Are Wildfires a Natural Solution to Overcrowding on Colorado’s Trails?
It has been a massive (and in some cases tragic) year for Colorado wildfires. One silver lining? Some fragile ecosystems may now be able to recover without human impact.
23 Colorado Breweries Win 26 Medals at the 2020 Great American Beer Festival
More than 8,800 beers from 1,720 breweries across America joined the annual competition, which hosted its first-ever virtual awards ceremony.
Colorado’s Iconic Crystal Mill Needs Your Help
The Crystal Mill Foundation is looking to raise at least $5 million by the end of the year in order to save and preserve this historic landmark.
We’ve Got an “I Voted” Sticker for You
Voting by mail is great and all, but what about those quintessential “I Voted” stickers? Download one here.
L. Ercolani Makes its U.S. Debut at RiNo’s Studio Como
The British brand known for timeless modern furniture is making Denver its North American home.
The 10 Largest Wildfires in Colorado’s History
This year has been a devastating wildfire season as the state’s three largest-ever blazes ignited in the past three months.
How Your 2020 Ballot Choices Could Affect Local Agriculture
Which senatorial candidate you choose and whether you support Proposition 114 will impact Colorado’s small and mid-size farmers and ranchers.
How to Safely Celebrate Halloween During COVID-19
An infectious disease doctor shares dos and don’ts for trick-or-treating, haunted houses, scary movie nights, and more.
The Delicious Mission Behind the Helping Hen Food Truck
Internships on the Work Options for Women rotisserie chicken truck provide disadvantaged community members hands-on training for careers in food service.
7 Halloween Events & Activities to Enjoy (Responsibly) This Year
Lift your spirits with these Halloween events happening around Colorado. Bonus: Denver’s top haunted houses to check out.
Denver Restricts Public and Private Gatherings to a Maximum of 5 People
The new restrictions—which include a stiffer outdoor mask mandate—come as daily cases of COVID-19 in Denver reach a new high.
Larimer Square Is Evolving—And Bound to Be Delicious
Creative entrepreneurs are bringing new life and more drinking and dining spots to the historic downtown block.
Can Polis’ New Outdoor Dining Grant Help Restaurants Survive the Winter?
For owners who have relied on expanded patios to remain in business, the opportunity couldn’t come at a more critical time.
Can High Country News Rewrite the Narrative of the West?
When the editor in chief of the Paonia-based publication resigned last month, he did so with a tweet thread that pondered the magazine’s role in upholding—or dismantling—white supremacy. Can the next iteration of HCN write us into a more inclusive future?
History Colorado Displays Civil War Statue Toppled Outside the State Capitol
Leaders are now in discussion with Colorado’s Native American tribes about filling the vacant spot with a memorial to the Sand Creek Massacre.
Local Culinary Businesses Hit with ADA-Compliance Lawsuits
Owners speak out about complaints, which claim that websites cannot be fully accessed by screen-reading software used by visually impaired individuals.
Next 100 Colorado Is Seeking Stories of BIPOC Experiences on Public Lands
Making the outdoors more inclusive and welcoming for all starts with hearing the stories of people of color, in their own words.
Colorado’s COVID-19 Positivity Rate Exceeds 5 Percent
As another wave of COVID-19 infections hit Colorado, Gov. Jared Polis warned of health and economic repercussions while unveiling a new project to buoy the restaurant industry through the winter.
Bike Theft in Denver Is on a Record-Setting Pace This Year
As crime continues to rise during the pandemic, Denver Police Department data shows a sharp increase in stolen bicycles.
Without Federal Aid, Some Denver Restaurants Are Closing Until At Least Spring 2021
Hibernating and eliminating full-service dining are two approaches to the forthcoming cold, COVID winter.
A New Public Art Installation Celebrates Women in Architecture
The digital artwork on the downtown Daniels & Fisher Tower runs all month—and its organizers hope it inspires a new generation of female architects.
