Colorado News
Coors Field turns into golf course Friday and Saturday
Coors Field will, once again, not be needed for baseball this October, so let’s turn it into a golf course! Upper Deck Golf will be back in Denver this weekend, […]1 month ago
Colorado Avalanche star retires from NHL
On Wednesday, Colorado Avalanche defensemen Erik Johnson announced that he is retiring from the NHL. Forever our Condor 🦅 pic.twitter.com/2vbDq14wis — Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) October 1, 2025 Johnson was the […]1 month ago
Meet Atlus, country singer making waves, who grew up in Commerce City
If you listen to 98.5 KYGO throughout the month of October, you may hear an unfamiliar voice on a new song, but he’s actually from right here in our backyard! […]1 month ago
Rockies and General Manager Bill Schmidt part ways
After losing 100 games for the third-straight season, Bill Schmidt has stepped down as the general manager of the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies announced that they will immediately begin an […]1 month ago
‘Travel & Leisure’ names Colorado airport as most stressful in America
When I saw this new list from “Travel & Leisure” on the most stressful airports in the U.S., that had a Colorado airport at the top, I nodded my head […]1 month ago
Colorado robbery suspect caught after walking behind news crew
Looking for a suspect can be like searching for a needle in a haystack…or it can be like searching for a screaming baby in a haystack. A man suspected of […]1 month ago
Niko Moon | Wake the Fun Up with Tracy and Fizz
Niko Moon joins Tracy and Fizz to discuss the start of his American Palm Tour, as well as what he is trying to curate at his shows and the purpose […]1 month ago
Interview : Niko Moon talks with Tracy & Fizz
Niko Moon is coming back to Denver on October 25th to Mission Ballroom! Niko checked in with Tracy & Fizz this morning about his love for Denver and how its […]1 month ago
Country Jam Colorado cancels 2026 festival
The largest country music festival in the state of Colorado – and one of the longest-running festivals in the U.S. – won’t happen in 2026. Country Jam Colorado announced Friday […]1 month ago
Taco Bell announces 2026 return to Denver International Airport
Kudos to anyone brave enough to eat Taco Bell before going on a flight… In 2026, a Taco Bell Cantina is expected to open near gate A49 at Denver International […]1 month ago
Starbucks closes at least 11 stores in Colorado, nine in the Denver area
It’s National Coffee Day, so you’d think Starbucks would’ve at least waited for tomorrow for this kind of news… Starbucks has closed at least 11 locations in the Denver area […]1 month ago
Tickets go on sale Tuesday for frequently sold out Polar Express train ride in Colorado
Tickets to one of Colorado’s most sought after holiday events goes on sale Tuesday. The Colorado Railroad Museum’s The Polar Express Train Ride has sold out well in advance in […]1 month ago
There’s an arcade with only claw machines in Denver
I don’t even want to know how much money I’ve lost trying to catch a stuffed animal out of those claw machines at King Soopers, but I fully intend to […]1 month ago
Denver Broncos-shaped chicken nuggets are coming to Empower Field at Mile High
Nothing says super fan of the Denver Broncos like eating a chicken nugget shaped like their logo while watching them play a game! Back in September, Tyson Foods introduced new […]1 month ago
Survey names Denver as one of the top 10 friendliest cities in America
Just this morning driving down I-25, some lady flipped me the bird for no reason. So, when I saw this survey on the friendliest cities in America, I certainly did […]1 month ago
WATCH – Peyton Manning joins Jordan Davis onstage at Red Rocks
If you’ve been to country concerts in Denver in the last five or six years, chances are you’ve seen former Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning jump onstage with the star […]1 month ago
Taco Bell announces Mountain Dew-themed pie
This is not a joke, Taco Bell is expected to release a pie that will be Mountain Dew Baja Blast flavored. Snackolator on Instagram said they tried the pie in […]1 month ago
Former Broncos’ Tim Tebow and Terrell Davis head back to Colorado this month
Football fans in Colorado have mixed feelings about Tim Tebow the player, but it’s hard to deny that what he does as a man is no less than spectacular. That […]1 month ago
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo wants public’s help in naming baby gorilla
I always say that all baby animals are adorable, but this new baby gorilla at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs is in a league of its own as […]1 month ago
List of Nuggets and Avs games that will air on 9NEWS in 2025-2026
Once again, 9NEWS will air 20 games of the Nuggets and 20 games of the Avalanche for the 2025-2026 season. Just like last year, the games will broadcast on KTVD […]1 month ago
Public invited to join CU Denver for homecoming concert featuring Rebecca Black on September 26
