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The highest continuous paved road in North America is in Colorado and open for the first time since October
The highest continuous paved road in North America officially open today (May 30)! The iconic Trail Ridge Road in Colorado has officially opened for the season after snowy, icy, and […]2 days ago
What’s the waterpark on I-25 south of Castle Rock, Colorado?
If you’ve driven from Denver to Colorado Springs you’ve likely seen what looks like a big waterpark right off of I-25 to the west in the little town of Larkspur, […]2 days ago
A ‘Yellowstone’ TV star is in Colorado for three shows next week
Before there was a wildly popular show called “Yellowstone,” there was a country artist from New Mexico, and later Texas, riding bulls at the rodeo and then selling his music […]2 days ago
Not just 303 and 720 – Colorado is getting a new area code
Gone are the days when people in Colorado had either 303, 720, 970, or 719 as area codes. Another new area code will be coming to Colorado next year in […]2 days ago
Orangutans at Denver Zoo briefly escape from enclosure
There’s a reason the animals at the zoo are locked in their habitats, but it doesn’t stop me from daydreaming about getting to play with a super nice orangutan. A […]3 days ago
People named Ryan in Colorado, you’re needed to help set a world record
If your name is Ryan, you live in Colorado, you’re able-bodied and your schedule is open, you have got to come help set a world record! The nonprofit organization Ryan […]3 days ago
Could the moving walkways at DIA 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 […]3 days ago
22,000 pound rhino sculpture goes up in RiNo, you can help name it
The RiNo neighborhood in Denver actually has nothing to do with the animal rhino. It’s short for “River North,” but that won’t stop them from leaning into the name. A […]3 days ago
Colorado Rockies have lost the most consecutive series in MLB history
At this point, the amount of history taking place around the Colorado Rockies and how bad they are is laughable. Here’s the latest spot in the embarrassing part of the […]4 days ago
Denver installs free Naloxone vending machines for overdoses, but people still must pay hundreds for EpiPen’s
Let me start by saying that I value all human life. Any chance we have to save someone, no matter how broken they may seem, is a gift and should […]4 days ago
Colorado man pleads guilty to starting wildfire while cremating dog
I thought the electrocuted birds starting wildfires was the weirdest way one had started, but not so fast… A western Colorado man is pleading guilty to starting a wildfire while cremating his dog. […]4 days ago
National Burger Day deals around Denver
It’s National Hamburger Day Wednesday, so if you haven’t planned dinner yet, heck, even if you have, there are some spots around Denver that you can get a burger on the […]4 days ago
WATCH – Brad Paisley has Broncos’ Bo Nix sing the Nationwide jingle at Red Rocks
Every few country concerts in Denver you’ll get a Peyton Manning appearance, and when it’s Brad Paisley’s first time at Red Rocks, Peyton’s good buddy, it seemed like almost a […]5 days ago
Denver QDOBA forgets little girl’s guacamole, makes it up to her in big way
There’s nothing worse than craving something, ordering it, driving to pick it up and driving it home only to realize the restaurant forgot the most important part of your order. […]5 days ago
Southwest Airlines reveals how much it will cost to check bags at DIA
Tuesday was the last day to book a flight out of Denver International Airport or any other airport and get two free checked bags from Southwest Airlines. After seeing the prices […]5 days ago
Late Denver Broncos receiver Demaryius Thomas inducted into team’s Ring of Fame
Talk to anyone who spent any time around Demaryius Thomas, and you will hear nothing but praise for who he was as a player and a man. Now he will […]5 days ago
Colorado has over 130 Pokémon Vending machines
Back in the mid-90s when Pokémon cards became hugely popular, I assumed they’d be just like Pogs or Furby and they’d fade away eventually. But, here we are 30 years […]9 days ago
Famous dog from ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ to visit Denver this summer
