As the Fourth of July approaches, many will be tempted to take advantage of Colorado’s rivers and lakes to beat the heat. Enjoy the sunshine, but make sure to keep a close watch on children and loved ones around the water. Accidents can happen quickly. So far this year, 13 people have drowned in Colorado’s… read more
Dr. Mike Hauser, a 68-year-old-podiatrist from Monument, CO, was eating cantaloupe to stay healthy while recovering from a rare blood cancer known as myeloma. He and several others eventually became horribly sick, and many died a painful death as a result of a listeria infection from the tainted fruit. Several Colorado families with similar stories… read more
June 28 will be the first “Breaking Silence Benefit and Poker Run for Exploited and Trafficked Children”, a motorcycle rally to raise funds and promote awareness about the dangers of human trafficking. Hosted by Tania Riedel and Frank Serrano, the event was designed to “bring awareness to [the] community about local sex trafficking and child… read more
During the long lazy days of summer, seasoned motorcyclists are tempted to take long road trips on their bikes. It is also the season to attempt challenging long distance rides like the Colorado Classic 1000 and the infamous Iron Butt. Long motorcycle rides are wonderful, providing picturesque views of the Colorado landscape and endless adventures… read more
In a hit-and-run collision, most drivers flee the scene to avoid responsibility for the accident, often due to alcohol or drug use. Drivers operating a vehicle without a valid driver’s license or insurance have also been known to run rather than take responsibility for their mistake. While it is appalling enough for a driver to… read more
When a job opportunity caused Eric Levy to move to Denver in 2002, his first order of business was becoming a member of the BMW Motorcycle Club of Colorado. He soon realized that even a room full of seasoned bikers hesitate when anyone mentions the “Iron Butt.” Aptly named, the “Iron Butt” covers 11,000 miles… read more
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can be especially difficult for children and adolescents, due to the social, academic and physical challenges they are already experiencing. Until recently, doctors believed that injured teens had only a year to regain their mental abilities before permanent damage prevented further improvement. A new study disputes that assumption, showing that by… read more
Police are requesting information about a stolen motorcycle that could have been sold on June 1. The motorcycle in question, a KTM 2009 XC250 was stolen during a burglary in Denver on May 30. Denver police now suspect that the bike may have been sold at the Mile High Flea Market to a person who… read more
On Thursday June 5, 58-year-old Denver resident Eugene Guerra was struck and killed in a hit-and-run accident at the corner of East 48th Avenue and Clarkson Street. On Friday afternoon, the man’s 18-year-old nephew identified himself as the driver and surrendered to police. According to reports, the young man was backing a white Chevrolet pickup… read more
A man attempting to outrun police on a stolen motorcycle was lucky to escape without injury when he crashed the stolen bike into a car. A Colorado Springs police sergeant saw the man riding a bike without plates in the 2800 block of Circle Drive and attempted to pull him over. The motorcyclist pulled into… read more
