Shelby L. Fyles was appointed by Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera to the 23rd Judicial District Court in Colorado, taking over from retiring Judge Elizabeth B. Volz on February 2, 2026.

Denver prepares for a partly cloudy Christmas Eve; NWS forecasts a mostly sunny Christmas day with mild evening temps and possible light snow Saturday.

The Denver Police Department shared a festive message of unity and safety tips on Facebook for the holiday season, including responsible celebration and being considerate of noise levels.

Colorado State Patrol warns of traffic risks during the holidays, citing 124 crashes last Christmas and urging caution, sober driving, and adherence to speed limits.

A suspect was detained for a fatal shooting in Fort Collins, facing first-degree murder and firearms charges. The police are seeking community assistance for the investigation.

Denver is expected to experience unusually warm and sunny weather over the holiday week with potential record highs near 70 degrees, raising fire danger, while mountain areas may see snow return post-Christmas.

Colorado's Universal Preschool program saw a record 12,886 applications for the 2026-27 year, indicating high demand and support for early education in the state.

Colorado's cannabis sales are close to $1 billion in 2025, boosting tax revenues by nearly $200 million, according to the state's data. Governor Polis praises the industry's success.

The Denver Police Department is seeking public help to find Holger Daniel Ropero Rincon, wanted for assault, via their "Mug Shot Monday" on social media.

The Denver Police Department shared safety tips on Facebook for a safe holiday season, emphasizing the importance of smoke alarms, vigilance while cooking, proper space heater placement, and emergency contacts.

Douglas County Sheriff's Office and Highlands Ranch Substation will close early on Christmas Eve and resume services on Dec. 26, with emergency services available 24/7.

A 44-year-old woman sustained a head injury after falling 30 feet while rock climbing; she was wearing a helmet. Multiple agencies responded to the accident in Eldorado Canyon State Park.

Colorado officials criticize the Trump administration for denying a disaster declaration that would provide federal aid for wildfire and flood recovery, with Governor Polis and other leaders accusing the administration of playing political games.