Denver DA John Walsh found a technician's April shooting justified after a Villa Park standoff in which the 'rifle' proved to be a BB gun.

Thornton Fire Department will carry whole blood in the field, allowing prehospital transfusions for critically injured patients in partnership with Mountain Ridge.

A proposed tiered ticket tax would add 5%–15% to big-event tickets and could raise about $30 million to fund street‑safety and transportation projects. Sponsors and teams are already sparring over the plan.

A Denver locksmith was charged in Jefferson County after detectives tied multiple overcharges on senior customers to his invoices.

Adams County DA Brian Mason declined to file criminal charges in the May 12, 2025 Parking Spot shooting that killed Rashaud Johnson. The family's wrongful‑death suit continues.

An 18‑year‑old was arrested June 24 in the April Russell Square Park shooting that killed two people; police and prosecutors continue to investigate.

Clear morning; a 30% chance of afternoon storms. Weekend heat spikes into the mid‑ to upper‑90s with Red Flag concerns in the high country.

Factory-built modules were set into place at Blue Room House One, advancing 54 affordable units for households at 30–80% AMI.

An internal poll paid for by a Weiser-backed super PAC puts Phil Weiser ahead of Michael Bennet 45%-36% with 19% undecided. With ballots due June 30, late returns could decide the primary.

The Avalanche traded Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets for three draft picks as Joe Sakic continues to reshape the roster.

Boulder police arrested a 35-year-old man after two people were attacked with a knife on Pearl Street Mall; officers say the quick response prevented further harm. Investigators are asking the public for tips.

Andrew Patrick Dominguez, 37, was indicted on federal counts alleging production and distribution of child sexual abuse material; he is jailed in Colorado on related state charges.

A New Mexico-backed group opened a $50M AC Hotel in Denver's RiNo, adding 128 rooms and more lodging options along Brighton Boulevard.