Based on the numbers, pretty much everyone saw “Deadpool & Wolverine,” and if you saw that movie, you likely remember the dog in it that’s so ugly, it’s actually kind […]9 days ago
Bandimere Speedway has new Colorado location as owners purchase land
It’s been well publicized that Bandimere Speedway closed and sold its original location in Morrison after 65 years, but now we know where the popular drag racing track is going […]9 days ago
Nine locations to see F-16 fighter jet flyovers on Memorial Day in Colorado
There are few things from the COVID-era that we like to keep around, but flyovers from fighter jets are on that shortlist for sure. They’ll be back in Colorado this […]9 days ago
It’s official, the Denver Mint will stop making pennies
A generation or two from now will likely put the penny in the same category as cassette tapes and Blockbuster stores…the “I have no idea what that is” category. Back […]10 days ago
Latest country artist to get arrested to headline Colorado’s newest amphitheater this summer
Gavin Adcock is rowdy…his live shows are known for often being shirtless and beers being thrown by both him and the crowd. He also went viral and ultimately ended his […]10 days ago
Did you know Denver has its own hot dog style? Here’s how to make one
You know about Chicago Dogs and Coney Island Dogs, maybe you’ve even heard of a Seattle Dog, but did you know Denver has its own style of hot dog too? […]10 days ago
Water World and Elitch Gardens Water Park open Memorial Day weekend
The unofficial beginning of summer is this weekend, and with that, the best water parks in Colorado are set to open for the season! One of America’s largest waterparks, Water […]10 days ago
What’s Colorado’s most misspelled word this year?
We all have at least one word we just cannot spell no matter how many times you look it up. What’s yours? Mine is “available.” I had to use spellcheck […]11 days ago
Coloradans have one week to book flights with free bags on Southwest Airlines
For many of us, the main reason we flew Southwest Airlines out of Denver International Airport was the two free checked bags that came with a basic fare. They say […]11 days ago
Colorado’s eighth Whataburger location opens this May
After years of not having any in Colorado, Whataburger will celebrate the opening of their eighth location on Friday, but they’ll still have zero in the Denver metro area. As […]11 days ago
Air Force Thunderbirds will be back in Colorado this summer
Hands down one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen is the Air Force Thunderbirds show. And, lucky for us in Colorado, there will be multiple chances to see them […]11 days ago
The city of Denver’s last JCPenney store will close, among many others nationally
Remember back when JCPenney stores were about as popular as Starbucks is today… Well, the times are changing and the stores are disappearing at a rapid pace! JCPenney announced plans […]12 days ago
Fan hit by ball at Colorado Rockies game sues team in part for being terrible
The jokes about the Colorado Rockies being terrible are more stale than jokes about eggs being super expensive, so I’ll spare you, but this has to be a first… a […]12 days ago
Brad Paisley has never played Red Rocks, but that finally changes Saturday
The last time Brad Paisley was in Denver was July 17, 2017, nearly eight years ago! However, we’ll finally change that this summer, and we get to do it with […]12 days ago
WATCH – Escaped Colorado kangaroo wrangled for second time in less than a year
Two things that almost never go together in a sentence – Colorado and kangaroos – have become somewhat common now thanks to one slippery little escape artist. A pet kangaroo […]12 days ago
Popular 50-year-old breakfast joint in Denver to close for good
Sadly, longtime popular restaurants closing around Colorado is pretty common these days. Still, it’s always a sad day when another favorite announces they’re down to their final days, and that […]13 days 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 […]13 days ago
Bill Murray set as opening act for Red Rocks concert
Bill Murray is 74, he’s one of the most successful actors ever, you’d think he might be ready for a little rest, right? Wrong, last year he launched a band, […]13 days ago
What was Zach Bryan doing in Denver all weekend?
