Some of Coloradoâs most vulnerable, traumatized and challenged children could get caught in a web of well-intended but misguided new state and federal rules. It could undermine the stateâs ability to meet these childrenâs needs for mental health, behavioral and substance-abuse care. That, in turn, could cause a ripple effect throughout Coloradoâs system for children who cannot be cared for in their own homes.
A statewide network of residential child care facilities â with highly skilled, licensed and trained professionals â long has provided behavioral health services and substance-abuse treatment for hundreds of children and teens a year. Many of these children do not have viable families; without residential treatment, they would be left out in the cold.
Today
A mix of clouds and sun this morning followed by mostly cloudy skies and a few showers this afternoon. High around 55F. Winds ENE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%..
Tonight
Some clouds this evening will give way to mainly clear skies overnight. Low 33F. Winds light and variable. Updated: April 23, 2021 @ 10:34 am
In a society devoid of criminal justice, liberty would mean nothing. Without equal protection of criminal codes, might makes right. Victors are those with the biggest fists, guns, intellects, and bank accounts who have appetites to misuse them for nefarious gain.
A truly free society proudly favors victims over perpetrators. It does not care about a victim’s color, creed, gender, sexual orientation or any other personal traits. It only knows the distinction between right and wrong, good and bad, and legal or illegal based on key major social agreements. That’s why we prosecute a killer wearing a badge just like a murderer wearing a gang tattoo.
Close
A group of protesters walk through the streets after the verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin was announced in New York, Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin has been convicted of murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd, the explosive case that triggered worldwide protests, violence and a furious reexamination of racism and policing in the U.S.
Seth Wenig staff, AP
The Gazette editorial board
DougCo leads us beyond the pandemic (copy) gazette.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from gazette.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.