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Denver
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Denver. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 'Love, Anything: 28 Expressions for 28 Luminous Years' exhibit will open tomorrow at the Fulginiti Gallery at Anschutz, featuring 28 photos from Ryyan Chacra’s personal collection. His family created the event to honor his legacy and raise awareness about OCD. Sentinel Colorado
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Angela Garland—former Cherry Creek board president—joined the Community College of Aurora Foundation board this spring to lead fundraising aimed at boosting scholarships and expanding student opportunities. Sentinel Colorado
- ➤ Educators in Sheridan District 2 are striking after their contract expired, with the board citing missed negotiations and a planned salary increase while union leaders say board changes hurt trust — no new bargaining sessions have been set. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ State lawmakers may eliminate the TREP program to save $1.6 million amid a $1.2 billion budget shortfall, leaving high school seniors who planned teacher training with few options. School districts + families are working to find alternatives as debates continue over the proposal. Sentinel Colorado
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early Wednesday, two wildfires triggered mandatory evacuations near Carter Lake and warnings for residents near Fourth Street and Hawthorn Avenue. Dry conditions fueled the flames — officials urged affected communities to stay alert and follow safety instructions. Denver7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials postponed the PAHO meeting to review measles elimination status to November as 13 measles cases have been reported in Colorado, including an outbreak at Broomfield High School. Dr. Jennifer Reich of the University of Colorado Denver warned that low vaccination rates and shrinking pediatric capacity may strain health services. Colorado Public Radio
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