Denver Local News – Wednesday, May 27th, 2026

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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026

Good morning, Denver. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Startup Colorado hosted a Zoom contest where a dozen founders pitched business plans focused on belonging, and three winners will pitch to investors at Denver Startup Week later this year (showing how connection can boost business growth). Colorado Public Radio

CULTURE NEWS

➤ The Freedom Plane landed at Denver International Airport Tuesday carrying nine historic documents from the National Archives for a 17-day, free-admission exhibit that opens tomorrow at History Colorado before it heads to Miami. Denver7

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Denver tree experts are testing cultivars at the CSU Spur campus to find species that can withstand drought and disease. Research scientist Jon Martin planted an experimental grove of 80 trees in late 2024 with irrigation setups + sensors to speed up the adoption of climate-resilient shade trees. Colorado Public Radio

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Thornton City Council is considering updating ordinances on e-bikes after community safety complaints. Proposed rules would let e-bikes with pedals ride on trails at speeds of 20 mph (non-pedal models would be banned) and add fines for dangerous behavior, with a public education campaign if approved. Denver7

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