Colorado public libraries record 25% drop in book challenges in 2025
Colorado libraries recorded a 25% decrease in challenges requesting to ban books, materials, events and exhibits in 2025 compared to the previous year.
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Crash closes southbound lanes of U.S. 85 in Brighton, could stay closed for hours
The southbound lanes of U.S. 85 in Brighton remain closed after an accident Friday morning. Police report unknown number of injuries.
Dire Colorado budget, business wins and veto threats mark Gov. Jared Polis’ final legislative session
The final Colorado legislative session of Gov. Jared Polis’ tenure was marked by another big budget deficit, predictions of record vetoes and lawmakers waiting for his successor to try some ideas.
Pueblo officer fatally shoots suspect after car chase
A Pueblo police officer fatally shot a passenger who was brandishing a gun after a car chase early Thursday, the police department said. Police said officers responded shortly after midnight to reports of a fight with weapons at Drew Dix Park.
Colorado school choice canvassers forged ballot petition signatures, state says
Two people are charged election fraud related to the 2024 Colorado school choice amendment, the attorney general’s office said.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii’s first Denver location closes
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii recently closed its Highland outpost at the corner of Speer and Federal, where it sold drinks and King’s Hawaiian-stuffed sandwiches since 2021.
Avalanche Western Conference Finals schedule
The Colorado Avalanche will play in the 2026 NHL Western Conference Finals with games at Ball Arena. Here’s a look at the games and schedule.
Republican candidates for Colorado governor discuss state budget, pedophilia rings during televised debate
State Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer and State Rep. Scott Bottoms debated on Thursday night as they both run to win the Republican primary in the Colorado gubernatorial election.
Today in History: May 15, first McDonald’s opens in California
Brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald opened the first McDonald’s fast-food restaurant, in San Bernardino, California.
Colorado lacrosse suffers double OT heartbreak in NCAA quarterfinals
The Colorado women’s lacrosse team suffered heartbreak in its first appearance in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals, dropping a 13-12 decision against top-seeded Northwestern in double overtime.