Colorado drought blamed for increase in bear sightings around Arvada
The drought is being blamed for an increase in bear sightings around Arvada, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Police encourage community’s help in solving Commerce City copper thefts
Commerce City police are sounding the alarm about a recent increase in copper-related thefts. They shared surveillance video and photos of the aftermath from multiple thefts.
How “One-Strike” Towing Laws Turn Law Enforcement into Predatory Tow-Truck Operators
Aurora police tow cars immediately for three violations: no license, insurance, or registration, costing drivers $1,200+ in fees and storage charges.
Denver’s First Hotel-Style Apartment Community Now Open
Perched above the Apiary Hotel, South Denver’s first lifestyle extended-stay hotel, The Apiary Residences is introducing a new model of luxury living to the city—one inspired less by traditional apartments and more by the elevated experience of boutique hospitality. Now leasing, Denver’s first hotel-style residential c
Denver venues are closing, but open mics prevail
When The Pearl closed abruptly last month, it took an important part of Denver’s open mic scene with it. As the Mercury Cafe, the building at 2199 California Street had housed weekly Friday night poetry and Sunday slams that were pillars of the Mile High’s creative community for decades.
Wiretap investigation leads to drug arrests in Colorado, Utah
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A wiretap investigation into several drug trafficking organizations led to multiple arrests and the seizure of fentanyl pills, methamphetamine, cocaine, firearms, vehicles and cash, according to the Western Colorado Drug Task Force. The Western Colorado Drug Task Force, Colorado Bureau of Invest
Aurora landlord, contractor owes immigrant tenants $182,900 after lawsuit
Avi Schwalb, an Aurora landlord who was convicted of defrauding dozens of contracting customers earlier this year, will now owe two of his tenants more than $180,000.
Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway reopening for visitors eager to return after closure
After nearly two years away, Coloradans will return to one of the state’s most scenic roads Memorial Day weekend. Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway is reopening ー North America’s highest paved road climbing more than 7,000 feet from Idaho Springs toward the summit near 14,130 feet. Reservations can be booked at Recreation.
Denver Public Schools’ longest-tenured teacher retires after 40 years at Thomas Jefferson High School
DENVER — Sharon Colbath, a chemistry teacher at Thomas Jefferson High School and the longest-tenured teacher in Denver Public Schools, is retiring this spring after 40 years in education, 35 of them spent in the same classroom where she inspired generations of students to believe in themselves. Colbath, 70,...
Senior prank shows love for Sheridan Police Department
Seniors were allowed to prank Sheridan Police Department School Resource Officer Ken Chavez — as long as they cleaned it all up.
