An adult male was critically injured after his pickup truck crashed into a tree in Fort Collins. Police suspect alcohol as a factor. A second DUI-related crash occurred nearby; that driver was arrested.

A skier died in an avalanche near Berthoud Pass, Colorado, marking the season's third fatality. Another non-fatal avalanche involved four snowmobilers at Gravel Mountain.

Parts of Garden of the Gods Park will be closed on Feb. 25 for a waterline installation; however, the park will remain open to visitors with some detours.

Former Pueblo County detention deputy Kiki Seto sentenced to probation and added to the sex offender registry for inappropriate contact with an inmate.

A standoff in Brighton resulted in the death of a suspect and the wounding of three deputies. The incident began when officers were serving a warrant and escalated into a gun exchange and barricade situation.

CDOT warns of heavy traffic and potential delays for skiers heading to the I-70 Mountain Corridor due to a combination of fresh snow and sunny weather. Expect traffic peaks and possible metering at EJMT.

CDC layoffs affect Lyme disease research; biologist Joe Cardiello and other employees lost jobs due to budget cuts, impacting crucial studies and scientific work.

A former Aurora soccer coach, Ulrich Dahm, has been charged with sexually assaulting a child while in a position of trust. Details are limited to protect the victim's privacy.

Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young and 16 state officials urge the SEC and DOL to let fiduciaries assess all investment risks, countering a GOP move to limit this scope, citing potential harm to U.S. retirement funds' competitiveness and stability.

The Marshall Mesa Coal Fire Mitigation Project in Boulder has successfully extinguished a century-old coal seam fire, with officials now planning recreational enhancements including an improved trailhead.

Former STEM School teacher in Colorado, Tera Johnson-Swartz, is charged with kidnapping and delinquency of a minor. The school and authorities are seeking information.

Douglas County government offices are on a two-hour delay due to severe weather, with online services available and active snow removal efforts underway.

Engage Jeffco February Issue is out with community news, events, and health tips for Jefferson County residents.