POLIS, BOEBERT 'CROSS AISLE' AT COORS FIELD

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— Jared Polis (@jaredpolis) April 3, 2026

Baseball is bipartisan. Colorado Governor Jared Polis, a Democrat, and U.S. Representative Lauren Bobert, a Republican, took in the Rockies' opening game Friday.    

LITHIUM-ION BATTERY FIRE WRECKS HOME IN AURORA, DAMAGES PROPANE TANKS

A lithium-ion battery fire wrecked a home in Aurora early Saturday and damaged propane tanks that firefighters emptied through a flare. No one was hurt in the 900-block of North Idalia Circle, officials said. The battery was being charged.

[Photos: Aurora Fire]

'ORNERY' AURORA WOMAN TURNS 109

Irma Palmer, of Aurora, recently turned 109. “I thought I was too darn ornery to ever get that old,” she told Tox 31. Pamer arrived in Colorado when her husband was transferred to Lowry Air Force Base. They raised five children. Palmer was born in Alabama.

COPS SEIZE DIRTBIKES AFTER MAYHEM IN LAKEWOOD

In Lakewood, police seized electric dirtbikes from a gang of youths roaring downs streets, onto sidewalks and into Addenbrooke Park. They were seen "performing wheelies in traffic, and driving in oncoming lanes," police said. [Photos: Lakewood Police]

CONCERN ABOUT RX SHORTAGES IN COLORADO

A board created to assess prescription drug affordability in Colorado would be barred from reviewing some high-cost medications for rare diseases under a bill moving forward in the Legislature, Colorado Newsline reports.

Some patients fear that capping the prices of such drugs would drive manufacturers from the Colorado market and create scarcity for treatments to life-threatening diseases.

Senator, Janice Marchman, a Loveland Democrat, said the bill came from conversations with parents of children who use the drug Trikafta to manage cystic fibrosis. The Prescription Drug Affordability Board considered whether to set an upper payment limit on the drug, which can cost upwards of $200,000 per year, in 2023.

The board ultimately decided against setting a price cap after patients and advocates shared deep concerns that Vertex, the manufacturer, would stop selling Trikafta in Colorado as an unintended consequence. Discount and rebate programs also sharply reduce the average out-of-pocket costs for the drug.

STABBING ON EASTSIDE OF DENVER

A person was stabbed Friday in the vicinity of East 12th Avenue and Wabash Street in Denver, police said. No other information was released. The location is close to the Aurora city line.

PERSON SHOT IN DOWNTOWN DENVER

A person was shot overnight in the vicinity of 18th and Stout streets in downtown Denver. "Investigators are working to develop suspect information," police said early Saturday. The victim was transported to hospital. No other details were released.

COPS HUNT RIDERS IN WHEAT RIDGE ASSAULT

 

Police are hunting for these suspects in an assault that caused serious injuries Thursday in Wheat Ridge. 

GIRL, 12, MISSING FROM LONGMONT; LAST SEEN MARCH 25

A 12-year-old Longmont girl named Tia has been missing March 25, police said Friday.

She stands 5-foot-3, weighs 100 pounds and was last seen in the vicinity of Mountain View Avenue and Gay Street wearing a black tube top and black bell-bottom pants.

If you have information, contact Longmont police (303) 651-8501 and reference Report 26-3748.

[Photo: Longmont Police]

FUGITIVE ACCUSED OF MOWING DOWN CYCLIST ARRESTED

Fugitive David McWilliams, accused of running down a bicyclist with his truck last year in Adams County, has been arrested, the sheriff's office said Friday.

The crime occurred May 10 in the vicinity of 79th Avenue and Quebec Street. The bicyclist suffered severe injuries. The suspect was arrested April 1 on attempted murder charges. The sheriff's office said: "McWilliams was located in a vehicle. Deputies quickly deployed a Grappler device, preventing the vehicle from fleeing. He immediately surrendered and was taken into custody without incident." [Photo: Adams County Sheriff]

THORNTON PARK-N-RIDE MURDER SUSPECT CAPTURED

UPDATE

Zamien Rivas, 25, a suspect in the murder of a man at an RTD Park-n-Ride lot in Thornton, has been captured, police said Friday. He was arrested Thursday with the assistance of Arvada police. The fatal stabbing occurred at East 84th Avenue and Street on March 25 at 10:55 p.m. Rivas and the victim knew each other, police said.

