Good morning, Denver.

Brighton's Riverdale Animal Shelter asked for help after taking in hundreds of animals from hoarding cases over the past three months, including more than 100 taken in on Wednesday from an animal cruelty investigation in unincorporated Adams County—raising its population to over 540 animals. Shelter officials said they depend on foster care and adoptions to care for the animals during this unprecedented time.

Two cyclists were hurt on Bear Creek Trail when sudden bridge closures left them without early warning signs—Denver Parks and Rec and DOTI said corrosion issues forced the closures and funding has been set to begin designing a replacement bridge in early 2026.

Aurora hosts a busy weekend as a free Mini-Con event takes place today at Aurora Municipal Campus from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. where pop culture fans enjoy trivia contests, live performances, and a costume contest—upcoming events include Hip-Hop Fest at The People’s Building tomorrow, a musical comedy at Vintage Theatre beginning Sept. 29, a Chicano art experience running through Oct. 24, and a Latin Jazz Fiesta starting Sept. 28.

At a Friday budget hearing, Denver's DOTI said it will cut 15% of its general fund budget—eliminating over 100 vacancies and reducing staff by 31—to help fix a $200 million shortfall.

The City Council is reviewing the proposal, and some projects will shift to a backlog list while residents may experience longer response times for 311 calls.

A former Denver elections employee, Virginia Chau, settled a lawsuit for $65,000 after she claimed she lost her job for speaking up about poll worker safety concerns on Jon Stewart's show in 2022—Denver officials said the settlement includes no admission of wrongdoing.

Denver International Airport’s fleet maintenance, which handles over 1,200 vehicles for 15 City of Denver departments, was named the nation’s top green fleet today by NAFA Fleet Management Association.

The airport plans to double its sustainable vehicles from 25% to over 50% within the next year and runs an emissions testing center—showing a firm commitment to electric technology and lower maintenance costs.

A new report shows that U.S. children spend only 4 to 7 minutes outside a day while obesity rates among youth have risen, prompting a Power of Nature program to help 300,000 kids get fresh air through field trips and classroom activities—supported by a $1 million donation from Denver-based The North Face. Colorado national parks offer free admission today for National Public Lands Day as part of this health initiative.

Adaptive skiing pioneer Bob Meserve overcame a 1983 crash on his home mountain that left him paralyzed and is being inducted into the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame this weekend — an honor that recognizes his efforts to increase sport access for disabled skiers.