Northern Colorado law enforcement reminds drivers: follow instructions, slow down, and stay alert in school zones
As students across Northern Colorado settle into the new school year, crossing guards are once again on duty in neighborhoods, towns, and cities throughout the region. From Fort Collins to Greeley, Loveland to Wellington, and rural school districts in between, these safety professionals stand at the front lines of student protection.
But local officials say an alarming trend is emerging just days into the semester—drivers ignoring crossing guards’ instructions. According to the Greeley Police Department, disregard for crossing guards is already proving to be a significant safety problem, with some drivers speeding through school zones, failing to stop at crosswalks, and driving distracted…