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Coloradans can anticipate more sweltering summer weather on Saturday as the temperatures are expected to hit 100 degrees or higher across metro Denver, the Front Range and Eastern Plains. National Weather Service forecasters issued a heat advisory for the Interstate 25 corridor from Larimer to Douglas counties and most of the Eastern Plains. Temperatures could reach a record-breaking 100 degrees in the metro and up to 103 on the plains, forecasters said. The advisory is for the hottest part of the day, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Here’s where to keep cool in metro Denver amid triple-digit heat The…

An activist and frequent protester at Aurora City Council meetings has filed a federal lawsuit against the city, claiming her First Amendment rights are being violated by a recent decision to end public comment at its twice-monthly business meetings. MiDian Shofner, who uses the last name Holmes in her suit, filed the complaint this week in U.S. District Court in Denver. It says the council ended public comment in a June 9 vote “to restrict one viewpoint: the viewpoint criticizing the (Aurora Police Department’s) killing of (Kilyn) Lewis and Aurora’s inadequate response to it.” “Such actions sought to keep those…

A large brush fire burning near Interstate 70 in Garfield County closed the highway in both directions Friday night, state and local officials said. Related Articles Wildfire burning near Western Slope coal mine between Meeker, Craig I-70 reopens near Eagle as firefighters make progress on Red Canyon fire Man pleads guilty to starting Bucktail fire in Montrose County by trying to cremate dog Grass fire burning along I-225 near RTD station under control, officials say Suspect arrested in Summit County wildfire that closed I-70 Eastbound and westbound I-70 are closed between exit 90 for Rifle and exit 75 for Parachute,…

Barry Morphew was charged this week for a second time in the death of his wife Suzanne, five years after she vanished from her home in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and more than three years after the original criminal case against him collapsed. A grand jury indicted the 57-year-old on one count of first-degree murder in the death of Suzanne Morphew, 49, the 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced Friday. Suzanne Morphew (Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office) Suzanne Morphew’s disappearance, her husband’s arrest and the protracted court saga that continued even after the original case was dismissed have continued to spark interest…

The first weekend of summer has been a scorcher, with temperatures flirting with triple digits in metro Denver for the first time this year. With the heat comes a burst of desire to head to a river, creek or lake to seek relief. But waterways across the state — flush with recently melted snowpack — are often still a bone-chilling 45 degrees or so. Fall in, jump in or get tossed in, and things can turn deadly serious in a flash, said Todd Miner, a retired senior instructor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School…

A wild marmot found an unusual travel spot last week when it was discovered nestled in the wheel well of a Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance field truck. The furry but adorable stowaway ended up taking a nearly three-hour ride with the Field Conservation team. The marmot was completely unharmed during its journey, according to a Thursday Facebook post by the zoo. A wild marmot was discovered nestled in the wheel well of a Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance field truck. The furry, but adorable, stowaway received a full health check and was safely returned. (Photo from Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance Facebook)…

A wildfire that sparked near a Western Slope coal mine closed a state highway for several hours between Meeker and Craig, officials said Friday. Related Articles Large brush fire closes I-70 between Rifle, Parachute I-70 reopens near Eagle as firefighters make progress on Red Canyon fire Man pleads guilty to starting Bucktail fire in Montrose County by trying to cremate dog Grass fire burning along I-225 near RTD station under control, officials say Suspect arrested in Summit County wildfire that closed I-70 Moffat County fire crews were alerted to a brush fire burning near the Colowyo Mine off of Colorado…

Dear Eric: My coworker has been wearing sleeveless summer tops and dresses recently. She looks so cute in all of her outfits. Although her daily wear slams, it is her hairy armpits that causes everyone in the workplace to cringe. The armpit hair is not straight. It is short and kinky which is a turn off to me. Her job description calls for her to assist clients on the computer. It is so apparent that many of them talk behind her back (as well as fellow coworkers). I am not close to her. So, bringing up the subject to her…

The United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7 announced Thursday night that it has rejected another offer from the parent company of Safeway and Albertsons, and plans to expand its now six-day strike to additional Colorado cities. Negotiations resumed this week from Tuesday to Thursday, but after exchanging numerous proposals, the union said the company remained unwilling to offer an agreement that meets the needs of workers. As a result, negotiations have ended for the week, and additional stores will go on strike in the coming days. The union did not specify where the additional walkouts will take place. The…

Westbound lanes of 6th Avenue are closed early Friday morning following a fatal crash involving a motorist and a pedestrian. Traffic is being diverted off westbound 6th Avenue onto North Sheridan Boulevard. Commuters are advised to take alternate routes as Denver Police officers investigate. Police first shared news of the incident on social media at about 3:33 a.m. Friday and said the driver stayed at the scene following the crash. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. This is a developing story and may be updated. Sign up to get crime news sent straight to your inbox each day.…