As Colorado mourns, tributes continue to grow at the steps of the state capitol, where candles, flowers, and handwritten notes line the walkway. Community members say the loss feels deeply personal — not just a political figure, but a neighbor, a volunteer, a familiar face at local events. While investigators work to piece together the final moments before the crash, one truth is already clear: a bright future was cut short far too soon, leaving a void that will not be easily filled.
