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CBS News
5 days ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Drought conditions improve in Northern Colorado, but Western Slope still struggling
This week's U.S. Drought Monitor brings some welcome news for parts of Colorado. After a round of much-needed moisture last week, drought conditions have improved across northern Colorado — particularly in Larimer and Weld counties. That rainfall helped eliminate drought status along portions of the Front Range, leaving Denver, Douglas, and Arapahoe counties drought free. CBS Unfortunately, the rest of the state didn't fare as well. Portions of the Western Slope, including Mesa, Delta, and Montrose counties, are still under extreme drought conditions. CBS With the rainfall we've already seen this month — nearly an inch in the first four days of June — we've picked up close to half the precipitation we typically see for the entire month. CBS Looking ahead, the Climate Prediction Center's long-range outlook is signaling a potential shift to a drier weather pattern for northeastern Colorado, the plains and the Front Range during the core summer months — June, July, and August. CBS
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Loveland councilwoman only person not issued a summons in verbal altercation at park
LOVELAND, Colo. (KDVR) — A Loveland city councilwoman will not face charges after an incident and a heated exchange at a park in late March. No recommended charges — that's the determination for Erin Black after the Larimer County Sheriff's Office completed its investigation into an incident and verbal altercation at a local park, which FOX31 first brought you in April. In the video taken at the park, you can see Black holding an umbrella and waving it around while yelling expletives. Loveland police requested LCSO to investigate because of Black's position on the council. Colorado Parks and Wildlife kills grey wolf in Pitkin County after attacks on livestock LCSO issued a summons for: Lynn St. John (DOB 11/19/1953) – Harassment (class 1 misdemeanor) Alan Kujawa (DOB 09/18/72) – Harassment (class 2 misdemeanor) Campbell Kujawa Black (09/09/04) – Harassment (class 2 misdemeanor) Dillon Kaiser (DOB 01/21/83) – Harassment (class 2 misdemeanor) Alan and Campbell are Black's husband and son. Kaiser is the person who took the viral video. The meet-up prompted by Black was with Kaiser, who has been outspoken on his beliefs online and has said he's had issues with Black in the past. Councilman Dana Foley was shocked by the outcome. 'It is shocking that someone can present what was presented on the video and not be held accountable,' he said. He was one of the seven 'yes' votes in a 7-1 vote for a motion asking Black to resign in the first council meeting after the incident. Black was also asked not to attend in person to any meeting until the investigation was complete. She has honored that, but has not stepped down. Foley said it may not be over on their side just yet. 'There is a possible additional charge opportunity that could come from the municipal side of things,' he said. It could be politically motivated, with Larimer County District Attorney being endorsed by Black. Foley told FOX31 charges were recommended for Black, but didn't happen. 'It's my understanding that the sheriff's office actually recommended that charges be filed against councilor Black, but my surprise happened when the district attorney's office didn't follow through,' Foley said. It has all caused a stir in the city with multiple protests outside of city hall and a grassroots recall effort that's in the works, which Foley said he's heard is doing well. They have until late June to turn in their petition. Parker police use drone to find child who didn't return from playground Kaiser sent FOX31 the following statement regarding the summons. 'I was told by the sheriff's office I wasn't under investigation and that four people had been submitted to the prosecutors office for charges. At roughly the same date, Loveland city attorney Vince Junglas announced to the Reporter Herald that he contacted the district attorneys office on Mrs. Blacks behalf to 'facilitate the flow of information' but was not acting as her attorney at the time. Erin also endorsed the District Attorney Gordon McLaughlin, creating a conflict of interest in the case, yet after bringing it to the sheriff's attention, the investigation continued. It's interesting how one phone call from the city attorney to the district attorney, and the victim becomes the defendant. The instigator becomes innocent, and justice goes out the window. I don't believe anyone should be above the law, apparently the district attorney believes otherwise,' said Kaiser. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Suspect arrested in Fort Collins bank robbery
