Good morning, Denver.

Skyline Park in downtown hosts FIFA World Cup watch parties by Colorado Rapids, Street Soccer USA, and Downtown Denver Partnership.

Organized for the tournament period, the event will feature big screen viewing, music, food, and family+activities to boost connection and downtown economic growth.

Denver7 Investigates reports that Coloradans have faced costly vacation booking errors and fake listings from unreliable third‑party sites this summer, and experts advise travelers to verify websites and check reviews before finalizing reservations.

Vail Resorts reported a 12.5% drop in skier visits this past winter as third-quarter revenue fell from $389.7 million to $314.4 million.

CEO Rob Katz said the company is targeting improvements in lifts + snowmaking and dining to drive future mountain experiences.

Denver journalist Andrea Dukakis is exploring afterlife theories with interviews from death doulas, a terminal lung cancer specialist, and spiritual mediums after losing her daughter Jobie (whose loss drives her quest to connect with hope beyond death).

She aims to clarify life’s enduring mystery for locals.

Utility commissioners begin debating a settlement today that would let Xcel Energy raise residential rates by roughly 6% after months of input from consumer and environmental groups, unions, and major retailers—some consumer advocates warn the deal could burden customers on multiple fronts.

A statewide drought emergency (declared last week by Gov. Polis) is causing dry conditions on rancher Dwight Mondragon's 120-acre farm in southern Costilla County.

Mondragon is preparing to move his herd amid thinning pasture and limited hay supplies while specialists monitor a hopeful monsoon forecast later this summer.

Douglas County officials are considering an ordinance that would ban e-bikes exceeding 30 mph and require riders under 18 to wear helmets, plus set a $500 minimum fine for reckless riding.

The proposal comes as current laws lag behind the fast-evolving technology.

Longmont passed an ordinance Tuesday night that limits energy use for hyperscale data centers to either 5% of the regional grid or 100 megawatts (enough to power 10,000 to 30,000 homes on a hot day) to protect local power, water supply and neighborhoods.

Local soccer-themed pub The British Bulldog obtained a permit to nearly triple its outdoor patio for World Cup matches, while nearby Thirsty Lion will offer special deals & support youth soccer.

Both venues aim to boost community engagement as fans gather in Denver.

Cole Carrigg made his major league debut Tuesday, June 9 in Denver when he hit a triple against the Chicago Cubs.

The outfielder showed fearlessness and speed while garnering praise from manager Warren Schaeffer as his team won 7-3.