The Lee Fire prompted evacuation of Rifle Correctional Center's 179 inmates. The fire, sixth-largest in Colorado history, has burned 88,755 acres. No injuries reported during the transfer.

Douglas County implemented Stage 1 Fire Restrictions due to high wildfire risks, limiting activities like open burning and fireworks, but allowing use of gas stoves and small campfires in designated areas.

A Longmont man was arrested for distributing child sexual abuse material involving a child under 12 after an FBI and ICAC investigation led to his residence and subsequent linking of evidence to the crime.

An Arizona man was sentenced to a year in prison for conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act, highlighting illegal hunting practices. He and his accomplice were convicted of running an unlicensed guiding service.

Sheriff Darren Weekly has initiated Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in Douglas County to prevent wildfires, banning open burning and fireworks in unincorporated areas, with fines for violations.

Crime rates in Douglas County, Colorado, have decreased with most arrests involving non-residents. Officials are addressing this issue through partnership and technology.

Wildfires in Western Colorado have burned 61,000 acres, with Gov. Polis mobilizing the National Guard for assistance and Red Flag Warnings issued due to ongoing critical conditions.

Governor Polis mobilizes the Colorado National Guard to assist with wildfires in northwest Colorado. FEMA approves funds to aid firefighting efforts as the Lee and Elk fires near Meeker lead to evacuations and pre-evacuation status for the area.

A Denver BNSF rail worker suffered severe leg injuries in a train derailment, prompting an NTSB investigation and raising concerns about BNSF's safety record in Colorado.

Suspect Michel Jordan Castellano-Fonseca was arrested by Aurora Police for a deadly shooting at an apartment, with one woman killed and another injured.

Denver Police seek public help to find Zaemire Zaki Savage for attempted murder and other charges, offering to remove his mug shot post upon his surrender.

The Aurora Police arrested suspect Daveon Javon-James Jackson within 20 hours of a fatal hit-and-run involving a 16-year-old boy, using surveillance tech and community tips.

A Pueblo man, Dominick Jesus Salazar, received a 15-year sentence for drug and firearm charges after his arrest with meth, fentanyl, and a loaded pistol.