Normally, homecoming is only for the students of the school celebrating, but even if you don’t go to the University of Colorado Denver, you’re invited to celebrate their homecoming this […]1 month ago
Coors x Wrangler clothing brand pop-up is coming to Denver September 25
Two iconic brands in western culture have come together to collaborate on new merch. The “Legends of the West Tour,” presented by Coors Banquet and Wrangler, will be in Denver […]1 month ago
Colorado’s popular Ice Castles will be back for their 15th year this winter
Sure, skiing and boarding may be the most popular winter activity in Colorado, but don’t sleep on the Ice Castles. Continuing a tradition from last year, there will be two […]2 months ago
Country hitmaker Ernest will kick off his 2026 tour in Denver
Not only has Ernest put out a few hit songs on the radio as an artist, but he has written a ton of the hits you hear from other artists […]2 months ago
Denver Broncos have yet to trail in fourth quarter this season despite losing two of three games
As a diehard Denver Broncos fan myself, I assure you that I am not trying to add salt to the wound after two incredibly frustrating losses by the team, but […]2 months ago
Real Toys’R’Us stores officially coming back to Colorado
Growing up in the early 2000s, there was nothing better as a kid than a trip to Toys”R”Us. Sadly, most kids today don’t know the joy of going to a […]2 months ago
Complaint filed against Casa Bonita over their elimination of characters
One of the things Casa Bonita is most known for is Black Bart’s Cave, so why would they get rid of Black Bart himself? That’s what employees of the legendary […]2 months ago
Colorado Buffaloes will introduce Ralphie VII against Wyoming September 20
Fan of the Colorado Buffaloes football team or not, most will agree that the running of Ralphie at CU games in Boulder is one of the coolest traditions in college […]2 months ago
Denver’s Halloween Parade needs $25k before October 1
The Broadway Halloween Parade is Denver’s only “official” Halloween parade, but for the second year in a row, it’s on the verge of not happening. The event on Broadway in the […]2 months ago
Giant $3.5 million crystal tree is coming to DIA
Let me say that I am an art fan, but I am also on a budget, so $3.5 million for a piece of art seems steep to me…Denver International Airport […]2 months ago
First 2026 headliner for Empower Field has country music ties
We have our first massive football stadium show announcement for 2026 in Denver, and although he’s a global pop icon, he does have country music ties! Ed Sheeran has announced […]2 months ago
Giant Ferris wheel proposed for Denver skyline
I’ve long said that the Denver skyline outside of the “ATM building” is pretty boring. That could be changing in a big way… According to a press release from a […]2 months ago
Colorado’s first two-star Michelin restaurant costs two people over $400 without drinks
The 2025 Michelin Guide has been released, with restaurants receiving stars, regarded as the highest honor in the food industry. One Colorado restaurant earned two Michelin Stars, the first Colorado […]2 months ago
RTD offers up to $4,000 signing bonus for new bus drivers
I had never even considered driving a city bus, but then I saw the money that you could make doing it in Denver…so, if my articles on the website suddenly […]2 months ago
Over a quarter of DIA’s flights leave late, among the worst in America
If you’ve flown out of Denver International Airport and your flight was delayed, you’re definitely not alone! The Bureau of Transportation released a list of major airports’ on-time departure percentages, […]2 months ago
Denver’s $620k St. Jude Dream Home that supports kids with life-threatening illnesses makes its return
You likely already know how much we love St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital here at KYGO, and how could we not? St. Jude is is leading the way the world […]2 months ago
Air Force Thunderbirds will perform in Colorado September 20, 21, 27 and 28
I say it often, the Air Force Thunderbirds performance is one of those things you have to see. If you have, you know what I mean, but if you haven’t, […]2 months ago
‘Coolest Thing Made in Colorado’ releases this year’s finalists
There are some pretty amazing things being created in Colorado all the time. The annual “Coolest Thing Made in Colorado” contest shines light on ten inventions in our state every […]2 months ago
Actor Robert Redford, who had strong Colorado ties, passes away at 89
The entertainment world and fans around the world are mourning the loss of Robert Redford who passed away at his Utah home Tuesday at 89 years old, but did you […]2 months ago
Macaulay Culkin plans Denver visit to watch ‘Home Alone’ this holiday season
To start, are you ready to feel old? “Home Alone” turns 35 this year! But, as a result, Macaulay Culkin (Kevin) is coming to hang out with fans to celebrate. […]2 months ago
Could DIA’s moving walkways be on their way out?
