Flags to be flown at half staff Wednesday to honor fallen Golden Police Officer

GOLDEN — Governor Jared Polis has ordered that flags be flown at half staff Wednesday to honor Golden Police Officer Evan Dunn.

Crime

Golden police identify 'loyal, steady' officer killed in suspected DUI crash

Stephanie Butzer

Authorities say a suspected DUI driver hit and killed Officer Dunn on Highway 58 last week. He was 33 years old. They say the driver hit another officer, but she is expected to be okay. Authorities arrested the driver shortly after the crash.

Covering Colorado

Golden police officer fatally struck by suspected DUI driver on Highway 58

Sydney Isenberg

A memorial service will be held for Officer Dunn in Golden Wednesday.

The Colorado State Patrol is investigating the crash.

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Military Families Concerned As TRICARE To End Services With Children's Hospital Colorado

In the new year, military families covered by TRICARE insurance will need prior authorization for non-emergency services at Children's Hospital Colorado (Children's Colorado).

Children's Colorado says the reimbursement cuts will continue to be catastrophic to its operations

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