[Photo: Thornton Police]

RIDING HIGH: DRIVER SLAMS INTO LIGHT POLE, PARKED CARS, SMOKE SHOP

A man at the wheel of a pickup truck carved a path of destruction in Grand Junction - without killing anyone.

Eugene Graham, 36, was taken to hospital and then jailed. He faces charges of DUI, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Schedule I/II Controlled Substance, Reckless Driving and Hit and Run Failed to Remain at Scene of Accident Damage Vehicle.

His careening vehicle "struck a light pole at the Maverick gas station before colliding with several vehicles in the parking lot of Cruisers Bar in Orchard Mesa" and then "crashed into the nearby Smoker Friendly located at 2692 Highway 50," police said. No one else was injured. [Photos: Grand Junction Police]

WIND-DRIVEN FLAMES TAKE TOLL, LOVELAND FIRE SAYS

Loveland and Berthoud firefighters battled a blaze that destroyed a shed and swept three acres of land.

"The outbuilding was fully involved in fire upon the arrival of the first engine company," Loveland Fire Authority said. "Crews initially focused on containing the wind-driven wildfire before attacking the outbuilding fire." Thursday's blaze occurred in the 5700-block of Norwood Avenue and no injuries were reported.

[Photos: Loveland Fire]

WESTMINSTER COPS SAY NO LICENSE PLATE YIELDS LOTS OF DOPE, THREE ARRESTS

A police officer stopped an auto with no license tags, discovered a stash of drugs and arrested three suspects in Westminster.
"The officer immediately saw drug paraphernalia inside and smelt what appeared to be an odor of burned fentanyl," officials said. "Further investigation revealed lots of drugs inside the vehicle including more than 290 grams of methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl pills, electronics, money and drug paraphernalia," they said. Police took two men and a woman into custody. The incident occurred near 123rd Avenue and Huron Street early Thursday, police said.

[Photo: Westminster Police]

MURDER ON EAST VIRGINIA AVENUE IN DENVER

A person was shot and killed Thursday in southeast Denver, police said. They were pronounced dead at hospital. The crime occurred in the 10100-block of East Virginia Avenue, near South Alameda Avenue and Havana Street. No other information was released. If you have information, call Crime Stoppers (720) 913-7867.

URGENT APPEAL FOR WOMAN MISSING SINCE JANUARY FROM ADAMS COUNTY

BillyJo Jean Salazar, 27, has been missing since Jan. 23, the Adams County Sheriff's Office said. She was last seen at a 7-Eleven in Henderson. If seen, call 911.

MISSING MAN FOUND DEAD IN MESA COUNTY

Missing Rodger Degenhart, 68, of Grand Junction, was found dead Tuesday by deputies near his truck in the 21 Road desert area north of the city, the Mesa County Sheriff's Office said. His death isn't considered suspicious. He went missing March 25.

RETRIAL ORDERED IN STAUCH MURDER CASE

The state appeals court ordered a re-trial Thursday for Letecia Stauch in the murder of her 11-year-old stepson, the Denver Post reported. The panel ruled the Colorado Springs woman's lawyers were unable to dismiss a biased juror, the Post said.

DAYTIME ATTACK: POLICE SEEK SUSPECT IN RTD LIGHT RAIL ASSAULT

Authorities are seeking a suspect in an assault aboard an RTD light rail train in Denver. Police said the sexual crime occurred on a rail car departing the Perry Street Station at about 11 a.m. on March 21. The suspect is aged between 30 and 50.

APPEALS COURT ORDERS RE-SENTENCING OF TINA PETERS

UPDATE

The Denver Post reports the Colorado Court of Appeals ordered re-sentencing of disgraced Mesa Count Clerk Tine Peters, who is serving a nine-year prison term for election fraud. The court said the sentencing judge wrongly based part of Peters' sentence on her exercise of her right to free speech, the Post said.

