Erie
Coverage of Erie in the Nexus archive.
- Erie seeing success with voluntary water conservation
Erie residents saved 54 million gallons of water from April to June, a 10% reduction from their five-year average, under voluntary drought restrictions. Residents are encouraged to water lawns twice weekly, with some opting for native plants or converting turf to gardens. Comparisons show Northglenn, under mandatory restrictions, achieved a 3% reduction.
- Man arrested after hit-and-run crash killed 3-year-old
A man was arrested by Erie police after a hit-and-run crash that killed a 3-year-old. The incident occurred earlier this year in the town of Erie.
- Man charged with murder following reported vehicle crash in Erie
A 29-year-old man is facing a first-degree murder charge linked to a vehicle crash incident reported early on June 21 in Erie.
- ‘Killed it’: Homeowner says driver obliterated mailbox and insurance gave him the runaround
John Kurkowski's mailbox was destroyed in a hit-and-run in Denver. Neighbors provided the suspect's vehicle details, which he used to file a claim with the driver's insurance company, Erie. After initial resistance, the insurance agreed to pay $800 for the damage. Attorney Jason Stoogenke advised on handling similar claims.
- Northern Water wins some, loses some on its $2.7 billion dams project
Northern Water's $2.7 billion two-dam project faces challenges as cities withdraw and costs rise. Erie, Colorado, reduced its water share and increased financial commitment to the project amid delays and uranium contamination at Chimney Hollow reservoir, with projected costs for water reaching $85,000–$95,000 per acre-foot.