Good morning, Denver.

Local community members gathered at Ghost Box Pizza in Lafayette on June 13 to celebrate Haiti's return to the World Cup after a 52-year wait, wearing red and blue jerseys (honoring the team's history) and supporting local girls' soccer ahead of upcoming matches versus Brazil and Morocco.

On June 14-19, the Autism Society of Boulder County and iCan Shine held an annual bike camp at Ascent Community Church in Louisville, where riders 8 and older learned to ride adapted bikes during five 75-minute sessions.

Over 75 volunteers helped participants gain balance and independence — boosting community confidence.

Netflix launched Color Book on Friday, June 19, featuring Aurora teen Jeremiah Daniels, a Down syndrome actor in a film about a father coping with grief while raising his son.

The film, which earned festival honors + sparked community conversations about representation, now reaches audiences worldwide.

The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment reports that the drought is causing higher E. coli and blue green algae levels in popular water spots today in Denver (regular testing continues) and advises residents to take extra precautions.

Residents in Englewood raised concerns about empty storefronts and rising housing costs while city leaders explained that vacancies are part of a planned City Center redevelopment.

Public outreach for a 20-year housing plan (seeking community ideas) is underway.