Coronavirus Puts Aurora's Search For Police Chief On Hold
Aurora will delay its search for a police chief because of the coronavirus outbreatk.
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Aurora will delay its search for a police chief because of the coronavirus outbreatk.
A special investigator says Aurora Police leadership had "failures of judgement" in its handling of the case of Aurora Police Officer Nate Meier, who was found drunk and unconscious while on-duty in his patrol car one year ago. As a result, the special investigator made several recommendations for department policy changes in how it handles future investigations of its own officers.
A female Aurora police officer apparently drove to work drunk in December, appeared to coworkers to be intoxicated, blew a .138 on a portable breath test an hour after arriving, but never faced a criminal DUI investigation.
Both Aurora's Interim Police Chief and City Manager acknowledged Thursday that the police department mishandled the case of Aurora Police Officer Nate Meier, who was found drunk while on duty.
"I am incredibly frustrated," District Attorney George Brauchler said Thursday.
District Attorney George Brauchler says after a lengthy investigation, he has concluded he cannot file DUI charges against Aurora Police Officer Nate Meier.
O'Keefe, who was slated to become interim chief in a week, withdrew his name from consideration Tuesday afternoon and announced his retirement.
The Aurora Police Department's Chief's Review Board (CRB) voted to fire Agent Nathan Meier after he was found drunk on duty, passed out, in uniform and at the wheel of an Aurora Police Department vehicle.
The Aurora Police Department on Monday released officers body cam videos from March 29 when officer Nathan Meier was found drunk on duty.
Aurora City Manager Jim Twombly announced former U.S. Attorney John Walsh will review the case of an Aurora police officer, Nate Meier.
Aurora Police Chief Nick Metz told his department he "unequivocally" stands by his decisions made surrounding Officer Nate Meier.
The Aurora Police Department is responding after an on-duty officers was found drunk behind the wheel of a patrol car.
Larimer County Sheriff Justin Smith Thursday morning blasted the Aurora Police Department's handling of one of their own officer's drunk driving episodes saying he is "appalled" and suggesting the Aurora incident was a police cover up.
Arapahoe County District Attorney George Brauchler said Wednesday he has directed his staff to begin an inquiry seeking reports, evidence and answers from the Aurora Police Department.
An Aurora police officer caught driving a department vehicle while drunk, on duty, in uniform, with his gun, remains on the job, a CBS4 Investigation has uncovered.
Drivers in Colorado are being reminded to move over a lane when they see an emergency or disabled vehicle pulled over.
Search and rescue teams have recovered a deceased hunter at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in southern Colorado.
The latest drought monitor was released on Thursday, showing drought condition improvements across Colorado.
Colorado's elected leaders are working to ensure Space Command stays in the state.
According to the Denver Fire Department, the fire in the single-family structure started Wednesday night near 53rd and Orleans Street.
Drivers in Colorado are being reminded to move over a lane when they see an emergency or disabled vehicle pulled over.
Search and rescue teams have recovered a deceased hunter at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in southern Colorado.
The latest drought monitor was released on Thursday, showing drought condition improvements across Colorado.
Colorado's elected leaders are working to ensure Space Command stays in the state.
According to the Denver Fire Department, the fire in the single-family structure started Wednesday night near 53rd and Orleans Street.
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Drivers in Colorado are being reminded to move over a lane when they see an emergency or disabled vehicle pulled over.
Adelante Mujer, Inc. 45th Anniversary and 10th Annual Butterfly Brunch is Sunday, Nov. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A state trooper was injured when the SUV he was in was struck by a suspected DUI driver in El Paso County.
The future of the wolf reintroduction program in Colorado is being discussed on Thursday.
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.
From top to bottom, the Buffs continue to find playmakers this season. Offensive lineman Cash Cleveland is the latest hidden gem.
The Denver Broncos will be playing on new grass this Sunday at Empower Field at Mile High.
Patrick Mahomes called the break-in "frustrating" and "disappointing," and said the investigation is ongoing.
Mike Westhoff, the assistant head coach of the Denver Broncos, will be stepping away from the team to deal with health issues. That's according to NFL Media.
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.
The necklace containing around 300 carats of diamonds was bought by an unidentified woman who put in her bid over the phone, Sotheby's said.
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
The Colorado Department of Transportation is under scrutiny after more than two dozen people died in construction zone crashes this year.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Matt Gaetz, whose selection as attorney general prompted backlash, resigned from Congress.
Tulsi Gabbard represented Hawaii as a Democrat in the U.S. House from 2013 to 2021.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.
UCHealth has settled a federal fraud case with the U.S. Department of Justice for $23 million after being accused of fraudulently billing Medicare and TRICARE for emergency care. UCHealth denies the allegations.
The Children's Diabetes Foundation is running a social media campaign #InMyType1Era throughout November.
The necklace containing around 300 carats of diamonds was bought by an unidentified woman who put in her bid over the phone, Sotheby's said.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Amazon rolls out a new shopping service, dubbed Amazon Haul, that sells items for $20 or less.
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.
Stephen Matthews, the former Denver cardiologist sentenced to 158 years in jail, tried to erase text conversations and videos with some of his victims from his cellphone, according to the prosecutors in the case.
Roving burglary crews throughout Colorado have been specifically targeting the homes of Asian business owners and stealing massive amounts of cash, jewelry, watches and high-end purses in what one detective calls an "epidemic."