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Sidewalk lawsuit

Woman sues Denver over ‘dangerous’ sidewalks

By Sage KelleyAugust 28, 2026

Denver sidewalk issues have been a topic of discussion since 2022.

A woman rides the Rocky Mountain Coaster in Copper Mountain

Woman ejected, dragged on Copper’s Rocky Mountain Coaster, lawyers claim

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 26, 2026

The rider reportedly suffered a traumatic brain injury, a collapsed lung and other injuries.

ICE processing facility in Aurora

Colorado sues Aurora ICE facility operator for blocking tuberculosis investigation

By Sage KelleyAugust 19, 2026

The state has been trying to investigate the detainment center for months.

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Frank azar strong arm billboard in denver

Strong arm, weak case? Small law firm fighting Frank Azar over trademark

By Sage KelleyAugust 12, 2026

The Strong Arm isn’t afraid to wrestle over his catchphrase.

cigarette butts put out in gravel

Denver sues tobacco companies to pay for cigarette butt litter

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 11, 2026

The lawsuit targets nine major tobacco manufacturers and one distributor, including the companies behind Marlboro, Newport and Camel.

Denver TV personality’s alleged sexual misconduct captured on nanny-cam video

Denver TV personality’s alleged sexual misconduct captured on nanny-cam video

By Michael RobertsJuly 31, 2026

Romero was best known as a sportscaster for 9News and Altitude TV.

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Chantal Morales Rojas arrested at Denver airport

Judge orders bond release for Ecuadorian woman detained at Denver Airport

By Laura Larkins | American Community MediaJuly 29, 2026

Chantal Morales Rojas was arrested by ICE while boarding a flight at DIA last week.

Former anti-violence activist receives max sentence in ‘revenge’ murder

By Sage KelleyJuly 24, 2026

Lumumba Sayers Sr. was sentenced to 48 years in prison for second-degree murder.

Frontier Airlines plane flies through the air

Frontier Airlines sued twice for weak cybersecurity after data breaches

By Sage KelleyJuly 17, 2026

Both a former employee and a customer filed lawsuits against the Denver-based airline earlier this week.

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Kenn Solomon watches as Rocky attempts a backward half-court shot.

Former Kroenke Sports employees expected to join ex-Nuggets mascot in class action lawsuit

By Sage KelleyJuly 9, 2026

24 employees are expected to be in the lawsuit, including Drake Solomon, who briefly succeeded his father as Rocky.

Man looks at his smartphone while driving an Audi

The Colorado Attorney General has been trying to reach an extended car warranty company about its mailers

By Thomas MitchellJune 25, 2026

Some of the mailers contain phrases like “FINAL NOTICE” and state that your vehicle coverage “may have already expired.”

Jeffco Public Schools

Another ex-Jeffco Public Schools worker arrested on sex abuse charges

By Sage KelleyJune 24, 2026

There have been nine similar investigations into people working for the district since 2023.

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Arapahoe County Courthouse

Colorado criminal cases dismissed at higher rate when prosecutors face heavier workloads

By Rebecca DunleaJune 17, 2026

Research shows that when active caseloads are higher, dismissal rates rise to compensate for fewer plea deals.

University of Colorado Boulder campus

CU Boulder sued for ending ‘Email for Life’ program

By Hannah MetzgerJune 17, 2026

A CU law graduate is leading the effort against his alma mater.

Lindsey-Flanigan Courthouse

Shooter of Denver guitarist convicted of second-degree murder

By Sage KelleyJune 11, 2026

Patrick Lee Apostol shot and killed Zackary Smith in 2020.

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Expunge Colorado holding an informational clinic regarding records sealing in 2024.

Help Wanted: Colorado record-sealing organization needs willing attorneys

By Sage KelleyJune 8, 2026

Expunge Colorado has been helping people get on their feet for over eight years.

Colorado court tosses guilty verdicts of paramedics in Elijah McClain’s death

Colorado court tosses guilty verdicts of paramedics in Elijah McClain’s death

By Sage KelleyJune 4, 2026

McClain was walking home from a convenience store when three Aurora police officers confronted him for being “suspicious.”

“This place should be condemned”: Arvada senior complex sued over bedbug infestation

By Hannah MetzgerJune 4, 2026

Management is accused of turning a blind eye to a bedbug infestation, causing it to spread from apartment to apartment.

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Denver alleyway

Accused killer of Denver guitarist claims self-defense

By Sage KelleyJune 3, 2026

“This isn’t a whodunit.”

Denver alleyway

Murder trial of Billy Strings’ half-brother begins in Denver

By Sage KelleyJune 2, 2026

Patrick Lee Apostol was arrested in 2023 for the 2020 murder of local guitarist Zackary Smith. His Grammy-winning brother says they rarely interacted.

side-by-side photos Pattie Gonia and a patagonia store in denver

Drag-out fight: Patagonia’s trademark lawsuit against drag queen heats up

By Hannah MetzgerJune 1, 2026

One of Denver’s favorite Pride performers is pushing back against a legal attack from one of Denver’s favorite brands.

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Inside Recess Beer Garden

Anti-vax dating group sues Denver beer garden for canceling singles event

By Sage KelleyMay 28, 2026

The group is suing the bar for alleged civil rights violations.

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