Verdict Reached in Mike Lindell Trial

A federal jury in Denver found MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell liable for defamation on Monday.

Eric Coomer, a former Dominion Voting Systems director, sued Lindell for falsely accusing him of rigging the 2020 presidential election. Coomer sought $62.7 million in damages.

Coomer’s attorneys argued Lindell knowingly spread false claims or acted with reckless disregard for the truth. Lindell’s defense said he sincerely believed the allegations and was protected by the First Amendment.

The jurors found Lindell liable for two statements and his media company, FrankSpeech, liable for three, awarding Coomer $2.3 million in damages.

CPW Confirms Wolf Pups Amid Debate

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) confirmed last week that staff observed a new litter of wolf pups while monitoring four separate den sites across the state.

While the exact number of new pups isn’t clear, litters have four to six on average, and about half the pups born in the spring make it to the next year, according to CPW.

The announcement comes amid heated debate about the Copper Creek pack, which has been linked to multiple livestock killings. On Thursday, a CPW commissioner, who is also a rancher, motioned to have the entire pack removed, lethally or otherwise.

Though the motion was initially ruled out of order, the commission agreed to hold a special meeting to discuss the issue before its next regular meeting on July 17.

First 100-Degree Days This Week

More than one place in Colorado could see its first 100-degree day of the summer this week.

Scattered showers will fend off the heat wave today, with highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s along the Front Range, but the cooldown won’t last long.

The heat will ramp back up Wednesday and build through the week. Places like Greeley, Limon, Burlington, and La Junta are forecast to hit 100 degrees on Friday.

High 90s in Denver could also tip into the triple digits on Friday. On average, Denver typically sees just one 100-degree day per summer.

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➤ Northern Colorado: The Fort Collins Loveland Water District is investing in an aquifer near the Wyoming border to secure drinking water for the region’s projected growth. (See Details)

➤ Statewide: Wildlife caused more than 3,500 crashes in Colorado in 2024, making animal-involved crashes the third most common type, according to the Colorado State Patrol. (See Details)

➤ Denver ranks No. 16 on a list of the 50 cities most impacted by bed bugs based on pest control service data. (See List)

➤ Aurora Fire Rescue has temporarily lifted the city’s fireworks ban, allowing the sale and use of fireworks that don’t explode or leave the ground through July 4. (See Details)

➤ Boulder County: A skier was rescued and evacuated by helicopter after falling more than 1,000 feet and suffering serious injuries near South Arapahoe Peak on Saturday. (More)

➤ Fort Collins: Police shot and injured a man wielding a knife while responding to reports of a domestic dispute on Sunday. (More)

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➤ The Colorado Rockies erupted for 10 runs Sunday to rout the Atlanta Braves 10-1, shaking off early struggles at the plate and avoiding a series sweep. (More)

➤ Four Colorado Avalanche players have been named to their countries’ 2026 Olympic hockey teams, marking the first time since 2014 that NHL players will compete in the Winter Games. (More)

➤ Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is hosting player-organized throwing sessions with teammates this offseason to prepare for the start of training camp. (More)

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➤ A record number of skiers falling from chairlifts, including two recent deaths, have led some officials to call for an industry-wide “cultural shift” to promote chairlift safety. (Read Story)

➤ The City of Denver ordered several businesses near 16th Street to remove signage it said violated the zoning code. Business owners say the signage is vital to foot traffic and costly to replace. (See Details)

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➤ The National Pony Express Association, a group dedicated to reenactments of the historical mail service, began its annual re-ride on June 11 in Sacramento. Riders are expected to reach Colorado early on June 19, passing through the northeast corner near Julesburg. (See Details)

➤ The Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur kicked off its 2025 season over the weekend. It runs through Aug. 3 with a different theme each weekend, from Pirate Invasion to Time Travelers. (See Schedule)

➤ Colorado is the U.S. state most obsessed with gas station snacks, according to an analysis of Google search trends. Top cravings include Doritos and Oreos, each racking up 22,000 searches a month. (See Details)

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Yesterday’s Results:

Which of these water destinations is your favorite?

1. Ocean beach: 33%
2. Lake shore: 23%
3. Riverbank: 23%
4. Pool: 21%

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