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Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Denver. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A woman was attacked by a moose while walking her off-leash dog near her home west of Jamestown on Wednesday at 1 p.m. and was taken to a hospital with head and back injuries as CPW posted warning signs around the area. Denver7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Colorado hosts a busy lineup of events — featuring art walks in Denver, free museum days, festivals and parades — that run from today to Sunday. Residents can enjoy local shows and celebrations in towns across the state. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ CPR Classical is launching its 17th annual Carol Countdown—thirty-two holiday carols will compete over the next five weeks. Denver voters will cast their ballots by midnight on Nov. 10, with winners announced on Nov. 13 and a final contest on Dec. 9 that offers a chance to win tickets to a Christmas Carol show at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ Metro Denver’s cultural sector generated a record $3.12 billion in 2024 and saw nearly three times more in-person engagements than local sports teams, with officials reporting an increase of 14,466 jobs and $692 million from cultural tourism. The data shows that the region is still recovering from the pandemic while funds from sales taxes support growth (reauthorization is set in 2028). Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ Descendants of the 10th Mountain Division retraced Hugh Evans’ steps in Italy this fall, visiting cemeteries and historic sites where he fought and earned a Silver Star — they honored his memory and the lasting bond forged during World War II. The trip reflected the 'sempre avanti' spirit that he passed on to his family. Colorado Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voters in Colorado elected more progressive school board candidates on Tuesday — breaking conservative majorities in places such as Douglas County, Woodland Park and Mesa County Valley District 51. Some districts, including contested races like District 49, may shift board policies as union-backed candidates win and moderate voices emerge. Sentinel Colorado
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado is seeking to obtain wolves from Washington for its planned winter reintroductions after the federal government blocked further imports from Canada. Gov. Jared Polis and Washington Gov. Bob Furguson are in talks as the Washington wildlife commission will discuss the possibility Nov. 13-15 amid concerns from local ranchers. Colorado Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arvada launched its 'No Neighbor Hungry' campaign on November 1 to ask locals for grocery store gift cards as SNAP benefits remain delayed during the federal shutdown. City leaders plan to collect 2,000 $25 gift cards—totaling $50,000—to help food banks serve nearly 4,700 households. Denver7
- ➤ A federal judge ruled that SNAP benefits must be fully funded by today, leaving more than 600,000 Coloradans waiting for food aid. Local food banks + state officials are working to meet rising demand as CDHS awaits further guidance. Denver7
- ➤ Denver International Airport reported 31 flight cancellations for Friday as the FAA ordered a 10% reduction in daily flights due to a federal shutdown that is affecting regional services—four flights to Colorado Springs, two to Grand Junction, and two to Durango were cancelled, and officials are exploring temporary solutions for staff support. TSA and air traffic controllers are facing staffing and pay challenges while travelers remain unsure about the full impact on their plans. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ Aurora is expanding its HEART court diversion program to help people avoid jail by joining a 12‑month engagement program that connects them with housing and support services. The program targets low-level offenses like public camping and uses special summonses from HART—changes that will be centered at the soon-to-open Navigation Campus on November 17. Sentinel Colorado
- ➤ Gov. Polis announced his plan today to lower car insurance costs by expanding safety camera use, issuing hail warnings & enforcing checks on uninsured drivers and repair shop practices. The strategy, which targets reducing auto theft and speeding, will roll out over the next year to help Colorado drivers pay less for auto insurance. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ The Aurora Regional Navigation Campus will open on November 17 after a $40 million project turned a former hotel and convention center into a campus with a day center, multiple shelter options, supportive services, and workforce housing — the facility is set to serve about 600 people and offers pet care options. City officials say the three tier system will help unhoused adults move toward independence while centralizing essential services. Denver7
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