You know those moving walkways at Denver International Airport? They seem unnecessary…until you try one. And then they’re either a great way to walk twice as fast, or to park […]2 months ago
Approval of route pilot program brings public transit to Red Rocks
Sure, you can get an Uber to and from Red Rocks concerts, but have you done it? It isn’t the easiest or cheapest thing, especially leaving shows and going into […]2 months ago
Call that cost Broncos their game against Colts was correct, but Colts did same thing with no call
If you’re a Denver Broncos fan trying to get over Sunday’s heartbreaking loss, this probably won’t help… After the Indianapolis Colts initially missed a 60-yard field goal attempt as time […]2 months ago
Country singer Gavin Adcock makes massive donation to Colorado school shooting victims
There was a lot going on for Gavin Adcock at Oklahoma’s Born and Raised Fest over the weekend, including a near-fight with Zach Bryan, but once he was on stage, […]2 months ago
Officials warn Colorado leaf peepers against parking illegally this fall
I get it, the leaves are so pretty in Colorado this time of year, but that doesn’t mean you can park your car just anywhere to get the best views. […]2 months ago
New dating app for pickleball players created in Colorado now available
This pickleball stuff is getting serious! From full-on bars and restaurants that are dedicated to the sport, to now an app for finding love with fellow players. Created in Lafayette, […]2 months ago
Colorado Chipotles are offering BOGO entrées on September 15
Chipotle is a Colorado company, so here’s a great way to go out and support them and save some cash on Monday, September 15. Chipotle’s first-ever “Wear Your College Football […]2 months ago
Colorado brewery creates Dubai chocolate bar beer
Those Dubai chocolate bars are all the rage in the sweets world these days, so it was only a matter of time before they started making other things taste like […]2 months ago
Denver’s time and temperature hotline gets about one thousand calls per month
This might blow your mind if you’re under 30 or so – calling a hotline to find out the time and temperature used to be a thing people did, but […]2 months ago
Mayor Mike Johnston says he wants WNBA team in National Western Complex
When you think of the National Western complex in Denver, rodeo is the sport that likely comes to mind. However, if Denver’s mayor gets his way, there will be way […]2 months ago
All singles on season 9 of ‘Love is Blind’ are from Denver
Netflix’s show “Love is Blind” is one of the biggest shows in the world, and the upcoming season features nothing but singles from Denver. The show has now unveiled the […]2 months ago
Denver bar with 69 F1 race car simulators now open
I recently watched the new Brad Pitt movie “F1.” It’s great, but after watching, I really wanted to try driving one of the F1 cars…now you’re able to at a […]2 months ago
Charlie Kirk was set to speak in Colorado day after being fatally shot
Conservative activist and media personality Charlie Kirk has sadly passed away after being shot through the neck earlier Wednesday (Sept. 10) at a speaking engagement in Utah. The founder of […]2 months ago
Latest information on Evergreen High School shooting
Jefferson County authorities said there were reports of an “active assailant” near Evergreen High School on Wednesday afternoon (Sept. 10). Click here are the latest updates from our partners at […]2 months ago
Two Colorado restaurants among the New York Times’ best places to eat in the U.S.
