A Denver Gazette investigation finds Colorado arrests roughly one in 10 reported rapes; survivors say cases were often dismissed even when evidence existed.

A Denver jury convicted former state Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis on four felonies for faking support letters during an ethics probe; she is scheduled for sentencing Feb. 27, 2026.

Two crashes and snowy conditions briefly closed westbound I‑70 near Georgetown; no injuries were reported and crews used tunnel holds while clearing scenes.

A Grand Junction man wanted in a Dec. 31 kidnapping and assault was arrested in Kansas; local authorities are arranging his extradition to Mesa County.

Mayor Mike Johnston ordered Denver police to detain ICE officers who use excessive force and promised local investigations and possible prosecutions.

Denver police responded to a shots-fired call outside Assembly Student Living; no injuries were reported and detectives are seeking tips. Metro Denver Crime Stoppers is asking for witness information.

Denver City Council approved a rezoning to allow a 63‑unit income‑restricted building next to the Tramway Nonprofit Center. Neighbors objected but a petition fell short.

A hiker found human remains northeast of Castle Rock; Douglas County investigators and volunteer SAR teams responded to the site near Crowfoot Valley Road. The investigation is ongoing.

State health officials say a vaccinated traveler with measles was at DIA and St. Mary’s in Littleton on Feb. 21–22; free MMR clinics are set for Feb. 25.

About 6,000 dead cottonwoods and willows were removed from Chatfield over two winters after the reservoir rise, officials say. The work was done for safety and dam protection.

Elitch Gardens and Water World are recruiting roughly 2,500 seasonal workers for summer 2026, offering training, bonuses and roughly $19/hour starting pay at some roles.

The family of Rajon Belt‑Stubblefield filed two notices of claim and plans to seek at least $20 million after body‑worn camera footage of his fatal Aurora police shooting. Attorneys say the filings are a pre‑suit step toward accountability.

A Durango‑area man was convicted after prosecutors say he sent more than 80 graphic emails threatening to kill a law‑enforcement officer while awaiting sentencing in a related case.