Fake Psychologist Sentenced

Shannon McShane, a Colorado woman who falsely claimed to have a PhD in psychology to gain licensure as a child custody evaluator, was sentenced to prison on Monday.

McShane claimed to have a doctorate from the University of Hertfordshire in the United Kingdom, but the school has no record of her. Her falsified credentials allowed her to serve in several positions, including as a family investigator in court-ordered custody cases.

Prosecutors said her deception caused widespread harm, in some cases separating children from parents and undermining trust in the justice system.

McShane pleaded guilty to retaliation against a victim or witness, attempting to influence a public servant, and perjury. She was sentenced to four years in prison.

Colorado Man Killed by Lightning in Florida

A Colorado newlywed on his honeymoon was fatally struck by lightning at a Florida beach on Friday.

Jake Rosencranz, 29, was standing in ankle-deep water at New Smyrna Beach when he was hit. He was hospitalized in critical condition and died of his injuries the next day.

The lightning came from a storm several miles away, with blue skies over the beach, making the strike “an extremely rare occurrence,” a local official said.

Two golfers were also struck by lightning in the New Smyrna Beach area the same day, but did not require hospitalization.

Longhorn Drive Kicks Off Greeley Stampede

The Greeley Stampede, a summer festival running through July 6, kicks off today with a longhorn drive through downtown Greeley.

The longhorn parade starts at 11 a.m. They can also be viewed at the Livestock Barn at 6 p.m. daily and will lead the Stampede’s Independence Day parade on July 4.

Canine Stars, a stunt dog show of national fame, will also put on free performances during the Stampede. See a preview of the dogs’ tricks in this video.

Other attractions during the 12-day festival include a concert series, rodeo, bullfighting event, demolition derby, and carnival. Find out more here.

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➤ Statewide: GOP lawmakers wrote a letter urging Gov. Polis to revise Colorado’s policy of providing Medicaid to illegal immigrants, citing high costs and warning of deeper budget strain if proposed federal funding cuts are enacted. (More)

➤ Denver: Police responded to a social media-planned “takeover” in which hundreds of juveniles gathered and caused disturbances at the Shops at Northfield on Saturday. (See Details)

➤ Montrose: Two men died after a single-engine aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff north of Montrose Regional Airport on Monday. The cause of the crash is under investigation. (See Details)

➤ Larimer County: A mosquito sample from southeast Fort Collins tested positive for West Nile virus, marking the season’s first detection and signaling heightened infection risk. (More)

➤ Colorado Springs: A bomb squad investigation is underway after an 18-year-old—who was initially issued a citation for lighting fireworks—was found in possession of multiple homemade explosives. (See Details)

➤ Alamosa: Eight dogs abandoned at Navajo State Park on June 15 were taken in by Humane Colorado San Luis Valley after more than a week without a claim. (More)

➤ Denver: The Colorado Legislature will livestream video of committee hearings from August through November under a newly approved pilot program. (See Details)

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➤ The Denver Broncos will hold 13 training camp practices this summer that are free for fans to attend, but tickets are required due to limited capacity. (More)

➤ Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders is recovering from a recent health issue and appears to be improving, according to a social media update and comments from his son. (More)

➤ The Colorado Rockies are reportedly considering rehiring former manager Bud Black, who was fired earlier this season, in a new role with the team. (More)

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➤ The Colorado Livestock Association (CLA) honored Julie McCaleb, environmental systems manager for Smithfield Hog Production, with the CLA Top Choice Award for her contributions to the livestock industry. (See Details)

➤ Teenagers working at a Baskin-Robbins in Westminster say their paychecks didn’t clear the bank, leading outraged parents to demand answers from the store’s owner. (See Details)

➤ Skyline Beer Garden, a pop-up beer garden on Denver’s newly renovated 16th Street, reopened for its sixth season with a colorful new art installation. (See Photos)

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➤ Up to $20,000 will be awarded to anglers during this year’s Ridgway Reservoir Smallmouth Bass Classic, a tournament designed to help manage invasive fish populations. (See Details)

➤ A bear was caught on film climbing the steps near the top of the Manitou Incline on Sunday. (See Video)

➤ History Colorado Center will host a lecture today exploring Colorado’s history through the lens of the beer industry. The talk, titled Foam on the Range: Colorado’s Story Told Over a Few Beers, highlights the state’s brewing roots. (See Details)

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