The backlog in Colorado's jail system is keeping mentally ill people in limbo for extended periods, and the problem is so severe that the state is paying millions in fines as a result.
By The Associated Press, David Koenig and Seung Min Kim
President Joe Biden’s choice to run the Federal Aviation Administration has withdrawn his nomination. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg confirmed the withdrawal of Denver International Airport CEO Phillip Washington in a tweet Saturday night.
By The Associated Press, Colleen Slevin, Jesse Bedayn and Thomas Peipert
Colorado teachers flooded into the state Capitol to press for better protections for students and school staff after a 17-year-old Denver student shot two administrators, fled to the mountains and killed himself.
Nikola Jokic had 31 points and 11 assists, Jamal Murray finished with 26 points and nine assists, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 129-106 in a matchup of the NBA's conference leaders.
Colorado Mesa University’s Head Baseball Coach Chris Hanks won his 1000th game as a head coach during the Mavericks blowout 15-0 win over Colorado Christian University.