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Colorado women recognized for contributions to public service and civil rights

Lauren Young Casteel and Dr. Carlotta Walls Lanier are recipients of the Colorado Governor's Citizenship Medals.

Meet the National Western Stock Show photographer who is legally blind

Hans Watson had a stroke in 2015 and lost most of his eyesight, but that hasn't stopped him from photographing stock shows.

Downtown Denver safety ambassadors in yellow vests offer help on the streets

Denver's new downtown safety partnership includes a team of yellow-vested ambassadors walking the streets. We met up with the nonprofit Denver Dream Center to see how the program works.

‘Best day ever’ for Texas girl who wished to meet the Colorado Avalanche

Monday was a cold, January morning outside of Ball Arena in Denver. But it was a warm welcome for a 12-year-old from Texas, in town for her Make-A-Wish with the Colorado Avalanche.

In Colorado, New Year's resolutions to exercise outside include dogs too

In Colorado, New Year's resolutions to spend more time hiking in the mountains include dogs too. Adventure Pup Wellness is one of the businesses keeping dogs active outdoors.

Loveland woman celebrates second 'golden birthday' as she turns 104 on Jan. 4

Elaine Maelzer's friends and family adorned their house, their food, and their matriarch in gold for her second "golden birthday" on Jan. 4.

CO photographers ring in 2024 with awesome snaps of NYE fireworks shows

Coloradans rung in the new year as only our state could— from picturesque spots throughout the mountains and downtown Denver.

Upcoming Denver exhibition highlights Colorado veterans' fine photography

Twenty-seven Colorado veterans will have their fine art photography highlighted in an upcoming exhibit in Denver.

Denver's Kwanzaa celebrations begin with unity, invitations to gather

From now until the new year, Kwanzaa will bring together Denver residents around principles from unity to faith. We've got a list of the community gatherings you can join.

Cookies, candles, family: Scandinavian Christmas traditions on the Front Range

Christmas traditions in Colorado are as diverse as our neighbors. For Scandinavians, cookies, candles and wooden figurines are some of the ways to celebrate with family.

Black Coloradans embrace diversity by blending old holiday traditions with new

This Christmas, Coloradans are embracing diversity by mixing old traditions with new — from a muscular Black Santa to a soul food dinner combining Southern tradition with a blend of other cultures.

Denver program that provides holiday cheer to seniors celebrates its 20th year

As part of its Be a Santa to a Senior program, Home Instead Senior Care partners with local businesses and families to deliver gifts to seniors.
Donors ensure every kid on liver transplant list will likely get one this year

An estimated 100 people responded to Children's Hospital Colorado's call for liver donations, meaning the 10 children on the transplant waitlist will likely receive the life-saving gift.

Colorado Springs couple helps give away thousands of Christmas trees

One small act of kindness has turned into a massive Christmas tree giveaway touching families all around the world.

Denver man awarded Carnegie Medal for saving man, 80, who slipped in Gore Creek

A Denver man has been awarded the Carnegie Medal after he saved the life of an 80-year-old man who fell in the Gore Creek, hit his head and was knocked unconscious.

Parker girl fundraises enough to buy special gift for children with scoliosis

Sydney Black's family started the club Sydney’s Bench to connect families impacted by scoliosis. A QR code on the back of each Barbie Chelsea doll will allow other children to join.

Children can read to adoptable pets at Denver shelter's Bedtime Stories event

Bedtime Stories at the Denver Animal Shelter is back, and children and their families are once again invited to read their favorite books to adoptable dogs and cats.

Students organize donation drive to help hundreds of migrant families in Denver

Denver high school students organized a donation drive to help hundreds of migrant families who recently arrived in the Mile High City.

15 must-see residential Christmas light displays from around the Denver metro

If you’d like to be in awe of human ingenuity during the holiday season, there’s no better place to be than your own neighborhood. These are some of the best Christmas lights around the Denver metro.

2 Colorado natives get their big break in the hip hop industry

Two Colorado natives are getting their big breaks in the hip hop industry after one record label's search for talent brought them to the Mile High City.

Christmas in Colorado is a time to unwrap gifts — and tamales

As Christmas nears, many Coloradans are looking forward to unwrapping gifts — and tamales. A Mexican-American tradition bringing families together, whether they make them at home or buy them.

Colorado organization on a mission to remove employment barriers

CommunityWorks began in 1995. More than two decades later, it has spread to five locations and has helped more than 35,000 people.

Rockies' VP of international scouting named International Scout of the Year

The vice president of international scouting and development for the Colorado Rockies was honored as the International Scout of the Year this week.

Hundreds of Christmas trees to be distributed to Fort Carson soldiers

Fort Carson soldiers and their families can take home a free Christmas tree Friday thanks to the annual Trees for Troops program.
Make-A-Wish Colorado helps kids get their Christmas shopping done

A converted conference room at Children’s Hospital Colorado — packed with presents and brimming with holiday cheer — welcomed patients and Make-A-Wish kids to the 35th annual Wish Store on Monday.

Denver nonprofit empowers youth through employment

A unique program is giving young adults on-the-job training while also working to solve food insecurity in an underserved neighborhood.

Denver nonprofit donates Pokémon toys to children's health foundation

A Denver family's time at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children inspired them to donate thousands of Pokémon toys to children who are receiving treatment.

CO woman reunited with firefighters 5 years after crash nearly took her life

Christine Gerry has undergone 65 surgeries since a crash in Adams County five years ago and spent the better part of four years in the hospital.

Dog missing for two months found by hikers in Jefferson County

The dog, Nova, suffered a broken leg and might have to get surgery, but is now resting comfortably at home.

Manna restaurant in Castle Rock celebrates 10-years in most unusual place

If the secret to success in the restaurant industry is good food and stellar service, Manna in Castle Rock has nailed it.

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