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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 14h

NEW: Certainly a long, long road ahead, but this #Colorado young man already survived being shot in the head and chest, his heart stopped twice and numerous surgeries. Something tells me he's gonna keep pushing forward.

Student critically wounded in Evergreen High School shooting leaves hospital, tells supporters: “I’m still alive!”

Matthew Silverstone heads home five weeks after being shot in head and chest during shooting spree at Evergreen High School

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 18h

UPDATES: Here's the latest from the next round of storms that soaked southern #Colorado again last night and early Tuesday morning. #cowx #flooding

Rain in southwestern Colorado raises rivers to levels unseen since the 1970s, water stored in one reservoir doubles

The San Juan River near Pagosa Springs peaked at 12.6 feet deep. People still are out of their homes in Vallecito.

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 4d

As someone who beat the widow-maker heart attack, has had roughly 20 precancerous skin issues removed and had nearly a foot of my colon removed, I really encourage all men, especially those in #Colorado mountain towns, to get over themselves & make annual doctor visits.

New group for men in Telluride hopes to prod talk about health care, seed similar groups in Colorado mountain towns

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 5d

UPDATES: At least a dozen business in the 2-story strip mall are destroyed, including a children's nature center that housed numerous animals all presumed dead. More on this #Colorado mountain town blaze. Luckily, the town's grocery story remains standing.

Nederland shopping center that anchored both town and travel is on fire

Central Nederland was ordered evacuated early Thursday a firefighters worked to protect the center near the Carousel of Happiness

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 5d

BREAKING: Early-morning fire destroys main hub in small #Colorado mountain town west of #Boulder. Updates to come.

Nederland shopping center that anchored both town and travel is on fire

Central Nederland was ordered evacuated early Thursday a firefighters worked to protect the center near the Carousel of Happiness

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 8d

When I was editing this story, I couldn't wait to share it out on my accounts. What great storytelling and so much to learn from this story and the rest of our "What is a river?" series about the Arkansas River, from its start near Leadville out to the #Colorado border with Kansas. Enjoy.

Archeologists find that people sent to Amache during WWII sought respite in the Arkansas River

The federal government kept detailed records of every crop in Amache’s agricultural program, but overlooked the ways incarcerees cultivated personal gardens

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 13d

NEW: Pitkin County sheriff talks about reviewing the Hunter S. Thompson death, but has little information, @jesseapaul.bsky.social reports from #Aspen. #colorado.

Pitkin County sheriff says he remains confident that Hunter S. Thompson died by suicide

Sheriff Michael Buglione said the case review was prompted by “things (Anita Thompson) has been hearing from friends and possible relatives”

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 14d

NEW: Hunter S. Thompson had a "profound impact" in #Aspen & #Colorado. Said the current sheriff: “By bringing in an outside agency for a fresh look, we hope to provide a definitive and transparent review that may offer peace of mind to his family and the public.” @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has more

Colorado authorities reviewing 2005 probe into Hunter S. Thompson’s death

The famous author, known for his gonzo journalism, died by apparent suicide in his home in Woody Creek, outside of Aspen in 2005

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 27d

Family gives update on one of the Evergreen students shot last week at a #Colorado high school. “It’s going to be a long road. We are coming to grips with what could be a lifelong recovery.” @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has more.

Matthew Silverstone, victim in Evergreen High School shooting, still “fighting for his life,” family says

Cards sent to Silverstone, who turned 18 the day before he was shot, credit the teen with making sure others made it to safety

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · 29d

NEW: Big development late last night that will shift the mood of the #Colorado statehouse. @jesseapaul.bsky.social has more. #copolitics #coleg

Top Republican in Colorado House resigns in wake of special session clash with Democrats

House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese, a Colorado Springs Republican, said her kids “need their mom right now — and I need to keep them safe”

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The Colorado Sun ☀️ @coloradosun.com · Sep 12

NEW: Yadira Caraveo ends bid to reclaim 8th Congressional District seat citing resistance to her candidacy

Yadira Caraveo ends bid to reclaim 8th Congressional District seat citing resistance to her candidacy

Caraveo was running despite the concerns of Democratic leaders about her mental health and allegations that she mistreated her congressional and campaign staff. The Colorado Sun made those accusations...

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 12

NEW: Crowd fills Evergreen park as #Colorado community begins healing from school shooting.

“We will triumph over evil”: Evergreen vigil attended by a few thousand begins long road of healing for students, community

Governor praises teachers, staff for saving students, sends words of encouragement with positive vision to move forward together

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 11

Updates: We will be following all the news today after the #Colorado school shooting yesterday. You can find new info through the day here from our @coloradosun.com team.

