The timing was a coincidence, but the stakes have never been higher.
CO Independent: Why George Floyd protests resonated so early in Denver
After years of community pressure for police reform, the city was primed for protest.
Westword: Civilian Team May Respond to 911 Crisis Calls Instead of Denver Police
The Denver Police Department is rolling out a program in which unarmed first-responder teams of paramedics and mental health professionals will start handling some low-level 911 calls that police would otherwise respond to.
Fox31 Denver: Denver deputy fired for ignoring inmate having seizures
A Denver Sheriff’s deputy has been fired after the department determined she ignored an inmate having seizures and took no responsibility.