🌱More Fed $$ For Denver + BNSF Updates Safety Policy + Vibrant Denver

Good morning, Denver! I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Hope you all have a great day. Today you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Colorado continues to produce strong job growth, at least in the short term.
• Sen. John Hickenlooper vows to fight for more money for the City of Denver to cover costs related to migrants.
• Vibrant Denver co-chairs announced as part of Mike Johnston's transition to Denver mayor.

Saturday's weather: An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 66 Low: 53.

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Here are the top stories today in Denver:

1. Globeville Railyard fatality prompts BNSF to implement policy changes. BNSF Railway is implementing a policy and procedure revision for worker safety after the death of a BNSF worker at its Globeville Yard in Denver. The changes aim to address safety concerns surrounding locomotive operations and switching of railroad freight cars. (9News)
2. U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper's take on Colorado's migrant crisis. Hickenlooper emphasizes the need for additional resources in both the city and state, stating that burdening Colorado's cities unfairly with federal responsibilities — he vows to work alongside the congressional delegation to secure increased funding to help pay for Denver's costs, which have mostly been for bus tickets out of the state. (FOX31)
3. Mayor-Elect Mike Johnston reveals list of co-chairs for 28 transition committees. Those selected are a who's who of mostly insiders as part of Johnston's transition process. Those selected are supposed to bring firsthand expertise and reflecting the city's diverse background and to develop recommendations on pertinent issues and departments. (Vibrant Denver)
4. Colorado's non-farm employment sees growth of 3,900 jobs in May. The latest report from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment reveals an addition of 2,800 private sector jobs and 1,100 government jobs in May. The state's unemployment rate remained steady at 2.8 percent for consecutive months, suggesting that the state's economy is relatively stable. (CPR)

Today in Denver:

• Fuzzy Friends sleepover/drop off: Edgewater Library. (9 a.m.)
• Master cocktail class: At Old Hickory Steakhouse. (3 p.m.)
• Things to do in Denver: This weekend, June 16-18 (Denverite)

From my notebook:

• Check out the new exhibitions at the Denver Botanic Gardens. (5280)
• Sign up for discounted tickets to "The Book of Mormon" on Broadway! DCPA has a discounted lottery ticket program for the Denver engagement at The Buell Theatre from June 21–July 2! A limited number of tickets will be available at $25 each. (DCPA)
• The 49th annual Cherry Blossom Festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 17 and 11 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 18. (COSun)

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