Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1991, Scott Lancaster became the first person killed by a mountain lion in Colorado history. The 18-year-old high school student from Idaho Springs was attacked while jogging near his school.

A lawsuit has been filed against the Town of Palmer Lake and its officials over plans to annex land for a proposed Buc-ee's gas station. Read more in our Top Stories.

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Suspect Arrested in 16th Street Stabbings

Denver police have arrested a suspect in connection with a deadly stabbing spree along Denver's 16th Street Mall over the weekend.

The assaults, described as unprovoked and random, began on Saturday evening. Three stabbings took place within a 42-minute span, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to two men.

A fourth stabbing on Sunday night near 16th and Market Street resulted in another fatality. The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Elijah Caudill, was apprehended near the scene of the final attack.

The woman killed on Saturday has been identified as a flight attendant for American Airlines, reportedly visiting the mall during a layover.

Lawsuit Targets Palmer Lake Buc-ee's

A lawsuit has been filed against the Town of Palmer Lake and its officials over plans to annex land for a proposed Buc-ee's gas station near I-25 and County Line Road.

Nonprofits, including Integrity Matters and Westside Watch, allege improper annexation, open meeting law violations, and other governance issues.

The controversial proposal has faced significant public backlash since its inception, with additional complaints sent to Attorney General Phil Weiser requesting intervention.

The Palmer Lake Board of Trustees voted 4-1 in December to declare the land eligible for annexation, sparking public outcry. The town defended its process, stating it complied with legal requirements and ensured public participation.

Send Love with Loveland’s Valentine Program

This Valentine’s Day, messages of love can be sent through Loveland’s Valentine Re-mailing Program.

For 79 years, the Sweetheart City has hand-stamped over 100,000 valentines annually with collector’s stamps and postmarks before sending them worldwide.

The 2025 collector’s stamp features a heartfelt verse, while this year’s Valentine’s Day-themed card showcases a heart-shaped flurry of snowflakes paired with a poetic winter wish. Cards available online for $12 automatically go through the re-mailing program.

The international mailing deadline is Jan. 29, the U.S. deadline is Feb. 7, and Colorado's deadline is Feb. 10. See stamp artwork and the 2025 Loveland Valentine’s Day card.

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➤ Statewide: Nearly half of Colorado teachers are considering leaving the profession, though fewer than in recent years, due to low pay, safety concerns, and heavy workloads, according to a Colorado Education Association report. (More)

➤ Denver: The Professional Women’s Hockey League set an attendance record over the weekend with 14,108 fans at Ball Arena as Minnesota beat Montréal 4-2 during the league's third stop in its nine-city Takeover Tour. (See Details)

➤ Fountain: The annual bird count in Fountain Creek Regional Park revealed fewer species as North American bird populations continue to decline. (More)

➤ Aurora: Matthew Barr, former CEO of Survwest, LLC., was indicted for allegedly falsifying business records to obtain $2.3 million in COVID-19 relief funds and spending $843,000 of company funds on luxury cars, private jets, and vacations. (More)

➤ Douglas County: Local school district faces a federal investigation into its handling of discrimination and bullying reports involving black and biracial students. The investigation remains ongoing. (More)

➤ Arapahoe Basin: The ski patrol voted 30-22 to unionize, joining resorts like Park City Mountain Resort to address wages, scheduling, and living costs. Certification is pending. (See Details)

➤ The Denver Nuggets rallied to overcome a 19-point deficit on Sunday, beating the Mavericks 112-101 with dominant fourth-quarter play led by Westbrook and Jokic. (More)

➤ The Colorado Avalanche fell 3-0 to the Winnipeg Jets, finishing their road trip 1-2-0. Mackenzie Blackwood made 26 saves, but Colorado's offense struggled throughout. (More)

➤ The Colorado Buffaloes men's basketball team faltered in a 78-70 loss to No. 21 West Virginia on Sunday, their fourth straight defeat, despite 23 points from Julian Hammond III. (More)

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➤ The Arvada Beer Garden will debut in 2025 near Olde Town Arvada, backed by several million dollars from local taxpayers to revitalize the Ralston Fields area. (See Details)

➤ Edgewater Public Market in northwest Denver has been sold for $25.5 million to CentrePoint Properties, which intends to upgrade the popular retail and dining destination. (More)

➤ Colorado’s push for renewable energy has sparked questions about grid reliability as demand surges, coal plants close, and delays threaten key infrastructure projects. (More)

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➤ The Denver Broncos ended their best season in nearly a decade, with rookie quarterback Bo Nix leading a playoff return and sparking renewed optimism. Here are some of the season's top moments. (See Moments)

➤ Estes Park will host its first-ever skijoring event on Jan. 25-26, featuring horse-drawn skiing races, live music, local food trucks, and kid-friendly activities. (See Details)

➤ Bowie, the “Uber Dog,” rides along as a Colorado Uber driver’s co-pilot, charming passengers and becoming a viral sensation online. (Watch Video)

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