Don’t worry Zach Bryan fans, you didn’t miss one of his shows in Denver this weekend, but the music superstar was in town… Zach is in the middle of a […]13 days ago
Grandma’s trick to get rid of those pesky Colorado miller moths
Those nasty, dusty, ugly butterfly-looking miller moths are back to drive you crazy. Experts say you shouldn’t kill them because they serve a purpose, but if you have 500 of […]16 days ago
Immersive Titanic exhibit open in Denver
It’s been about 27 years since the “Titanic” movie came out and 112 years since the actual ship sank, but people are still intrigued by the tragedy. If you’re fascinated […]16 days ago
Colorado gets a bunch of shout-outs on Morgan Wallen’s new album, ‘I’m the Problem’
Morgan Wallen dropped his massive, 37-song “I’m the Problem” album on Friday, and although we didn’t come close to getting the mentions that whiskey got on it, Colorado did get […]16 days ago
Top baby names in Colorado in 2024
Parents, who’s named their kid either Liam or Olivia in the last few years? Turns out there’s probably a bunch of ya… Every year, the United States Social Security Administration releases […]17 days ago
Colorado named least obese state in America
It seems like everyone is on weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy these days, but around two in five American adults are still obese. Here in Colorado, we are […]17 days ago
Denver one of the first two cities in the U.S. to get rentable ‘gliders’
Rentable scooters and bicycles are all over Denver these days, but now there’s a new option for getting around…gliders! A glider is essentially a scooter/bike hybrid, but closer to a […]17 days ago
Adam Sandler sends condolences after Colorado gator from ‘Happy Gilmore’ dies
Sadly, the most famous alligator to ever call Colorado home, Morris, passed away somewhere between 80 and 100-years-old earlier this month. Now, his most famous co-star has sent condolences. Morris […]17 days ago
Denver suburb will be sending drones as first responders
I joke a lot on my radio show about robots soon taking over the world. Well, here’s the next step! Soon, drones will be the first to respond to some […]18 days ago
It seems like Denver has quietly changed the name of the 16th Street Mall
When I was a kid growing up in Colorado, the 16th Street Mall was one of the coolest, hip places to hang out. Sadly as time has gone on, crime […]18 days ago
Parking fees have officially changed at DIA, with most going up
Eggs, rent, gas, what isn’t getting more expensive these days? Sadly, parking at Denver International Airport can be added to that list now also… Parking fees at all but one […]18 days ago
Former Colorado Avalanche great Adam Foote now NHL head coach
No one will ever wear the number 52 for the Colorado Avalanche again, as it hangs in the rafters of Ball Arena honoring Adam Foote. However, Foote will now be […]18 days ago
Denver now officially has its own ‘Statue of Liberty’
It’s only about 300 feet shorter than the actual Statue of Liberty in New York, but Denver now has it’s own Statue of Liberty… Aurora is specifically home to the […]19 days ago
Colorado donut shop named one of the 20 best in the U.S. by Yelp!
Having gone out of my way by over an hour on a recent road trip to get the donuts at Sweet Coloradough, I can say I concur with Yelp!, who […]19 days ago
Denver’s largest movie theater chain to offer half off tickets on Wednesdays this summer
As a dad of three kiddos, I already know that a week into summer break, my kids will be complaining about being bored…so, this should help! AMC movie theaters will be […]19 days ago
Katy Perry’s concert in Denver on May 15 has been postponed
What happens when there is a concert and a Nuggets game scheduled for the same night at Ball Arena in Denver? Well, today we found out… The short answer is […]19 days ago
Tiny Japanese ‘kei vehicles’ will soon be street legal in Colorado, learn what they are
The initial shock of seeing Cybertrucks on Colorado roads is starting to wear off, but there may be a new vehicle out on our roads soon that’ll make you turn […]20 days ago
Eggs spill all over Colorado highway in midst of record-high prices
Everyone knows that eggs are as expensive as they’ve ever been, and this certainly won’t help tings in the short term in Denver… A semi-truck carrying eggs crashed on westbound […]20 days ago
Denver’s rugby stadium will screen movies this summer
Did you know Denver has three big-time rugby teams? The Glendale Merlins, the Denver Barbarians, and the Glendale Lady Merlins all play at Infinity Park in Glendale. But, it’s not […]20 days ago
Colorado alligator that starred in ‘Happy Gilmore’ has died
If you’ve seen the movie “Happy Gilmore,” you’ve seen Morris the alligator. Sadly, the famous gator who called Colorado home has died. The gator that was also in movies like […]20 days ago
Older people in Colorado may soon be able to opt out of jury duty
I don’t do politics, but sometimes things are just common sense…this is one of those things! Currently, you can be summoned to jury duty no matter how old you are […]1 month ago
LOOK – Critically endangered penguin hatches at Colorado zoo
If you need some cuteness in your life, you just have to look in Colorado Springs at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. An African penguin chick hatched April 8 at the […]1 month ago
All five of Colorado’s Forever 21 stores will close permanently on May 1
Once one of the most popular clothing stores on the planet, Forever 21, will no longer exist after Thursday. The clothing retailer filed for bankruptcy protection for a second time in March […]1 month ago
When will Denver see 8 p.m. sunsets?
