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Colorado’s Copper Creek Wolf Pack to be Relocated
Less than a year has passed since the reintroduction of wolves in the state of Colorado. The reintroduction has been quite controversial on both sides with support and opposition. This week, Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that the Copper Creek Wolf Pack will be captured and relocated to another area in the state.
Man arrested in Colorado dog breeder’s killing, but the puppies are still missing
DENVER (AP) — Authorities say a man suspected in the killing of a Colorado dog breeder found dead last week has been arrested. The man’s missing Doberman puppies still have not been found. The Clear Creek Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that 36-year-old Sergio Ferrer was arrested Aug. 24. Paul Peavey’s body was found just hours earlier on his property in the mountains just west of Denver. Ferrer was considered a person of interest in Peavey’s death at the time but was initially arrested on an unrelated arrest warrant from Nebraska. He is represented by the public defender’s office, which doesn’t comment on its cases to the media.
Two distinctly different chefs making their mark on Colorado’s State Fair
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) - You can't talk about a state fair without talking about its sweet treats. KRDO 13 reporter Bradley Davis talks with two chefs, one contest competitor, and one sweet-stand baker, who play a part in what keeps the fair fed and entertaining. Pat Moyers works 36 hours...
Urgent West Nile Alert: Colorado County Confirms First Human Case
Make sure to protect yourself and be vigilant, because there has officially been a confirmed case of West Nile Virus in Colorado. It is important to remember bug spray and other mosquito repellents because West Nile Virus is transmitted through infected mosquitos. West Nile virus has been reported in Colorado....
Man Convicted of Kidnapping Employee at Michael Bloomberg's Colorado Ranch
Joseph Beecher, 51, was convicted of kidnapping a female employee from Michael Bloomberg's Colorado ranch in 2022, with the intent to kill Bloomberg. Beecher held the woman hostage at gunpoint before being apprehended by SWAT officers in Cheyenne; he now faces 7 years to life in prison.
Top Colorado GOP leader reports death threats to law enforcement
Hope Scheppelman, who was elected vice chair of the Colorado Republican Party in August 2023, has received death threats and other forms of harassment by phone starting in late July, Scheppelman reported to the La Plata County Sheriff’s Office. The harassing calls began July 22 and continued periodically until at least until Aug. 10, according […]
Watch Out For This Email Scam Affecting Coloradans
Colorado has had a lot of issues with scams over the past few years, and it is easily reflected in the numbers. As it would turn out, Coloradans are some of the most likely people to be scammed in the entire country, placing 15th. In 2023 alone, Coloradans lost a...
Drought conditions continue expanding across the Front Range and Eastern Plains of Colorado
Drought conditions continue expanding across the Front Range and Eastern Plains of Colorado. 2.2 million Coloradans are in areas of drought, up 2.9% since last week according to the drought monitor.To this point, drought conditions have largely avoided the high country. This is a good sign as fall is rapidly approaching. It has been noted in prior years that moderate drought conditions or worse at any point in fall can be an indication of a shorter ski season to follow, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor Historical Impacts.The same can be said regarding agriculture and hunting on the Eastern Plains.Based...
Former Aurora cop charged with raping daughter remains free as mom is sent to jail
A retired Aurora police sergeant faces criminal charges for raping his daughter and continually sexually assaulting her and his two adopted daughters, but he remains free from custody while his ex-wife is in jail for objecting to court-ordered reunification therapy meant to repair his relationship with two of his sons. The mother, Rachel Pickrel-Hawkins, said the reunification therapy by Christine Bassett, a licensed marriage and family therapist, has been harmful, abusive and counterproductive. For now, the mother has custody of the couple’s minor children, and...
Pueblo, CO: Expect Isolated Mountain Showers Today as Weekend Weather Stays Dry
Pueblo, CO – Today, Pueblo residents can anticipate a mostly dry and warm Saturday, with temperatures staying around seasonal norms. The day will begin sunny, and outdoor plans should proceed smoothly for most of the region. However, afternoon clouds could bring isolated showers to the mountains. According to the...
Broncos screwed the Steelers' done-deal trade for Brandon Aiyuk
After teasing Steelers fans for months, the San Francisco 49ers pulled the rug out from under the table. At one point, it was reported that Pittsburgh had a deal in place for Brandon Aiyuk; they were simply waiting for GM John Lynch and the Niners to pull the trigger. Instead, the Broncos came along and screwed everything up.
Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua used border chaos to infiltrate U.S.
Tren de Aragua, a criminal gang from Venezuela that is said to be as serious a threat as the Salvadoran gang MS-13, is quietly operating in unsuspected neighborhoods and communities across the country. The Denver Gazette has confirmed the presence of Tren de Aragua, or TDA, in Colorado, and reported...
College Football Fans Claim Colorado Buffaloes Won ‘Rigged’ Game After Questionable PI Near End Of Game
The Colorado Buffaloes have yet to win a college football game against a Division I FBS team since Oct. 7 of last year. The Buffaloes will get a chance to win at that level next week when they play Nebraska. On Thursday night, the Buffaloes narrowly escaped with a 31-26...
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