Man died choking during donut-eating challenge in Denver
Travis Malouf died after attempting to eat a 250g glazed donut in under 80 seconds. There's no ideal way to meet your maker, but choking on a giant donut is certainly not a preferred choice. In the world of competitive eating, choking is a real hazard, so much so that it led to the untimely deaths of two speed eaters...
EDITORIAL: Another failure of justice, another Colorado tragedy
Just what does it take to keep a violent career criminal behind bars — and the public out of harm’s way — in the state of Colorado? Apparently, Walter Huling’s dozen-year record of violent and other serious crimes, including parole violations, wasn’t enough. Not enough to keep him from being paroled again. Nor to...
JeffCo Sheriff pushes for new social media law in the wake of Evergreen school...
Editor's Note: This story contains mention of self-harm. If you or someone you know is considering suicide or other acts of self-harm, please visit 988Colorado.com or call or text 988 from your cell phone for free, confidential, and immediate support. Jefferson County Sheriff Reggie Marinelli is on a mission to...
African American History Preserved through High School Fellowship
With the blatant erasure of American history happening before our eyes at museums, colleges, and other institutions, there is no better time for our youth to learn and truly experience their roots. This is the premise of the Hancock Heritage Fellowship (HHF), founded by former Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock.
Pedestrian killed in I-25 crash near Yale Ave.
Denver police investigated a fatal crash involving a pedestrian as snow fell in the area early Saturday morning.
What to Do Now? A Couple Has Been Living in a Graffitied Truck Camper...
In South Denver, a resident is grappling with a challenging situation. A truck, seemingly housing a 'van life' individual or couple, has been parked outside their home for eight days. The truck, which is covered in graffiti and appears to be a makeshift camper, has become a source of frustration for the homeowner....
Intense Debate: Driver in Deadly Aurora Crash Found Guilty, Was Speeding at Nearly 100...
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on Driver convicted in fatal Aurora crash was driving almost 100 mph seconds prior. Driver convicted in fatal Aurora crash was driving almost 100 mph seconds prior.
Dad fights off repeat offender accused of creeping toward kids as family slept: ‘Somebody’s...
Kevin and Sarah Root describe their terrifying encounter with suspected home invader Charley Cooley, who faces felony robbery charges for his second arrest this year.
Intense Debate: Legal Fees for Mayor Johnston’s Sanctuary City Hearing Reach a Staggering $800,000
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on Mayor Johnston’s legal fees for sanctuary city hearing hit $800,000. Mayor Johnston’s legal fees for sanctuary city hearing hit $800,000.
Opinion: Mental health pros should help Denver triage 911 calls, spare ill people unneccessary...
Before I moved to Denver and for a while experienced homelessness, I lived in Illinois in a small town where I used to call 911 a lot. Back in Illinois around 2015, I began to quite literally lose my mind shortly after my dad died. A combination of grief and trauma surrounding my dad’s death and some intense...

















