Fire And Ice: Westminster Townhomes Damaged In Explosion Now Frozen Over
On Thursday, the damage was coated with a layer of ice, creating an extra challenge for investigators.
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On Thursday, the damage was coated with a layer of ice, creating an extra challenge for investigators.
An explosion and fire at a townhome complex in Westminster forced the evacuation of four buildings. It is unclear how many people, if any, were injured.
Firefighters worked to save a home in Westminster on Wednesday afternoon.
The law enforcement community and firefighting team in the City of Westminster is mourning the loss of an exceptionally long serving member of both the police and fire departments.
It's Fire Prevention Week and the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control demonstrated the latest technology when it comes to fighting fires. They also urged families to have an escape plan in case of fire.
Fire investigators say that a fire earlier this month at a commercial building was caused in part by an explosion sparked by a lightning strike in the area.
Fire investigators say a commercial building in Westminster is a total loss after a possible explosion early Saturday morning.
Firefighters in Westminster responded to a house fire on Zuni Street near 84th Avenue.
Westminster firefighters shared video of them rescuing a dog from Carol Butts Park. The dog fell through the ice covering a pond.
A fire burning in Westminster put out a lot of thick, black smoke on Thursday afternoon. The smoke could be seen from downtown Denver.
A seizure nearly took Uriah Crowe's life and kept him from his passion -- until now.
Firefighters responded to a second alarm fire on 121st Way Tuesday afternoon.
One person is recovering after several propane tanks caught fire at a propane refilling station at a U-Haul facility.
Westminster residents who were evacuated from their apartments when a fire broke out early Sunday morning are back in their homes.
Westminster firefighters responded to an apartment fire at the Copperwood Apartments on Sheridan Boulevard near 84th Avenue.
Firefighters in Westminster are coming together for kids in need.
Firefighters managed to rescue a man from a burning home early Thursday morning.
A mumps outbreak is under investigation by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
More than 20 people are out of their homes after a fire burned through an apartment building in Thornton Sunday morning.
One student was hurt in an explosion at Hidden Lake High School on Wednesday morning and rushed to the hospital. The school was closed for the rest of the day.
Firefighters in Westminster rushed to rescue a man who was stuck in a tree in his yard after the ladder he was using to rescue a cat that was stuck in the tree fell.
A man who neighbors say admitted to lighting fireworks inside his apartment that started a massive fire in a Westminster apartment complex has been charged in that case.
The burned out shell of homes at Westminster's Skyview Apartments tells the story of a devastating fire early Sunday morning -- a fire authorities now confirm was arson.
A late night fire in Westminster forced three people out of their homes.
The Westminster Fire Department is investigating the cause of a fire that displaced a family Saturday morning.
Gov. Jared Polis announced Monday a big addition to the EV Fast Charging Corridors Program that was established in 2018.
The mayor of the town of Morrison says shutting down their police force was primarily a financial decision.
The flames and thick black smoke were visible from the site located just outside the city limits of Windsor.
The Ice Castles will have two locations in Colorado this winter, one in Cripple Creek and the other in Eagle. It's the first time two castles have been built in the same state.
Police in northeastern Colorado chased and captured a wanted suspect out of Nebraska over the weekend.
Gov. Jared Polis announced Monday a big addition to the EV Fast Charging Corridors Program that was established in 2018.
The mayor of the town of Morrison says shutting down their police force was primarily a financial decision.
The flames and thick black smoke were visible from the site located just outside the city limits of Windsor.
The Ice Castles will have two locations in Colorado this winter, one in Cripple Creek and the other in Eagle. It's the first time two castles have been built in the same state.
Police in northeastern Colorado chased and captured a wanted suspect out of Nebraska over the weekend.
The mayor of Morrison said the plan to shut down the town's police force is purely a financial one.
The Boulder County Office of Fire Management will likely be conducting prescribed burns in the area around Marshall Mesa on Tuesday morning.
Multiplayer video gaming has been a sanctioned competition for Colorado public school students since 2022.
The YMCA's Youth in Government program gives high school students valuable experience creating legislation.
Gov. Jared Polis announced a big addition to the EV Fast-Charging Corridors Program that was established in 2018.
The Denver Broncos took a big step toward ending their long playoff drought with a 31-13 win over Indianapolis on Sunday.
Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday.
Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter talked about being a finalist for the Heisman Trophy just hours ahead of the award ceremony on Saturday.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Offensive lineman Garett Bolles has signed a contract extension with Denver Broncos, the team announced.
An ice storm created treacherous driving conditions in Iowa and eastern Nebraska over the weekend. Meanwhile, San Francisco was under a tornado warning.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
U.S. Rep-elect Gabe Evans (Col-R) has secured a seat on one of the most powerful committees.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
Multiple towns across Colorado's Front Range are close to obtaining their own unique zip codes after the "Zip Code Bill" passed unanimously through the U.S. House of Representatives.
The president-elect's choices to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, FDA and CDC, hold positions on issues including abortion and vaccination that are often at odds.
Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
According to data released Wednesday by Health Canada, about 4.7% of Canadians who died in 2023 received MAID, or Medical Assistance in Dying.
Gov. Jared Polis announced Monday a big addition to the EV Fast Charging Corridors Program that was established in 2018.
Last year a judge ruled that former barista Alendra "Len" Harris was illegally fired for organizing a union, but they're still waiting for a settlement.
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
A new center in Broomfield is working to make green energy more affordable for everyone.
A public meeting this week to consider a plan for a Buc-cee's in southern Colorado drew a large crowd.
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
The state's budget crisis means Colorado families who fought for access to a critical autism therapy now have more work to do.
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.
Shannon Lofland, a veteran deputy in the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, resigned this week amid a department internal investigation into her performing in adult videos, jobs she says she took "out of desperation."
An employee of Gate Gourmet, a catering company serving airlines at Denver International Airport, is under investigation by Denver police after an airline passenger said he caught the worker trying to secretly take a picture of the passenger in a bathroom stall.