Trans Youth Court Fight: A Denver judge closed the courtroom to the public as Children’s Hospital Colorado faced a contempt hearing over whether it’s refusing gender-affirming prescriptions for trans kids, with doctors citing fear of federal punishment. Immigration & Voting Rights: A lawsuit says ICE at polling places would “intimidate voters,” while Denver and Latino groups push courts to block armed federal agents from election sites. Public Health: A new CDC report finds most sudden unexpected infant deaths involved unsafe sleep factors, often adult beds or soft surfaces—another reminder to use a firm, flat, back-sleep setup. Water & Culture of Place: The U.S. and Mexico signed a Colorado River pact cutting deliveries to Mexicali Valley farmers, shifting the burden to agriculture as Lake Mead stays critically low. Wildfire Future: Research warns faster, more destructive fires could push North American forests toward non-forest ecosystems. Colorado Schools & Leadership: Cherry Creek’s CFO resigned amid ongoing turnover and past controversies. Local Sports & Community: Colorado Mountain College’s Runs for ALS fundraiser in Leadville invites walkers, runners, and cyclists. Music: Denver vocalist Halle Tomlinson released “Gold,” a new single from her debut album.