There is no shortage of great restaurants in Colorado, but here are a couple you’ve got to put on your list to try if you haven’t yet, as they just […]2 months ago
Colorado slips into the bottom 10 in annual ‘happiest states in America’ list
Is it the traffic on I-70? Or maybe it’s the fact that the Colorado Rockies are terrible? Whatever it is, something has Coloradans feeling pretty unhappy these days. WalletHub has […]2 months ago
Safeway is closing 10 grocery stores in Colorado – Here’s where they are
Depending on where you do your grocery shopping in Colorado, you may need to find a new store in the next couple of months… Safeway announced it will close 10 […]2 months ago
Colorado gets new Girl Scout Cookie flavor
Remind me not even to think about making a New Years resolution that has anything to do with losing weight in 2026. Girl Scout Cookies come out right around resolution […]2 months ago
Broncos name preferred site for new stadium
The Denver Broncos has named Burnham Yards in Denver as their preferred site to build a new stadium in time for the 2031 season. The new stadium will also have […]2 months ago
Denver ranks among the top cities for UFO sightings in the U.S.
When you think UFOs, you likely go to Roswell, New Mexico or Area 51 in Nevada, but Denver sees it’s fair share too! A website called BetUS recently looked into […]2 months ago
Two of Denver’s popular La Loma Mexican restaurants will be getting a new name
La Loma did not pay me to say what I am about to say, but truly it is my favorite restaurant in all of Denver. Soon though, I’ll have a […]2 months ago
Still no White Castle, but a fast food restaurant focused on sliders is coming to Colorado
It’s starting to feel like White Castle is the last major fast food joint that hasn’t moved into Colorado, and sadly there are still no plans, but there is a […]2 months ago
Mystery man hiked 60 pounds of ice cream to giveaway on top of a 14,000 foot Colorado mountain
Normally when you hike a 14,000 foot mountain in Colorado, the reward at the end is the view, but some hikers on a trail near Aspen the other day got […]2 months ago
Colorado car washes are offering ‘pumpkin spice’ scented washes
I guess I really shouldn’t be surprised by this as you can pretty much get anything in “pumpkin spice” these days. Still, this may be the most unique way to […]2 months ago
Colorado’s most popular pumpkin spice product is what?!
Pumpkin spice season is in full swing and while hearing those words may already have some folks cringing, they’re going to have to get used to it since it’s not […]2 months ago
The new highest elevation rollercoaster in North America is in Colorado
There is a new rollercoaster that holds the claim, “highest elevation rollercoaster in North America,” and it’s located in Estes Park, Colorado! In late June the “Gold Rush” rollercoaster opened […]2 months ago
Fall colors will reach their peak in parts of Colorado by this weekend
Pumpkin Spice Lattes have already been in coffee shops for a month, and the Spirit Halloween stores are all open, so I guess it’s time to go leaf peeping now, […]2 months ago
New $24 million rest area opens in Colorado this September
Let’s be real here, most rest stops on the highway are nothing more than a parking spot and some bathrooms that haven’t been cleaned in awhile. But a new one […]2 months ago
Broncos sign defensive star to $120 million contract extension
The Denver Broncos have agreed on a contract extension with All-Pro pass rusher, Nik Bonitto. According to NFL insider, Jordan Schultz, the extension is four years worth up to $120 […]2 months ago
Two Colorado cities among the best places to survive a zombie apocalypse
After watching the first four or five seasons of The Walking Dead, I was convinced a real zombie apocalypse could happen. Then the show got weird, but that’s a story […]2 months ago
Does it snow in Denver in September?
