Rockies

Denver experienced its fourth 100-degree day in 2026, entering the top 10 for most such days, following a record July with 28 days of 90-degree or hotter weather. Public health officials warned of cumulative heat risks and heat stroke dangers, while Rockies fans attended a game at Coors Field with precautions like hats and sunscreen.

Hot and dry weather persists in Southern Colorado due to a strong high-pressure ridge over the Rockies and Central Plains. This pattern is limiting rain chances and causing above-average temperatures, particularly affecting the Interstate 25 corridor and eastern plains.

Southern Colorado experiences a warm and dry day with high pressure strengthening over the Rockies. Isolated thunderstorms develop in the mountains during the afternoon and evening.

Four people were arrested and three cited at Oracle Park during a Giants vs. Rockies game after a verbal altercation escalated into a fan brawl. The incident occurred on Thursday, according to San Francisco police.

Powerful storms are affecting 30 million Americans from the Rockies to the Carolina Coast, while extreme heat and wildfires impact other regions. Firefighters are battling nearly three dozen large wildfires in the West as heat emergencies persist.

Three well-known businesses in downtown Denver have closed, disappointing fans attending a Rockies game on Wednesday.

RTD voted to reinstate BroncosRide, a transit service for Broncos games and events, after it was suspended before the 2020-21 season. The service faces challenges including budget constraints, parking logistics, and a tight preparation timeline, but RTD aims to expand transit options and gain public goodwill.