Doug Schepman News Today

The Denver Police Department has launched a new drone program that will respond to emergency calls instead of officers. The program is expected to start in six to 12 months.

Picture this: You call 911 and a drone comes whirring to your door instead of a police officer.

Colorado law enforcement agencies are considering using drones as first responders -- that is, sending them in response to 911 calls -- as police departments across Denver and beyond continue to widely embrace the use of the remote-controlled flying machines.

The 529 Garage program launched in April 2023. By registering, bike owners have a better chance of being re-united with the bike if it's ever lost or stolen.

Recruiting efforts for Denver police are falling short of Mayor Mike Johnston's 2024 budget goals. Training for the first class of recruits begins on Monday, with just 36 spots filled.

A free anti-theft clinic for Hyundai owners starts Friday at Empire Field at Mile High in Denver.

A free anti-theft clinic for Hyundai owners starts Friday at Empire Field at Mile High in Denver.

The crime occurred near the 2100 block of North High Street

Denver paid out $39.5 million to resolve large claims, including lawsuits, against the city from 2017 to 2023, with more than a quarter stemming for the 2020 racial justice protests.

Police believe Naudiaerella "Naudia" Wesley, 27, was killed just before Thanksgiving. Her body has not been found, no arrests have been made and police believe the person who killed her is dead.