Wanya Reese

Denver

Weekend Morning Anchor and Reporter at KMGH-TV (Denver, CO)

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Articles

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver benefiting from Nuggets and Kroenke Sports Charities support

4 days ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — The Denver Nuggets and Kroenke Sports Charities collaborate to help out several organizations, one of which is the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, which has really benefited from the Nuggets' and Kroenke's support. At the Boys & Girls Club off of W. 16th Avenue in Denver, it's not uncommon to see kids playing basketball on the court inside of the building.
Demand for liver transplants among young people on the rise in Colorado due to alcohol consumption

1 week ago | koaa.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — The demand for liver transplants among younger people, particularly young women, is on the rise in Colorado and around the country due to an increase in alcohol consumption, according to a recent UCHealth report. Medical experts at the Teypeyac Community Health Center in Denver's Elyria-Swansea neighborhood said they are seeing the impact that skyrocketing alcohol use is having on the health of young people. "It's not just in this neighborhood, this state, or city.
Denver dance studio owner discusses 'The Wiz' coming to Buell Theatre

1 week ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — "The Wiz" musical is currently in town at the Denver Center of the Performing Arts, entertaining people of all ages. On opening night, a Denver dance studio owner was in the crowd and shared how she brought the show to the Mile High City years ago. Cleo Parker Robinson was among the many people in the audience on opening night of the "The Wiz" at the Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre. "It was fantastic! I don't think you can ever get enough of 'The Wiz,' ever," Robinson said.
Demand for liver transplants among young people on the rise in Colorado due to alcohol consumption

1 week ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — The demand for liver transplants among younger people, particularly young women, is on the rise in Colorado and around the country due to an increase in alcohol consumption, according to a recent UCHealth report. Medical experts at the Teypeyac Community Health Center in Denver's Elyria-Swansea neighborhood said they are seeing the impact that skyrocketing alcohol use is having on the health of young people. "It's not just in this neighborhood, this state, or city.
Denver area students prepare for FIRST LEGO League Competition in Texas

2 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — Some Denver area students are celebrating the chance to participate in the FIRST LEGO League Competition based on their robots designed through STEM learning. Denver7 spoke with the group of excited kids who are part of an after-school program called Wize Computing Academy about what they've worked on and how they are preparing. "Each team practices, and then there's a competition for the state," explained student Madhav Somani.
Denver police increasing patrols for Rockies Opening Weekend

2 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — As the Rockies Opening Weekend continues, the Denver Police Department is making sure that everyone coming downtown remains safe. Colorado Rockies fans can expect to see increased security and police across LoDo and near Coors Field. Just steps away from Coors Field is McGregor Square, a spot for people of all ages to enjoy baseball games before the first pitch is thrown or even during the game. "We have a 66-foot LED screen where you can come and watch the game with your friends.
Johnstown sees $1 million tax revenue jump year after Buc-ees opening

3 weeks ago | koaa.com | Wanya Reese

JOHNSTOWN, Colo. — With fresh brisket on the menu, jerky, multiple soda options, and gas, Buc-ees' first Colorado location has made an impact on the economy of Johnstown. On March 18, 2024, customers flooded into the first Buc-ees to experience all that the travel center had to offer. Fast-forward to more than a year later, and the store is still regularly packed with customers. "I find myself coming here at least twice, maybe even three times a month. The gas gets me up here.
Denver teen's cancer now in remission

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — Denver7 is following up with a Denver teen who not only hopes to beat cancer but also play basketball for East High School in Denver. In January, we first met 14-year-old Max Romero who is currently battling Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). His parents reached out to Denver7, saying that the cancer is in remission, and that Max is signed up to start at East High School in August as a student.
Johnstown sees $1 million tax revenue jump year after Buc-ees opening

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

JOHNSTOWN, Colo. — With fresh brisket on the menu, jerky, multiple soda options, and gas, Buc-ees' first Colorado location has made an impact on the economy of Johnstown. On March 18, 2024, customers flooded into the first Buc-ees to experience all that the travel center had to offer. Fast-forward to more than a year later, and the store is still regularly packed with customers. "I find myself coming here at least twice, maybe even three times a month. The gas gets me up here.
Denver FLY program focused on uplifting youth

3 weeks ago | denver7.com | Wanya Reese

DENVER — A Denver-based youth organization is focused on helping young people with their mental health and more. "I kind of was born and raised in the system, whether it be juvenile or even foster care," Theo Crews said. Crews said his life has not been a walk in the park. "I would say that my upbringing wasn't the best. I think that I was taken away from my biological parents due to substance use and just generational gang violence," Crews said.