moore talks Colorado injury and Time’s Ticking
Justin Moore just recently dropped his #’s album titled “Greatest Hits… Moore to Come” a few weeks back and on that album is 13 of his #’1s including his most […]1 month ago
Yay, The Bugs Are Already Here.
Colorado, we’ve got a bug problem — and this warm winter is to blame If you feel like you’ve been swatting at more creepy-crawlies than usual this spring, you’re not […]1 month ago
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library back in Denver after community rallies to restore funding
Thank goodness for Dolly Parton and for some good folks in Colorado who are making sure one of her mission’s continues on even after funding dried up. Dolly Parton’s Imagination […]1 month ago
Colorado bill banning dog and cat sales in pet stores clears its last major legislative hurdle
A bill that would ban pet stores in Colorado from selling dogs and cats cleared its last major legislative hurdle Monday (Mar. 30), passing the state Senate 19-16. House Bill […]1 month ago
Country star Jackson Dean to headline Make-A-Wish Colorado gala at Mission Ballroom
We already adore Make-A-Wish and their incredible work, but they just went up yet another notch in our book with the announcement of their headliner for their annual Denver gala. […]1 month ago
Sheridan School District 2 schools closed for classes for the week
Sheridan School District 2 announced via a message on their website that their schools will be closed for the rest of the week for in-person learning due to an employee […]1 month ago
Denver’s turkeys are back and they’re looking for love
If you’ve been spotting turkeys all over town lately, you’re not imagining things. I saw one strolling down the shoulder of I-25 last night like it was no big deal. […]1 month ago
Dozens of Easter egg hunts planned across the Denver area this week
Easter is Sunday (April 5), so if you have kids this is your reminder to get to the store this week and build the perfect Easter basket. It’s also a […]1 month ago
The University of Denver Hockey team is headed back to college hockey’s ‘Final Four’ – Here’s how to watch
The University of Denver hockey team is headed back to the “Frozen Four” after rolling past defending national champion Western Michigan 6-2 Sunday (Mar. 29) in the NCAA West Regional […]1 month ago
Hulu’s ‘Paradise’ puts DIA conspiracies at center of its season 2 finale
I’ve never actually watched the Hulu show “Paradise,” but after featuring Denver International Airport in their season 2 finale, I have a new must-watch show. The finale, titled “Exodus,” revealed […]1 month ago
Couple sets out to visit all 273 incorporated towns in Colorado this year
I get stressed out when I look at my calendar and have two or three big things planned in a year. There’s a couple that has 273 trips planned around […]1 month ago
Denver asks restaurants to only serve water by request amid drought conditions
With an unusually warm winter leaving our mountain snowpack levels lower than average, Denver Water has officially implemented mandatory watering restrictions. The goal is clear: a 20 percent reduction in […]1 month ago
Denver Street Sweeping Season Starts April 1: Don’t Get Hit with a $50 Fine
Spring has arrived in the Mile High City, and with the warmer weather comes the return of our annual street sweeping season. Starting April 1, city crews will be out […]1 month ago
Denver’s 107 year old Civic Center Park getting revitalized
After over 100 years, Denver’s Civic Center Park will be getting a big facelift to the price tag of $70 million. The Civic Center Park Conservancy has already raised around […]1 month ago
Coors Field ranks No. 5 among all MLB stadiums for 2026 season
As we gear up for Friday’s home opener against the Phillies, USA Today’s For the Win has ranked all 30 MLB stadiums, with Coors Field in Denver landing at No. […]1 month ago
Snow is a possibility during the first few days of April in Denver
It feels like Mother Nature may be confused after giving us very little snow in Colorado this winter. So no one would be surprised if it snowed into July this […]1 month ago
Colorado cop saves choking newborn at red light
An Aurora, Colorado, police officer is being hailed as a hero for stepping in to help a newborn in distress after a mother urgently sought help. Earlier this month, Officer Jerry […]1 month ago
Denver’s apartment building with canyon running through it has units that cost over $12k per month
Living in an apartment building that has an outdoor canyon running through it sounds cool and all, but is it worth over $12,000 per month? The building at the corner […]1 month ago
Interview | Comedian Duncan Trussell talks Comedy Works Denver shows
Comedian Duncan Trussell is performing at Comedy Works downtown Friday, March 27, and Saturday, March 28, and stopped by Big Mic‘s Open Mic to talk about whether his very first […]1 month ago
Netflix raising prices again
Another day, another Netflix price increase! Pet Netflix’s updated Help page on pricing, the price increase will run as follows: Standard with ads & 1080p Full HD: Increased from $7.99 […]1 month ago
Bill to allow Colorado bars stay open past 2 a.m. advances in state House
Maybe I am just getting old, but I don’t need the bar to stay open past 2 a.m… There are others in Colorado who would like a little more time, […]1 month ago
Colorado’s first treehouse hotel opens in Evergreen
Colorado’s first luxury treehouse hotel has opened in the foothills west of Denver, offering guests the chance to sleep 25 feet up among the pines. Juniper Lodge & Treehouses opened […]1 month ago
Kids can go bowling for free in Colorado this summer – Here’s how
Trying to find things for the kids to do all summer can be a challenge for parents, I know first hand. But there is a program in Colorado that the […]1 month ago
New country bar to open in Denver’s Five Points
Even though many people around the country still refer to Denver as a “cowtown,” there really aren’t a lot of options when it comes to country bars. We are about […]1 month ago
Fizz’s Top 5 Denver Patios for sunshine, snacks and people-watching
(This list deserves and honorable mention…School Yard Beer Garden in the Golden Triangle. Trust me) Linger (LoHi) Rooftop patio, killer views, and a menu that makes you order “one more […]1 month ago
Colorado Rockies will offer two-foot long, one-pound hot dog among other new food items this season
If your baseball team is likely to be terrible again, get them to come watch the games by offering food you can get nowhere else…that may be the approach the […]1 month ago
Country music phenom Ty Myers announces his Red Rocks debut this summer
When someone asks me which young country artist I think will be playing football stadiums one day, my answer is without question is Ty Myers. Before the Texas-native gets there […]1 month ago
Denver’s Casa Bonita invites you for Easter dinner
When I think of Easter dinner, normally I think of ham, potatoes, and deviled eggs… But how do enchiladas and a dive show sound this year? Denver’s famous Casa Bonita […]1 month ago
Where to get free photos with the Easter bunny in Denver
We were walking around the mall this weekend, and they had an Easter bunny that kids could visit, sit on it’s lap and take photos with…I have to be honest, […]1 month ago
Colorado ski fest not offering refunds despite no skiing
The 6th annual Boot Tan Fest is scheduled to run April 10-12 at Sunlight Mountain in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, and the problem is, the ski fest which has welcomed hundreds […]1 month ago
Franks & Beers & Baseball – Coors Field Offers 9-9-9 Challenge!
