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That crash was reported near US40 in El Rancho, about 3 miles west of Genesee. Traffic cameras showed a lengthy traffic backup with just the left lane open around 10:30 a.m.
Authorities have not officially confirmed this connection to CBS News Colorado. However, the owners of the family-owned business Joyeria El Ruby, which was targeted in the jewelry store heist earlier in the week, believe this operation could lead to finding the eight suspects.
Though police have not yet disclosed a motive, records suggest similarities to previous incidents involving a person with the same name now. Court documents from 2018 indicate that a 29-year-old Austin Benson, sharing the same birthdate as the suspect in the Aurora shooting, was involved in similar incidents in El Paso and Douglas counties.
The vandalism happened near the 10000 block of E. 7th Avenue and 700 Galena Street on June 22.
A jury in Colorado found Reginald MacLaren guilty on two counts of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence in the deaths of his wife and daughter.
While the Middle Park Stockgrowers Association is thankful for the additional help, there is concern about the future as the Colorado wolf population grows, and therefore increases the likelihood of conflicts with wolves and ranchers.
According to a new collared wolf activity map published by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the Colorado wolf territory has grown and spread over the last month further south, east, and west.
A civil service hearing officer has rejected an appeal by a former Denver Fire Department lieutenant who was fired after repeated instances of disparaging racial remarks on the job.
The Denver Fire Department tells CBS Colorado with the air being dry with no water, the concern is wildfires spreading from fireworks.
A vehicle fire closed eastbound lanes of I-70 in Colorado's high country for a few hours on Friday. All lanes reopened at 1:40 p.m.
Xcel Energy submitted its long-awaited wildfire mitigation plan Thursday, seeking approval for $1.9 billion for work to protect Colorado from wildfires ignited by power equipment.
More accessibility is becoming available for travelers and visitors in the Aurora Highlands along E-470, also known as Exit 22, or Aurora Highlands Parkway.
For Colorado ICU nurse Jordan LeBlanc, working at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center has been a rewarding experience because of his daily interaction with the veteran population.
A 34-year-old man was arrested after two separate shootings overnight in a residential section of southeast Aurora.
The 10 Mile Pride celebration held its second annual event earlier in June as a Pride Month event, featuring fireside chats on supporting the LGBTQ+ community, drag concerts and art displays.
A Boulder man is behind bars following a grand jury investigation into his alleged sales of drugs to underage users.
Rain and snow showers will be possible in Denver on Tuesday.
On the Town of Erie's 150th anniversary, officials launched applications for its first median affordable housing program. Within minutes of applications opening, they already saw more applicants than available homes.
The Knights will now play the Mountain Vista Golden Eagles, the state's second-highest-ranked team, in the CHSAA playoffs.
The Colorado State Rams have defeated the Wyoming Cowboys in this year's Border War and claimed the Bronze Boot.
Every time Michael Bryant leaves his apartment, he worries.
Another criminal case, impacted by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation's ongoing DNA scandal, will lead to a lenient plea bargain for a convicted killer.
The Colorado Department of Transportation is under scrutiny after more than two dozen people died in construction zone crashes this year.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and dozens of other travelers showed up to pick up their rental cars at an upstate New York airport this summer and all of the employees of the Hertz rental car agency had "abandoned" their jobs.
A research program that's paying cash to people who inject drugs is raising concerns for some residents and business owners. They say it's bringing addicts and substance abusers to the building where they live and work -- creating safety issues and degrading their neighborhood.
On the Town of Erie's 150th anniversary, officials launched applications for its first median affordable housing program. Within minutes of applications opening, they already saw more applicants than available homes.
A 25-year-old man whom police believe oversaw the theft of dozens of vehicles from the parking lots at Denver International Airport recently pleaded guilty and received a 20-year prison sentence.
Wright has been one of the industry's loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change and could give fossil fuels a boost, including quick action to end a year-long pause on natural gas export approvals by the Biden administration.
A Boulder man is behind bars following a grand jury investigation into his alleged sales of drugs to underage users.
