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'Historically thrilling' discovery made under Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Scientists at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science are celebrating a discovery that they have called "nothing short of magical" just under their parking lot in City Park.

Volunteers build wheelchair ramp for Commerce City teen with disabilities

A group of dedicated volunteers, in partnership with the nonprofit Operation Ramp It Up, has transformed the life of a Commerce City teen by building a much-needed wheelchair ramp for his home.

NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers says her CO upbringing helped her get to the ISS

Maj. Nichole Ayers spoke with Denver7's Ryan Fish from the International Space Station, talking about her mission, her training, and how growing up in Colorado inspired her to reach for the stars.

Once-in-a-lifetime agave plant bloom happening in front of Westminster City Hall

For those walking into Westminster City Hall, there is a special sight to see: a 25-year-old agave plant standing around 10 feet tall and ready to blossom.

New mural brings brightness, beauty and business into Olde Town Arvada

Patrick Maxcy is almost finished with a new mural in Olde Town Arvada. He and city officials hope to bring some beauty to the district and inspire people to stop inside the businesses along the way.

Love wins at Denver’s first-ever LGBTQ+ marriage marathon

Dozens of couples said "I do" in downtown Denver on Friday as the city kicked off Pride weekend with its first-ever LGBTQ+ marriage marathon.

Red Cross partners with Metallica for most successful blood drive ever in CO

Ahead of two shows at Empower Field at Mile High, Metallica partnered with the American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming for a blood drive at the stadium.

Annual Blues from the Top Music Festival taking over Winter Park this weekend

Blues from the Top, one of Colorado's biggest music events of the year, is taking over Winter Park this weekend.

We can't get enough of these adorable photos of twin moose calves in RMNP

Twin moose calves are the new stars of the show inside Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. Photographers are sharing adorable photos of them with Denver7.

Everything to know about first-of-its-kind Colorado Avs Hockey Equipment Sale

For the first time, hockey enthusiasts will have the chance to purchase slightly used equipment from the Colorado Avalanche at the first-of-its-kind Colorado Avalanche Hockey Equipment Sale.

Boulder's Frasca Food and Wine awarded top honor by James Beard Foundation

The James Beard Foundation named Boulder's Frasca Food and Wine an Outstanding Restaurant at Monday night's annual award ceremony in Chicago.

Denver team soars at Red Bull Soapbox Race Utah

More than 50 teams from across the country converged this weekend for the Red Bull Soapbox Race Utah, and among them was a group of friends, some based in Denver, known as Duck N' Suds.
Drag, brunch, and community: Denver's Champagne Tiger serves Pride all year long

Denver's Pride Parade may be taking a new route this year, but at Champagne Tiger, the celebration of queer joy remains right at home on Colfax.

UCHealth's fundraiser with Denver Broncos raises $175K for Freedom Service Dogs

Denver Broncos players traded footballs for a baseball bat recently to support UCHealth's home run derby, which raised $175,000 for Freedom Service Dogs.

NHL's 'Stanley Pup' returns today, plus meet the CO Avalanche's puppy pick

The National Hockey League’s adorable "Stanley Pup" returns today and among several of the rescue dogs is the Colorado Avalanche's puppy pick, a 12-week-old beagle and cattle dog mix.

Denver teacher hoping to win the crown in Miss Colorado competition

Swansea Elementary School teacher Katya Lopez was named Miss Denver in October 2024 and will soon compete to become Miss Colorado.

Colorado Academy sophomore wins state titles for two different sports in one day

Competing in one state championship is tough enough. Jordan Slutzky did it twice — in two different sports — on the same day.

Community helps 80-year-old grocery bagger pay off late wife's medical bills

A community in Utah organized a fundraising account after they found out an 80-year-old man was working at a grocery store to pay off his late wife's medical bills.

Former fortune cookie factory in Denver's Baker neighborhood transforms

The aptly named Cookie Factory aims to connect the community with art in an accessible space. Admission is free, making it an inviting addition to Denver’s art scene.

Denver7 Everyday Hero uses crochet club to create safe space for students

At Manning Middle School, lunch on Tuesdays has turned into much more than just a meal break, thanks to this week's Denver7 Everyday Hero.

Bobcat found inside Ken Caryl home unimpressed by use of lasers to lure it away

Cats, no matter how big or small, are natural hunters. But as it turns out, not all of them enjoy chasing the same thing.

Adams County deputies, firefighters help deliver baby on Memorial Day

Deputies and firefighters in Adams County thought they were responding to a car crash in the early hours of Monday, but were met with a different kind of emergency once they arrived at the scene.

Durango police wrangle rogue kangaroo... again

Durango police officers on Monday were called out for an unexpected repeat offender: an escaped kangaroo.

'A weight is lifted': Denver workshop offers second chance for Coloradans

Mile High WorkShop in Denver offers employment and support to Coloradans facing barriers to re-entering the workforce or society as a whole.
HCA HealthONE Aurora celebrates its nurses during National Nurses Week

HCA HealthONE Aurora is celebrating National Nurses Week by bringing snack carts to each of the nursing stations around the hospital.

Beloved campground near Lake City, closed since 2023, will reopen this month

One of the "most magical destinations" in the Lake City area in southwest Colorado has remained closed since September 2023, but is set to reopen at the end of the month.

Colorado Olympian Mikaela Shiffrin joins Denver NWSL team's ownership group

Colorado Olympian Mikaela Shiffrin has joined the Denver National Women's Soccer League team ownership group, a move that she has called "both an honor and a joy."

Denver Animal Shelter partners with Soul Dogs to help animals, people thrive

Inside Denver Animal Shelter, a new partnership is helping more than just pets, it’s also empowering people with disabilities through the healing power of canine companionship.

Grand County breaks ground on state-of-the-art animal shelter

After 30 years of making do, the Grand County Animal Shelter broke ground on a new home on Monday. The road to get here was paved with a lot of support from their community and Denver7’s viewers.

7 delicious places to eat in Denver's Five Points: Denver7 | Your Voice

From tacos to soul food to New York-style pizza, Denver's Five Points neighborhood has been recognized for having some of the best eats in the city – and even in the country.

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