Author: Spencer McKee
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“Shovel-wielding woman” charged with child abuse in dispute over trailhead parking
It’s no secret that Colorado’s popular trailheads can get a bit crowded on a sunny day. That said, as frustrating as it can be to show up to a lack of parking spots, it’s important that everyone keeps their cool. According to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, a disturbing situation recently unfolded at a popular…
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Man crushed to death by half-ton boulder while on trail in Colorado
A tragic situation unfolded on June 23 in Chaffee County, Colorado, when a man was killed by a boulder that dislodged along a trail. According to a report from the sheriff’s office, two men employed by a moving company stopped at the Rapid 5 1/2 pullover after completing a job for a quick walk along…
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Baseball-size hail a risk with Colorado’s urban I-25 under threat
Colorado isn’t necessarily known for severe storms happening overnight, but according to the National Weather Service, many of the state’s residents should plan for that to be the case. After damaging hail moved through parts of the urban I-25 corridor and Eastern Plains region on Tuesday, more baseball-size hail, damaging winds, and tornados are possible…
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AI played a big role in stopping a Colorado wildfire that sparked in rugged terrain
Recent months have brought plenty of talk about artificial intelligence, from concerns to benefits to everything in between. One positive that hasn’t been discussed much is how artificial intelligence can help officials spot wildfires faster. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the Log Jumper Fire sparked when lightning hit a tree on June 20,…
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Colorado’s first arcade bar closes after 15 years – but something big is on the way
After 15 years, Colorado’s first arcade bar has closed its doors – but the spot’s story is far from over. Per a recent announcement, The 1up Arcade Bar located on Blake Street in Denver is now shuttered. That said, the company’s Colfax, Greenwood Village, and Westminster locations are still going strong. That’s not all either…
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“Intense supercells will be possible”: Denver metro and I-25 corridor at risk of big hail
It’s another June day in Colorado and another round of serious hail could hit – and this time, the severe storms could have major impacts for the I-25 corridor, including the Denver metro area. According to the National Weather Service, the timing of possible storms will be 3 p.m. on Tuesday to 1 a.m. on…
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Moose attacks hiker with dogs in Pikes Peak region
On Monday evening, Colorado Parks and Wildlife along with Teller County Search and Rescue responded to a moose attack that took place on Lovell Gulch Trail near Woodland Park. The attack occurred at about 6:45 p.m., with the hiker evaluated by a medical team and ultimately released. Following the attack, the hiker’s dogs were briefly…
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Reported bear attack behind shutdown of popular Colorado park
In recent hours, news started to break that “aggressive bear activity” was behind the closure of a popular park located near Golden, Colorado. On Monday afternoon, a Colorado Parks and Wildlife press release on their investigation into a reported bear attack provided additional information about what prompted the shutdown. According to that press release, a…
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Apple-size hail a possible threat with severe storms expected in part of Colorado
The National Weather Service is monitoring a situation that could mean severe storms in northeast Colorado and along the Eastern Plains on June 22. A 12:31 p.m. report from the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center indicated that hazards related to the thunderstorms could include hail ranging from 2 to 3.5 inches (lime-size to the…
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Latest drought impacts at Colorado’s state parks include key water source running dry, major boating impacts
With roughly 98 percent of Colorado currently experiencing drought, additional related outdoor recreation impacts have been announced. According to Colorado Parks and Wildlife, extreme drought conditions are set to limit recreation at Slyvan Lake and Rifle Gap state parks, respectively near the towns of Eagle and Rifle. Dryness in this part of the state has…