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The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal shooting following a hit-and-run crash in Littleton. A blue Ford F-150 struck vehicles before fleeing, prompting a BOLO alert. Later, the truck was shot at, killing passenger Andrew Bott, 23. Investigators searched a Highlands Ranch home and seek dash cam and security footage from W. Bowles Avenue near S. Santa Fe Drive between 10:25 p.m. and 10:35 p.m. Saturday.

The University of Northern Colorado's new College of Osteopathic Medicine held its inaugural White Coat Ceremony, marking the start for its first medical class. The school aims to address Colorado's physician shortage, particularly in rural areas. Student Marina Choi highlighted her journey of perseverance to reach this milestone.

A teenager died on Mt. Blue Sky after being struck by lightning, according to the Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred around 1:20 p.m. Sunday, with four others injured, including three family members and another minor. Three had minor injuries, and one was airlifted from the mountain.

Temperatures in the Denver metro area will cool after two record-breaking hot days, with increased chances of rain and storms this week. A possible third triple-digit day is forecasted for Sunday, though temperatures will remain 7-10 degrees cooler than the previous weekend.

Paloma Atkins, a Colorado teen with celiac disease, shares gluten-free recipes after overcoming challenges in adapting her baking. Diagnosed at 11, she struggled with gluten-free baking but now aims to help others through her free online recipes.

Sabrina Wright-Hobart, a Colorado volunteer with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, advocates for cancer patients and survivors using her personal experience with breast cancer and Stage 4 cancer diagnosis. She organizes legislative efforts, including multi-cancer early detection advocacy, and collaborates with lawmakers to improve access to care and research funding.

Evacuation orders were issued in Douglas County, Colorado, due to a wildfire west of Sedalia. Mandatory evacuations cover a two-mile radius around West Douglas Fire Station 132. No injuries or structural damage have been reported, and the fire's cause remains unknown.

Denver set a record high of 103° on Sunday, with unusually warm nights and scattered thunderstorms expected to bring gusty winds and potential flash flooding in mountain areas. The weather will remain unsettled through Wednesday with afternoon/evening thunderstorms, followed by a return to dry, hot conditions by next weekend.

Arapahoe County, Denver, and Aurora are collaborating on a regional corridor study to address safety concerns on Florida Avenue. The initiative, led by DRCOG and Arapahoe County, focuses on improving pedestrian, bicyclist, and transit access while gathering public input to identify solutions like roundabouts, speed bumps, and better signage.

A violent road rage attack occurred in Aurora, Colorado, captured on video where a suspect on a scooter assaulted a woman. The suspect, described as a woman with red or purple hair wearing a black helmet and a T-shirt reading 'THATS A HORRIBLE IDEAWHAT TIME?', is being sought by police. The victim sustained a concussion, sprained ankle, and ligament damage.

Denver could experience its first two consecutive 100-degree days since 2022, with Sunday forecasted at 102 degrees and Saturday at 101. A heat advisory is in effect for the Front Range and Eastern Colorado, with potential temperatures reaching 109 degrees. Historical data shows Denver has only 15 recorded instances of consecutive 100-degree days since 1872.

Three people were killed and two injured in a high-speed rollover crash involving a 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe on Weld County Road 80 in Colorado. The crash, which ejected all five occupants, involved four members of the Eaton High School class of 2025. The Colorado State Patrol is investigating the incident.

Denver Police arrested Jacob Anglon, 29, in connection with a July 19 shooting on North Columbine Street that killed 38-year-old Marius Munyamahoro and injured another man. Anglon faces charges of first-degree murder and attempted murder, and police stated he was known to the individuals in the residence where the shooting occurred.

Mina Guli, an Australian ultra runner and water advocate, is running 2,000 miles along the Colorado River over 100 days to raise awareness about its environmental crisis. The river, which supports 40 million people and $1.4 trillion in economic activity, faces severe drought with 95% of its basin in drought conditions and reservoirs like Lake Powell and Lake Mead at historic lows.

One person is dead after being struck by oncoming traffic on Interstate 25 near Auraria Parkway in Denver. The individual had exited a stalled vehicle before the incident occurred, and police reported serious injuries and traffic delays. The investigation is ongoing with no further details released.

The temperature at Denver International Airport reached 100 degrees, breaking the previous record of 99 degrees set in 1963. This marks the second time Denver has hit triple-digit temperatures in five days, with a forecast of 101 degrees expected to match another record on Sunday.

A 25-year-old man died after a bike crash near Gold Hill, Boulder County, following a call to the sheriff's office around 1 a.m. on Saturday. Five friends had earlier gathered at Gold Hill Inn, with two biking and three in a vehicle; the man was found unconscious down an embankment after being separated from his group.

New tariffs announced by the Trump Administration will impact 99.4% of U.S. imports, affecting businesses like Dazbog Coffee Company, which faces rising costs for packaging materials. Local businesses report increased challenges due to supply chain uncertainties and higher expenses from tariffs on components and equipment.

Adams County fire crews discovered a body in a tunnel under an I-25 bridge while responding to an illegal burn call. The body was found during a search of the tunnel, and the Adams County sheriff's office assisted with the investigation. Fire officials stated it is unclear if the body is connected to the initial burn call.

A fourth wildland firefighter, Nathan Matthews, died from injuries sustained in a burnover incident on the Knowles Fire in western Colorado. Three other firefighters died at the scene, and a serious accident investigation is ongoing.