Friday, July 4, 2025 Happy Independence Day! On this day in 1869, the small town of Deer Trail made history by hosting the world’s first organized rodeo. Whether you’re chasing fireworks or diving into Colorado’s best swim spots, check out our roundup below to find a fun and patriotic celebration in your neck of the woods. […]

Thursday, July 3, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1906, Jack Earle, an actor and sideshow performer known as “the world’s tallest man,” was born in Denver. Keep an eye on the sky—pop-up storms could crash the party this holiday weekend, but there’s still plenty of sizzle in the forecast. Get the full Fourth […]

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1875, vigilantes murdered Judge Elias Dyer in his courtroom in Granite. His assassination marked the culmination of the Lake County War. If you’re planning on driving this holiday weekend, you’re in luck—Colorado’s gas prices are cheaper than last summer. Still, experts recommend filling up now […]

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1891, the Broadmoor Casino opened in Colorado Springs. Though a fire destroyed the casino in 1897, the site later became home to The Broadmoor, a luxury resort that opened in 1918 and remains one of Colorado’s most iconic destinations. An exotic, shiny green beetle has […]

Monday, June 30, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1942, construction began on the Rocky Mountain Arsenal, a U.S. Army chemical weapons plant built northeast of Denver in what is now Commerce City. The White House donated a portrait of President Trump to the Colorado Capitol, filling the gap left by a previous one […]

Friday, June 27, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1882, Silverton residents heard the first train whistle from the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a much-anticipated rail line connecting the remote mining town to the outside world. Speaking of railroads, transit officials are exploring the feasibility of the Front Range Passenger Rail, a […]

Thursday, June 26, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2022, the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning four games to two to win their third Stanley Cup, ending a championship dry spell of more than 20 years. NASA awarded $10,000 to a Colorado-led research team with one goal: to revolutionize how laundry is […]

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2012, sparks from a motorist’s flat tire ignited the Last Chance Fire near the small town of Last Chance. The Greeley Stampede kicks off its 12-day festival today, and what better way to start than with a downtown longhorn drive? Check out our Top Stories for […]

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1895, Jack Dempsey was born in Manassa. Also known as Kid Blackie and the Manassa Mauler, Dempsey reigned as American world heavyweight boxing champion from 1919 to 1926, earning a reputation as one of the era’s most iconic professional fighters. Breckenridge Ski Resort showed off […]

Monday, June 23, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2023, Casa Bonita, often dubbed the “Disneyland of Mexican restaurants,” reopened in Lakewood after a three-year closure, offering ticketed dinner service. After a scorching weekend across the state—with some areas topping 100 degrees—we’re in store for a much-needed cooldown. You can expect temperatures in the […]