An Adams County jury convicted Thornton youth pastor Josh Lucero of child sexual assault; sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 11, 2026.

Family-run Fire Pio Pio is expanding beyond Pueblo with a new Colorado Springs spot at Voyager Parkway, promising fresh chicken and bold sauces.

Weld County renewed its appeal Thursday for tips in the 2003 death of Ault mother Margarette Brown. Investigators say the case remains unsolved.

Bow Mar approved plans to gate several public streets and give residents RFID tags; Denver and Littleton have demanded the town stop the project and warned of action.

Deputies in Clear Creek County found and extinguished an illegal slash burn during Stage 1 fire restrictions and issued a summons. Officials warn low snowpack and dry fuels raise wildfire risk.

A Colorado retailer matched the state e‑bike tax credit to sell ‘free’ bikes — now many buyers say deliveries and refunds are months overdue. Complaints to regulators are mounting.

A weeklong pilot that closed Wynkoop Street outside Union Station drew more pedestrians and produced manageable traffic impacts, prompting city officials to study a permanent pedestrian plaza.

MAKfam is opening a larger RiNo location with a full bar and expanded menu, moving beyond its tight Baker quarters.

Denver officials and preservation groups are pushing to landmark two historic federal garage buildings in Five Points after the GSA listed them for sale. The move would protect exteriors while allowing interior reuse.

Erie officials reached a tentative deal with SM Energy to sell remaining municipal mineral rights tied to the Draco pad, trading land, cash and remediation promises ahead of a June 16 vote.

Magna Kainan, the Filipino outpost in RiNo, will close after Culinary Creative Group cited construction and timing issues. The group plans staff transfers and may convert the space into a culinary incubator.

A 23‑year‑old e‑bike rider died after colliding with an SUV at Timberline and Lincoln in Fort Collins. Troopers say no charges have been filed as the investigation continues.

Design Mechanical will anchor Creekside Innovation Park with a 129,140‑sq‑ft, 10‑year lease; construction starts in June and a second building remains available.