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Thornton officer responding to shooting at police chief’s residence did not activate his body camera
The responding officer to an accidental shooting at the apartment of Thornton’s new police in May did not have his body camera on, an apparent violation of police policy. Thornton…
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Colorado sues Trump administration over $80M freeze in school funding
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser filed a lawsuit in coordination with more than 20 other states Monday against the Trump administration, accusing it of unlawfully freezing approximately $80 million in federal education funding intended for Colorado schools. The freeze, announced June 30 by the Office of Management and Budget and the U.S. Department of Education,…
Bugs celebrated this weekend at Butterfly Pavilion’s Insectival: 30th anniversary Bug Bash
Rosie, the Chilean Rose Hair tarantula, was bugging Kiara Peters Saturday and the Loveland residents couldn’t get enough. “I love tarantulas so much,” said Peters, who stood in line inside Westminster’s Butterfly Pavilion to just let Rosie scuttle onto her hand for a few minutes. “She is so cute, and I just love her,” said…
Adams County man convicted of first-degree murder in 2016 Dollar Store stabbing
A 51-year-old man faces a sentence of mandatory life in prison without the possibility of parole after being convicted Thursday of first-degree murder for a fatal 2016 stabbing inside a Dollar Store in Adams County. Jurors convicted Anthony Dennis Grayson after a four-day trial in Adams County District Court. Grayson will be sentenced on July…
PRESS RELEASE: America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission Invites Coloradans to Unite as Countdown to 2026 Begins
DENVER, Colo. (July 1, 2025) — The America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission recognizes this Fourth of July as the start of the one-year countdown to the…
Thornton officer cleared in the fatal October 2024 shooting of resident
A Thornton Police Officer will not face criminal charges for his role in the shooting death of William Skells who was found dead in a residence at 16024 Columbine St. on Oct. 9, 2024. An autopsy by the Adams County Coroner determined that Skells died from a single gunshot wound to his abdomen from a…
Sports
Fourth of July reminds Rockies fans baseball is more than winning
To cap an extravagant Fourth of July weekend on the diamond, the Colorado Rockies went all out to celebrate local veterans and military members with a parade on July 6. It was the finale of a packed weekend of promotions,…
Colorado Alpenglow players named inaugural WUL All-Stars
For the first time, an All-Star showdown is set between the Western Ultimate League and the Premier Ultimate League during the 2025 United Frisbee Association Championship weekend. Three Colorado Alpenglow players are making the trip to Madison, Wisconsin, on Aug.…
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Clarke Reader: Summer Theater Rocks at PACE Center
There are some musicals that are just made for the summer, and “Rock of Ages” certainly falls into that category. The show not only captures some of…
Clarke Reader: Head to Evergreen for an Arts Celebration
There are few better ways to spend a summer day in Colorado than in the mountains, and if you can pair this with some wonderful…
Clarke Reader: A Collection of Summer Artistic Activities
Summer is officially here, which means Colorado truly shows itself as a place with cultural options for every interest and activity. The days are lovely…
Clarke Reader: ARTSWEEK GOLDEN Highlights Community Importance
Summer is the perfect time to get out and about and enjoy beautiful public spaces, and if you can add some artistic touches to the…
Clarke Reader:Arvada Center Hosts a Range of Pride Events
June is Pride Month and the Arvada Center is going big with three events that celebrate LGBTQ+ communities all over the state. “We’re excited to invite the…
Clarke Reader:DFF Women+Film Festival highlights power of story
Ever since the development of film as an artistic medium, women have been some of its most dynamic storytellers, both in front of and behind…
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Wishing you all a happy Fourth of July
Celebrating the freedoms that we Americans normally enjoy is just around the corner. Taking the time to contemplate and fully…
Bill Christopher: Fire department, streets tax poll gets green light
Westminster City Council has given the go-ahead to produce and distribute a polling survey on a trimmed-down Fire Department improvements…
Bill Christopher: Polls for Fire Department, road repairs on the horizon
Westminster City Council took the first step on June 9 to have a polling document prepared to be used by…
Bill Christopher: Feedback on proposed new roadway improvement fee is needed
Westminster has known for some time that it has fallen short on generating sufficient annual revenue to maintain its streets…
Letters
Letter to the Editor:Evans must protect benefits for children
Evans must protect benefits for children As a pediatrician in the Thornton area, I am calling on our representative, Gabe…
Letter to the Editor:Colorado needs strong food protection
Colorado needs strong food protection Arriving in Colorado, I quickly noticed its proud history of standing up for animals, public…
Letter to the Editor: Two are invaluable for North Metro Fire Rescue District
As a citizen of the North Metro Fire Rescue District (NMFRD), I am writing to express support for two current…
Local LIFE
‘Come for the dogs’ – Denver pets are more than pals, they’re business partners
In Denver’s bustling neighborhoods, it’s not uncommon to find a shop cat curled up by the register or an excited dog greeting customers at the door. Across the city, small businesses are embracing their four-legged companions, not just as pets, but as part of the store experience. At Crystal Castle Beads, located at 2240 S.…
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