Restaurant Chain Closes + Good News Roundup + Pets For Adoption

Up and at 'em, Denver! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's what's happening today in town.

First, today's weather:

Just like yesterday, you can expect pockets of clouds and sun, with a high of 66 and a low of 40.

Here are the top stories today in Denver:

1. We'll start off with a good news roundup! Good news happens in Denver's metro area every day, but it can often be overshadowed by the latest pandemic, crime, natural disaster and political news. Here are some recent good news stories from across Denver's metro area. (Patch)
2. The Teriyaki Madness restaurant chain is closing its location near Union Station. The chain's CEO cites homelessness and a lack of office traffic for the downtown closure. (The Denver Channel)
3. Looking to add to your family and give back to the world at the same time? Adopt a pet from a local shelter! Many facilities are still working to fulfill adoptions and place pets in their forever home. (Denver Patch)
4. One ballot question that will face voters in Denver's Nov. 2 election is about the city’s independent police watchdog. Question 2G asks for approval of several changes to how the monitor works. (The Denver Post)
5. Sunday marks World Mental Heath Day. Gov. Jared Polis established in 2019 the Behavioral Health Task Force, which aims to streamline Colorado’s behavioral health system and cut through bureaucracy. The task force led to the creation of the Behavioral Health blueprint and recommendations to the legislature, and this year, Polis signed several laws that aim to improve Coloradans’ mental health. (WHO)

Today in metro Denver:

• Free Mini Photo Sessions in Denver (9 a.m.)
• Oktoberfest Fall Market in the Dairy Block Alley (Noon)
• Sunday Swing Supper Club. (4 p.m.)
• Comedy Works Downtown presents Doug Benson. (7 p.m.)

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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. 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 email me at amber.fisher@patch.com.