🌱 More Students Shot In Aurora: 'No Concern For Life Whatsoever'

Hello, neighbors! It's me again, Amber Fisher, your host of the Denver Daily. I have the latest update for you about the shooting outside Hinkley High School in Aurora, and the police chief's call to action. I also have news about the Christkindlmarket, soaring gas prices and locally-made foodie gifts.

First, today's weather:

You can expect a cooler Saturday and even, possibly, an afternoon shower. High: 53 Low: 29.

Here are the top stories in Denver today:

1. Nine teens shot in five days: Aurora police are investigating another shooting near a school this week, and the city's police chief said that the community "should be very angry" at the violence. She's calling on parents to do everything they can to help detectives solve the cases, and find out where teens are getting the guns. (Patch)
2. Denver's popular Christkindlmarket is back! The market opened yesterday at Civic Center Park, and today an opening ceremony is scheduled at 4 p.m. at the amphitheater. The German holiday market is selling artisan gifts and treats. (CBS Denver)
3. Gas prices are at a seven-year high heading into the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, according to the latest AAA report. The data shows the average price for a gallon of gas in Denver was $3.46 on Friday. (Denver Patch)
4. Do you have a foodie in your family? Westword has rounded up a list of 15 locally made gifts for your culinary kin, from special-edition whiskey to a custom spice kit, to Riskin's bitters. (Westword)
5. The Polis administration has partnered with the Colorado Rockies to host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Coors Field today. Those who get vaccinated can get a photo taken with Rockies mascot Dinger, and receive swag. (Denver Patch)

Today in metro Denver:

• Race Through Colorado - Virtual (9 a.m.)
• Thornton Concealed Carry Classes (10 a.m.)
• Journey To The Heart & Stone Beat Invasion in Golden (7 p.m.)
• Mohanad Elshieky at Denver Comedy Underground (8 p.m.)
• Homeboy Sandman Performing Live in Denver (8 p.m.)
• Justus & The Limits: Saturday Night Live Music (8 p.m.)

Denver Patch Notebook

• Denver Center for the Performing Arts: Did you know that Camp Christmas has three different drink stations throughout the experience? Peak Beverage is hosting a contest on Instagram for the best photo of your Camp Christmas drinks. (Facebook)
• Denver Museum of Nature & Science: "GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World” is now open! (Facebook)
• VISIT DENVER: From Christmas classics to the contemporary, it wouldn’t be the holidays without theater, dance and music. Whether it’s a family outing, or you’re making a night of it, catch holiday favorites like A Christmas Carol, the Nutcracker, Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum, Camp Christmas, and more. (Facebook)
• Denver Police Department: DPD said it's on a mission to continue increasing diversity in its ranks to better reflect our community. The department is recruiting those who are interested in helping to shape the future of policing. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! I'll see you soon. If you're feeling these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— 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. I've covered high-profile court cases, civil rights abuses, mass shootings, natural disasters and major crimes — but also countless happy news stories about kindness, innovation and resilience. 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.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Denver Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at amber.fisher@patch.com.