Fort Collins
Coverage of Fort Collins in the Nexus archive.
- Fort Collins to have big role in Apple’s $30B manufacturing deal with chipmaker
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.
- Cyclist killed in crash with semitrailer at construction site
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 reveals 6 new locations across 5 states — including Tennessee — opening 'soon'
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 weather: Fire danger remains high again on Sunday
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 business owners express mixed feelings as city considers bringing back paid parking in Old Town
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.
- Brothers are accused of mishandling remains of two dozen people at Colorado funeral home
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.
- Man arrested on sexual assault allegations, Fort Collins police seek more victims
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 passes resolution in support of proposed station for 'CoCo'
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 told to stay in homes due to Fort Collins police activity
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.
- Fort Collins father beats leukemia after son donates stem cells to save his life
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 residents react as city cancels Flock Safety contract
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 residents react as city cancels Flock Safety contract
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.
- Man receives nearly $400K settlement in excessive force suit vs. Fort Collins Police
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 votes to remove Flock cameras
Fort Collins City Council voted to remove all Flock cameras within the city limits on a six-to-one vote.