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Are You Ready to Get Lit? A Dozen Things to Do in Denver This Week

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Book ’em: Time Warp Comics Burglarized

By Teague BohlenJuly 28, 2023

Losses amount to over $10,000…and counting. But Brian Posehn is still planning to be at the Boulder store on July 29.

A hiking trail in Flying J Ranch Park in Conifer, where a serial sexual predator is on the loose.

Sexual Predator Targeting Jeffco Hikers: “It’s Shocking,” Authorities Say

By Chris PerezJuly 28, 2023

The suspect has been targeting women on hiking trails in Jefferson County – accosting them while naked, then fondling himself and sometimes the victims.

Union Station in Denver, Colorado, where the most common crime currently is larceny.

Crime Is Down in LoDo This Year, Despite What People Think

By Catie CheshireJuly 27, 2023

While a few high-profile incidents have happened in 2023, downtown Denver is actually experiencing less crime up until this point than it did in 2022.

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The Congress Park Pool in Denver, Colorado.

Congress Park Pool Clock Stolen, Denverites Called Out for Recent Park Behavior

By Chris PerezJuly 27, 2023

“These people just do not respect the public realm,” blasts Scott Gilmore, deputy executive director of Denver’s Parks & Recreation Department.

A street race in Aurora Sunday night.

Vroom Service: Street Racing Again Causing Issues in Aurora

By Benjamin NeufeldJuly 26, 2023

The Aurora Police Department broke up a street racing event on Sunday, July 23, that involved between forty and fifty vehicles…and one arrest.

No Liberal Tears: We Build the Wall’s Colorado Conspirator Finally Sentenced

No Liberal Tears: We Build the Wall’s Colorado Conspirator Finally Sentenced

By Patricia CalhounJuly 26, 2023

No liberal tears for the Castle Rock resident.

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A photo composite of JonBenét Ramsey

JonBenét Ramsey’s Brother Throws Cold Water on Reports Linking Gary Oliva to 1996 Murder

By Chris PerezJuly 20, 2023

A series of reports released earlier this month outlines a “chilling link” between the convicted pedophile and Colorado’s most famous murder victim.

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. KeltyJuly 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.

Shoplifters on video last month at a Centennial King Soopers making off with $400 to $500 worth of laundry detergent.

Cops Praise King Soopers Worker Fired for Filming Shoplifters: “His Video Helped Immensely”

By Chris PerezJuly 7, 2023

Asked if the worker did the right thing, ACSO Detective Erik Vancleave says: “I think what he did helped us immensely and helped further our investigation.”

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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. KeltyJuly 7, 2023

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

Club Q Shooter Takes Plea as Victims Demand Money Raised by Colorado Healing Fund

Club Q Shooter Takes Plea as Victims Demand Money Raised by Colorado Healing Fund

By Catie CheshireJuly 6, 2023

Shortly before the Club Q shooter pleaded guilty, the Colorado Healing Fund disbursed more funds to victims.

PT’s Showclub Busted for Allowing Prostitution, Could Lose Licenses

PT’s Showclub Busted for Allowing Prostitution, Could Lose Licenses

By Catie CheshireJuly 5, 2023

A DPD sting operation found that the PT’s Showclub on Evans Avenue broke ten different laws related to prostitution and public indecency.

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Devonte Phillips (left) and Hiyaw "Joya" Tesfa Zewdie-Walker, who died in a fatal shooting in the early morning hours of January 1, 2022, in Denver, Colorado.

Cabin Tap House Shooter Sentenced to 62 Years for New Year’s Day Killings

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 3, 2023

At his sentencing, Levi Diecidue apologized for the 2022 New Year’s Day shooting – claiming his heart “was filled with rage and anger at the time.”

Killer of Fabulous Boogienauts Singer Jennifer Gelvin Sentenced to Eighty Years in Prison

Killer of Fabulous Boogienauts Singer Jennifer Gelvin Sentenced to Eighty Years in Prison

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 1, 2023

Matthew Madden murdered his estranged wife and their neighbor in September 2021.

Colorado singer Coles Whalen performing at a piano

U.S. Supreme Court Rules in Hearing Colorado Social Media Stalking Case

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 27, 2023

Billy Raymond Counterman had been convicted of stalking musician Coles Whalen through online messages. But were they “true threats”?

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Days After the Justice System Let Him Go, This Serial Abuser Killed His Ex-Girlfriend

Days After the Justice System Let Him Go, This Serial Abuser Killed His Ex-Girlfriend

By Chris PerezJune 27, 2023

Wayne Lotz got two plea deals in two days. Ten days later, Michele Scott was dead.

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

Christine Tail’s Disappearance Adds to Missing Indigenous Women Crisis

By Michael RobertsJune 22, 2023

The case is getting more attention than usual.

man naked on camel

David Lesh Appeals Conviction for Federal Trespassing…Again

By Teague BohlenJune 18, 2023

Does free speech extend to protecting photos of illegal activities?

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Drone Project to Find Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Takes Off

Drone Project to Find Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Takes Off

By Michael RobertsJune 16, 2023

Look for Me is now the official liaison between the 573 federally recognized tribes in the United States and Aquiline Drones.

I-25 scene after road-road incident, cop cars

What to Do in a Road-Rage Situation: Life-Saving Colorado State Patrol Tips

By Michael RobertsJune 14, 2023

The latest incident on I-25 left two people dead.

Denver Could Elect to Have a Night Mayor Help Bring Back Downtown After Dark

Denver Could Elect to Have a Night Mayor Help Bring Back Downtown After Dark

By Catie CheshireJune 14, 2023

The shooting on June 13 was just the latest incident to put a pall on the party.

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street scene in Denver with cops after shooting

Ten Injured, Two in Custody for Early-Morning Shooting After Nuggets Championship Celebration

By Catie CheshireJune 13, 2023

The celebration over Denver’s win took a sobering turn when ten were injured in a mass shooting. Here’s what the police know.

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