Fort Collins

A motorcyclist sustained serious injuries in a crash on Thursday afternoon in Fort Collins. Police are investigating the incident.

Extreme heat in Northern Colorado has intensified challenges for the unhoused community after Loveland's temporary overnight shelter closed in April. Individuals like Daniel Edwards report health risks from the heat, while organizations such as The Salvation Army and House of Neighborly Service report increased demand for relief services. The Murphy Center in Fort Collins has expanded daytime hours to address the crisis, but nighttime remains difficult for those without shelter.

Woodward Inc. reported fiscal third-quarter earnings of $146.7 million with adjusted earnings of $2.52 per share, exceeding Wall Street expectations. The company, based in Fort Collins, Colorado, achieved revenue of $1.11 billion, matching forecasts, and operates in defense and aerospace markets.

Four major road construction projects in south Fort Collins are underway simultaneously due to funding requirements and asphalt availability during warmer weather. The projects have caused traffic delays and impacted local businesses like Vintage Marketplace, which has seen reduced customer traffic.

USDA union leaders and former officials oppose the Trump administration's proposal to downsize the Washington, D.C., headquarters and relocate over 2,500 employees to five regional offices, warning of potential layoffs and reduced capacity for critical services. The reorganization, led by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, aims to limit D.C. staff to 2,000 by 2025, with regional offices in Raleigh, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Fort Collins, and Salt Lake City.

Police are investigating after a body was found in a pond in Fort Collins.

A pedestrian involved in a train collision in Fort Collins on Monday afternoon is in stable condition. The incident occurred during the afternoon hours, and the individual's condition is currently stable.

The proposed Front Range passenger rail service, now named Colorado Connector (CoCo), aims to connect 12 communities from Pueblo to Fort Collins using existing freight lines. The first phase, expected to start in 2029, will link Denver to Fort Collins with three daily lines, while full service across the Front Range is planned by 2032 if voters approve a sales tax increase. Amtrak will operate initial service, and funding will combine federal grants, state funds, local revenue, and potential voter-approved taxes.

A fire near Fort Collins prompted brief evacuations east of Horsetooth Reservoir on Monday, with all mandatory orders lifted by 1:37 p.m. Voluntary evacuations for specific areas were also issued but later lifted. The cause remains unknown.

Evacuation orders for Fort Collins near Horsetooth Reservoir have been lifted after a wildfire prompted mandatory evacuations in the area.

Apple has selected Broadcom's Fort Collins plant for a multiyear agreement to manufacture 15 billion chips for wireless devices as part of a $30 billion deal.

A woman riding a bicycle was killed Monday evening in Fort Collins after a semitrailer at a road construction project struck her, according to Fort Collins Police Services.

In-N-Out is opening six new locations across five states, including Tennessee, with one location in Timnath, Colorado, near Fort Collins, already opened on June 24.

Colorado's fire danger remains high due to record-breaking heat, with Denver hitting 97°F, tying for the second hottest June 27th. Smoke from Utah and Arizona wildfires thickens, prompting air quality advisories and red flag warnings. A heat dome and dry conditions will sustain extreme temperatures through next week.

Fort Collins city staff plans to present a paid parking proposal to the City Council in August 2023, with business owners divided on its potential impact. Supporters argue it would improve convenience during events, while opponents fear it could deter visitors. Implementation is tentatively scheduled for January 2028, pending construction delays.

Two Colorado men, including a former county coroner, were arrested for allegedly mishandling at least 24 decomposing bodies and remains found behind a hidden door in a funeral home. They face 125 counts of abuse of a corpse, with investigators finding remains stored in conditions violating professional standards.

A 30-year-old man is in custody on multiple felony sexual assault allegations. Fort Collins police are seeking information about potential additional victims.

Pueblo City Council passed a resolution supporting a proposed passenger rail station for the Colorado Connector (CoCo) service by a 6-1 vote. Councilmember Joe Latino opposed the resolution, arguing northern Colorado should prioritize rail development first. The CoCo plan aims to establish passenger rail service from Fort Collins to Pueblo.

Residents in Fort Collins are being advised to remain indoors due to ongoing police activity in the area. The police activity has prompted a safety precaution for local residents.

A Fort Collins father, Wayne Sharrah, overcame a complex leukemia case after his son, Danny Sharrah, donated stem cells. Wayne's treatment included chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant, leading to remission nine months after diagnosis.

Fort Collins city council canceled its contract with Flock Safety, shutting down 15 license plate reader cameras after resident concerns about mass surveillance. The 6-1 vote followed privacy complaints, with council member Anne Nelson citing risks of data access beyond police use. Fort Collins Police Chief Jeff Swoboda supported the decision, stating the department would continue solving crime without the tool.

Fort Collins has canceled its contract with Flock Safety, shutting down 15 license plate reader cameras after a year and a half due to resident concerns over mass surveillance. City officials and residents expressed privacy concerns, while police acknowledged the tool's crime-solving benefits but supported its removal.

A man received nearly $400,000 in a lawsuit against Fort Collins Police over excessive force. The police chief stated the city is not admitting fault for the 2021 incident.

Fort Collins City Council voted to remove all Flock cameras within the city limits on a six-to-one vote.