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A car has no license plates.

Police Cracking Down on Expired License Plates in November

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 15, 2024

For the third time this year, the Denver Police Department is targeting expired license plates after “vocalized frustrations.”

Man with hat speaks on microphone at protest

Kilyn Lewis Family Wants State Action After DA Declines Charging Officer in Fatal Shooting

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 15, 2024

“We had to learn from the media, and I think that’s disgraceful and distasteful.”

A woman frowns in her mugshot.

Disgraced Social Worker Pleads Guilty on Charges of Faking Cancer to Avoid Trial

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 8, 2024

In May, Robin Niceta was sentenced to four years in prison for making a false child-abuse report involving Danielle Jurinsky and her son.

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Kids play in a park.

West Colfax Gets $250,000 to Counter Rising Homelessness, Crime Issues

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 8, 2024

Residents have been complaining about homelessness, drug use and nudity in their neighborhood throughout the year.

Inside the Slow, Agonizing and Unnecessary Death of Avery Borkovec

Inside the Slow, Agonizing and Unnecessary Death of Avery Borkovec

By Michael RobertsSeptember 27, 2024

The inmate was just 22 when he died of an entirely preventable cause.

On the left, a girl wearing black shorts and clue shoes stands. On the right, that girl holds out a handgun.

Teenage LoDo Shooter Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder

By Catie CheshireSeptember 27, 2024

Rosenburgh fired a weapon after being denied entry to Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row in downtown Denver.

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Crime scene investigator holds brick of seized cocaine

Colorado Tops U.S. in Cocaine Use…Again

By Thomas MitchellSeptember 24, 2024

This marks the second time in three years that Colorado tops the country in admitted cocaine use, according to federal data.

Men with guns knock on an apartment door.

Aurora Police Share Details About Gang in Viral Video: One Arrested, Five Wanted

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 20, 2024

Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain was just sworn in last week, after rumors about Venezuelan gangs taking over Aurora had grabbed national attention.

A shiny dance floor.

Strip Search: After Regaining Power, Denver Labor Issues First Subpoena

By Catie CheshireSeptember 18, 2024

PT’s Showclub, Diamond Cabaret and PT’s Centerfold have until September 24 to turn over information.

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Screenshots of a video show a woman running after, pushing and pulling young skateboarders.

Denver Woman Charged After Viral Attack Against Skateboarding Teens

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 17, 2024

Her attorney says she plans to fight the charges, which include disturbing the peace and wrongs to minors.

Men with guns knock on an apartment door.

Tren de Aragua’s Lack of Identifying Symbols, Frequent Impostors Could Spur Overreaction, Crime Writer Says

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 13, 2024

“My big question – and it has been one that I have not been able to get a good answer on – is how authorities are identifying these folks.”

Corvettes and sports cars at a parking lot car gathering

Englewood Latest Colorado City to Consider Seizing Cars Used in Street Racing

By Catie CheshireSeptember 13, 2024

Like Colorado Springs, Denver and Westminster, Englewood may soon be able to seize cars used in drag racing events.

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Man stands over knocked out man during fight

Former Denver Cop Convicted of Beating Girlfriend Charged With Another Vicious Assault

By Catie CheshireSeptember 12, 2024

Alex Woods, whose case to be reinstated as a police officer made headlines in 2005, allegedly punched a man and slammed his head against the ground eight times outside of a Littleton bar.

Woman lays note at jonbenet ramsey's grave

Paramount Plus Developing Limited Series on JonBenét Ramsey

By Thomas MitchellSeptember 10, 2024

The show still doesn’t have a title or release date, but Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen are set to star as John and Patsy.

From top left to bottom right: Helen Beckam, Delorn Fiene, Martin Bustos, Thomas Fowler, Thomas Cristiano, and Lena Dowerman.

Ten Oldest Unsolved Murder Cases in Denver

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 6, 2024

There are 773 open cold cases for homicides in Denver between 1970 and 2017.

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A man holds up two rat traps.

Venezuelan Gangs or Slumlord? Aurora Residents, City Leaders Double Down on Opposing Claims.

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 4, 2024

Dozens of residents of neglected Aurora apartments say gangs haven’t taken over, but they are receiving threats from the public.

A window is broken at an apartment.

Aurora Judge Rules Gang-Fearing “Slumlord” Can Wait Until February to Resolve Charges…Away From Jury

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 30, 2024

Zev Baumgarten, who claimed Venezuelan gangs took over his property, can now resolve outstanding code charges on February 14.

Protesters chant in the city council chambers.

Protesters Take Over Council Meeting After Aurora Names Fifth Police Chief in Two Years

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 27, 2024

“At the last community meeting, we didn’t even have the opportunity to know he was your sole finalist.”

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A man points a gun out of his car.

Aurora Man Gets 143 Years for Crime Spree After Burger King Refused Drugs as Payment

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 19, 2024

Eugene Robertson pointed a gun at a Burger King drive-thru after he couldn’t pay for his meal with drugs, and that was just the start of his crime spree that night.

“Praying Grandma” Rebecca Lavrenz Sentencing Today for J6 Conviction

By Michael RobertsAugust 17, 2024

“I had the honor of being introduced to the President…I was able to have a brief conversation with him and let him know I am in this fight with him to save our country.”

Mercedes car with no license plate

Denver Vehicle Registration Increased by Over 30 Percent During Month of Police Enforcement

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 16, 2024

Police Chief Ron Thomas was happy with the outcome, but says the traffic stops could return if more complaints come in.

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Adult son and mother take selfie together

Mother of Man Killed, Encased in Concrete in Aurora Raising Money to Attend Murder Trial

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 14, 2024

“I want Leroy to see my face. I want him to see the anguish that he’s put us through.”

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