Denver Launches Working Group to Rethink Municipal Sentencing Rules
A new city panel will review how Denver's municipal court sentences low-level offenders, as officials weigh alternatives to jail time.
Crime & Safety
Stolen Truck Slams Into Car, Injures Denver Entrepreneur
A Denver entrepreneur was hospitalized after a stolen truck struck his car, reigniting concerns about auto theft and reckless driving on Denver streets.
Aurora Mall Chaos, Denver Shooting Highlight Teen Violence Surge
A 500-teen mall melee in Aurora and a fatal Denver chase-shooting spotlight a summer of youth violence across the metro, as officials weigh responses.
Denver Drivers Question Waymo Robotaxis After Chain-Reaction Crash
A multi-vehicle crash involving a Waymo robotaxi in Denver has drivers asking tough questions about autonomous vehicle safety and oversight.
Lakewood Murder-Suicide Leaves Two Teens Dead, Community Reeling
Lakewood police are investigating what they describe as a suspected murder-suicide involving two teenagers, prompting new questions about teen mental health support.
Colorado Police Officer Arrested in Online Child Solicitation Case
A Colorado police officer faces charges after allegedly soliciting a minor online, raising fresh questions about oversight and accountability.
Denver Leaders Target 'Hidden' Domestic Violence Strangulation
Denver officials push new measures to address strangulation in domestic violence cases, calling it an underreported warning sign of future lethal violence.
Denver Vandalism Arrest Turns Deadly After Man Goes Unresponsive
A Colorado man became unresponsive during a police confrontation over suspected vandalism, reviving questions about use-of-force protocols in Denver.
Denver Police Seek Suspect in Hit-and-Run That Injured Pedestrian
Denver police are searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian and fled, reigniting concerns about traffic safety and hit-and-run enforcement citywide.
Denver Jewelry Heist Tied to Tren de Aragua Nets 18-Year Sentence
A Venezuelan national gets 18 years for a Denver jewelry store robbery directed by Tren de Aragua, spotlighting transnational gang crime in Colorado.
RTD Train Strikes Police Truck at Deadly Thornton Shooting Scene
An RTD N Line train collided with a Thornton police vehicle responding to a double homicide, raising new questions about scene safety near rail crossings.
Denver Police Ask Public's Help Solving 2023 Cold Case Killing
Denver police renew appeal for tips in a homicide that's gone unsolved for two years, as the department juggles a violent August and thin staffing.
Denver Sees Wave of Weekend Gun Violence Across Metro
A downtown Denver shooting, a nightclub shootout, and a deadly Aurora shooting mark a violent weekend across the metro area, police say.
Denver Police Staffing Shortfall: How Thin Ranks Affect Response
As civilian roles sit unfilled amid budget cuts, Denver Police face staffing strain. A look at what it means for 911 response and neighborhood safety.
Denver Sees Spate of Deadly Traffic Violence in One Weekend
A weekend of deadly crashes, including an intentional hit-and-run and two pedestrian deaths, has renewed alarm over traffic safety in Denver.
Officer Shot, Man Killed in Golden Gas Station Shooting
A Golden police officer was shot and a man killed during a gas station confrontation, prompting a multi-agency investigation into the shooting.
North Denver Stabbing, Street Takeover Test Thin Police Ranks
A weekend stabbing and an illegal street takeover in Denver highlight strains on a police force facing civilian staffing cuts amid budget pressures.
Deadly Weekend on I-25: Pedestrian Killed as Denver Traffic Fatalities Mount
A pedestrian died and multiple people were injured in a Saturday I-25 crash, part of a string of deadly incidents raising questions about Denver traffic safety.
Denver Bar Shooting, Teen Murder Cases Expose Deeper Safety Gaps
A deadly south Denver bar shooting and juvenile suspects with prior records raise questions about intervention points before violence escalates.
When Kids Kill: Denver's Youth Charged in Two Homicide Cases
Denver police arrested boys as young as 12 in two separate homicide cases this week, as citywide homicides rise amid debate over causes.
Denver Sees Cluster of Violent Stabbings Amid Holiday Week
A fatal stabbing and knife-related police shooting in Denver this week renew questions about summer violence and public safety response.
DPD Warns of 'Dangerous Pattern' in Deadly Car Theft Confrontations
Denver Police say two vehicle owners were shot and killed confronting theft suspects, urging residents to call 911 instead of intervening.
Man's Long Arrest History Renews Debate on Denver Police Shooting
A man shot by Denver police at a gas station had at least 15 prior arrests, records show, reigniting debate over policing, mental health and public safety.
Wave of Shootings This Week Puts Spotlight on Denver, Aurora Safety
Separate shootings in Capitol Hill, near 13th and Pearl, and across Aurora this week renew questions about gun violence trends in the metro area.
Auto Theft Task Force Shootings Renew Denver Force Scrutiny
Two separate Denver police shootings of auto theft suspects in a single week reignite debate over use-of-force tactics and public safety trade-offs.
Denver Crime Lab Backlog Raises Alarms Over Delayed Justice
A staffing shortage at Denver's crime lab has left evidence untested for months, worrying prosecutors, defense attorneys and crime victims alike.
Denver's Federal Gun Law Fight Meets a Violent Year on Streets
As the Trump administration sues Denver over its 1989 assault weapons ban, the city grapples with a violent start to 2026 and fresh questions about policing.
Easter Weekend Violence in Denver Spotlights Public Safety Debate
A string of shootings across Denver, including a deadly Easter Sunday attack at Russell Square Park, has renewed scrutiny of the city's public safety strategy.
No Homicide Charges Filed in Russell Square Park Double Killing
Denver police say no homicide charges will be filed after a second victim died in the Easter Sunday shooting at Russell Square Park, as investigators identify a suspect.
Denver Police Alley Shooting Highlights Use of Force Concerns
A man shot by Denver police in an armed alley confrontation has died, raising questions about police use of force protocols and community safety.
Denver Police Union Contract Negotiations Amid Rising Use of Force Cases
Denver City Council weighs police union deal as recent officer-involved shootings prompt questions about accountability and public safety.