DENVER (KDVR) — Fort Collins Police Services arrested a suspect in connection with a bank robbery, according to a post on X from the agency. On May 27, around 2:03 p.m., Fort Collins police responded to a reported bank robbery at the ENT Credit Union at 1107 West Drake Road. Brighton man loses wife of 68 years, 4 pets, home in fire When police arrived at the bank, the staff reported that a masked male armed with a firearm robbed several employees of an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing the area on foot. The officers contacted a man in the area who matched the description given and took him into custody and booked him at the Larimer County Jail on charges, including: Felony menacing, three counts Felony aggravated robbery Felony theft over $20k The suspect was identified as Isaac Meraz. During the incident, Rocky Mountain High School was placed on secure status due to the close proximity to the incident. The bank was closed for nearly three hours during the investigation. Detectives said that while executing a search warrant at a residence in the area of the 1200 block of City Park Avenue, key evidence was recovered. 'As we remain committed to keeping our neighborhoods safe, we want to assure the public that swift action was taken following this armed bank robbery. The suspect was apprehended without further incident, and no injuries were reported. We thank the community and the witnesses for their vigilance and we encourage everyone to remain aware of their surroundings and report suspicious activity,' said Assistant Chief Frank Barrett in the social media post. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
State error impacting more than 3,000 Colorado electric vehicle owners: "People are disappointed"
More than 3,000 Colorado electric and hybrid truck owners are getting some expensive news as they try to re-register their vehicles in 2025. They are being told to pay their 2025 registration fees and additional, unexpected fees from 2024 after the state division of motor vehicles miscalculated tax credits on their vehicles. "It's not my ideal way to treat customers," said Tina Harris, Larimer County Clerk and Recorder. "The state is not feeling the impact we are feeling." An electric vehicle charges in the parking lot of Tri-State's Westminster offices CBS The Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles says it made a "calculation error" in 2024 for 3,368 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, primarily trucks, that were inadvertently granted a tax break on their registrations that they were not entitled to. The tax break was supposed to only go to fleet vehicles, but was also misapplied to many non-fleet vehicles, according to the state. The state says the vehicle owners were undercharged on their registrations "due to a programming error," which has now been corrected. But in the wake of the error, the truck owners are now being told they have to pay their 2025 registration fees, along with paying back what they were undercharged. If they refuse to pay back the undercharge, they will not be allowed to register their vehicles, said Harris. The amount owed varies depending on the vehicle year and the taxable value of the vehicle. It's being left to county motor vehicle offices to "claw back" the undercharges. "What a bummer," said Harris, who said there are 272 affected vehicles in Larimer County. She said that her office has collected those additional fees from 80 vehicle owners who were undercharged. She said most have been understanding of what occurred, but that many are "disappointed." The Colorado Department of Revenue's motor vehicle division has set up a dedicated webpage to answer questions from vehicle owners impacted by the error.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New service dog helps one Colorado veteran while honoring the legacy of another
LOVELAND, Colo. (KDVR) — It was the start of a beautiful friendship. On stage at Stillwater Derby, a veteran's fundraiser at Stillwater Ranch in Larimer County over the weekend, a puppy named Humphrey met the Colorado veteran he'll be paired with to help navigate the challenges of PTSD. 'Humphrey is a service dog in training who begins his journey and partnership with his veteran right here in this moment,' said JoAnna McTevia, founder of Bodhi Battalion, a non-profit that for the last decade has paired veterans and first responders with young service dogs in training. This service dog placement holds special meaning. He was named in honor of a Colorado hero who was all set to receive a service dog before tragedy struck. 'Jason (Humphrey) was accepted into our program and set to receive his service dog in training just before retiring from the sheriff's department. He felt both excited and nervous about this new chapter in his life. And we were just as excited to walk along with him,' said McTevia. 'Tragically, just two weeks after his acceptance, Jason lost his life in a traffic accident,' she added. Groups urge governor to sign rent algorithm bill Jason Humphrey was killed in a car crash in February 2024 while driving home from work. He'd spent 20 years with the Adams County Sheriff's Office and 25 years in military service. 'While this shook the community that he knows so well and we grieved, we also knew that we had to do something to honor the life and legacy he was building,' McTevia said. That's why they named their newest service dog in training Humphrey, and what better way to carry on Jason Humphrey's legacy than to pair the pup with one of Jason's friends? A Colorado National Guard veteran named Dillon, who served with Jason Humphrey both overseas and at home. 'Dillon carries Jason's memory with him, and today Humphrey becomes a living reminder that even in loss, there's hope, healing and new beginnings,' McTevia said. Humphrey the puppy was bred by San Juan Kennels in Montrose, which is owned by a Gold Star Family. Owner Rob Hall's brother, Curtis, was killed in action in Iraq in April 2007. The family raises and places service dogs in Curtis's memory. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
