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Douglas County Sheriff: No warning signs before commander’s DUI arrest

Sheriff Darren Weekly says he had no warning signs that one of his rising commanders was struggling with alcohol before a DUI arrest that ended with the commander spitting at a Parker police officer.

Douglas County, CO · 14h

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Littleton police commander arrested on theft charge

A Littleton police commander has turned himself in after being accused of stealing nearly $2,000 worth of merchandise from a Target.

Littleton, CO · 1d

Denver7 News KMGH

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Is Douglas County becoming less of a Republican stronghold?

After Democrats dominate the election, what does the future look like for certain GOP strongholds in Colorado?

Douglas County, CO · 11h

The Denver Gazette

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Criminal record of suspect in Lakewood officer’s death spurs questions

The man who police said opened fire on several Lakewood police agents during a shootout on an RTD bus, killing one, had an extensive criminal history, including recent arrests that could have revoked his parole, raising questions about how and why he was free at the time of the shooting. Gabriel Steven Garcia, 34, was […]

Lakewood, CO · 1d

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Lakewood police sergeant shares tribute to fallen agent Nicholas Graham

Fallen Lakewood Police agent Nicholas Graham is being remembered by his department, with a video tribute released Wednesday.

Lakewood, CO · 1d

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Chachi's Italian-American Steakhouse Eyes February Debut in Littleton, Seeks Tax Break

A new fine-dining steakhouse is angling to take over the former Tavern Littleton space at 2589 W. Main St., with owners eyeing a February 2027 opening and a $2.8 million buildout. Chachi's Italian-American, a project from Rachel and Eric Hyatt, is also asking Littleton for a sales-tax break to help cover the cost of overhauling the building before it welcomes diners.

Littleton, CO · 1d

FOX31 Denver

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Dirt biker driving on street arrested on numerous charges

A dirt bike rider was pulled over for driving on the street, which led to an arrest on multiple charges.

Denver, CO · 17h

Denver7 News KMGH

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Community to honor fallen Lakewood Agent Nicholas Graham on Thursday

Procession and memorial service set for Thursday to honor fallen Lakewood Agent Nicholas Graham, 33, after a deadly RTD bus shooting.

Lakewood, CO · 1d

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Colorado Gov. Polis Pardons 27, Including Mom Ticketed When Son Wandered Off

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis pardoned 27 people for relatively minor crimes on Thursday as he nears the end of his time in office, and among them is a name familiar to Aurora residents: Vanessa Peoples, whose 2017 misdemeanor case became entangled with a police use-of-force settlement years later. The convictions stretched from 1975 to 2017 and ranged from trespassing to robbery, a snapshot of the kinds of old cases Polis has spent his governorship revisiting.

Colorado · 12h

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A former Colorado governor’s advice to the next one

Roy Romer grew up in Colorado during the Dust Bowl and Great Depression. At 98, he had much to share with Phil Weiser about truth-telling. Where do I start with this extraordinarily rich conversation on Tuesday afternoon between a former Colorado governor and the future governor?. Phil Weiser will be...

Colorado · 1d

CBS Colorado

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Coroner rules death of man in Denver police custody homicide, but not criminal

Milton Banks was arrested by Denver police on July 14 after allegedly assaulting and attempting to carjack a driver on East Colfax.

Denver, CO · 8h

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Non-binary gay couple: Denver homeless shelters make guests like them sleep apart

A non-binary gay couple claims Denver Rescue Mission and Aurora Navigation Campus homeless shelters do not allow same-sex couples to sleep near each other. Jim Goebelebecker, CEO of Advance Pathways, the non-profit which operates the Aurora shelter, flatly denied the allegations. “Advance Pathways is not a religious organization, and we don't separate the cots of gay men; they can sleep next to each other. I am not sure why they would be saying otherwise.”

Denver, CO · 15h

The Denver Gazette

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EDITORIAL: End Colorado’s easy parole — and build more prisons

It’s a depressingly familiar pattern: An offender with a lengthy record is busted for yet another crime while out on parole. All too often, it’s a violent crime. Last week, it was a heinous crime. A parolee killed a cop in Lakewood after opening fire aboard a bus, according to authorities. They said the suspect […]

Lakewood, CO · 2d

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With Race Not Yet Called, Dougco Commissioner Floats Himself as ’28 GOP Candidate For Boebert’s District

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (R-CO) hasn’t officially lost her race yet, but at least one prominent Republican in her district is already thinking about running in two years. Douglas County Commissioner George Teal said on the radio this morning that he’s thinking about running after receiving a call from someone who told him that he’s “on a list” for potential GOP challengers to presumptive incumbent Democrat Eileen Laubacher in 2028.

Douglas County, CO · 15h

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Pedestrian Seriously Hurt in Crash at Denver's 9th and Auraria Parkway

A motorist and a pedestrian were involved in a serious crash Wednesday at 9th Street and Auraria Parkway, near Denver's Auraria campus, and police are warning drivers to expect delays in the area. Denver Police Department said on social media that it was investigating the collision, writing, “#DPD is investigating...

Denver, CO · 1d

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Line-of-duty deaths renew focus on risks facing law enforcement nationwide

The recent killing of a Colorado law enforcement officer in the line of duty brings renewed attention to the dangers officers face while serving communities across the country.

Lakewood, CO · 21h

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Armed Suspect Flees Denver Assault Scene, Police Still Searching

An armed suspect got away after assaulting someone in Denver, and police say they still haven't tracked the person down. The Denver Police Department confirmed officers responded to reports of the assault, but the suspect fled before anyone could be taken into custody. What Police Have Confirmed So Far. According...

Denver, CO · 23h

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A lodge, an outlet mall, a village with waterfalls, a luxury mall: 4 Colorado malls built in about 12 years

Cherry Creek Shopping Center goes from open mall to enclosed. In the mid-1980s, the Cherry Creek Shopping Center in Denver, Colorado, spread across 47 acres: an open mall, two local department stores, a cinema, a supermarket, a cluster of smaller buildings, and surface lots for cars. It dated to 1949,...

Colorado · 1d

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I-25 Ramp Near 6th Avenue Reopens After Crash Sends Two to Hospital

A crash involving a motorcyclist and two other drivers near eastbound 6th Avenue and I-25 sent two people to the hospital, and left at least one person with serious injuries, before the ramp reopened Wednesday night. Denver Police later said the roadway was back open. According to kdvr.com, the crash...

Denver, CO · 20h

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Denver Police Investigate Stabbing On Xenia Street, One Victim Hospitalized

Denver Police said they are investigating a stabbing in the 1400 block of Xenia Street, with one victim transported to a local hospital Thursday morning. The extent of that person's injuries was not known at the time officers issued their alert, and no suspect information had been released. According to...

Denver, CO · 17h