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Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Denver. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Golden declared a Stage 1 drought emergency and put water restrictions into effect Friday — residents may water lawns twice a week between 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. and must repair leaks within 10 days to avoid $1,000 fines or water shutoff. Denver7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction on the final leg of the East Colfax Avenue Bus Rapid Transit project began Friday in Aurora at Yosemite Street extending east toward I-225. The new design uses outside lanes—aiming to reduce disruption to local businesses—while the city forms a Downtown Development Authority to reinvest corridor tax revenue. Denver7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AdventHealth Littleton has launched a 24/7 forensic nursing program to treat victims of violence in the southern Denver area. The program, starting this week, offers trauma-informed care, easing travel barriers and working with local first responders — ensuring survivors receive timely, respectful exams and support. Colorado Public Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After the Nuggets lost Game 6 to the Timberwolves, Denver7 asked fans for ideas to rebuild the team—some calling for firing Head Coach David Adelman while others hoped he gets another chance. Denver7
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