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Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Denver. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Casa Bonita will change its look for Halloween from Sept. 30 to Nov. 2—showing fun decor and fewer performers that led to a union dispute. Co-owner Matt Stone said the pop-up is a trial to keep the restaurant lively after a two-year, $40 million update. Denver7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jarvis Cocker of Pulp talked with Alisha Sweeney about the band's new album More, their upcoming Red Rocks show on Monday, September 22, and his birthday celebration on the road — all while discussing the legacy of Britpop. Colorado Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Asbury Elementary earned the Green Flag award— the highest national mark for environmental work— on Friday in the school gym. The EcoSchools award shows that the school's student-led sustainability work made Asbury one of only two dozen Colorado schools recognized for environmental leadership. Denver7
- ➤ Evergreen High School released its first part of a return-to-school plan on Friday after a Sept 10 shooting injured two students and ended with the 16-year-old shooter’s death. The plan, based on 1,300 survey responses, adds new safety measures — including a full-time school resource officer and parent sessions on Sept 22 and Sept 23—to guide a gradual return of students and staff. Denver7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado officials warned taxpayers that a new text-based scam reported in other states may soon target local residents—fraudulent texts ask for personal banking details to receive a tax refund. The Department of Revenue advised Coloradans not to share personal information via texts and to report suspicious messages. Denver7
- ➤ The Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Office announced extra traffic and parking enforcement will run at Guanella Pass during aspen season to keep emergency vehicles moving. Sergeant Nick Aab said drivers parking illegally will face an $87.50 fine and a $200 tow fee—so visitors should use designated lots and check for delays. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ The Colorado State Demography Office released a report showing the state lacked 106,000 affordable housing units as of 2023— the report indicates that about 34,000 new units must be built each year for the next decade to meet demand. Denver7
- ➤ A reintroduced bill, Ally’s Act — backed by Congressman Joe Neguse — will require private insurers to cover specialized hearing devices and cochlear implants for children like 16-year-old Ally Tumblin who was born without a right ear and once had a costly device denied. Her mother said the law would help ensure fair coverage for nearly 500000 Americans facing insurance denials. Denver7
- ➤ ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! indefinitely after his comments about Charlie Kirk’s death upset viewers and raised questions over network decisions—prompting affiliates like Nexstar to pull the show and hinting at possible FCC review. Denver7 reported that the decision, made at the national level, has sparked debate over media regulation and control. Denver7
- ➤ Several Coloradans traveled to Washington D.C. this past week to urge lawmakers to increase funding for cancer research and early childhood education — saying that cuts risk lives and hurt young children’s growth. Advocates including Medicaid cancer survivor Rachel Sanchez and Save the Children supporter Kiki McGough said the meetings build a useful link between constituents and Congress. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ Colorado River officials from upstream states report that talks to manage water for 40 million people show little progress ahead of a Nov. 11 federal deadline — state and federal representatives remain divided on mandatory versus voluntary water cuts. Federal agents will step in if an agreement is not reached soon as drought conditions continue to strain the basin. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ Ted Cooke withdrew from the nomination to lead the Bureau of Reclamation after Upper Basin states raised concerns he might favor the Lower Basin—he said he was contacted by the White House to step aside amid these objections. His exit leaves the top federal water role unfilled and may complicate talks among seven states over sharing the Colorado River. Colorado Public Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A federal vaccine panel changed key recommendations, including limiting the MMRV shot to children 4+ and advising that those 65 and older consult a provider before a COVID-19 vaccine, following shifts in its membership led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.; these changes are pending final CDC approval and may not bind Colorado, which can follow national medical groups under a state law. Local experts and a new Colorado Chooses Vaccines Coalition have voiced concerns that the mixed guidance could confuse families and affect vaccine access. Colorado Public Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado’s new live buffalo mascot, the 1-year-old bison named Ralphie VII, will debut Saturday night at Folsom Field against Wyoming while replacing the retired Ralphie VI who showed little enthusiasm for running—donated by the Beauprez Family, she weighs 700 pounds and will continue a 58-year tradition that excites fans. Colorado Public Radio
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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