The top 5 Axios Denver headlines in 2025
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The news never took a break in 2025, especially not in Colorado.
State of play: The top five headlines we published this year show great interest in the fallout from national events, as well as tragedy on the home front.
Zoom in: Here's a look back at what captured your attention.
1. Trump threatens "harsh measures" against Colorado if Tina Peters is not freed from prison (Aug. 21)
- Why it matters: President Trump's threat became real. The administration continues to retaliate against Colorado for not heeding his call for the governor to pardon Peters or commute her sentence for election tampering.
2. Layoffs begin at the IRS, as DOGE cuts collide with tax season (Feb. 21)
- Why it matters: We were the first to report these job cuts — part of Trump's move to gut the federal government workforce. In this case, more than 100 jobs were at risk.
3. ICE detains 243 in Denver-area sweep targeting undocumented immigrants (July 23)
- Why it matters: This story continues to play out. The arrival of federal immigration authorities sparked public protests and condemnation from Colorado leaders.
4. "World's largest" wildlife overpass coming to Colorado (July 24)
- Why it matters: This story garnered international attention. The project finished just last week. It is actually "North America's largest" wildlife overpass, officials now say.
5. Evergreen High School shooting leaves suspect dead, 3 injured (Sept. 10)