Man who shot and killed ex-girlfriend in Greeley sentenced after pleading guilty
GREELEY, Colo. — A man charged with killing his ex-girlfriend in Greeley last year pleaded guilty and was sentenced to decades in prison Friday. Gabriel Esparza, 24, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder Friday and was sentenced to 40 years in the Department of Corrections, according to court records. Charges of...
CSU Rams’ Owen Long, Rocky Beers named Group of Five All-Americans | Colorado Sunshine
Where the good news shines Colorado State’s Owen Long and Rocky Beers were named to the Hero Sports Group of Five All-America first and second team, respectively, on Friday. The award is the second all-America honor for Long, who was named to the Associated Press’ midseason All-America second team in October. The...
Bird Survey Hike Supports Citizen Science at Bobcat Ridge
Early risers in Northern Colorado can start Sunday with fresh air, a scenic hike, and a meaningful way to support local wildlife research during the Bobcat Ridge Bird Survey on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. at Bobcat Ridge Wildlife Reserve in Fort Collins. This community bird survey invites...
Fort Collins church closed due to methamphetamine contamination
FORT COLLINS, Colo. — A longtime church in Old Town Fort Collins has been forced to close after methamphetamine contamination was discovered inside and outside the building, prompting city officials to deem the property unsafe. Fort Collins Police Services and city officials responded to concerns about drug-related...
“We’re Not Garbage” Trash Fashion Show in Loveland
Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. “We’re Not Garbage” Trash Fashion Show Fundraiser to Benefit Loveland Community Kitchen on December 14th. Loveland, CO — The DSAFC Loveland Branch presents “We’re Not...
Crash Closes Highway 287 Near Owl Canyon
Semi truck crash prompts temporary closure and traffic delays in north Larimer County. A crash involving a semi truck temporarily shut down U.S. Highway 287 near Owl Canyon Road on Thursday, causing traffic disruptions for drivers traveling through north Larimer County. According to the Livermore Fire Protection...
Larimer County launches dashboard to track respiratory viruses
LARIMER COUNTY, Colo. — Larimer County officials said on Thursday they have launched a new online dashboard to help residents stay informed about respiratory viruses, including influenza, RSV and COVID-19. The dashboard provides clear, reliable and timely information on which viruses are currently circulating in the...
Weld County Sheriff Seeks Public’s Help After 14 Cattle Reported Stolen
The Weld County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) announced this week that it is requesting the public’s help in locating several cattle that have been reported missing and are presumed stolen from multiple herds northeast of Greeley. The department said that 14 Black Angus cows total are missing from three separate herds.
Inside Greeley Mall in Greeley, CO: Shocking Collapse From Five Anchors to Near-Empty Halls
Greeley Mall opened in 1973 at 2050 Greeley Mall, where the U.S. 34 Bypass meets 23rd Avenue, and the prairie begins to look like a place that might benefit from indoor life. Developed by Denver's Fulenwider Company, the mall was pitched as the premier shopping destination for Greeley and Weld County, and it arrived...
Attention Milliken Residents: Planning Commission Meeting Times Changing in January 2026
The Town of Milliken Planning Commission has changed the start times for its Work Sessions and Regular Meetings. The new schedule will take effect on January 1, 2026. The change was approved by Resolution No. PC2025-04 on December 3, 2025.
