Colorado Evening Briefing: Monday, September 7

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Good evening. It’s Labor Day, and Denver is seeing a warm 90-degree holiday before scattered evening storms roll in. From a major investment in Sloan’s Lake to a critical shortage of election workers in Adams County, here’s what you need to know tonight.

Denver announces $50 million investment to restore Sloan’s Lake water quality

Denver is investing $50M to restore Sloan’s Lake, targeting algae, sediment, and water quality. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s office announced a $50 million…

Adams County is short 200 election workers; help wanted by week’s end

The county clerk said former election workers are staying home over fear.

NTSB releases report on Mesa County crash that killed 5 teenagers

The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary report on a single-vehicle crash that killed five 17-year-old occupants in Mesa County.

E-bike rider killed in collision with semi-truck in Greeley

The crash happened around 4:45 p.m. at the intersection of 11th Avenue and 10th Street.

Colorado photographer’s 9/11 images reprinted for new exhibit at CU Denver

Colorado photographer Michael Rieger’s 9/11 FEMA images, reprinted via photogravure, are on display at CU Denver’s Experience Gallery

Arapahoe County launches survey for new microtransit pilot program to fill transit gaps

Arapahoe County wants to hear from YOU. A new microtransit pilot could bring e-scooters and on-demand rides to your neighborhood — but they need your input…

The Evening Briefing publishes daily around 6 p.m. Mountain time.

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