Labor day is the unofficial end of summer, but it seems like some of y’all are ready to skip right to Christmas already… We’ve still got 113 days until Christmas, […]2 months ago
Denver’s Water World is only for dogs on September 6th
Either your dog loves the water or hates it, but for the ones that love it, this weekend is pretty cool in Denver! On Saturday (Sept. 6) Water World is […]2 months ago
Here are Colorado’s luckiest stores when it comes to Powerball tickets
It’s very well documented that tonight’s (Sept. 3) Powerball jackpot is one of the biggest in the game’s history at an estimated $1.3 billion. So where in Colorado should you […]2 months ago
Is the new art installation at Denver’s airport an extraterrestrial communication device?
Blucifer, the gargoyles that overlook baggage claim and the pictures seeming to depict genocide are just a few examples of “art” at Denver International Airport. Now, there’s a new piece […]2 months ago
A Top Golf-like attraction for surfing is coming to Colorado soon
Two things you don’t often hear together… Surfing and Colorado. But soon you’ll be able to surf in Colorado even if the nearest ocean is thousands of miles away and it […]2 months ago
Self-driving taxis have arrived in Denver
In today’s edition of “robots are taking over the world,” self-driving taxis are now a thing in Denver… Waymo is launching its robotaxis in Denver this week, the autonomous vehicle company announced […]2 months ago
WATCH – A PG-rated pole dance goes viral at the Colorado State Fair
Things you expect to go viral at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo; A moment at a concert, a great ride at a rodeo, or maybe a crazy fair food […]2 months ago
Elitch Gardens looking for Fright Fest ‘scare actors’
Elitch Gardens Fright Fest is back! Now that September is here, for many that means the beginning of spooky season which also means haunted houses and attractions are on their […]2 months ago
LOOK – The Colorado Avalanche have unveiled a new logo on baseball caps
The Colorado Avalanche have basically used the same logo since they joined the NHL, and don’t worry, that’s not going anywhere, but they may be working a new one into […]2 months ago
PETA wants the next Colorado Buffaloes mascot to be… Animatronic
News came out this week that the University of Colorado’s live buffalo mascot, Ralphie VI, no longer wanted to run, so it was being retired. The new buffalo isn’t ready, […]2 months ago
Get 100% free dental care, with no insurance around Denver on September 1st
One of my favorite things about Labor Day in Denver is the love that a local dentist shows our community. Risas Dental and Braces is once again giving back in […]2 months ago
Did you know Zach Top lived in Colorado for six years?
There’s no one hotter in country music right now than Zach Top, and he proved that today by releasing a new album, “Not In It For My Health,” which people […]2 months ago
Free corn offered to the public in Colorado after truck spills
I always wondered what they did with food from trucks after it spills on the highway. and after finding out, I’ve never hoped a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup truck would […]2 months ago
LOOK – Colorado home listed for $300 million, would be the most expensive ever sold in the U.S.
We all know that homes are crazy expensive in Colorado mountain towns like Vail and Aspen, but one that’s for sale right now is the most expensive… Literally. Two California billionaires could […]2 months ago
Colorado man in stolen vehicle tells cops to wait while he finishes his smoke
Anytime I’ve been pulled over I try to play nice with the cop in hopes that maybe I’ll get out of the ticket or at least in less trouble, but […]2 months ago
Shopping mall staple, Claire’s is closing 300 stores, five are in Colorado
If they close all of the Claire’s where will people get their ears pierced or buy earrings? Since 1978 Claire’s stores have been a staple in shopping malls, and the […]2 months ago
One of Colorado’s largest Christmas light displays calls it quits after eight years, won’t return in 2025
Folks in Northern Colorado will have one less option when it comes to Christmas activities in 2025, as a popular Loveland attraction has announced it’s calling it quits after eight […]2 months ago
Lawsuit claims new Denver skyscraper will collapse after ‘contractor removed key pieces of concrete’
When you hear that one of the tallest new buildings in a major city like Denver could collapse, I think we all at least listen… The Upton Residences is under […]2 months ago
Mud-covered man in Speedo named ‘Bogus’ arrested for fraud in Colorado
Some stories just write themselves. Usually, they come from Florida, but this one happened right here in Colorado… The Idaho Springs Police Department was doing an investigation into potential credit […]2 months ago