The 2026 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies is just over a week away. Although the game against the Miami Marlins has not sold out, I would say chances are […]1 month ago
A Colorado slang term is among the most hated in America
I am a Colorado native, born and raised, and never left the state. Yet if you asked me to name one slang term from Colorado, I probably wouldn’t have an […]1 month ago
Denver’s Lakeside Amusement Park may reopen their most popular ride for the first time in four years this summer
Lakeside Amusement Park has been a staple in Denver for nearly 120 years and its main attraction is the Cyclone wooden roller coaster. Sadly, that ride has been closed for […]1 month ago
Denver Water will give you up to $750 in discounts to change out your grass
Barely any snow in Colorado this winter means there won’t be much water for your grass this summer so Denver Water has a deal for you to help. Denver Water […]1 month ago
‘Landman’s’ Billy Bob Thornton has a band and they’re coming to Denver
Billy Bob Thornton is as popular as he’s ever been thanks to the hit show Landman. Personally, Bad Santa is where he won me over, but regardless of when you […]1 month ago
Fizz’s Top 5 “Don’t Get Got” Colorado Tourist Traps
Cave of the Winds (Colorado Springs) Cool cave, sure… but the full “experience” can turn into a greatest-hits album of add-ons, ticket tiers, and gift shop swag. 16th Street (Denver) […]1 month ago
Colorado Rockies’ home opener is in danger of not selling out
I am no Colorado Rockies historian, so I don’t know this for sure, but it sure seems like every Opening Day game at Coors Field has been sold out. That could […]1 month ago
PETA gives away free vegan groceries to unpaid TSA workers at Denver’s airport
I have made fun of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) many times over the years, so I felt like I owed them this article about something cool […]1 month ago
Researchers in Colorado think python blood may be the next weightloss craze
This may have been bigger news a year or two ago before the boom of GLP-1’s, but if you’re still looking to lose a few pounds here ya go… Scientists […]1 month ago
Denver Pioneers are back in college hockey’s version of The Big Dance – here’s how to watch
The University of Denver Pioneers Hockey team has been so dominate in recent history that it’s almost a given that they’re in the NCAA Hockey Tournament again. The Pioneers have […]1 month ago
Broncos Super Bowl 50 players and team to be featured in Night of Champions
While its been a decade since the Denver Broncos locked down their 3rd Lombardi Trophy when they beat the Carolina Panthers, the memories still live on, and those memories will […]1 month ago
Colorado Shakespeare Festival returns this summer
For over 60 years, the Colorado Shakespeare Festival has been bringing the magic of Shakespeare to Colorado, and this season, it will be returning to an old home! Beginning with […]1 month ago
Craig Ferguson is walking across Colorado today for men’s health
You might want to keep an eye on the shoulder of the road this week. Former late-night host Craig Ferguson is making his way across Colorado on foot, a grueling […]1 month ago
Colorado Renaissance Festival announces themed weekends
Huzzah!! The Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur just dropped its themed weekends for the 2026 season, and it’s officially time to start planning your summer escape. Here’s what’s coming: June […]1 month ago
First Day of Spring: Time to Clean What You’ve Been Ignoring
It’s the first day of spring, which means the birds are yelling, and we’re all pretending we’re excited to “freshen up” our homes. Translation: spring cleaning season has arrived to […]1 month ago
Spring break in Denver: Family-friendly stuff to do when the kids are bored (again)
Spring break is here, the weather is pretending it’s spring, and your kids have officially hit peak chaos. If you’re staying in the Denver area, you’ve got plenty of options […]1 month ago
Water restrictions begin March 25 as Denver faces near-record low snowpack
With our mountain snowpack dipping to near-record lows, Denver Water is officially moving to combat dry conditions. Beginning March 25, new seasonal water restrictions will take effect across the metro […]1 month ago