Is the cold and snow over for the season in Denver? Who knows, as Mother Nature has a mind of her own this time of year in Denver, but one […]1 month ago
A Colorado college will soon be offering full Taylor Swift course
Taylor Swift is arguably the biggest music star in the world, and a Colorado university is taking advantage! Colorado State University will again offer an eight-week Spanish language course this […]1 month ago
Get frozen custard for $1 donation to FFA at Culver’s May 1
On almost every list of the best fast food joints in America, you’ll see Culver’s, so if you haven’t been in awhile, here’s a good reason to go. Thursday, May […]1 month ago
Shedeur Sanders’ Cleveland Browns jersey already among the best selling in NFL
It’d be safe to assume that Shedeur Sanders likely has the best-selling jersey for a rookie drafted in the fifth round. Despite all the draft drama, the former standout Colorado […]1 month ago
World’s biggest passenger plane lands permanent route at DIA
Most airplanes flying at of Denver International Airport hold around 200 passengers, but soon one that holds over double that will call DIA a permanent home. Lufthansa Airlines announced in January […]1 month ago
John Elway drove golf cart involved in accident that resulted in life-threatening injuries
Former Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway was behind the wheel of a golf cart when his longtime agent and business partner, Jeff Sperbeck, fell off and hit his head, resulting […]1 month ago
25 Colorado Walmart stores set to be remolded
It may be a little harder to find the eggs, milk and butter at your local Walmart store soon. Walmart has announced plans to remodel 650 stores nationwide – which […]1 month ago
Motorcycle racing’s biggest event, Monster Energy Supercross, is back in Denver May 3
When it comes to motorcycle racing, it gets no bigger than Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the best in their sport are headed back to Denver this weekend. The supercross […]1 month ago
Air Force Thunderbirds will perform during the weekend at Cheyenne Frontier Days for first time
The Air Force Thunderbirds are always worth a drive up to Cheyenne to see their performance during Cheyenne Frontier Days, but this year you may not have to take a […]1 month ago
Man caught breaking out of a Colorado jail two days before his scheduled release
Escaping from prison seems like a last-ditch effort to sniff freedom. You wouldn’t try it if you had a chance to be released any time soon…right? A man named Lucas […]1 month ago
Red Rocks gets it’s first fast food concession stand
Everything about Red Rocks is great, except the food. But now, even that is improving! No offense to the folks who provide the food to the concession stands at the […]1 month ago
Guests get stranded in the air on ride at Elitch Gardens
Denver’s Elitch Gardens just opened for the season, so maybe some of the rides are still a little rusty from the cold off-season? About 40 people got stuck on a […]1 month ago
Army Black Hawk helicopter accidentally lands at Denver high school
Imagine what must’ve been going through students’ minds as they sat in class recently, looked out the window and saw a giant military helicopter landing at their school. That was […]1 month ago
Rockies haven’t won back-to-back games in 223 days
There are a million ways to show you just how bad the Colorado Rockies are/have been for some time now, but this one really stood out to me. The team […]1 month ago
Your chance to do yoga at Red Rocks is back in 2025 – here’s the schedule
You may think of Red Rocks as a concert venue, but its also a fitness mecca. So, grab your mats and stretchy pants, and let’s go do some yoga at […]1 month ago
Denver airport adds 27th airline and two new direct flights
When you think of places to travel, Taos, New Mexico, and Page, Arizona, aren’t probably on the top of your list, but if you have friends or family in those […]1 month ago
