The Denver Gazette

01/17/2026

German baron and Denver Broncos fan, Lutz Freiherr Von Entress-Fursteneck, traveled from Berlin to Denver to attend the Broncos vs. Buffalo Bills playoff game. A devoted fan for 35 years, he's excited to watch his favorite player, Denver kicker Wil Lutz, play live.

There will be royalty at Saturday’s game. Lutz Freiherr Von Entress-Fursteneck, a German baron who lives in Berlin, flew to Denver on Friday and will attend the divisional playoff game between the…

01/17/2026

Denver City Council will convene on Tuesday with a light agenda, including contract amendments and new agreements for housing and airport services. Most city offices will remain closed on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with limited exceptions for essential services.

The Denver City Council will meet on Tuesday as most city offices will be closed on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Council members will have a relatively light agenda with no…

01/17/2026

City of Golden officials have demanded Xcel Energy to invest in more resilient infrastructure following recent power shutoffs that caused significant disruption and financial impact. The city argues that the current infrastructure and communication approach results in a loss of customer confidence.

The City of Golden demanded action from Xcel Energy, saying the latter’s power shutoffs caused grief throughout the community, including “financial shocks” and a “disproportionate” impact on one of…

01/17/2026

“They’re not owners just in name. They have a hand in everything that happens here.”

Broncos' Walton-Penner Family Ownership Group's commitment to winning sets stage for on-field success (via The Denver Gazette) » https://buff.ly/iCcvjkY

01/17/2026

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has appealed the Trump administration's decision to deny federal disaster declarations for two wildfires and flooding last year. The fires and floods caused an estimated $40 million in damages. The Federal Emergency Management Agency deemed the damage insufficient for a disaster declaration.

Colorado has formally appealed the Trump administration’s decision to deny requests for federal disaster declarations tied to two wildfires and flooding last year. Gov. Jared Polis said the state…

01/17/2026

Welcome to the Wild West Show on Stock Show Saturday.

Although the visiting adversaries were named in his honor, William Frederick Cody would be cheering for the home team.

“Life is like riding a buffalo. It can be unpredictable and thrilling.” – Buffalo Bill Welcome to the Wild West Show on Stock Show Saturday. Although the visiting adversaries were named in his honor,…

01/17/2026

Denver Broncos' playoff game against Buffalo Bills is expected to generate a significant economic impact for Denver, potentially reaching $60.4 million. The game could support 380 jobs across various industries, including lodging, food services, and transportation. The effects will be felt across the local economy.

This weekend, there will be plenty of bills coming out of the wallets of both Denver Broncos and Buffalo Bills fans for the divisional round playoff game. The first playoff game played at Empower…

01/17/2026

Stephanie Laing, a long-time captain with the Denver Sheriff's Department, has been appointed as the first director of the city's Division of Community Empowerment. The new division, aimed at increasing neighborhood involvement in local government, was created almost a year ago.

Almost a year after its creation, the city’s Division of Community Empowerment has named its first director, Stephanie Laing, a longtime captain with the Denver Sheriff’s Department, according to a…

01/17/2026

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan have placed a friendly bet on the upcoming Broncos vs. Bills playoff game. The losing mayor will wear the winning team's jersey and post it on social media. The stakes include food, beer, and city pride.

As if the stakes could get any higher for the Broncos on Saturday. Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan are placing a friendly bet ahead of Saturday’s AFC divisional-round playoff…

01/17/2026

The Denver Gazette sports staff predicts Saturday’s AFC divisional round playoff game between the Broncos (14-3) and the Buffalo Bills (12-5) at Empower Field at Mile High: Paul Klee’s pick: Broncos…

01/17/2026

Scouting report for Broncos vs Bills playoff game: Broncos aim to establish run, while Bills seek to exploit depleted receiver roster. Broncos' defense strong, Bills' quarterback Josh Allen a key player. Coaching and intangibles favor Broncos.

The Denver Gazette’s Chris Tomasson gives his scouting report for Saturday’s divisional playoff game between the Broncos (14-3) and Bills (13-5) at Empower Field at Mile High. Offense Hall of Fame…

01/17/2026

When 2023 arrived, the Broncos were a mess.

They had just gotten over the disastrous coaching run of Nathaniel Hackett, who didn’t last a full season. Russell Wilson, not long after being signed to a five-year, $245 million contract extension, didn’t look to be the answer at quarterback.

Then Sean Payton arrived. Here’s how the Broncos turned it around.