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Good morning Lakewood! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Do you have footage that could help solve this Lakewood homicide?
  • Could your everyday batteries spark a $50,000 apartment fire?
  • Recognize these Colorado Mills theft suspects? Here’s how to help police.

Also on today's calendar: Lakewood Performing Arts Council and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Periods of clouds and sun, with a high of 64 and low of 31 degrees.
  • Friday: Sun and areas of high clouds, temps: high: 59, low: 42.
  • Saturday: Sun and areas of high clouds, with a high of 61 and low of 34 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Lakewood Police Seek Public's Help After Burglary Turns Fatal on South Kendall Street (hoodline.com) — Lakewood police are investigating a deadly burglary on the 300 block of South Kendall Street and are asking neighbors to check security cameras and share any tips. Residents can contact the Lakewood Police tip line or Metro Denver Crime Stoppers with information. The department is also urging the community to lock doors and keep exterior lights on to help deter similar crimes.
   

2. Lithium-ion battery sparks fire, causes $50K in damage at Colorado apartment (kktv.com) — A lithium-ion battery charging on a kitchen counter sparked a fire in a Lakewood apartment, causing about $50,000 in damage and displacing the family living there. West Metro Fire Rescue says the blaze was quickly contained to the unit and is urging residents to follow battery safety tips, like avoiding overcharging and watching for swelling or odd smells.
   

3. Lakewood police trying to identify two suspects in jewelry theft on November 11 (denver7.com) — Lakewood police are asking for help identifying two young men suspected of stealing a gold necklace worth over $10,000 from the Zales store at Colorado Mills Mall on November 11. Investigators say the pair may be linked to a similar metro-area theft and urge anyone with tips to call the Lakewood Police Theft Team and reference case LK25-34407.
   

4. Family of Colorado inmate files lawsuit against jail for her death (cbsnews.com) — The family of former Jefferson County Jail inmate Ashley Raisbeck has filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit, alleging staff gave her an antibiotic she was allergic to and delayed emergency care. A critical incident team led by Lakewood Police previously found no criminal conduct, but her relatives say the case highlights broader concerns about inmate medical treatment.
   

5. Vail Resorts announces new savings for those who book single-day lift tickets at least a month ahead (denver7.com) — Lakewood gets a brief spotlight here as home to the National Ski Areas Association, which notes Vail Resorts now dominates North American ski ownership. For local skiers, the bigger news is Vail’s new discount: booking single-day lift tickets at least a month ahead can save more than $100 at several major Colorado resorts, even as walk-up prices keep climbing.
   

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    Thursday December 11
  • Holiday Extravaganza
    Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S Allison Pkwy, Lakewood
    7:00 pm

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