Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix takes a tackle during yesterday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. Photo: Rio Giancarlo/Getty Images
π The Denver Broncos kicked off the season yesterday with a 20-26 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Rookie quarterback Bo Nix had a choppy performance, but managed to score his first career touchdown. (Denver Postπ)
In other local football action, the Colorado Buffaloes lost 10-28 to Nebraska, with multiple players sustaining injuries. Meanwhile, Colorado State secured a 38-17 victory over Northern Colorado.
π¨ A gunman driving on U.S. 36 shot at a parked Colorado State Patrol trooper on Saturday before being killed by the wounded officer. (CPR)
π Denver Nuggets star point guard Jamal Murray agreed to a four-year, $208 million maximum contract extension. (ESPN)
π Denver police have created "destination zones" for food trucks in Lower Downtown after banning them on weekends from the busiest blocks to curb crime. (Denver Post π)
π» The Broadway Halloween Parade is back on after donations covered unexpected costs that nearly led to its cancellation. (Westword)