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🌱 How did a longtime Pueblo mortuary end up facing 150 charges?

Pueblo, Colorado Patch AM: a 5 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • How did a longtime Pueblo mortuary end up facing 150 charges?
  • How will this wastewater project change your usual La Crosse detour?
  • Where can you grab a free bucket for Pueblo fireworks safety?

Today's riddle: It takes longer to run from 2nd to 3rd base than between the other bases,why? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Becoming windier and warm, with a high of 99 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Warm; windy in the afternoon, temps: high: 99, low: 60.
  • Monday: Warm; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 98 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Brothers are accused of mishandling remains at Colorado funeral home (azfamily.com) — Families in Pueblo are learning that two owners of Davis Mortuary, including former Pueblo County Coroner Brian Cotter, now face more than 150 charges tied to mishandled remains and alleged financial misconduct. Investigators say at least 24 bodies were left decomposing, with 19 identified so far, and describe the situation as a profound betrayal of community trust.
   

2. Updating traffic impacts from monthlong wastewater construction project in Pueblo (krdo.com) — Drivers using La Crosse Avenue near Stockyard Road should expect some lane and access changes as Pueblo’s $8 million wastewater project continues through mid-July, though impacts may be lighter than first feared. Crews will line existing sewer pipes and later upgrade manholes near the wastewater treatment plant, routing a temporary bypass line around Confluence Park and nearby industrial businesses.
   

3. Bucket Brigade program returns to Pueblo ahead of fireworks shows (koaa.com) — Pueblo Fire Department is reviving its Bucket Brigade program, offering free water buckets at local fire stations so residents can safely cool used fireworks. Officials also remind residents that fireworks are legal only if purchased from licensed dealers within the city, aiming to keep Pueblo’s celebrations safer and reduce fire risks this season.
   

4. Former Pueblo County coroner Brian Cotter & brother out of jail after judge lowers bail (krdo.com) — A former Pueblo County coroner and his brother are out of jail after a judge cut their bonds in half, following allegations involving mishandled remains at a Pueblo funeral home. Families of those whose bodies were found at Davis Mortuary expressed anger and grief over the decision, while investigators detail years of alleged misconduct and ongoing efforts to identify remains transferred to El Paso County.
   

5. Colorado Connector has Louisville City Council's support. But how does the public feel about envisioned passenger rail? (dailycamera.com) — Front Range leaders are advancing the Colorado Connector passenger rail line, with initial service planned between Denver and Fort Collins and a long-term vision to extend trains south to the Pueblo area. Officials say the starter segment is already funded, while a possible tax measure this fall could eventually support full service from Fort Collins to Pueblo and more frequent trips across the corridor.
   

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  • After Hours Professional Mixer Sponsored By Blo Back Gallery
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    5:00 pm

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-- The Patch AM Team

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