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The Broncos call off their trade for Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley

One day after announcing it, the Broncos called off their trade for Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley. The team's late-night social media post said the proposed deal "will not be finalized", and it gave no reason.

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Henley has made a mark in eight games this season

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tackles in eight games
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fumble recoveries
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forced fumble
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interception, against the Texans on Sunday

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  • 911 chiefAndrew Dameron has left to run Jeffcom 9-1-1 after six years leading Denver's Emergency Communications, and the city is searching for a new executive director.

    Andrew Dameron has left to run Jeffcom 9-1-1 after six years leading Denver's Emergency Communications, and the city is searching for a new executive director. Officials announced the search earlier this week.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Denver Gazette

  • Sheridan mailerA letter telling homeowners they'd need to pay for their own fire protection and emergency medical response went to more than 2,000 Sheridan homes.

    A letter telling homeowners they'd need to pay for their own fire protection and emergency medical response went to more than 2,000 Sheridan homes. It was meant for just 38.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 9NEWS

  • Gartrell RoadFrom Nov. 17 to Nov. 19, Gartrell Road over E-470 will close to all traffic from Aurora Parkway to Dry Creek Road in the evening and overnight.

    From Nov. 17 to Nov. 19, Gartrell Road over E-470 will close to all traffic from Aurora Parkway to Dry Creek Road in the evening and overnight. The city is telling drivers to use Smoky Hill Road as the alternate route.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Sentinel Colorado

  • Aurora councilAurora City Council meetings are moving online, with virtual meetings expected to begin Dec.

    Aurora City Council meetings are moving online, with virtual meetings expected to begin Dec. 7. They're expected to last until construction on accessibility improvements to the Paul Tauer Council Chamber wraps in August 2027, and a public call-in line will let residents be heard.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Denver Gazette, 9NEWS

  • NuggetsThe Nuggets held off the Grizzlies 123-118 Wednesday in Memphis.

    The Nuggets held off the Grizzlies 123-118 Wednesday in Memphis. Jamal Murray scored 30 points, 22 of them in the final 13 minutes, for his fifth 30-point game of the season. Nikola Jokic added 27 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, and Denver is 6-4 and 2-1 on its four-game road trip, per these takeaways.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Denver Sports 104.3 The Fan, El Comercio de Colorado, Denver Gazette

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Broncos call off the Daiyan Henley trade; Nuggets win in Memphis

Plus, Sean Payton backs Bo Nix and Aurora council meetings go virtual Dec. 7.

The TLDR

  1. Broncos call off their trade for Daiyan Henley
  2. Payton says Bo Nix is the right QB
  3. Nuggets beat the Grizzlies 123-118
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