Colorado Man Charged in Embassy Plot

A U.S.-German citizen originally from Colorado was arrested over the weekend on charges that he traveled to Israel and tried to firebomb a branch of the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv.

Prosecutors say Joseph Neumeyer approached the embassy on May 19 carrying a backpack containing three Molotov cocktails. After a confrontation with a security guard, he fled, leaving the explosives behind.

Before the attack, Neumeyer allegedly posted threats on social media, claiming he would “burn down the embassy in Tel Aviv” and attempt to assassinate President Trump.

Israeli authorities deported Neumeyer to New York over the weekend, where he was taken into FBI custody. He could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

Polis Vetoes Rideshare Bill

Gov. Polis on Friday vetoed House Bill 1291, a measure aimed at boosting rideshare safety, following public pushback from Uber and Lyft.

In its final form, the bill would have required more frequent background checks, banned drivers from offering food or drink, and added an option to record rides, among other regulations.

Uber had threatened to leave Colorado if the bill became law, directing users through an in-app message to oppose the measure. Lyft followed suit by urging a veto.

In his veto letter, Polis echoed the companies’ concerns, citing “unclear language” and “unworkable regulations” that could jeopardize their operations in Colorado. He encouraged lawmakers, along with Uber and Lyft, to enhance rideshare safety by other means.

Long Weekend Storms Batter Colorado

Multiple tornadoes, large hail, and record rain made for a stormy long weekend across Colorado.

Four, possibly five, tornadoes were spotted in Logan and Washington counties Friday evening when ping pong to tennis ball-sized hail fell along the same 35-mile stretch. See photos here.

Heavy rain swept the state Saturday through Monday. Denver International Airport (DIA) recorded 1.39 inches of rain on Sunday, breaking the previous record for May 26 and far surpassing the 0.07-inch average.

All three days, thunderstorms delayed hundreds of flights out of DIA. Hundreds more were delayed Tuesday morning due to dense fog.

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➤ Colorado Springs: Ashley Blackcloud and Derrick Bernard, a couple accused of staging a cross burning to garner support for Yemi Mobolade during his mayoral campaign, were found guilty on Friday. (See Details)

➤ Adams County: First responders helped deliver a baby by the side of the road on Monday, then safely transported the mother and newborn to the hospital. (See Details)

➤ Boulder: Investigators say a gas stove was the likely cause of an explosion that destroyed a home Monday night. No injuries were reported. (More)

➤ Denver: Historic Denver launched a petition opposing Gov. Polis’ recently unveiled plan for the Colorado 150 Pedestrian Walkway, a bridge that would connect the Capitol to Lincoln Veterans Park. (See Details)

➤ Statewide: Gov. Polis signed House Bill 25-1320, or the 2025 School Finance Act, which provides an extra $256 million to schools next year by implementing an updated per-pupil funding formula. (See Details)

➤ Colorado Springs: Firefighters safely rescued a climber who became stuck 75 feet up the rocks without climbing gear or protection in the Garden of the Gods on Monday. (More)

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➤ The Colorado Rockies are reportedly close to signing former Atlanta Braves All-Star shortstop Orlando Arcia. (More)

➤ The Denver Broncos held their first of six offseason training activities yesterday. (More)

➤ Former Colorado Buffaloes star and No. 2 overall NFL draft pick Travis Hunter married longtime girlfriend Leanna De La Fuente on Saturday night near Chattanooga, Tennessee. (More)

➤ Shortly after, former Colorado Buffaloes players Jimmy Horn Jr. and Xavier Weaver traveled to Houston, Texas, to support their former Buffs teammate Javon Antonio at his UFL game on Sunday. (More)

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➤ Denver-based Frontier Airlines received the most complaints of any airline for the third year in a row, averaging 23.3 complaints per 100,000 passengers, according to Department of Transportation data. (See Report)

➤ Bandimere Speedway, a racing dragstrip formerly located outside Morrison and closed in 2023, plans to build a new facility in the Hudson area. (See Details)

➤ Chick-fil-A, the fast-casual chain known for its chicken sandwiches and hospitality, will open its newest Colorado location in Erie tomorrow. (More)

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➤ A massive bee swarm in Broomfield was safely collected and relocated by Animal Services officers working with a local beekeeper. (See Details)

➤ Four Colorado train rides ranked among the top 10 on USA Today’s list of the best scenic train rides in the country. (See List)

➤ Veterans at a community living center in Aurora used Rendever, an immersive virtual reality technology, to visit memorial sites, travel the world, and enjoy a range of other activities for Memorial Day. (More)

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