Officer-Involved Shooting at Mainstreet Gas Station Under Investigation in Parker
On the night of October 20, 2025, Parker Police officers responded to several 9-1-1 calls about gunshots near Jordan and Mainstreet. At the T Square gas station on E Mainstreet, officers found shell casings and live ammunition. They spoke with a 32-year-old gas station employee who first said he was a witness. The...
Man sentenced to prison for hit-and-run crash that killed motorcyclist
CENTENNIAL, Colo. — A man who left the scene of a crash in Aurora that killed a motorcyclist last year was sentenced to prison Friday. According to court records, 38-year-old Brian Vondersmith pleaded guilty in August to leaving the scene of an accident involving death. He was sentenced Friday to 12 years in the...
Denver Police to Host Free Halloween Parties for Local Families Starting This Weekend
The Denver Police Department (DPD) will host six free Halloween parties for families in Denver. The events start on Saturday, October 25, 2025, and continue through Halloween. The Denver Police Foundation, the DPD, and Wal-Mart are supporting these events.
Man shot in Aurora Friday afternoon
AURORA, Colo. — A man was rushed to a hospital after being shot in Aurora on Friday. The Aurora Police Department (APD) said the shooting happened near Del Mar Circle and Paris Street. The shooting was reported at 2:11 p.m. Police said the victim had injuries that were considered...
I-70 reopens after fiery crash involving 2 semis east of Denver
Both directions of I-70 were closed at Highway 40 near the E-470 interchange due to a semi fire and crash, which disrupted traffic for several hours on Friday morning.
Aurora police arrest Honduran national in connection with shooting on I-225
The Aurora Police Department has arrested a suspect in a shooting on I-225 that left one person in critical condition.
Why the Peabody-Whitehead Mansion is said to be one of Denver’s spookiest spots
The Peabody-Whitehead Mansion has a reputation as one of Denver’s most haunted locations, and when you learn about its spine-chilling history, it’s not hard to see why. Designed by architect Frank Edbrooke, the mansion was constructed in 1889. William Riddick Whitehead, a surgeon, was the first person to inhabit the...
Thanksgiving Food Giveaways: FREE Meals and Groceries For Families in Need of Some Holiday...
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. We’re collecting as many of these turkey giveaways and food distribution events, as well as free meals, as...
Coloradans turn to food banks with SNAP benefits on hold for November
With food benefits on hold for November due to the government shutdown, Coloradans are turning to food banks now more than ever.
Criminal investigation underway after vehicle fire on I-70
Traffic heading toward the mountains on Interstate 70 is backing up after a vehicle fire prompted a criminal investigation on Friday morning.

















