Good morning, Denver.

Dillon Marina is open for Memorial Day weekend, drawing visitors for boating and water sports while local businesses plan for a busy summer after a slow winter at Lake Dillon.

The boost in tourism is needed as nearby marinas remain closed.

Approved background checks for gun sales in Colorado fell to 314,904 last year (the lowest since 2014), a 35% drop from peak pandemic levels in 2020.

Local experts in Lakewood noted a slight stabilization in sales despite the overall post-pandemic decline.

Grocery prices climbed 2.9% in April compared to last year, according to federal data, and fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs & drinks saw notable hikes.

Rising gas costs from international markets are driving transportation expenses higher, creating a squeeze for many Denver families.

MSU Denver is set to benefit from former Gov. Roy Romer's donation, which includes his gubernatorial archives & $2 million to create a new research institute that will offer policy and leadership opportunities for a diverse student body.

Denver-area water parks opened Saturday for summer as Water World in Federal Heights lowered water use by cutting grass irrigation & updating attractions while downtown Elitch Gardens adopted a recirculating filtration system to conserve water amid drought.