Local News

A coordinated police and SWAT operation safely ended with the arrest of a wanted individual in Boulder on April 30, prompting temporary road closures in the downtown area.

Residents are urging Longmont City Council to act as a home operated by Mobarez Solutions — housing multiple sex offenders near a school and park — sparks debate ahead of a May 6 ordinance reading. The for-profit operator says its mission is to support safe reintegration and that it is a state-certified recovery residence.

A driver fleeing a traffic stop on Highway 85 led to a head-on crash that killed three people, including the suspect. The Weld County Sheriff’s Office says the investigation is ongoing.

Dispatcher and officer praised for swift response after icy-road crash leaves car flipped; driver rescued safely.

Families can learn more about Longmont’s inclusive SCOPE recreation program at a free ice cream social on May 2. The city initiative offers adaptive fitness, arts, and community events for people of all abilities.

Longmont’s beloved consignment boutique celebrates a new chapter with a grand re-opening May 9–10, offering curated fashion, décor, and designer treasures in an 11,000-square-foot space.

Ashley Beaudoin will receive the prestigious Gold Award for her leadership in education and student mentorship at a public ceremony hosted by CU Boulder.

An unscheduled vendor upgrade disrupted non-emergency and city department phone lines Tuesday; service was fully restored by 9:15 p.m., officials said.

Colorado’s free preschool program now enrolls 70 percent of eligible four-year-olds, though a new report highlights areas for improvement in program quality.

The Longmont Museum’s “Thursday Nights @ the Museum” wraps up May 1 with “On the Rise,” a live performance featuring emerging and established singer-songwriters from across Colorado and beyond.