Christa Swanson

Xcel prepares for possible power shutoffs in Denver area, Larimer County due to high wind, fire risk

Due to critical fire weather and very high winds expected in Colorado on Monday, Xcel Energy is preparing for possible power outages in four counties in the Denver area, as well as Larimer County in Northern Colorado.

• Oct 20

Climber seriously injured in fall in Colorado backcountry

A climber in the Colorado backcountry was rescued Saturday after they were seriously injured.

• Oct 19

Colorado Springs K-9 officer critically wounded during arrest released from hospital

A Colorado K-9 officer is starting his long road to recovery after he was stabbed during an arrest, leaving the dog critically wounded. Following surgery, "Roam" was ready to return home on Saturday.

• Oct 19

Authorities arrest man who allegedly struck Colorado police officer, two vehicles and fled

A man who reportedly struck a Colorado police officer and two vehicles before fleeing each scene was captured Saturday afternoon.

• Oct 24

Officials warn 600,000 Coloradans could lose SNAP benefits, further straining food banks

Thousands of Coloradans who depend on SNAP may not be able to feed themselves and their families as of Nov. 1. This comes as food banks are already struggling to meet an increase in those needing help across the country.

• Oct 17

Police investigating motorcycle crash in Brighton that killed 82-year-old

A woman was killed in the Denver metro area Thursday when she crashed while riding a motorcycle, police say.

• Oct 17

Halloween event in Pueblo canceled due to public outcry over mortuary investigation

A Halloween event in Pueblo has been canceled following public outcry directed at the coroner's office due to an investigation into a local mortuary.

• Oct 17

DT to be inducted into Ring of Fame, honored during halftime Sunday

One of the Broncos' best wide receivers to ever take the field, Demaryius Thomas, will be honored in front of the home crowd this Sunday.

• Oct 17

Community helps rescue young moose trapped in Colorado skate park bowl

A young moose found itself in trouble Thursday morning when it became trapped in the bowl of a Colorado skate park.

• Oct 16

Driver rescued near Keystone Hill after falling over 300 feet into river below

Colorado rescue teams had to conduct a swift water rescue on Wednesday night when a driver left the highway and fell over 300 feet into the river below.

• Oct 17

Denver deputy arrested in Colorado Springs, facing assault and tampering charges

A deputy with the Denver Sheriff Department has been arrested and is facing multiple charges, including felony menacing and child abuse.

• Oct 16

Two horses found dead, Montrose man charged with over 80 counts of animal cruelty

A man in western Colorado was charged with more than 80 counts of cruelty to animals last week after reports of dead horses led to an investigation.

• Oct 16

Evacuations lifted in southwest Colorado after days of heavy rain, flooding

Heavy rains and flooding in southwest Colorado over the last six days caused flooding along creeks, rivers, and roadways, prompting evacuations in Vallecito. Officials in La Plata County say those residents can now return home.

• Oct 16

Polis asks Supreme Court to reject Nebraska lawsuit over water rights

Colorado leaders have requested that the Supreme Court refuse a case over water rights in the South Platte River.

• Oct 15

Student arrested for alleged threats against high school

A student was arrested for allegedly making threats against a high school in the Denver metro area following the shooting at Evergreen High School.

• Oct 16

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