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'He's our poppa': Colorado Springs Catholics remember Pope Francis as merciful advocate for the poor and marginalized

2 days ago | coloradopolitics.com | Debbie Kelley

The amiable Roman Catholic leader for the past 12 years, Pope Francis, died early Monday morning leaving a legacy as the pope of peace, mercy and overarchingly a champion for the common people, some of his flock noted Monday in reflecting on his passing. Colorado Springs resident Leah Aguirre said she couldn’t believe that Pope Francis, 88, returned to publicly greeting people as soon as he was well enough. The pope had been hospitalized from Feb.
Colorado Energy Office issues $17 million in geothermal grants

4 days ago | coloradopolitics.com | Scott Weiser

The Colorado Energy Office announced $14.4 million in new funding awards this month to further support geothermal heating projects across Colorado. The grants promote Gov. Jared Polis’ “Heat Beneath Our Feet” program to exploit geothermal energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The program began with $12 million in grants authorized by the General Assembly in 2022 by House Bill 22-1381.
Federal judge advances convicted man's lawsuit over $3,406 still in Denver's possession

6 days ago | coloradopolitics.com | Michael Karlik

A federal judge this month agreed an incarcerated man may proceed to sue Denver and the commander of its major crimes division for refusing to return $3,406 that authorities confiscated after his arrest 20 years ago. Jurors convicted Brian Hicks of murder in 2011. Originally, police arrested Hicks in 2005 and charged him with attempted murder. However, prosecutors dismissed the charges after a key witness was slain.
Federal judge allows Denver sheriff employee's discrimination claim to proceed

1 week ago | coloradopolitics.com | Michael Karlik

A federal judge agreed on Monday that a Denver sheriff's sergeant may proceed with his claim that he was subjected to sex-based discrimination when he was passed over for promotion in favor of female employees who were less qualified. U.S. District Court Judge Nina Y. Wang observed a forthcoming U.S. Supreme Court decision may alter the level of proof needed for "reverse discrimination" cases, meaning those in which an employer discriminates against a majority group, rather than a minority.
Appeals court, prosecution, defense all agree judge violated Routt County defendant's right to counsel

1 week ago | coloradopolitics.com | Michael Karlik

After the government and the defense both expressed rare agreement that a judge failed to ensure a Routt County defendant validly gave up his right to counsel, Colorado's second-highest court ordered a redo of the proceedings on Thursday. Jurors convicted Movses Mikaelyan in 2023 for the unauthorized use of a financial device. Shortly afterward, his public defender withdrew from the case.
Colorado Springs man accused of 'Declaration of War' death threat to Musk, Tesla owners

1 week ago | coloradopolitics.com | Natasha Lynn

A Colorado Springs man was arrested by the FBI Tuesday on suspicion of writing a "Declaration of War" against the Trump administration, threatening "newsworthy killings" that would begin on Thursday. Among those threatened in the document was billionaire Tesla CEO Elon Musk, as well as "owners, drivers and occupants of Tesla Swasticars." The man, identified as Carl Howard Payne Jr., 58, was taken into custody, according to a neighbor interviewed by The Gazette.
Colorado Springs temporarily pauses section 8 vouchers, worrying housing advocates

1 week ago | coloradopolitics.com | Debbie Kelley

A waiting list of more than 2,880 Colorado Springs households seeking federally subsidized Section 8 housing vouchers is not shrinking, nor is it growing. Two months ago, the Colorado Springs Housing Authority paused new issuance of processing applications from the list as units open up, said Chad Wright, executive director of the independent agency.
Federal judge allows excessive force claims to proceed against Moffat County, Craig officers

1 week ago | coloradopolitics.com | Michael Karlik

A federal judge last week permitted a man's excessive force claims to proceed against law enforcement officers from Craig and Moffat County, who allegedly rammed him with a car as he was walking away with his hands in the air. Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge Scott T. Varholak noted that plaintiff Tanner Sholes, as alleged, was disobeying orders to get on the ground and was suspected of being a felon carrying a gun.
Appeals court rules dead witness's prior testimony may be used in criminal case

1 week ago | coloradopolitics.com | Michael Karlik

Colorado's second-highest court clarified for the first time last week that a witness who testifies in a civil case, but who dies before a related criminal case goes to trial, may have their testimony used in the criminal proceedings. A three-judge Court of Appeals panel concluded that if the criminal defendant had a "full, fair, and motivated opportunity" to question the witness prior to death, there is no constitutional or evidentiary violation from letting jurors hear the statements.
Northeast Colorado judge inappropriately aided friend in multiple cases, discipline officials say

1 week ago | coloradopolitics.com | Michael Karlik

A judge from northeastern Colorado used his position to aid a friend across multiple cases, and ordered the pretrial release of her boyfriend who was accused of felonies, disciplinary officials alleged in a filing on Tuesday. District Court Judge Justin B.