[Editor's Note - Correcting typo in headline]

AURORA WOMAN ATTACKED BY 3 PITBULLS

A woman was attacked and critically injured by a neighbor's three pit bulls while she was working in her yard in Aurora, CBS Colorado reports. The attack occurred in the 1500-block of North Lima Street at 11:40 am. on March 30.

BEWARE JURY SCAM, COPS SAY

In northwest Colorado, Craig police warn of a scam involving calls from a person identifying themselves as a deputy sheriff with the jury commission. "They tell you that you missed jury duty and are now subject to a fine over the phone," police said. "This is a scam." 

ARREST IN STABBING ON WEST WARNER PLACE IN DENVER

UPDATE

A person was injured in a stabbing in the 200-block of West Warner Place in Denver, police said Thursday. Rene Valencia, 48, was arrested as a suspect and she faces charges of aggravated assault, police said.

DENVER ZOO FLAMINGO TURNS 56

Denver Zoo flamingo Freddie Mercury is celebrating his 56th birthday.

"Our resident rock star is still thriving in our care as the oldest flamingo" at the zoo and "enjoys going on enrichment walks and spending time with the rest of the flock," officials say.

They add: "He’s got the moves. He’s got the feathers. Don’t stop him now!" [Photo: Denver Zoo]

HIGH SCHOOL KID PLANNED TO KILL TEACHER WITH BUTCHER KNIFE, COPS SAY

A student at Chatfield High School planned kill a teacher with a 7-inch butcher knife stashed in their backpack, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday. The student attended class but couldn't do it. Instead, they "went to the school office with the backpack, asked to speak with a counselor, and disclosed what they had intended to do," the sheriff's office said.

The student, age 16, was arrested and booked into the Marvin W. Foote Youth Services Center after Tuesday's incident.

THERAPY K9 JOINING CRISIS TEAM IN THORNTON

A therapy K9 named Donut will be joining Thornton's police co-responder team, which provides care at mental health emergencies. The therapy pup, one of the few in Colorado, is trained to "provide calm, comfort, and support," police said. [Photos: Thornton Police]

FIVE-VEHICLE CRASH IN WESTMINSTER INJURES 3

Three people were hospitalized after a five-vehicle crash on eastbound U.S. 36 at Church Ranch Boulevard in Westminster, police said. The accident occurred Tuesday. One of the victims suffered serious injuries. [Photo: Westminster Police]

ARREST WARRANTS FOR KIDNAPPING, OTHER VIOLENT CRIMES

Detectives and deputies arrested two men and a woman on a variety of charges, including kidnapping, auto theft and robbery in Canon City.

Kimberly Bowden, 34, and Brody Langreder, 26, were apprehended on Royal Gorge Boulevard and Joshua Gonzales, 46, was arrested on Bridge Street, the Fremont County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday.

The arrests occurred March 25. [Photos: Fremont County Sheriff]

AURORA HOUSE FIRE DISPLACES FAMILY, MENAGERIE

UPDATE

A house fire Wednesday displaced two adults, four children, two dogs and three cats in Aurora, officials said. The cause was attributed to an "an electrical failure" in the furnace room," officials said. No injuries were reported among people or pets.

The blaze broke out in the 600-block of South Potomac Way. The alarm was received at 9:30 a.m. [Photo: Aurora Fire]

DENVER AND AURORA FIREFIGHTERS BATTLE BLUFF LAKE BLAZE

Denver and Aurora firefighters battled a two-acre brush fire overnight at Bluff Lake as firefighters across Colorado continue to grapple with countless outbreaks. No structures were involved and no injuries reported, the Denver Fire Department said. [Photos: Denver Fire]

DENVER ZOO WELCOMES ALPACAS FROM TEXAS

Two alpacas took residence this month at the Denver Zoo.

They hail from Texas.

"The smaller, black-headed alpaca with a spot on his cheek is just one year old, while his slightly larger, brown-haired companion is two," the zoo reports. "The younger one tends to follow the older one's lead, but both are incredibly curious, especially when it comes to their new llama neighbors. "The alpacas are ready to be fast friends, but our longtime llama duo is taking things a bit slower. Our Animal Ambassador Specialists will continue with gradual introductions over the next few weeks." [Photos: Denver Zoo]

TRUMP SIGNS ORDER AIMED AT CONTROLLING VOTING BY MAIL IN COLORADO, ELSEWHERE

In a shock move, President Trump signed an order Tuesday to set limits on mail-in voting and establish a national list of registered voters.

