Denver Jail Deputy Caught Watching TV While Inmate Died Of Overdose
Denver sheriff’s deputy Justin Parchem has been hit with a 30-day suspension after an internal review found he was watching television on duty when an inmate overdosed at the downtown detention center in the early hours of May 31, 2024. A disciplinary letter released on Jan. 2, 2026, says the delay in noticing the...
Mystery Death Shuts Down La Alma Park, Stuns Denver Neighbors
A routine medical call in Denver's La Alma neighborhood turned into a full-blown death investigation Wednesday evening, as officers sealed off part of La Alma Park and kept neighbors at bay behind yellow tape. Residents reported ambulances rolling in and a heavy police presence around 7:30 p.m., with photos on...
Public warned after multiple pets attacked by mountain lions in Colorado
Local authorities in Jefferson County are warning the public to protect pets following two confirmed mountain lion attacks that took place over the past month, along with another suspected attack. Per a February 4 report from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, the confirmed attacks occurred within roughly six...
Denver police arrest teen in connection with shooting girl in head
Denver Police Department officers arrested a teenager Wednesday in connection with fatally shooting a girl in the head the day before. Jasirr Simmons, 18, faces first-degree murder charges after he allegedly shot and killed a girl in a bedroom of a residence in the 5500 block of North Tucson Street, according to a...
Aurora Water: Restrictions ‘likely’ amid record-low snowpack
Aurora Water told Denver7 water restrictions are likely amid record-low snowpack numbers. City data shows its reservoir levels are at 60%. At 51%, the city would consider stage 1 restrictions.
Deputies issue warning to residents after two confirmed mountain lion attacks on pets in...
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV) -The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) is issuing a warning to residents after they said there have been several mountain lion sightings in the county. According to deputies, there have been two confirmed and one suspected mountain lion attacks on pets within the last month.
DPD arrests teen after ‘self‑inflicted’ shooting report turns into homicide case
Police in Denver arrested an 18-year-old man Wednesday in connection with the shooting death of a teenage girl whose wounds were initially reported to have been self-inflicted.
This Blink-And-You’ll-Miss-It Colorado Smokehouse Has A Pickle Bar And Sells Out Almost Daily
Tucked along Bear Creek, this little smokehouse has a loyal following that lines up early for slow-smoked comfort. The small footprint and relaxed counter service keep the pace simple, but the menu feels focused and confident, reflecting a place that knows exactly what it wants to be. Portions lean hearty...
Missing Colorado man mentioned on nationally-known true crime podcast
DENVER (KDVR) — A Colorado man missing since 2021 was mentioned on a nationally-known true crime podcast called “Missing Persons.”. Robert Gautsche went missing on Feb. 4, 2021, and was last seen walking around 5900 Promenade Parkway in Castle Rock. He was 58 years old at the time of his disappearance, and the...
Englewood Plans to Fill Vacant Spaces, Hopes to Attract an Aldi Grocery Store
Englewood's Safeway at 201 East Jefferson Avenue has been closed since November. Englewood’s South Broadway district is seeing something of a renaissance, but the growing town just south of Denver still has its fair share of closures and vacancies. Over the past several years, Englewood has seen big names...

















