Tats in a flash: On Friday the 13th, Coloradans mark an underground holiday — permanently
While Friday the 13th is typically considered unlucky, it’s a day of tradition and discounts at tattoo shops across Colorado and the country.
After years of repairs and careful restoration, historic Alpine Tunnel Road reopens near Pitkin
After years of repairs, a historic road deep in the Rocky Mountains has finally reopened — just in time for fall.
Here are Colorado’s ski resort opening dates for the 2024-25 season
Here are the expected opening dates for ski areas across Colorado, though Mother Nature has a major hand in determining the true schedule.
Adventure, empowerment and friendship: A sisterhood of rafters share their stories in ‘Where Are Your Men?’
“Where Are Your Men” was born out of Zan Merrill and her friends realizing that people still are surprised at women-only river trips.
Couches, hot tubs and tons of trash clog the Colorado River. A volunteer armada fishes it all out
“This river cleanup is really special because it runs through the heart of our town.”
How some Colorado cities are responding to the U.S. Supreme Court’s homelessness ruling
At the beginning of the summer, SCOTUS ruled that cities can arrest or ticket people for sleeping outdoors. CPR News looked into how cities around Colorado are responding to the ruling.
Accidental killing of a mother bear in Silverton ignites anger and calls for change
The sheriff’s office launched an investigation, looking into whether or not the man suspected of harassing the bears will face charges. Some are also calling on the local government to better educate the public on being “bear aware.”
Police kill armed suspect at Glenwood Springs mall
The officer who fired at the man has been placed on administrative leave while Glenwood police investigate the shooting.
Investigators hope missing Doberman puppies help find Idaho Springs dog breeder’s killer
Doberman breeder Paul Peavey was found dead on Aug. 24, and investigators are working to track down as many as 10 of his puppies.
In Montrose, pride and an uncertain future mark one of the country’s oldest drive-in theaters
“I don’t give up easy,” says the Star Drive-In Theatre’s owner, who has run the place since she was a teenager.
Grand Junction approves plan for temporary housing, keeps ban on sleeping in tents and cars
The change follows a tent ban and an increase in citations for camping on public property.
Grand Junction is about to lose some of its sweetness as beloved local bakery closes after more than 75 years
Customers have flocked to Home Style Bakery before its closure in hopes of stocking up on baked goods they’ll never get to taste again.
Vail Resorts announces ski resort opening dates. Keystone expected to open in mid-October.
Vail Resorts paired the update with an announcement that its Epic Pass, which gives skiers and boarders seasonal discounts on admission to its resorts, will increase in price after Sept. 2.
Power is being restored in Frisco area after blackouts hit thousands
Xcel customers in Breckenridge, Dillon, Copper Mountain and Red Cliff were also affected by power outages.
Silverton’s Hardrocker Holidays games this weekend celebrate Colorado’s mining past
Now in its 50th year, think of it like the Highland Games, but celebrating the mining industry.
The longest track of dinosaur footprints is now public. We got a tour with the grown-up boy who discovered them
While the footprints only became public in recent years, they were actually discovered decades ago by a group of looking for adventure in the small mountain town of Ouray.
