The strong impact of African Americans in the U.S. military is evident throughout history. Colorado is home to a celebrated retired lieutenant colonel who, at age 97, is still making a difference.

"whether a political appointee or a line firefighter riding the back of a fire truck." In his letter, Johnston raised the issue of the Denver Fire Department's collective bargaining agreement ...

The Denver Fire Department is the latest agency in Colorado ... DFD said it's sending two "Type 6" teams, equipped with pickup trucks meant to respond to rugged, rural areas.

Flores was thankful the truck stopped where it was after ... and their condition was not specified. The fire department said the Denver Police Department is investigating the crash.