Donated Vehicle Torched + Alarming Climate Data + TikTok Chaos

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 91 Low: 58. Those who are sensitive to pollution should limit their outdoor activity today, public health officials said.

Here are the top stories in Denver today:

1. Someone torched a vehicle that was donated to a Denver organization that helps people with autism, and CBS posted surveillance images. (CBS Denver)
2. Four more Denver recreation centers are set to open Tuesday. (CBS Denver)
3. The City and County of Denver requires new security rules for pot shops in an effort to prevent crimes. (The Denver Channel)
4. New climate data shows an alarming September temperature trend in our city. (CBS Denver)
5. A Denver Japanese restaurant has been overwhelmed by a viral TikTok response. (The Denver Channel)

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Today in Denver:

• Coffee with the SBA - Colorado Black Chamber of Commerce (8:30 a.m. AM)
• CWCC Business Development Strategy Group (2 p.m.)
• Book Group: A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell (2 p.m.)
• Terrific Tuesdays - Columbine Library (4:15 p.m.)
• College view farmers market (4:30 p.m.)

Denver Patch Notebook

• Denver Botanic Gardens: "The Gardens' York St. and Chatfield Farms locations are open today! Stop by to enjoy the late summer flowers. Tickets must be purchased in advance." (Facebook)
• Denver Museum of Nature & Science: "Like #Stonehenge, many monuments and buildings change over time. The Museum building is always changing, inside and out, with new exhibits and experiences arriving every year. Check out the building in 1908 verses now." (Facebook)
• Visit Denver: "Outdoor concert season isn’t over yet! Get tickets for a late-summer evening under the stars." (Facebook)
• Denver Preschool Program: "From a young age, establishing routines can help children develop a sense of security and feel comfortable in their environment. Starting preschool is a monumental time in a child’s life and easing into a new daily routine of learning ..." (Facebook)
• Denver Broncos Community Development: "Gourmet tailgate featuring Denver's top chefs & restaurants Support Food Bank of the Rockies & tackle hunger in our community Denver Broncos alumni, Denver Broncos Cheerleaders live music and more!" (Facebook)

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— Amber Fisher

About me: I'm a Patch editor covering news in Denver's metro area and Boulder. I've spent the past nine years working for various news outlets across North America, including Chicago Patch, Global News and WBEZ. As a Global TV reporter, I covered everything from tornadoes and wildfires to high-profile court cases and civil rights abuses. When I'm not writing articles, I can be found hiking, snowboarding, debating politics with my husband and attempting to be a sci-fi and astronomy geek.