Castle Pines neighbors speak out against proposed McDonald's
A 24-hour McDonald's is proposed to come to Castle Pines, but some residents aren't happy about it.
Future Hope Foundation helps high school graduates after train collision
It's been more than 20 years since a train smashed into a young woman's car in Douglas County. In the decades since surviving that collision, she has turned her pain into inspiration and giving back to students in Colorado with a scholarship fund.
Parents call for more sports fields ahead of fairgrounds town hall
As Douglas County grows, parents of young athletes say their kids need more fields to play on. They're worried potential renovations at the Douglas County Fairgrounds could make the problem worse.
Colorado man with cerebral palsy speaks out about 2022 tasing, arrest
Prior to stopping Hayden Graham, one of the officers mocks his speech, which is a result of his cerebral palsy, his attorneys say. The lawsuit accuses officers of excessive force and lying about the events surrounding the arrest.
People living in Douglas County shocked by strong wind gusts
In a rare wind event for the Palmer Divide Monday, winds approached 80 mph in parts of Douglas County, and 60 mph in Castle Rock.
Cattle in new Colorado community protects residents from wildfires
A small calf grazing in a pasture is just one of Sterling Ranch's newest 179 residents. They're both a mascot for the community and serve an important role; grazing the grass to remove fuel and reduce fire risk.
Aurora boy born with rare genetic condition living every day to the fullest
Jackson is a patient ambassador for Children's Hospital Colorado. He and his mother are now advocating for research that could save his life.
"Wicked witch" claims property line, wants end to battle with Colorado town
A Kittredge woman prevailed after the town sued her over her property lines and access to a creek running through her property. But not before a vicious public battle on social media and in person.
Inpatient mental health facility for youth proposed in Castle Rock
On Monday night in Castle Rock, neighbors are meeting to share concerns and learn more about a proposed in-patient mental health facility for teens and young adults.
Trailer full of WWII artifacts stolen from 10th Mountain Division history group
A trailer filled with World War II artifacts and equipment was stolen from a Highlands Ranch-based history group.
How to protect your plants from spring snow in Colorado
A late April snow fell on the metro area Saturday after days of temperatures reaching the 80s. It ushered in concern for some Coloradans who may have already begun spring planting in their gardens.
Young woman still in coma 7 weeks after being given fentanyl pill
Police are investigating, but the identity and motive of the stranger who gave Micaela the pill are still unknown.
How to protect your trees from bark beetles
As Colorado experiences its signature whiplash weather, arborists are warning that stressed trees are more vulnerable to pests and diseases.
Other counties to join Douglas County immigration lawsuit
Douglas County Commissioners and the Sheriff's Office are suing the state of Colorado and Gov. Jared Polis over immigration laws.
PUC hears public comment in investigation into Xcel Energy power shutoffs
Earlier this month, nearly 200,000 Coloradans lost power during a high wind event. While the majority of losses were due to damage caused by those winds, about 55,000 customers had their power lines intentionally de-energized by the utility.