The Boulder County Coroner's Office identified Chadwick Potter, 36, as the individual found dead at Barker Meadow Reservoir, with investigations ongoing.

A boating accident at Prewitt Reservoir, involving two men, resulted in one death and a rescue by a nearby vessel. CPW and local agencies conducted the search and recovery effort.

Zasquin Benally-Bartell was summoned for felony arson in connection with a June 14 fire near Boulder, facing two 4th Degree Arson counts. No injuries or structural damage occurred.

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office welcomed K9 Mako, a narcotic-detecting and patrol-experienced German Shepherd, to their K9 Unit, highlighting his successful history and skills.

Sheriff Roybal of El Paso County releases an ICE custody transfer list for transparency, showing relations with federal agencies and compliance with Colorado law.

Safeway's Colorado strike has tentatively ended with a new labor deal offering enhanced wages and fully funded healthcare, to be ratified by UFCW Local 7 members.

Governor Jared Polis appointed Frances Silva Blayney and Dr. John Emerick to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission, aiming for bipartisan representation and diverse expertise in conservation and outdoor recreation.

Robert Werking, lawyer for James Craig accused of murdering his wife, has withdrawn after being arrested for arson, causing further disruption to Craig's defense ahead of the July trial.

Denver city offices close for July 4, but emergency services remain active; residents can use online services, enjoy free parking, and visit open recreational sites.

Pueblo law enforcement targeted illegal fireworks sales before Independence Day, emphasizing safety due to the dangers posed by unauthorized pyrotechnics.

Boulder County allocates nearly $500,000 in grants for local search and rescue operations, funded by the Emergency Services Sales & Use Tax approved in 2020.

The Trump administration froze $71 million in education grants for Colorado, affecting afterschool programs and teacher development, with Governor Polis criticizing the decision.

Colorado state parks report around eight million visitors in 2025, with significant revenue from visits and the successful Keep Colorado Wild Pass, encouraging outdoor activities and economic growth.