Colorado voting is exclusively by mail. Ballots are automatically sent to registered voters.

A White House official told CBS News states are at risk of losing federal funds if they fail to comply. Legal experts warn the order violates the U.S. Constitution by attempting to seize control from states.

AUTO SNIPER SUSPECT ARRESTED IN FORT COLLINS

After a months-long investigation, Jamal Lohrius, 55, was arrested as a suspect in at least a dozen shootings targeting moving vehicles with a pellet gun, Fort Collins police said Tuesday.

No injuries were reported. Multiple firearms and ammunition were confiscated. Property damage totaled more than $15,000.
 
Police said: "Additional victims and unreported incidents may exist."

Lohrius was held on a $50,000 cash-only bond at the Larimer County Jail on one felony count of criminal mischief and 12 misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment.

He was arrested after police served a search warrant in the 300-block of South Shields Street on March 26.

If you have information, contact Detective Al Wilson (970) 416-2923 or alwilson@fortcollins.gov.

LUCKY, PLUCKY AND ON ROAD TO RECOVERY

An injured Great Horned owlet is on the mend after falling out of its nest in Broomfield. "The baby was taken to the Birds of Prey Foundation for evaluation and treatment," police said.

[Photos: Broomfield Police]

HIGH COURT KNOCKS DOWN COLORADO BAN

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against a Colorado law banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ children.

The vote was 8-1

Kaley Chiles, a counselor from Colorado Springs, sued under the First Amendment right to free speech, citing her communications with families.

In an interview last year with The Washington Post, Chiles said: “It’s not the way we would operate with addictions and eating disorders and with depression.”

MAXIMUM DAMAGE, MINOR INJURIES ALONG HIGHWAY 287

A vehicle crashed off US 287 and landed on its roof on Monday in Northern Colorado. No one was seriously injured, according to Livermore Fire.

[Photo: Livermore Fire]

CLIMBER RESCUED AFTER MOUNTAIN PLUNGE

Firefighters using ropes rescued a critically injured climber who plunged from a rocky perch. The Colorado Spring Fire Department crew hiked to the patient who fell 25 to 30 feet at North Cheyene Canon Park. "About three hours after arrival the climber was brought down to the bottom of the mountain and loaded in an ambulance," officials said. "They were then transported to a medical helicopter and flown to a hospital in critical condition." The climber wasn't wearing a helmet, officials said. The incident occurred Monday.

HORSE RECOVERING AFTER FALLING INTO DITCH

Platte Valley and LaSalle firefighters rescued a horse from a ditch on Monday. "Thanks to the quick, coordinated response, the horse was safely rescued and is now recovering," Platte Valley Fire said. [Photos: Platte Valley Fire]

NEW MEXICO MURDER SUSPECT ARRESTED IN LAKEWOOD

Jamie Gilbert Martinez, 33, suspected of murdering his brother in New Mexico, was arrested in Lakewood, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation said Monday. Marinez was apprehended Sunday. His brother, Elijah, 31, died Saturday in Sapello, New Mexico.

LITTLE GOAT REVIVED AT TRAGIC FIRE IN WELD COUNTY

A medic and firefighter assumed the role of vets at a tragic fire in Weld County.

"Sadly, several farm animals did not survive the fire," Fort Lupton Fire said. "Firefighters were able to rescue some of the animals, and one goat was treated with oxygen using our pet oxygen mask." The fire occurred at Aristocrat Ranchettes. [Photos: Fort Lupton Fire]

AUTO SLAMS INTO DENVER HOME, CAUSING FIRE AND COLLAPSE

In a real-life nightmare, a stolen auto fleeing police rammed into a house in Denver early Monday, causing a fire and collapse.

The incident occurred in the Montclair neighborhood. No injuries were reported.

