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2023 Annual Firefighters Car Fest on Sunday
Updated: 08/03/2023 at 10:55 PM

Join Arvada fire for their 2023 Annual Firefighters Car Fest, being held this Sunday (August 6th), at the Stenger Soccer Complex. There will be a DJ, firetrucks, food, and of course the car show. The event is free for spectators and those who want to register a vehicle can learn more at www.FAFFD.org – All proceeds benefit the Friends of Arvada Fire Protection District.

City of Arvada now accepting applications for Resident Rebate Program
Updated: 08/02/2023 at 08:05 PM

This week the City of Arvada announced they are now accepting applications for the Resident Rebate Program. The program aims at providing rebates to members of the Arvada community who are in financial need and meet eligibility requirements. If approved, residents can receive up to $85 plus an additional $50 for each dependent.

Police activity closes I-70
Updated: 08/02/2023 at 01:51 AM

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At least 1 victim shot in home invasion
Updated: 08/30/2022 at 04:01 AM

Just after 7:50PM, the Wheat Ridge Police Department notified the public that they are responding to a shooting at a residence, in the 4600 block of Otis Street. Police advised the victim reported that two men “burst” into the residence. Upon entering the residence, at least one suspect shot the victim.

Splash Pad closed for construction
Updated: 08/08/2022 at 02:00 AM

The City of Arvada advised that the Splash Pad and restrooms at Ralston Central Park will be closed from 8AM-5PM on Monday (Aug. 8th) and Wednesday (Aug. 10). The closure is to allow for crews to work on construction related to the Ralson Road Project.

Arvada Fire responding to vehicle vs motorcycle crash on eastbound I70 at Ward
Updated: 08/03/2022 at 12:39 AM

Arvada Fire and law enforcement are currently on scene of a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle. The accident is reported on eastbound I-70, just east of Ward Road. Expect delays in the area as first responder remain on scene.

Today starts RTD's month long Zero Fare for Better Air initiative
Updated: 08/01/2022 at 07:16 PM

Today, the Regional Transportation District (RTD) launched Zero Fare for Better Air – a collaborative, statewide initiative designed to reduce ground-level ozone by increasing use of transit. Through a partnership with the Colorado Energy Office, made possible by Colorado Senate Bill 22-180, RTD will offer zero fares during the month of August.

DUI driver who crashed into Arvada home held on $25K bond following today’s hearing
Updated: 07/26/2022 at 10:58 PM

Just after 11:15PM on Sunday (7/24/2022), Arvada Police and Fire responded to 5130 Independence Street in reference to a vehicle which had crashed into the residence at that location. The residence was occupied at the time of the crash but first responders reported that there were no physical injuries inside the home. At the time of the crash, the alleged driver, later identified by police as Kyle Duran, was driving a Ford truck east on 51st Avenue.

Inmate turns himself in after "walking-away" from the jail
Updated: 07/24/2022 at 06:09 PM

Just after 1:40PM this afternoon, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) notified the public that an inmate had “walked-away” from the jail. The notification included the published picture of the suspect, along with information that the suspect was in custody for multiple traffic related failure to appear warrants and theft. JCSO Deputies are currently searching for the suspect.

Police release footage of Monday's machete attack
Updated: 07/22/2022 at 11:44 PM

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Suspect from Monday’s machete attack refuses to attend court appearance
Updated: 07/21/2022 at 08:16 PM

Michael Cunningham, the suspect arrested on Monday (7/18/2022), following an incident at the Iris apartment complex, was scheduled to make his first court appearance this morning.

City of Arvada Departments partnering together to address concerns specific to homelessness
Updated: 07/21/2022 at 01:00 AM

If you are on social media, or listen to local media outlets, you have undoubtedly witnessed heated debates and varying opinions about rising concerns of homelessness in Arvada. These include questioning what the City of Arvada is doing to address these issues. In a recent online debate about crime in Arvada and homelessness in Olde Town, one Facebook user went so far as to accuse a member of city council of coordinating with a local church to transport individuals experiencing homelessness from other jurisdictions to Arvada for services.

Suspect in stolen vehicle that rammed police and injured community members to be released on PR bond
Updated: 07/20/2022 at 07:02 PM

Bennett to be released from jail on a PR bond. At approximately 8:30AM today (7/19/2022), Officers with the Arvada Police Department (APD) attempted to contact two individuals inside a vehicle, located in the 6900 block of Sheridan Blvd. Information released by APD indicates that at the time, the vehicle was stopped and off. The driver, later identified by jail records as 18-year-old Azriel Bennett, then started the vehicle and drove away, striking the APD patrol vehicle. Bennett then fled in the vehicle southbound on Sheridan Blvd. Police advised patrol officers were not pursing Bennett who then crashed into a Ford SUV near 65th and Sheridan. At the time of the crash, the Ford SUV was occupied by a female driver and the driver’s unknown aged daughter. The impact to the Ford SUV resulted in the Ford SUV rolling over and the suspect vehicle being driven by Bennett to be immobilized.

Law enforcement investigating a fatal single vehicle rollover crash along Wadsworth offramp
Updated: 07/19/2022 at 06:41 AM

At approximately 10:17PM, staff with JeffCom 911 (Jefferson County Communications Center Authority) received a call-in reference to a motor vehicle crash in the area of westbound I70 and Wadsworth Blvd. Members of law enforcement and multiple fire engines and medics with Arvada Fire were dispatched to the area. First responders were unable to locate any crash in the area and began coordinating different routes to search for the possible crash as dispatchers advised at least three community members had called in.

Ralston Road closures for the week of July 18
Updated: 07/18/2022 at 03:00 AM

The City of Arvada published a Travel Advisory for the week of July 18th, in reference to continued construction along Ralson Road. Access to the following roads will be closed between 7:00AM on Monday, July 18 through 7:00PM on Saturday, July 23: