Barber shop with formerly incarcerated stylists cut hair, stigma
A new salon in Denver is changing negative perceptions around people who were incarcerated while giving them a platform for their skills.
Aurora investing thousands to protect small business owners from retail theft
Big box stores and small businesses in the Havana Business District have dealt with break-ins, robberies, and theft for years. Some owners say crime is getting better.
Immigrant-owned coffee shop in Aurora aims to help newcomers
The owners of a new Ethiopian coffee shop in Aurora are looking to help their community through conversation. Lucy Coffee House opened its doors in January during an influx of African migrants in the city.
Flooding closes rec center for disabled Coloradans
A recreation center that caters to people with disabilities is closed for major repairs. A pipe burst during last week's freeze, causing water to pour into the building for hours.
APD's new interim chief hits the ground running
Aurora Police Department's new interim chief Heather Morris hit the ground running this week.
Coloradans teach, train influx of African migrants
Migrants from Africa represent a small percentage of the people crossing the U.S. border, but their numbers have been rising. Last year, the Denver metro area saw a significant increase of immigrants and refugees from Africa, and many are still coming.
Aurora Catholic school to close after 64 years
In what the Archdiocese of Denver calls a heartbreaking decision, an Aurora school is closing after 64 years. Parents at St. Pius X Catholic School were excited to enroll their kids for the upcoming year, only to learn weeks ago that this semester would be their last.
Sprinklers flood Denver family apartment
Coloradans know to winterize their sprinklers before the first freeze, but lately it's the sprinklers inside that are causing problems.
Animals brace for cold with help from their humans
Animals of all kinds are adapting to the arctic chill across Colorado. While it's advised that pets stay indoors, other animals require more cold weather care.
Broken heat has Denver apartment residents bundled up during cold snap
As temperatures drop into the negatives, tenants are preparing to brace for the cold indoors after living without heat on and off for the past year.
Migrants sell goods and services in Stanley Marketplace
Employment is something thousands of migrants long for, but getting jobs in Denver has been a challenge. In the meantime, Stanley Marketplace is providing a space to help migrants support themselves.
Aurora foster parents raise money for passenger van to help more families
A young couple in Aurora has helped dozens of kids. Now they're asking for the community's support to help them continue changing young lives.
Business struggles as investigation continues on Aurora apartment fire
The investigation into the origin and cause of an apartment complex fire is still ongoing. The five-alarm blaze engulfed the nearly completed build at East Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street in December.
Migrants camping near Denver intersection to be moved into shelters
Two more congregate shelter sites will open Wednesday for the migrants gathered near Zuni Street and West 27th Avenue. The encampment will be cleared Wednesday morning.
Cops, bartenders prepare to bring in 2024 safely in Colorado
As Colorado prepares to welcome 2024, law enforcement and the people serving drinks are getting ready to ensure a safe New Year celebration.