Advocates call on Denver to expand access to cooling centers amid heat wave

Advocates in Denver are urging the city to expand access to cooling centers during a heat wave, citing insufficient hours and facilities for families and unhoused individuals. Existing cooling areas in recreation centers and libraries close by 4 or 5 p.m. on Sundays, leaving some without shelter. A community center on Lawrence Street remains open longer, but advocates argue dedicated emergency cooling shelters are needed.