The fire department said: "Around 2 a.m. crews were called to a house where a vehicle crashes into the attached garage, knocking out supporting members, causing a partial collapse. Shortly after the crash, the garage caught on fire and a full response was sent." Fox 31 said the driver fled. [Photo: Denver Fire]

SUSPECT IN TEXAS 'LOVERS LANE' MURDERS MAY HAVE KILLED IN COLORADO

A man arrested as a suspect in Houston's cold case "Lovers' Lane" murders may have killed in Colorado.

In a social media post Monday, the FBI said: "Investigators believe additional crimes might be linked to Floyd Parrott. He has ties to CO, specifically metro Denver." No further information was provided.

Parrott, 64, was apprehended last week in the August 1990 slayings of a young man and woman, according to Texas authorities. He has a lengthy criminal record.

If you have information, contact the Harris County, Texas, District Attorney's Office (713) 274-5640.

COPS REPORT THIRD DOG POISONING IN BROOMFIELD

Police are investigating a third dog poisoning at a home in Broomfield.

"Investigators believe this specific residence is being intentionally targeted," police said. The canines ingested meth packed in hot dogs deposited in the yard.

The dogs survived. The latest poisoning occurred March 22. The others occurred Nov. 22 and Dec. 26, as previously reported in the media.

POLICE RAID YIELDS 5 DRUG SUSPECTS

Police conducted a raid in the Town of Center, arrested five suspects and seized meth, fentanyl, heroin and prescription drugs, the Saguache County Sheriff’s Office said Monday. The raid occurred March 26. The town is located in southwestern Colorado.

CRAZED KILLER RICKY ROYBAL-SMITH GETS 80 YEARS IN EAST COLFAX AVE. STABBINGS

Crazed killer Ricky Roybal‑Smith was sentenced Monday to 80 years in prison for stabbing two transients in separate attacks as he traveled down East Colfax Avenue in Aurora.

Jesse Shafer, 27, and Scott Davenport, 61, were killed in the early hours of June 29, 2025.

Davenport was stabbed 90 times - but Roybal-Smith, 38, wasn't finished. After his arrest hours later in Denver, he killed his jail cellmate.

Prosectors provided this account of the murders of Shafer and Davenport in Aurora:

"A driver traveling on North Moline Street saw Jesse Shafer collapse in the middle of an alleyway and immediately called 911. When officers arrived, they found Shafer unresponsive with 15 stab wounds. He was pronounced dead on scene." 

"While officers were still investigating Shafer’s death, a second 911 call came in. The caller reported what appeared to be a deceased male near a bus shelter roughly half a mile away."

"Detectives documented blood evidence, the victims’ locations, and the path Roybal‑Smith took as he moved from the first homicide scene to the second. Surveillance footage and witness interviews helped investigators piece together the timeline and confirm that Roybal‑Smith attacked and killed both men before fleeing the area." 

Roybal-Smith pleaded guilty to two counts of second‑degree murder.

[Photo: Denver Police] 

MOTHER FENDS OFF 2 ARMED BANK ROBBERS

Momma said "No."

A no-nonsense mother fended off two bungling bank robbers, who were armed with a rifle and shotgun, when they tried to carjack her - and her kids - in Pueblo.
Friday's odyssey began when the robbers, with loot in hand, commandeered a bank customer's auto. They couldn't figure out how to drive it, bailed out and headed toward an eatery. "After failing at the food establishment, the suspects tried to steal a third vehicle that was occupied by a mother and her children," police said. "The mother refused to leave the vehicle and abandon her kids, prompting the suspects to get into the back seat with them still inside. "The mother still refused to exit her vehicle, so the suspects got out of her vehicle and fled on foot in different directions," police said. Officers captured suspects Mario Lucero, 49, and Esai Maestas-Torres, 24, and recovered the weapons.

Lucero has prior prison sentences of three years for robbery, eight years for another robbery and four years for domestic violence. Maestas-Torres, meantime, was awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to assaulting a police officer. The US Bank branch is located at 1130 Bonforte Boulevard.

COSTILLA COUNTY SHERIFF QUITS AFTER INDICTMENTS

Danny Sanchez, sheriff of Costilla County, quit after he and four other lawmen were indicted on a variety of charges - from bungling a death investigation to assaulting a psychiatric patient with a Taser.

