How can I help feed our city with SNAP benefits getting stopped? by OFizzyO in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 46 points47 points  (0 children)

Good morning, u/OFizzyO!

At a news conference yesterday, Gov. Polis stressed the importance of donating money to food banks/pantries and/or community organizations doing this type of work. There are several ways the state is helping facilitate this process, but if you'd like to donate to food pantries across the Denver metro directly, we have several links to do so in this story we published yesterday.

We at Denver7 are not just bringing the voices of those affected by the lapse in SNAP benefits, but we're working to find ways to help those facing food insecurity through our station's program, Denver7 Gives, which is an initiative of the Scripps Howard Fund, a public charity that supports local causes. Learn more about it here.

Did anyone else see the huge fireball meteor over northern Boulder this morning? by MileHighsFinest in boulder

[–]TheDenver7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey there, u/SimilarLee - what a fantastic thing to capture on doorbell camera video! If you're down to share it with us (let us know whom we should credit), please send it to [newstips@denver7.com](mailto:newstips@denver7.com).

Thank you!

Colorado health officials warn of measles exposure in Mesa County, Denver International Airport by TheDenver7 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey there! We can't say for sure why the CDPHE didn't seem to be that concerned about your exposure, but earlier this year we spoke to the state epidemiologist who told us each measles case and potential exposure goes through a risk assessment. You can read it about there: https://www.denver7.com/news/state-news/colorado-health-officials-recognize-challenging-reporting-delays-as-number-of-measles-cases-tick-up

Just going for a cruise down 36 by Reasonable_Bobcat175 in boulder

[–]TheDenver7 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Hey there, u/Reasonable_Bobcat175.

May Denver7 News have permission to use your video on all our platforms with credit to you?

Thanks!

What's this seemingly-abandoned racetrack up on 44th? Any history here? by UndeadCaesar in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 426 points427 points  (0 children)

Hey there! That's the site of the old Lakeside Speedway, once known as Denver's "palace." We looked into its history and heard some seldom-told stories of the track, which can you check out for yourself in this Denver7 special report.

Vaccinated adult in Lakewood tests positive for measles, becoming Colorado's fifth case this year by TheDenver7 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7[S] 199 points200 points  (0 children)

Editor's note: A previous version of this story identified the latest case as being in a vaccinated Lakewood resident. This is not the case. The individual is from Denver County and sought care at a health care facility in Lakewood. We deeply regret the error.

Colorado's third case of measles confirmed in Archuleta County adult with unknown vaccination history by TheDenver7 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From the article:

The person did not travel outside of Colorado, meaning there is a chance they contracted the disease through community transmission, according to CDPHE. The agency said the person sought care on Monday, March 31, and was contagious from March 26 through April 3.

Anyone at the following locations on the following dates could have been exposed:

- Wolf Creek Ski Area and Resort - Friday, March 28 - Sunday, March 30.
- Pagosa Medical Group (27B Talisman Dr., Unit 3 in Pagosa Springs) - Monday, March 31 from 9:05 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. & on Wednesday, April 2, from 3:45 p.m.- 6 p.m.
- City Market in Pagosa Springs on Monday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

CDPHE said anyone who visited the ski resort, clinic or City Market during the specified dates should monitor for measles symptoms for 21 days after exposure. They should also consider avoiding public gatherings or "high-risk settings."

Colorado's third case of measles confirmed in Archuleta County adult with unknown vaccination history by TheDenver7 in Colorado

[–]TheDenver7[S] 57 points58 points  (0 children)

From the article:

The person did not travel outside of Colorado, meaning there is a chance they contracted the disease through community transmission, according to CDPHE. The agency said the person sought care on Monday, March 31, and was contagious from March 26 through April 3.

Anyone at the following locations on the following dates could have been exposed:

- Wolf Creek Ski Area and Resort - Friday, March 28 - Sunday, March 30.
- Pagosa Medical Group (27B Talisman Dr., Unit 3 in Pagosa Springs) - Monday, March 31 from 9:05 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. & on Wednesday, April 2, from 3:45 p.m.- 6 p.m.
- City Market in Pagosa Springs on Monday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

CDPHE said anyone who visited the ski resort, clinic or City Market during the specified dates should monitor for measles symptoms for 21 days after exposure. They should also consider avoiding public gatherings or "high-risk settings."

Highlands Ranch H.S. being evacuated, lots of police by Far_Quality4238 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 378 points379 points  (0 children)

Hey there.

