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Headshots of Kalani Hayter (left) and Emriel Krantz (right), two young women killed in Colorado.

Metro Denver Crime Stoppers' Top Ten Unsolved Cases

By Hannah Metzger

Nov 2, 2023

Metro Denver Crime Stoppers highlights more than two dozen cold cases on a web page devoted to gathering information on the crimes.

The Death of Elijah McClain: Officials Ignored the Obvious

By Alan Prendergast

Oct 12, 2023

A former Aurora police officer was just convicted of criminally negligent homicide and third degree assault; a second officer was aquitted.

Arapahoe County will clear active arrest warrants at the "Second Chances" event on Saturday, July 15 in Aurora.

Arapahoe County Clearing Arrest Warrants at Second Chances Event, Murderers Not Welcome

By Bennito L. Kelty

Jul 13, 2023

Eligible warrants that can be cleared at the July 15 "Second Chances" event include misdemeanors, Class 4 drug felonies, and Class 5 and 6 felonies.

The City and County of Denver will clear active arrest warrants for low-level crimes this Saturday at the "Fresh Start" event.

Denver Will Clear Low-Level Arrest Warrants at Saturday's Fresh Start

By Bennito L. Kelty

Jul 7, 2023

On Saturday, you can check the status of a warrant — without the fear of being arrested.

missing woman photos, one as brunette and one with pink hair

Christine Tail's Disappearance Adds to Missing Indigenous Women Crisis

By Michael Roberts

Jun 22, 2023

The case is getting more attention than usual.

Tell Her Everything: Writer Erika Krouse’s Memoir Tackles CU's Sex-Assault Scandal

By Teague Bohlen

Jun 11, 2023

The 2023 Colorado Book Award winner is a beautiful piece of prose about some very ugly things.

Mexico Foreign Secretary Ebrard and Colorado Lt. Gov. Primavera stand in front of the "Earth Monster."

"Earth Monster" Olmec Head Found in Private Colorado Collection Finally Goes Home

By Bennito L. Kelty

May 22, 2023

For over half a century, the stolen "Earth Monster" stone carving was displayed in art collections across the U.S., including a private one in Colorado.

Denver Odd Couple Takes Lime Scooter on I-70 in Pouring Rain, Cops Get Called

By Chris Perez

May 14, 2023

Footage of the pair has been making the rounds on social media over the past few days, sparking countless questions.

Aurora's Top Officials Still Trying to "Re-Establish Trust" Four Years After Elijah McClain's Death

By Bennito L. Kelty

May 8, 2023

Aurora's new heads of police, fire and city manager's office are still working to reestablish trust and legitimacy after the 2019 death of Elijah McClain.

ICE Forcing Immigrants to Wear GPS Devices That Look Like Apple Watches

By Bennito L. Kelty

May 4, 2023

ICE launched a pilot program to track detainees with GPS devices that resemble Apple Watches, prompting an outcry from advocates who see it as intrusive.

Parents Up in Arms After Border Patrol Agents Visit Roaring Fork High School for Career Expo

By Bennito L. Kelty

Apr 11, 2023

Glenwood Springs parents will be out in force at the Roaring Fork School District's board meeting on April 12 to call out educators.

STAR Program Expanding to Meet Demand for Services

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh

Apr 4, 2023

The successful alternative emergency response program sends clinicians and EMTs to crisis situations.

How Should RTD Deal With the Drug Problem on Trains?

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh

Mar 3, 2023

The issue has affected passengers and operators, who can smell meth and even beer when it's being consumed on the train.

Gary Hart: Last Surviving Church Committee Member Back in Spotlight Over FBI Informants

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh

Feb 16, 2023

"You tend to question everything."

Denver Cop Flattens Vet in Video That's Spurred a Lawsuit

By Michael Roberts

Jan 17, 2023

Ron Jensen is a 62-year-old veteran.

Kratom Dispensaries Getting Closer to Reality in Colorado

By Michael Roberts

Jan 13, 2023

A new study lays out regulatory guidelines.

Traffic Deaths in 2022 Totaled 82: What's Denver's Plan to Make 2023 Safer?

By Michael Roberts

Jan 11, 2023

Several major projects are underway.

Christian Glass's Parents Talk About His Life, Murder and "Rogue Cops"

By Michael Roberts

Jan 6, 2023

The report focuses primarily on the deputy who pulled the trigger.

Inside Indictment of Denver Cop for Ballpark Shooting That Injured Six

By Michael Roberts

Jan 4, 2023

Two other officers were cleared in the incident.

Denver Violent Crimes: The Most Dangerous Neighborhoods in 2022

By Michael Roberts

Jan 3, 2023

Most violent crimes occurred in the heart of the city.

Law Enforcement

Colorado "Praying Grandma" to Be Sentenced for Insurrection Crimes

Murder of Denver 420 Rally Seventeen Years Later

Law Enforcement

Colorado "Praying Grandma" to Be Sentenced for Insurrection Crimes

Murder of Denver 420 Rally Seventeen Years Later

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