Forget about scrolling Netflix—real life is serving up a five-star drama right here in Colorado. From Wild West-style shootouts to porch-exploding chemistry sets, the news this week reads like a series of rejected Coen Brothers scripts. Whether it’s a suspect catching their last ride in Elizabeth or traffic on I-25 showing off its classic “parking lot cosplay,” one thing’s for sure: Colorado never fails to keep things interesting. Oh, and if you were hoping to get rich quick by starting a few thousand LLCs, maybe rethink that plan—unless you really enjoy explaining yourself to law enforcement.
- Elizabeth’s Wild West Showdown
In a scene straight out of a Western, a deputy was injured and a suspect killed during a search warrant operation in Elizabeth. The town issued a shelter-in-place order, turning a quiet morning into a real-life action movie. Who needs Hollywood when you have Elizabeth? Read more. - Arapahoe County’s Explosive Surprise
Residents in Arapahoe County got an unexpected chemistry lesson when a mysterious container on a porch exploded, releasing a white powder. Hazmat teams rushed in, and thankfully, it turned out to be less Breaking Bad and more baking soda. Read more. - Charity Scams: The Unwanted Aftermath of Hurricanes
In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, charity scams are popping up like mushrooms after rain. The U.S. Attorney’s Office is warning the public to be cautious. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is—especially if it involves a Nigerian prince. Read more. - I-25: The Never-Ending Traffic Saga
A crash south of Walsenburg closed I-25, causing headaches for drivers. CDOT advised slower speeds, but let’s be honest, when has traffic on I-25 ever been fast? It’s like a parking lot with a view. Read more. - Business Filings: The Fraudulent Frenzy
Colorado’s business filing fee holiday led to a surge in new LLCs, but not all were legit. One man registered 15,000 businesses to a single address, raising questions about the state’s economic growth. It’s like Monopoly, but with real money and a lot more paperwork. Read more.
If nothing else, these stories should remind us that the world outside our front doors is rarely boring—and usually way weirder than fiction. But hey, we wouldn’t have it any other way, right? Now it’s your turn: What’s the wildest thing you’ve seen in your neck of the woods lately? Got a take on Elizabeth’s shootout, the I-25 gridlock, or the entrepreneurial spirit gone wild? Drop your thoughts in the comments below—bonus points if it makes us laugh.
