Daily editionMonday, September 21st, 2026
Good morning, Denver.
The AM Denver Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of September.
Business
Colorado DOT completed essential bridge repairs on I-70 West in Wheat Ridge this past weekend, affecting traffic until 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Additional repairs will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25 until 6 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29 and local businesses report the detours are slowing commutes.
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Health
At UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, someone intentionally disrupted the oxygen supply on Sept. 3, but staff quickly shifted patients to backup systems+no patients were harmed while police investigate the incident.
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Every Wednesday, Constance Cowley and Denny (her therapy dog) visit HCA HealthONE Spalding Rehabilitation Hospital in Aurora to help patients regain strength and movement through playful activities.
Cowley has volunteered for nearly two years and brings joy to patients and staff.
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