More than 100 passengers on a Southwest Airlines plane feared for their lives on Friday at Denver International Airport after a cellphone battery caught fire inside the cabin
A Boulder man is behind bars following a grand jury investigation into his alleged sales of drugs to underage users.
Rain and snow showers will be possible in Denver on Tuesday.
On the Town of Erie's 150th anniversary, officials launched applications for its first median affordable housing program. Within minutes of applications opening, they already saw more applicants than available homes.
The Knights will now play the Mountain Vista Golden Eagles, the state's second-highest-ranked team, in the CHSAA playoffs.
The Colorado State Rams have defeated the Wyoming Cowboys in this year's Border War and claimed the Bronze Boot.
Shedeur Sanders overcame a shaky start to throw three touchdown passes, LaJohntay Wester returned a punt 76 yards for a score and No. 18 Colorado pulled away late to beat Utah 49-24 on Saturday.
The Colorado State Rams have defeated the Wyoming Cowboys in this year's Border War and claimed the Bronze Boot.
The Denver Nuggets will be without their MVP on Friday night in New Orleans. They face the Pelicans in their first Emirates NBA Cup game.
Named after Hamburg's St. Pauli district, the club is known among soccer fans for its left-leaning supporter base.
Lindsey Vonn says she is coming out of retirement to rejoin the U.S. Ski Team in an attempt to race again at age 40.
Wright has been one of the industry's loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change and could give fossil fuels a boost, including quick action to end a year-long pause on natural gas export approvals by the Biden administration.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said slivered onions on the McDonald's Quarter Pounders were the likely source of the E. coli.
The person had traveled to eastern Africa and was treated in Northern California upon return, according to the California Department of Public Health.
Americans looking to purchase EVs may want to do so quickly, as the incoming administration is likely to axe a $7,500 tax credit.
Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has taken on a large role in President-elect Donald Trump's orbit.
Wright has been one of the industry's loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change and could give fossil fuels a boost, including quick action to end a year-long pause on natural gas export approvals by the Biden administration.
Democrats are sending persistent appeals to Harris supporters without expressly asking them to cover any potential debts, enticing would-be donors instead with other matters.
Americans looking to purchase EVs may want to do so quickly, as the incoming administration is likely to axe a $7,500 tax credit.
Polls show affordable housing is one of the issues Coloradans care about most. Voters in Denver and Adams County shot down measures that would have raised sales taxes to fund affordable housing.
Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has taken on a large role in President-elect Donald Trump's orbit.
The person had traveled to eastern Africa and was treated in Northern California upon return, according to the California Department of Public Health.
Thanks to the living donor program at Children's Hospital Colorado, a Texas girl found a match for a new liver.
If you still haven't gotten your COVID or flu shot, now is the time so you'll stay protected throughout the season, according to doctors.
Pregnant women say health care providers are billing them to deliver their babies earlier than expected. Patient advocates say that's unethical.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
At the start of the new year, some Colorado workers will get a bump in pay as Denver's minimum wage will go up 52 cents, from $18.29 to $18.81.
The plan for an oil and gas extraction project under Erie neighborhoods has been postponed indefinitely.
Americans looking to purchase EVs may want to do so quickly, as the incoming administration is likely to axe a $7,500 tax credit.
The Social Security Fairness Act, which would increase benefits for 2.8 million retirees, has bipartisan support but time running out.
Pregnant women say health care providers are billing them to deliver their babies earlier than expected. Patient advocates say that's unethical.
Every time Michael Bryant leaves his apartment, he worries.
Another criminal case, impacted by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation's ongoing DNA scandal, will lead to a lenient plea bargain for a convicted killer.
The Colorado Department of Transportation is under scrutiny after more than two dozen people died in construction zone crashes this year.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and dozens of other travelers showed up to pick up their rental cars at an upstate New York airport this summer and all of the employees of the Hertz rental car agency had "abandoned" their jobs.
A research program that's paying cash to people who inject drugs is raising concerns for some residents and business owners. They say it's bringing addicts and substance abusers to the building where they live and work -- creating safety issues and degrading their neighborhood.