Evergreen High School shooting: One teen remains in critical condition, another victim stable

The school is closed Thursday and Friday to allow students and families to connect with mental health resources.

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 10

DEVELOPING: We have reporters en route, but here is the latest from @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social on the #Colorado high school shooting in Evergreen.

At least 2 students shot at Evergreen High School, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says

At least two students were shot Wednesday at Evergreen High School, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said. The students are en route to a hospital, the sheriff’s office said. Officials said they...

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 10

Steps like this around #Colorado are new ways we can help those who are experiencing #homelessness. Big policy changes help, too, but within a #Denver community there are small actions that can make a huge impact. @jenbrowncolo.bsky.social has more.

How a little help desk inside a Denver rec center is preventing homelessness

Elevated Denver purposely put the Westwood help desk in a spot with no stigma, next to a library branch and fitness classes

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 9

NEW: Field for #Colorado race in 2026 is filling up on both sides. Here's the latest info on the Republican field from @jesseapaul.bsky.social. #copolitics

Republican Barbara Kirkmeyer is running to be Colorado’s next governor

The state senator from Brighton ran unsuccessfully for Congress in 2022. She sits on the legislature’s powerful Joint Budget Committee.

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 8

We started our @coloradosun.com "What is a river?" project over the weekend & we're off to a big start. Today's story looks at what one #Colorado town is doing to make Arkansas River a bigger part of its overall community & lifestyle. @lancebenzel.bsky.social has more.

Cañon City is using the Arkansas River to wash off its “prison town” reputation. Steep obstacles remain.

After 15 years of river and trail improvements, the southern Colorado city is confronting the legacy of its industrial past

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 4

Will #Colorado get it's second Buc-ee's? Despite this recommendation that says no, I think it's got a pretty good chance and will change that section of I-25.

Palmer Lake planning commission says Buc-ee’s current proposal does not fit small town’s master plan

An annexation for an El Paso County store off I-25 brings light and water concerns, but town’s Board of Trustees will have the final say

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 4

NEW: Women from #Colorado jail trying to fight back. @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has details on the disturbing allegations and others in the department allegedly looking the other way.

18 women initiate class-action suit against former Colorado jail commander over allegedly watching strip-search videos thousands of times

One woman told The Colorado Sun that jail officials never told her she would be recorded as they searched her as often as 4 times a month

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Larry Ryckman @larryryckman.bsky.social · Sep 3

New: Colorado issues orders allowing people to get a COVID vaccination this year without a prescription coloradosun.com/2025/09/03/c...

Colorado issues orders allowing people to get a COVID vaccination this year without a prescription

Colorado health officials issued an order allowing people to get a COVID vaccine without a prescription at pharmacies like CVS or Walgreens

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 3

Wonderful feature about the tenacity of one #Colorado woman to see a dream come true for the community where she grew up. @jblevinscosun.bsky.social tells her story & what it will mean for the mountain town just a short drive from Denver.

The woman behind the Mighty Argo in Idaho Springs

Mary Jane Loevlie grew up in Idaho Springs and her Mighty Argo gondola and mountain top plaza will cement a legacy of historic preservation.

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Sep 2

NEW: $3M bond amount stays, but Barry Morphew, suspect in his wife's death on Mother's Day in 2020 in southern #Colorado, can use other ways to secure bail. @oliviaprentzel.bsky.social has more on the latest hearing in the Susanne Morphew first-degree murder case that has stunned a small town.

Colorado judge denies request to lower Barry Morphew’s $3M bond

The judge modified his bond so that it can be secured with property or through a bondsman. If posted, Barry Morphew must wear a GPS monitor.

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The Colorado Sun ☀️ @coloradosun.com · Aug 26

Democrats will debate resolution condemning former Rep. Ryan Armagost for photo scandal

The moves comes after the Berthoud Republican abruptly resigned from the state legislature last week in an apparent attempt to avoid a censure

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Aug 26

Really fun read about a #Colorado company working to get back on the moon with a new lunar vehicle. Never know what's going on down some of those dirt roads in southern CO! (Great photos & video, and link to Daily Sun-Up podcast were we talk about going for a ride.)

A moon rover is driving around a ranch in southern Colorado. Here's why.

The lunar terrain vehicle from Golden-based Lunar Outpost is competing to be NASA’s human transportation system on the moon later this decade.

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David Krause @davidkrause.bsky.social · Aug 25

NEW: #Colorado lawmakers hitting pause on start of new #AI bill after special session talks go nowhere. @jesseapaul.bsky.social has the latest updates from under the golden dome.
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Colorado lawmakers abandon special session effort to tweak AI law, will push back start date to June 2026

The move came after a deal between consumer advocates, the tech industry and others on how to move forward on the measure fell apart

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