Colorado State Senator Faith Winter, a Democrat and mother of two, died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-25 south of Denver, leaving her family heartbroken as confirmed by officials and Governor Jared Polis. (148 characters)
The crash occurred around 6:30 p.m. in the northbound lanes of Interstate 25 near Dry Creek Road in Arapahoe County. It involved five vehicles, resulting in one fatality—Faith Winter—and three injuries. Authorities from the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office are investigating the cause.
Faith Winter, 45, served as a Democratic state senator from Broomfield, representing districts 24 and later 25 after redistricting. She was a mother to a son and daughter, engaged to former state Rep. Matt Gray, and known for environmental advocacy, abortion rights, and support for working people. Governor Jared Polis confirmed her death, ordering flags at half-staff until her memorial.
State Rep. Shannon Bird called her a "fierce advocate" for Westminster and Adams County. House Speaker Julie McCluskie and Majority Leader Monica Duran mourned her as an "exceptional legislator" and "steadfast defender." Colorado Senate Democrats and others expressed devastation online.