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2024 Squish the Squash: Denver Zoo elephants pulverize, eat 350-pound pumpkin

Asian elephants Bodhi and Duncan got into the fall spirit at the Denver Zoo on Thursday by pulverizing and eating a 350-pound pumpkin.

Couple putting on charity golf tournament raises millions for local nonprofits

Eighteen holes for charity at the Ute Creek Golf Course. It's a yearly event, as authentic as the restaurateurs who put it on.

Italian traditions hold strong at Denver's Potenza Lodge

For 125 years, the Potenza Lodge in North Denver has been bringing together community to celebrate Italian heritage.

Chicano leader Corky Gonzales' legacy grows through his son Rudy

As Denver7 celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, we sat down with Rudy Gonzales to reflect on his father Corky’s life and his hope future leaders will continue their legacy of giving back to community.

A record-setting teen climber returns home to Nepal to a hero's welcome

A Sherpa teenager who became the youngest person to scale all the world’s 14 highest peaks returned home to Nepal on Monday to a hero's welcome.

Denver Healing Generations helps Mexican American teens with ancient teachings

Mexican American teenagers facing troubles and traumas are finding a new path forward, through ancient indigenous teachings at the Denver Healing Generations program.

Colorado Brazil Fest unifies cultures through music and dancing

Brazil stands alone in Latin America as a Portuguese-speaking nation with its own unique blend of cultures. This weekend, Coloradans will gather at a festival honoring those traditions.

Nordstrom teams up with nonprofit to give 350 pairs of shoes to Denver kids

Nordstrom partnered with a nonprofit to help students at Denver's Munroe Elementary School start the school year off on the right foot with a new pair of shoes.

Relive the 90s this weekend at the Dude Dad Mini Golf Open in Fort Collins

Colorado Youtuber Dude Dad brought builders from as far as Kansas to create a mini golf course for his second-annual charity tournament.

Colorado man plans to ascend, descend Pikes Peak on his unicycle named Harmony

Dustin King has his eyes on Pikes Peak, but he knew conquering America's Mountain meant putting in the training and time to successfully make the 38 mile round trip.

Colorado YouTuber Dude Dad taps local builders for mini golf tournament

Colorado YouTuber Dude Dad tapped local builders to create a mini golf course for his second-annual charity tournament.

CO nonprofit looks to reduce suicide by helping LGBTQ+ kids, their parents

A Colorado nonprofit hopes to reduce the number of suicides by strengthening the relationship between LGBTQ+ kids and their parents.
Hidden cash up for grabs, if you’re willing to go on an adventure

It's a mad, mad, mad, mad world, but one Boulder man is trying to make it a little happier by hiding money to encourage people to get outdoors and have some fun!

Broncos' Patrick Surtain II helps bring S.T.E.A.M rooms to Denver high schools

Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II and his foundation are empowering two Denver high schools through new S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) rooms.

Denver entrepreneur leans on mentorship to get fresh food to communities in need

At the East Denver Food Hub, entrepreneur Roberto Meza is scaling up fast with help from the Latino Leadership Institute's network of mentors.

New Denver film festival shares stories from around the world

Filmmakers from around the world are sharing their stories at the first ever Colorado Diasporic Film Festival.

Boston suburb raised $20K after town officials shut down boy’s ice cream stand

A Massachusetts boy whose ice cream stand was shut down has become a minor celebrity after several businesses took up his campaign to raise money for charity.

The 'tail' behind the dogs at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children

To help families feel more at home while receiving care at the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, there are two dogs eager to greet them.

Colorado girls inspired to play rugby after USA's historic Olympics medal win

The excitement of USA’s women’s rugby players winning their first Olympic bronze medal is inspiring girls across the Front Range to learn the skills of the sport.

Colorado's quilt museum showcases intricately sewn masterpieces

Quilting has evolved, from bed coverings to spectacular art. At the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, these intricately sewn masterpieces are being studied and admired.

Father biking 4,600 miles to support the Ronald McDonald House Charities

Ronald McDonald House Charities is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and one man is on a mission to bike coast to coast following his own family's experience staying in one of the houses.

Your incredible photos of the Pikes Peak Regional Airshow in Colorado Springs

The Pikes Peak Airshow in Colorado Springs wrapped up Sunday after thrilling attendees with outstanding performances by U.S. Air Force parachuters, aerobatic flying, and the Navy’s Blue Angels.

Bus driver's quick-thinking saves 14 children after school bus catches fire

An Aurora bus driver is being hailed a hero after he safely evacuated 14 children off of a burning school bus Wednesday afternoon.

Bobcats adorably steal golf balls from a Colorado course in must-see photos

A photographer in the “right place at the right time” captured a series of incredible images of bobcat kittens playing with golf balls near the fairway of a Colorado golf course.
Residents excited for return of boat regatta at Centennial retirement community

Sun, water, gambling, and fashion. It might sound like a day in Monaco but it’s the scene around the swimming pool at the Holly Creek Retirement Community in Centennial.

New, fuzzy team members help out on the trails near Leadville

The US Forest Service is recruiting some fluffy friends to help maintain its public trails. Llamas have joined the team, helping carry heavy equipment up and down the steep, mountain paths.

Youth volunteers bring the Olympics to Littleton memory care facility

In honor of the 2024 Paris Olympics, youth volunteers brought the Olympic games to a Littleton memory care facility.

Denver's Washington Park turns 125 on Aug. 7

A beloved Denver park is celebrating a milestone on Wednesday. For almost 125 years, Washington Park — or Wash Park — has meant many things to many people.

Nearly 300 animals return home after evacuation orders lifted for Quarry Fire

Nearly 300 animals were able to return home after all mandatory evacuation orders were lifted for the Quarry Fire on Tuesday.

HitStreak 14U softball team from Centennial holds food drive for church pantry

The HitStreak 14U softball team from Centennial recently held a food drive for St. Elizabeth's Pantry at Pax Christi Church in Highlands Ranch.

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