The Rocky Mountain News was a daily newspaper based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1859, it was one of the oldest newspapers in the western United States. The publication covered local, national, and international news, and it played a significant role in the development of journalism in the region. In 2009, the Rocky Mountain News ceased operations due to financial difficulties and declining readership. Its closure marked the end of an era for a publication that had served the community for over 150 years, reflecting the challenges faced by traditional print media in the digital age.