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Sexual Assault Cases Against Deadhead-Themed Bar Owner to Move Forward

By Catie CheshireNovember 12, 2024

The former Deadhead-themed bar owner has five alleged victims of drugging and sexual assault.

Supreme Court Justice Faces Recusal Calls Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

Supreme Court Justice Faces Recusal Calls Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

By Hannah MetzgerOctober 4, 2024

Neil Gorsuch is once again facing public scrutiny for his relationship with billionaire Philip Anschutz.

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Denver Woman Gets Probation, Community Service for Attack Against Young Skateboarders

By Hannah MetzgerOctober 3, 2024

The altercation went viral on social media over the summer, prompting donations and support for one of the children involved.

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Park Hill Golf Course Owners Must Reimburse Over $250,000 for Unpaid Renovations

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 25, 2024

Sisters of Color United for Education spent around $200,000 fixing up the golf course’s clubhouse, only to be denied access.

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Jay Bianchi Sexual-Assault Hearing Postponed After New Developments

By Catie CheshireSeptember 10, 2024

Since April, the longtime Deadhead venue owner has been held on charges related to sexual misconduct.

Tim Valdez pictured in his electric wheelchair.

Denver Man Paralyzed in E-Scooter Crash Sues Lime Over “Unreasonably Dangerous” Scooters

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 23, 2024

Denver Health had nearly four patient encounters for scooter injuries every day in 2023.

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Five Years After Elijah McClain’s Death, What’s Changed About Colorado’s Use of Chemical Restraint?

By Alan PrendergastAugust 13, 2024

Ketamine is still being used hundreds of times a year by paramedics across the state.

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Commentary: Faith Community Speaking Out Against Judicial Injustice

By Sharon Bridgeforth and Meghan CarrierAugust 11, 2024

“The court has dismantled many of the freedoms we hold dear, leading us down a path that threatens the very foundation of our country.”

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Colorado Woman Sues Amazon After Third-Degree Burn From Light Therapy Lamp

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 31, 2024

“It’s like a mutating virus. This manufacturer is long gone. [Amazon] has not been helpful one lick.”

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Colorado Election Deniers Try to Prove They’re Not “Whack-a-Doos” in Voter Intimidation Trial

By Chris PerezJuly 16, 2024

Election deniers from the U.S. Election Integrity Plan group are on trial this week for allegedly intimidating voters after the 2020 election.

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Rock-Throwing Murder Defendant Plays Insanity Card, Gets Trial Postponed

By Chris PerezJuly 9, 2024

“Whether a jury accepts those things as facts is a different question,” the judge said. “But the court cannot sit here today and say that it’s not relevant.”

Joseph Koenig in court in Jefferson County, Colorado, for the murder of Alexa Bartell.

Lawyers for Rock-Throwing Murder Suspects Fight Over Polygraph Video Before Trial

By Chris PerezJune 25, 2024

While preparing for cross-examination, the defense team for Joseph Koenig wants to use video of a polygraph test that was taken by one of his co-defendants.

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Civil Suit Filed Over Body Slam by Off-Duty Officer During Nuggets Celebration

By Catie CheshireJune 12, 2024

An off-duty police officer working security at a bar was convicted of assaulting Eljia Smith after the Nuggets won an NBA championship.

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Colorado Politicians and Leaders React to Trump Guilty Verdict

By Chris PerezMay 31, 2024

Former president Donald Trump was convicted Thursday on 34 counts of falsifying business records to cover up a payoff to Stormy Daniels.

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Purina Facility Smells So Bad That It’s Getting Sued, Investigated by the State

By Catie CheshireMay 31, 2024

Earlier this year, state investigators found the plant’s odors doubled the legal limit.

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Disgraced Social Worker Sentenced for False Child Abuse Claims About Aurora Councilwoman

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 24, 2024

Robin Niceta, who falsely reported Aurora Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky for child abuse in 2022, was sentenced to four years in prison.

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Shilo Sanders NIL Earnings at Question in Bankruptcy Case Related to High School Assault

By Catie CheshireMay 24, 2024

The CU football star has disclosed just over $300,000 in assets despite appearing in several high-profile ads.

Inside Tragic, Preventable Jail Suicide of Ryan Harmon

Inside Tragic, Preventable Jail Suicide of Ryan Harmon

By Michael RobertsMay 21, 2024

Harmon didn’t keep his dark thoughts to himself.

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Defendant Nicholas “Mitch” Karol-Chik in court in Jefferson County, Colorado, for the murder of Alexa Bartell.

Second Teen Pleads Guilty in Rock-Throwing Murder After Getting Deal

By Chris PerezMay 15, 2024

Defendant Nicholas Karol-Chik now faces 35 to 72 years in prison for a 2023 rock-throwing spree and the death of Alexa Bartell.

Zachary Kwak in court in Jefferson County, Colorado, for the murder of Alexa Bartell.

Rock-Throwing Murder Defendants Get Plea Deals, One Accepts and Pleads Guilty

By Chris PerezMay 10, 2024

Plea agreements have been offered to two of the three suspects in the deadly Jeffco rock-throwing case, and one has accepted.

The smashed windshield of Alexa Bartell's car in Jefferson County, Colorado.

Crucial Accusation in Rock-Throwing Murder Case Tossed, Defendant’s Story Changes

By Chris PerezMay 9, 2024

One of the suspects in Jeffco’s deadly rock-throwing case has now accused both of the other defendants of being responsible.

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DAs Frustrated With CBI Over Lack of Transparency Surrounding Disgraced DNA Analyst Missy Woods

By Chris PerezApril 23, 2024

“Prosecutors around the state have waited anxiously for information because of the impact on victims, the accused, and our ability to do justice.”

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