Arapahoe County
Coverage of Arapahoe County in the Nexus archive.
- WATCH: Arapahoe County deputy credited with helping save 1-month-old baby
A 1-month-old baby named Kai stopped breathing at a Centennial hotel, but Arapahoe County Deputy Abrams performed CPR for over five minutes until paramedics arrived, helping save the infant's life. The baby is now recovering at home in Vancouver, British Columbia, with his family.
- Arapahoe County, Denver and Aurora team up to address safety concerns on Florida Avenue corridor
Arapahoe County, Denver, and Aurora are collaborating on a regional corridor study to address safety concerns on Florida Avenue. The initiative, led by DRCOG and Arapahoe County, focuses on improving pedestrian, bicyclist, and transit access while gathering public input to identify solutions like roundabouts, speed bumps, and better signage.
- Colorado company at Centennial Airport transforms military helicopters into firefighting machines
A Colorado company at Centennial Airport, United Rotorcraft, converts military Black Hawk helicopters into Firehawks for aerial firefighting. The process, pioneered in the 1990s, involves customizing aircraft with water tanks and snorkel systems to meet specific agency needs, creating jobs and contributing to the local aviation economy.
- Colorado company at Centennial Airport transforms military helicopters into firefighting machines
A Colorado company at Centennial Airport converts military Black Hawk helicopters into firefighting Firehawks. The process, pioneered by Jeanette Eaton, involves outfitting the aircraft with water tanks and snorkel systems. The company's work supports Arapahoe County's aviation economy.
- Arapahoe County officials investigating senior living facility
Arapahoe County officials are investigating a senior living facility and seeking public assistance to identify potential victims. The investigation focuses on concerns at the facility, though specific details about allegations or incidents are not provided in the article.
- 3 missile silo trespassers from first incident to face charges
Three trespassers from the first of two separate incidents at a missile silo in Arapahoe County will face charges after crews had to rescue them from the silo.
- Second rescue in a week at abandoned missile silo in Arapahoe County
Firefighters in Arapahoe County conducted a second rescue at an abandoned missile silo within a week, saving two individuals. The first rescue involved an 18-year-old a week earlier.
- 2nd rescue in a week at abandoned missile silo in Arapahoe County
Firefighters in Arapahoe County rescued two individuals from an abandoned missile silo, marking the second such rescue in a week. The incident occurred at the same location where an 18-year-old was previously rescued.
- After teen’s missile silo rescue, FOX31 presses Waste Management for answers
An 18-year-old is recovering after being rescued from an abandoned missile silo in Arapahoe County. FOX31 is now asking what happens next and has pressed Waste Management for answers.
- Six people have been detained after gunfire reported at Cherry Creek State Park beach; no known injuries
Six people were detained after gunfire was reported at Cherry Creek State Park's swim beach in Arapahoe County, Colorado. Law enforcement, including Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, responded to the incident, which occurred around 3:30 p.m. Sunday. No injuries were reported, and part of the beach was closed during the ongoing investigation.
- After teen’s missile silo rescue, FOX31 presses Waste Management for answers
An 18-year-old is recovering after being rescued from an abandoned missile silo in Arapahoe County. FOX31 is pressing Waste Management for answers regarding the incident.
- Water rescue operation underway at Cherry Creek State Park
A water rescue operation is underway at Cherry Creek State Park in Arapahoe County, Colorado. South Metro Fire Rescue, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office have responded to the incident. The situation is still developing and will be updated.
- 1 swims to safety, 1 rescued at Platte Reservoir
Two individuals were involved in an incident at Platte Reservoir in Arapahoe County. One person swam to safety, while another was rescued from the water on Tuesday evening.
- Man charged in Medicaid fraud scheme over adult daycare in Arapahoe County
A Colorado man has been charged with 12 counts of Medicaid fraud related to an adult daycare center in Arapahoe County, as stated in official releases.
- Colorado weather blog: Severe t-storm watch issued for NE Plains
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for northeastern Colorado until 8 p.m., with potential for large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rain. Metro Denver experiences hot weather in the 90s, while the Front Range sees scattered showers.
- History repeats: Bow Mar revives effort to keep non‑residents off town streets
Bow Mar, an affluent Colorado town, is installing gates at two entrances to restrict non-residents, citing traffic and safety concerns. This mirrors a 1973 effort to block a road with a barricade, which neighbors criticized as exclusionary. Legal experts suggest incorporated cities may have authority to restrict roads for public safety.
- Bow Mar approves road gates to cut down on traffic, but Denver and Littleton want the town to wait
Bow Mar's Board of Trustees approved plans to install gates at community entrances to reduce traffic, prompting opposition from Denver and Littleton, which argue the project should pause until neighboring municipalities reach an agreement. Community reactions are split, with some residents supporting safety measures and others questioning the legality of restricting public roads.