Good morning, Denver.

Candice Ensign runs Journey with Equus in Elizabeth, Colorado where over 100 rescued horses help people heal through guided sessions; the grassroots rescue relies on volunteer support and limited resources to care for its animals.

Colorado officials will choose eligible Workforce Pell programs through Aug.

15 to offer low-income students short-term job training (about $2,200 annually) as research shows certificate programs vary in boosting wages. The decision will guide enrollment in courses that improve earnings.

Colorado skies are overcast with wildfire smoke drifting from blazes in Utah and the Pacific NW + air quality alerts remain in effect until 9 a.m. today as officials advise residents to reduce outdoor activity.

Urban Alchemy outperformed every contract metric at Aspen Shelter after taking over operations six months ago, though housing outcomes remain in question.

City housing officials announced Tuesday that they may add a fifth metric while working to shorten guests' shelter stays with plans for further program expansion next year.

Denver Broncos released renderings of a Burnham Yard project that will add a new stadium and four districts — repurposing historic rail features into parks, shops and transit stops.

The 58-acre redevelopment awaits city council approval and community agreements.