Man gets 18 years in prison in Boulder County hit-and-run that killed Broomfield cyclist
A man was sentenced to 18 years in prison Friday afternoon for fatally striking a Broomfield cyclist in Boulder County, leaving the scene and destroying evidence. Dante Johnson, 24, pleaded guilty to one count of leaving the scene of an accident involving death and one count of destroying physical evidence, both...
Mile High Money Moves In: Denver Firm Snags 589-Unit Fort Worth Prize
A Denver private equity firm has scooped up the 589-unit Madera at LeftBank apartment community in Fort Worth’s West 7th district, in a deal reported today. The purchase was financed with a five-year Fannie Mae loan and covers buildings completed in 2018 as part of the larger Left Bank mixed-use development. The...
15 years later, Commerce City teen’s killing remains unsolved as detectives continue search for...
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. — Fifteen years after an 18-year-old was shot and killed while walking to a gas station, investigators say the case is still very much alive. Dijoun Quinn was killed on March 27, 2011, near 64th Avenue and Holly Street. At the time, the case made headlines across the Denver metro area. Today, it...
Lakewood Cops Lasso Duo After Wild Stolen-Car Showdown On Kipling
A reported Denver carjacking ended on a Lakewood roadside with two people in custody, a loaded stolen handgun, and several small packages of suspected powdered fentanyl, according to authorities. The March 23 stop started near West Colfax Avenue and West Teller Street and wrapped up after the vehicle was intercepted...
Judge grants temporary restraining order pausing Nexstar’s acquisition of TEGNA
A temporary restraining order in a lawsuit filed by DirectTV orders Nexstar to stop any efforts to combine stations or terminate employees of TEGNA.
Gas line rupture closes WB East Colfax Avenue in Aurora
A gas line rupture has caused lane closures on East Colfax Avenue in Aurora.
Rescue teams, good Samaritans respond to helicopter crash that left 3 dead in Hawaii
Officials identified the helicopter as being operated by Airborne Aviation, a helicopter company that does sightseeing tours of Kauai's canyons.
Ballyhoo Owner Blames Eviction on Red Tape, Cancel Culture
When Westword spoke with event producer Julia Tobey in June 2025 prior to the opening of Ballyhoo Table & Stage, her new spot for performance, coffee and cocktails in the former BRDG Project space at 3300 Tejon Street, she was filled with optimism and purpose. “My job is to create joy,” she said. “And joy saves lives.”
Meth-Laced Hot Dogs Harming Dogs in CO
Recently, some dogs in Colorado got sick after eating meth-laced hot dogs found in their backyard.
🐶 Playful, Gentle & Loyal Dogs Ready for Adoption in Aurora
Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? These wonderful dogs in Aurora, CO are ready to meet their forever families. Each one has a unique story and plenty of love to give.