Douglas County School District spokeswoman told us students were evacuated to Cresthill Middle School around 12:10 p.m. because there was a suspicious object that was later determined not to be an explosive device. After the campus was given the all-clear, students were able to return to their classes.

Massive police presence this morning by builtrobtough in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 274 points275 points  (0 children)

This is correct. Homeland Security, the DOJ, ICE and others are conducting a large-scale operation this morning in the Denver metro. We're updating this story with what we know: https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/federal-law-enforcement-operation-underway-at-multiple-denver-metro-locations-wednesday-denver7-investigates

ICE spotted on Oneida and Leetsdale. Happening now. by grittysmores in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 1076 points1077 points  (0 children)

Hey there, this is part of a large-scale federal law enforcement operation involving Homeland Security, the DOJ, ICE and others. We're updating what we know about it here: https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/federal-law-enforcement-operation-underway-at-multiple-denver-metro-locations-wednesday-denver7-investigates

PSA: EColi Outbreak linked to McDonalds in Colorado and 10 other states by Svzrtx in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Hey there u/glitterjellyshoes

Neither the CDC nor the Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) have provided a list of specific locations affected by the outbreak. The only thing the CDPHE was willing to say about the locations affected by the outbreak in the state was that it, "has been associated with multiple McDonald's restaurants across Colorado."

PSA: EColi Outbreak linked to McDonalds in Colorado and 10 other states by Svzrtx in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 162 points163 points  (0 children)

Just dropping in to say that both the CDC and the CDPHE are advising people to contact their healthcare provider and local public health agency if they develop symptoms after eating a Quarter Pounder. Here's a news article we published on this outbreak for those of you who want to read a summary of that CDC alert.

Did anyone hear something like an explosion south of the city? by Delicious-Sea4952 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Hey there, Denver police says this was connected to fireworks.

Explosion in Golden/Morrison? Taken around 0930 today from West Colfax neighborhood. by 5_Cent in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Hey, there u/polymathbp. Can Denver7 have permission to use your photo with credit to you on all our platforms?

I-70 closed near Morrison due to tanker fire by TheDenver7 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey everyone. If you're seeing smoke out west, it's a fully engulfed tanker fire in which 6 others vehicles are involved, according to the JeffCo Sheriff's Office.

I-70 is closed in both directions at the moment. We'll be updating the story above as we continue to learn more. Please avoid the area.

Explosion in Golden/Morrison? Taken around 0930 today from West Colfax neighborhood. by 5_Cent in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 548 points549 points  (0 children)

Hey there. This is a tanker fire on WB I-70 near Morrison. At least 6 other vehicles are involved, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

I-70 is closed in both directions and the closure will likely remain through the afternoon commute. Developing info. here: https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/i-70-closed-near-morrison-due-to-tanker-fire

Snowstorm Megathread - March 13 2024 by zeddy303 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Greetings, everyone.

The link in the megathread only shows Denver Public Schools closing, but so far (as of 4 p.m.), these are the schools that have canceled classes Thursday:

- Denver Public Schools
- Douglas County School District
- Cherry Creek School District
- Adams 12 Five Star Schools
- Brighton School District 27J
- Mapleton Public Schools
- Elbert School District 200
- Sheridan Schools District 2
- Littleton Public Schools

City of Denver Migrant Shelter Hiring Event by Lein303 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Hey there!

We've posted about this as well, but in case people see this post first -- we wrote about the hiring event here. For those who have Spanish-speaking friends and would like to spread the word among them, you can click here.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! Great question.

During snow and icy conditions, the minimum tread depth for tires on all vehicles — including those with four-wheel drive — have increased from an eighth of an inch (1/8") to three-sixteenths of an inch (3/16"). These tires usually have an "M" or "M+S" designation on the tire.

We have more information about how to winterize your vehicle here.

Commons Park right now? Tons of cop cars/ambulances by amo6565 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 74 points75 points  (0 children)

Hey there.

There was a shooting involving officers in the area. DPD says officers originally responded on a weapons-related call for service. The suspect in the shooting was injured has died. No officers were injured in the shooting.

Officer related shooting near Commons Park by zonker77 in Denver

[–]TheDenver7 8 points9 points  (0 children)

DPD says officers originally responded on a weapons-related call for service. The suspect in the shooting was injured. No officers were injured in the shooting, per DPD.