What Led James Holmes Into The Aurora Theater Shooting? New Book Suggests Answers Aren't Likely
William H. Reid was one of two court-appointed psychiatrists who evaluated Holmes’ mental health before the trial.
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Colorado Faces Growing Legal Jeopardy Over Dealing With Mentally Ill Inmates
Read moreIf someone is found mentally incompetent to stand trial, the state is required to “restore” them to competency within 28 days. Lawyers and advocates say the state is taking far longer.
State Sued For Fourth Time For How They Treat Mentally Ill In Jail
Read moreThe suit comes at a time when the Colorado Department of Human Services say the number of mentally ill people in jail has skyrocketed.
Colorado Offers Walk-In Centers For Those Considering Suicide
Read moreLoved ones should feel free to ask questions and intervene if they sense a loved one is considering ending their life, an expert says.
Get Ready To Smile: New Downtown Art Will Give Denver A ‘Happy City’ Makeover
Read more“We feel the art excites people, it disarms them and it sort of makes them ready for the conversation,” says David Ehrlich of the Denver Theatre District.
Officials Fear Financial Penalties In Light Of Jail Mental Competency Bill’s Failure
Read moreA bill that died at the stroke of midnight Thursday would have shifted much of the state’s mentally ill treatment for people in jail to the jails themselves.
Does Colorado Need A 'Red Flag' Law Or Are Current Statutes Enough?
Read moreMany argue that the bar for Colorado's "imminent danger" statute is simply too high and that state needs a red flag law to lower that bar.
Party Leader's Support Of Gun Warning Bill Raises Red Flags Among Republicans
Read moreState Rep. Cole Wist, a Republican from Arapahoe County, has drawn ire from his party for supporting the so-called "Red Flag Warning" bill.
State Pushes For Longer Treatment Window For Mentally Ill Inmates
Read moreIn the final few days of the legislative session, the bills will likely get a final Senate vote by the end of the week and then head to the House for consideration.
Bipartisan Bill Paves Way For Colo. Red Flag Gun Law
Read moreDemocrat state Rep. Alec Garnett proposed the bipartisan 'gun restraining order' bill, which empower judges to temporarily remove firearms from potentially dangerous people.
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Meet The New Max Wycisk Fellows
Colorado Public Radio welcomed two recent graduates into yearlong positions as the organization kicks off the fourth year of the Max Wycisk Fellowships.
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