Colorado State Senator Faith Winter Dies

United States — Colorado State Senator Faith Winter died in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 25 in Centennial, United States — Colorado, on Wednesday night. The United States — Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office is investigating the cause of the five-vehicle pileup, which also left three other people injured. Faith Winter, 45, was a mother of two and was serving her final term after 12 years as a state lawmaker, representing Broomfield and later the 25th Senate District. She was known as a fierce advocate for hardworking Coloradans, women, families, and climate issues, chairing the Transportation & Energy Committee. United States — Colorado Governor Jared Polis expressed deep sadness over her loss and ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff in her honor. The United States — Colorado Democratic Caucus leadership also released a statement mourning her passing and acknowledging her dedication to public service.