The county Board of Commissioners called a special public meeting for Monday at 8 a.m. in San Luis as well an executive session with lawyers.

The indictments were announced last week by the 12th Judicial District. Costilla County, population about 3,500, borders New Mexico.

ART THIEVES NAB POPULAR CONGRESS PARK NEIGHBORHOOD SCULPTURE IN DENVER

Art thieves nabbed a popular neighborhood sculpture depicting a person in repose in the Congress Park neighborhood of Denver.

A social media post said: "All iron. Taken overnight March 26/27. Moved from corner to alley next to our house along 12th. Then apparently hauled away from alley after 7:30 a.m., based on what we can piece together. "Six feet in length. 300 pounds. Would take two or three people to move and lift over double-stone wall," the post said. Police investigated the theft at East 12th Avenue and Milwaukee Street - and scrap yards were notified by the family. The sculpture was created by a noted Detroit artist and had graced the corner for about a decade. One part - a metal rib with a bolt - was left behind. Earlier in the month, a thief pried metal statues of St. Rita and St. Paul from their bases outside Holy Ghost church at 1900 California Street in Denver. The church statues were recovered in need of repair.
[Photo: Daily Sketch]

DENVER FIREFIGHTERS SAVE HOME

Firefighters saved a home in northeast Denver. A fire in the engine compartment of an auto parked in the garage was "held in check and prevented from extending to the house," officials said. No one was hurt in Saturday's blaze. [Photo: Denver Fire]

COPS HUNT SUSPECT IN PARK-N-RIDE SLAYING IN THORNTON

Police in Thornton identified a suspect in a bloody killing at an RTD Park-n-Ride as Zamien Rivas, 25.

"If you see him, do not approach him and contact police immediately," officials said. The killing occurred at the Park-n-Ride lot at East 84th Avenue and Street on March 25 at 10:55 p.m. The victim, a man, was pronounced dead at hospital. The method of death wasn't disclosed.

If you have information, call Thornton Police (720) 977-5069. [Photo: Thornton Police]

POLICE KILL KNIFE-WIELDING MURDER SUSPECT IN GREELEY

Police shot and killed a knife-wielding man suspected of murdering his brother and injuring an officer in Greeley.

Saturday's incident occurred in the 4700-block of 20th Street at about 9:30 a.m., after "the suspect brandished a knife and charged the officers," police said. He is suspected of killing his brother at his grandparent's home. The police officer suffered minor injuries. The suspect was 20. His brother was 22.

MAN SHOT DEAD IN DOWNTOWN DENVER; COPS CONTACT 'ALL INVOLVED'

UPDATE

A man was shot and killed Saturday evening in downtown Denver.
The incident occurred on a sidewalk near 17th Street and Glenarm Place. Busy streets were cordoned off. The victim was pronounced dead at hospital. In an update Sunday, police said: "Investigators have identified and contacted all involved individuals related to this fatal shooting. An arrest has not been made at this time and the investigation is ongoing. "

No other details were released.

MAJOR MILESTONE: ONE MILLION VISITS

Web data show The Daily Sketch this week recorded its 1 millionth unique visit since we started (initially in beta test mode) in March 2025. 

PERSON STABBED ON QUEBEC STREET IN DENVER

A person was stabbed in the 4000-block of Quebec Street in Denver, police said Saturday. Investigators were working to develop suspect information. The victim was transported to hospital. No other details were released.

TWO INJURED IN HOUSE FIRE IN AURORA

Two people were injured in a house fire early Saturday in the 2200-block of North Lansing Street in Aurora, fire officials said. They were transported to hospital. [Photo: Aurora Fire]

HUMAN SKULL PACKED IN GROCERY BAG

A sheriff and a deputy were indicted for bungling a death investigation, including accusations of collecting a human skull in a grocery bag and leaving other body parts behind.

Three other members of the Costilla County Sheriff's Office were indicted in a separate incident involving use of a Taser on an unarmed man suffering a psychiatric crisis.

12th Judicial District Attorney Anne Kelly said: "I cannot and will not ignore violations of the trust a community should have in their police.”

The rural county, population about 3,500, is located along the border with New Mexico.