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New to Colorado? A reminder that 'puffing' your car is illegal

New to Colorado? A reminder that 'puffing' your car is illegal
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SOUTHERN COLORADO — News5 wants to remind you that starting your car to let it warm up when it's cold and snowy outside is illegal.

Every year, hundreds of cars across the state are stolen because of 'puffing.' A lot of times when criminals steal your car, they use it to commit other crimes.

Remote starts, however, are not considered puffing.

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Good news and bad news on the seventh largest fire in Colorado history

The good news, some evacuations have been lifted for the Aspen Acres Fire. The bad news, the fire has now destroyed more than 260 homes and burned nearly 92,000 acres, making it the seventh largest fire in state history.

Good News & Bad News on the 7th-Largest Fire in Colorado History

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