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Kidney donation bonds two Colorado best friends

Kelsey Anderson, 34, and Colin Giglio, 37, practically grew up together. Their friendship was put to the test a few years ago when Giglio shared some big news.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado receive significant award

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado is celebrating a significant award that recognizes its commitment to matching kids in the community with mentors.

'I told you I'd get emotional': Colo. kidney donor, recipient meet for 1st time

It all started on social media. Ed Silberman needed a kidney. Dave Heal offered to help. For three years after the transplant surgery, they never met — until an emotional get-together this week.

Up, up, and away! Rocket Science class at MSU Denver generates interest in STEM

Metropolitan State University of Denver hosted middle school students over the summer in a series of day camps, as part of MSU’s Summer Science Institute.

T-Rexcellent discovery: Kids' amazing find on display at Denver museum

A new exhibit called Teen Rex opened Friday at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, showcasing a juvenile T-rex found by three kids in the badlands of North Dakota.

Colorado man heads to World Triathlon Championships, thanks to Denver7 Gives

With your donations, Denver7 Gives was able to raise over $3,000 to cover Ben Bernier's flight to Australia for the World Triathlon Championships and cost of transporting his bicycle overseas.

Denver organization giving away free haircuts to those experiencing homelessness

Cesar Pulido founded The Give Back, an organization that helps those experiencing homelessness. Volunteers hand out deodorant and other hygiene products, but their main service is free haircuts.

Baby moose trapped in lake saved by Alaska man and police as worried mom watches

An Alaska man and two police officers have joined forces to rescue a baby moose that got stuck between a floatplane and a dock in a lake.

Colorado dad honored by Struggle of Love Foundation reflects on receiving award

A Colorado dad who was honored with a Father of Year award by a nonprofit two years ago spoke to Denver7 recently about what that recognition has meant to him.

Colorado kids share their favorite thing about their dads for Father's Day

Denver7 anchor and father Shannon Ogden spent some time at Denver's Washington Park talking with children — young and older — about what is so great about their dads.

Denver gets first Little Free Library filled with books by Indigenous authors

A new Little Free Library in front of the Denver Indian Center offers books as diverse as the young people who will read them.

98-year-old man becomes oldest organ donor in the US

A 98-year-old war veteran from Missouri has become the oldest organ donor ever in the U.S. His liver helped save a 72-year-old woman.
Civic Center EATS gives food trucks a chance for exposure

Civic Center EATS brings food trucks from across the Denver metro to one place every Wednesday and Thursday.

Lakewood teens help save man from drowning at Bear Creek Lake Park

A group of Lakewood teens jumped into action at Bear Creek Lake Park over the weekend and helped save a man who was drowning.

Generation Wild calling on families to help keep CO “Bee-utiful” this summer

Great Outdoors Colorado is hoping we can “Bee the Change” this summer by planting wildflowers to help save our declining bee population.

Dennis the Emu reunites with his owner Friday morning thanks to German Shepherd

Dennis the emu had been missing since noon on Thursday, June 6. On Friday morning, Dennis was found safely and returned to his owners with a couple of scrapes and missing feathers.

'First gens' chase the American Dream through education

Many first-generation Americans, or "first gens," are chasing the American Dream through education. Denver7's Shannon Ogden talked with two first gen students about their paths to higher education.

Commerce City restaurant working to make the workforce more inclusive

Dion's restaurant in Commerce City participates in the Colorado Restaurant Association's programs to provide training for youth and under-employed groups of people

Warren Village celebrates 50 years of helping single parents in Denver

Some of the very first residents of Warren Village attended the nonprofit's 50th anniversary block party Friday.

‘Surreal’: Colorado teen advances to Scripps National Spelling Bee finals

Aditi Muthukumar on Wednesday advanced to the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals, along with seven other elite spellers who will compete for the Scripps Cup.

Make-A-Wish grants young girl's Elitch Gardens wish during surprise reveal

What started as a recognition of school fundraisers became a surprise wish reveal at Elitch Gardens on Wednesday.

Niwot 5th grader to compete in 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee

Cooper Edwards, 11, will represent Niwot Elementary School at the national spelling bee competition, which takes place May 28 through May 30 in National Harbor, Maryland.

Elementary kids have the best day ever with new bikes thanks to Denver7 Gives

These Denver elementary kids have a unique way of getting to school, not by bus, but on their own two wheels. When they didn't want their friends to miss out, they turned to Denver7 Gives for help.

Broomfield High School senior with Down Syndrome selected as graduation speaker

Jillian Ball was selected to be a speaker at Broomfield High School's graduation ceremony for her heartfelt speech on inclusion and gratitude.
Asian Girls Ignite teaches young women to embrace their identities

Teenagers feeling isolated is increasingly common as the United States’ youth mental health crisis grows. Asian girls struggle the most. But a Colorado nonprofit hopes to change that.

Former Ship Rock Grille chef leaves his mark on newly renovated restaurant

Kevin Hyman would often take photos after his shifts at Red Rocks Park and Ampitheatre's Ship Rock Grille. One of those photos is now the centerpiece at the newly renovated restaurant.

Denver PD dog uses cancer survival story to help others on their worst day

May 15 is National Police Dog Day, and a police dog in Denver with an inspiring story is comforting those who need it most.

Winter Park Resort donates sales from uphill skiing to Grand County nonprofits

The proceeds Winter Park Resort collected from its uphill skiing program this winter have totaled more than $80,000, which will go to several local nonprofits.

Colorado kids sweetly explain their favorite things about their moms

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms across Colorado and beyond! Denver7's Shannon Ogden asked kids at Denver's Wash Park their favorite thing about their mom. Here's what they said.

Couple become first simultaneous winners of Colorado Golden Gloves

A Colorado couple is making history, by punching their way to the top. Tasos and Madison Hernandez became first couple in history to win the Colorado Golden Gloves championship at the same time.

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