Colorado hotel that inspired ‘The Shining’ plans a massive upgrade to attract more fans
When you think of the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, you immediately think “The Shining,” so why wouldn’t they use that fame to attract more tourists to town? The hotel […]1 month ago
Monster Jam returns to Empower Field April 26
In the world of monster trucks, it gets no bigger than Monster Jam’s Stadium Tour. Lucky for us in Denver, on Saturday, the biggest and best trucks and drivers will be […]1 month ago
Another Denver concert venue planned, this time as part of the development around Ball Arena
Anyone else feel like there are about 2,000 concert venues around Denver at this point? Well, here comes another one… Kroenke Sports and Entertainment has submitted a concept plan for […]1 month ago
The worst team in baseball, the Colorado Rockies, have one of the most expensive hot dogs
If you’re going to be terrible at baseball, you should probably encourage fans to come to games with other things, like cheap food. Sadly, the Colorado Rockies did not get […]1 month ago
WATCH – 83-year-old Colorado woman got to fulfill her lifelong dream of driving race car
I’m likely profiling here, but most 83-year-olds that you see driving around are not going race car speeds. But one Colorado woman is just wired different! An 83-year-old woman in […]1 month ago
Dustin Lynch to headline Colorado’s Douglas County Fair
If you saw Dustin Lynch at Red Rocks recently, you’ll want to see him again, because he was so good. If you missed the show, don’t miss Dustin again as […]1 month ago
Colorado cops help teen pull off prom-posal
Last week, a Northern Colorado teenager teamed up with local police to create a memorable prom-posal. After reaching out to the Loveland Police Department, Officer Hurst worked with the boy and both […]1 month ago
Giant ZYN nicotine pouch factory coming to the Denver area is hiring
If you see a giant building under construction in Aurora near I-70 and Chambers, you’re probably looking at the new ZYN nicotine pouch factory, and they’re now hiring hundreds… In […]1 month ago
Here are the movies you can watch at Red Rocks this summer
Not only is Red Rocks Amphitheatre the most beautiful concert venue in the world, it’s also a pretty good place to watch a movie! Film on the Rocks will return […]1 month ago
Did you know Colorado has an event for nude skiers?
Ever wanted to feel the freezing cold wind on your bits? Boot Tan Fest is an annual event featuring naked skiing, held at Sunlight Mountain Resort in Colorado, celebrating body […]1 month ago
Snow has the Colorado Rockies’ schedule all shook up this weekend – here’s when the games will happen now
Having a baseball team in Denver is a risk. Mother nature does her own thing in the spring and fall, and this weekend is evidence of that. The Colorado Rockies game […]1 month ago
‘Happy Gilmore’ is headed back to Colorado theaters in preparation for sequel
I am an Adam Sandler lover, so needless to say I am pumped about a sequel to “Happy Gilmore.” There must be more of me out there too, because to […]1 month ago
Denver’s Elitch Gardens opens for its 135th season Saturday
Sure, there’s snow in the forecast this weekend, but can you really say you’re from Denver if you’ve never ridden a rollercoaster in a snowstorm? Elitch Gardens is opening this […]2 months ago
Flight from Denver made emergency landing after encounter with bunny rabbit
It’s almost Easter. And, in a year filled with flying chaos, this seems fitting: A United flight from Denver to Edmonton, Canada, had to make an emergency landing on Sunday […]2 months ago
Denver couple creates ‘dog library’ filled with balls to honor late dog
You’ve probably heard of the little neighborhood library boxes where people can leave and take used books. Denver now has something similar, but for dogs! In Jefferson Park neighborhood, Joe […]2 months ago
