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Sept. 18, 2025: A family’s hope after school shooting; ‘One Book’ inspires connection, photo exhibit

An attendee at the vigil holds flowers at a vigil
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An attendee at the vigil holds flowers at a vigil Thursday evening following Wednesday’s shooting at Evergreen High School.

Matthew Silverstone was critically injured in the shooting at Evergreen High School. His family wants the community to know who he is as he fights to recover; we share his uncle's message. Then, the Denver Public Library wants to get more people reading by sharing one book to encourage conversation. It's also inspired a photo exhibit. Plus, Sunday is the "21st Night of September," and this year it takes on special meaning for Denver's Philip Bailey and the legendary Earth, Wind and Fire.