Rhea Jha

Reporter/ Multimedia Journalist at 9News (KUSA)

colorado springs, colorado, united states

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Currently, a senior double majoring in journalism and history with a double minor in business and global & international studies at Penn State University. I have experience in news writing, broadcast, video production, and audio production. Check out my online portfolio: https://rkjha5111.wixsite.com/mysite

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ICE shooting in Minnesota sparks protests across Colorado

DENVER — The fatal shooting of a woman by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis has set off protests and vigils across the country and around Colorado amid growing public anger over aggressive ICE operations. Friday night, a crowd carrying signs wi... See more

9news.com•Rhea Jha•Jan 9, 2026

Denver plans to end contracts with Lime, Bird

DENVER — Denver officials say they are moving toward a simpler, more tightly controlled scooter and bike system, with two of the city’s longest-serving operators saying the change was a surprise and could reshape one of the nation’s most active shared-mob... See more

9news.com•Rhea Jha•Jan 2, 2026

Longmont Ice Rink closed for repairs after skater damages equipment

LONGMONT, Colo. — The Longmont Ice Rink is temporarily closed after security footage showed a skater damaging the equipment during a private rink rental Saturday night. The city first announced the closure Sunday, calling it an "unfortunate incident of va... See more

9news.com•Rhea Jha•Dec 28, 2025

Children's Hospital Colorado mounts legal fight to block DOJ subpoena over gender-affirming care | 9news.com

AURORA, Colo. — Children’s Hospital Colorado is fighting a federal subpoena seeking medical and employment records related to gender-affirming care, according to recently unsealed court documents that reveal months of behind-the-scenes litigation over whe... See more

9news.com•Rhea Jha•Dec 27, 2025

Colorado BMX rider finds courage on Christmas

DENVER — For 35 years, Brian Gavagan’s life was defined by BMX — stadium shows, televised competitions, and tours overseas. But this Christmas Eve, the Colorado rider found himself facing a quieter test: setting up a booth in Denver and showing strangers ... See more

9news.com•Rhea Jha•Dec 25, 2025

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ICE shooting in Minnesota sparks protests across Colorado

Denver plans to end contracts with Lime, Bird

Longmont Ice Rink closed for repairs after skater damages equipment

Children's Hospital Colorado mounts legal fight to block DOJ subpoena over gender-affirming care | 9news.com

Colorado BMX rider finds courage on Christmas

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ICE shooting in Minnesota sparks protests across Colorado

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Children's Hospital Colorado mounts legal fight to block DOJ subpoena over gender-affirming care | 9news.com

Colorado BMX rider finds courage on Christmas

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