What Is the Highest Peak in Boulder, Colorado? Ask ten people in Boulder what the highest peak is, and most will get it wrong. Some will say Longs Peak. Others will guess Bear Peak. The real answer is South Boulder Peak, which rises to 8,549 feet. It is widely recognized as the highest summit within […]

This Friday, May 8, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Boulder High School will celebrate its 150th anniversary with a special open house at its historic campus on Arapahoe Avenue. The evening will include guest speakers, guided tours, live music, historical slideshows, and light refreshments. The event is free, and RSVP information is available through the […]

It’s 1 a.m. during finals week. You’re deep into a paper or group project on The Hill, your brain is fried, and the only thing that sounds right is a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie. Preferably one that shows up at your door without you having to leave. Boulder understands the assignment. With nearly 38,000 […]

The celebration at University of Colorado Boulder may be over, but for the Class of 2026, the next chapter is just beginning. Following a record-setting commencement that saw more than 10,000 graduates earn degrees during the university’s 150th anniversary year, attention now turns to what comes next. While each graduate’s path is unique, several clear […]

Just when Boulder thought winter was finally over, Mother Nature delivered one last unforgettable surprise. A powerful late-season storm rolled across Colorado on May 5–6, blanketing Boulder and much of the Front Range in heavy, wet snow, shutting down the University of Colorado Boulder campus, and transforming spring flowers into scenes that looked more like […]

Step onto Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on a sunny afternoon. The air hums with laughter, clinking glasses, and the irresistible aroma of wood-fired pizza, fresh herbs, and Colorado lamb. Snow-capped peaks frame the scene, but your focus quickly shifts to the plate in front of you—ingredients sourced from farms just minutes away. This isn’t […]

A Flower That Feels Almost Alive Some images are beautiful. Others pull you in and don’t let go. Captured by award-winning Boulder photographer Lenny Frieling, today’s Photo of the Day showcases a breathtaking orchid bursting with color, symmetry, and something far more mysterious. At first glance, it’s the vibrant tones that grab you. Rich purples, […]

Graduation at the University of Colorado Boulder is more than a milestone—it’s a launchpad. With over 10,000 graduates entering the workforce this year, standing out matters more than ever. The good news? CU Boulder grads have a powerful advantage. From alumni networks to career tools, Buffs are backed by one of the strongest ecosystems in […]

A Sudden Cold Snap Is Heading for Boulder A sharp spring cold front is moving into Boulder, and it’s bringing more than just a chilly night. Temperatures are expected to plunge as low as 23°F Wednesday evening into Thursday morning—cold enough to cause serious damage across the region. This alert, issued by the National Weather […]

Cinco de Mayo lands on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, making it the perfect excuse for a midweek fiesta in Boulder. While often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo actually commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Today, it’s widely celebrated in the United States as […]