🌱 Xcel Shutting Down Last Coal Plant + Sacred Site Access Granted

Denver CO

27 April, 2022

7:38 AM

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Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything going on today in town. Wednesday's weather: A stray afternoon t-shower. High: 78 Low: 46. Shoutout to our premier local sponsor: Have you been injured in Colorado in a car or bicycle accident, a slip and fall or by a dog or animal attack? Bowman Law will help you navigate the complexities of your injury claim so you can focus on your recovery. Unlike the billboard or TV lawyers, Bowman Law limits its caseload so its attorneys can work closely with clients in pursuit of maximum compensation. For a consultation or to learn more visit Bowman Law today. Want to see your business featured in this spot? Click here to get started. Here are the top five stories in Denver today: Xcel to close Comanche 3 coal plant in Pueblo. Colorado's last coal-fired electricity source may close as early as 2031. Xcel Energy's plant in Pueblo is the largest source of greenhouse gas in the state and has been plagued by operational problems since opening in 2010. (CO Sun)Home flooded with sewage. A Denver family's home was repeatedly flooded by a City of Denver sewer line problem. They've been forced to pay for the clean up, and still don't know how long the process will take for reimbursement. (CBS4) 'Built-for-rent' is a new model in today's housing market. We hear a lot about the housing crisis in Colorado, and so far, the only rentals that have been built are apartments. Now two companies are developing built-for-rent suburban-style homes. (FOX31) Agreement gives Indigenous group indefinite access to sacred site. Denver City Council unanimously approves Indigenous group's exclusive right to use the Tall Bull Memorial Grounds at Daniels Park. (CO Politics) Don't ditch the face masks yet. Colorado has had a slight increase in the seven-day moving average positivity rate, and 28 deaths in the past week. (9News) Today in Denver: Realtor Seminar: Understanding and Selling Historic Homes. (6 a.m.) Fresh Check Day: Health Center at Auraria. (11 a.m.) SPARK! With Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art. (2 p.m.) Women's Advancement Group: Colorado Women's Chamber. (4 p.m.) From my notebook: Stay protected. Answer a few quick questions to find out how many booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine you or your child will need for the highest level of protection. (Colorado) Free child care available. The Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) provides income-eligible families access to reduced cost childcare at licensed childcare facilities or qualified non-licensed facilities. (CCCAP) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Key Legal Considerations During and After Divorce – Vesta Denver, CO Hub (April 29) Bark at the Park! (April 30) 19th Annual Where Action Matters Charitable Event (May 4) Hire A Pro To Tackle Mom's To-Do List (May 8) Add your event Loving the Denver Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll be back in your inbox Thursday morning with brand new edition of the Denver Daily! — Brad K. Evans