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After fire in Nederland destroys numerous businesses, residents vow to "rebuild"
Nederland residents expressed dismay after a central hub of their Colorado community was destroyed.
Dangerous criminals released in Colorado long before legislature passed controversial law
Calls are growing for Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to convene an emergency legislative session to change a law that requires judges to dismiss charges against offenders who are deemed incompetent and "unrestorable" and release them back on the street.
Judge to decide if Littleton housing ballot measure will be counted in election
An Arapahoe County judge will soon decide if a controversial ballot measure in Littleton will be counted. It's a fight over what neighborhoods will look like and what property owners can do with their land.
Women-led volunteer team tackles affordable housing build
In one of Colorado's most expensive places to live, a group of women are getting their hands dirty to make housing more affordable.
Denver community builds 300 bicycles for local children in need
Members of the Denver community joined the organization Wish for Wheels on Thursday to help bring joy to hundreds of students.
Denver's fourth largest urban park to open in late October
Park Hill Park open space in Denver will be open at the end of the month, city officials said.
Denver's Clerk and Recorder tests voting machines ahead of next month's election
With election day less than one month away, Denver's Clerk and Recorder's Office is making sure its machines are good to go.
Neighbors relieved after SWAT arrests people at noisy Welby home
Residents of a quiet Adams County neighborhood are hoping for their first peaceful night in years after law enforcement raided a home long suspected of being at the center of criminal activity.
1 person killed in Aurora crash, 2 suspects hospitalized, police say
A driver is dead and two people are in custody while being treated at a hospital after a crash that shut down all lanes of Blackhawk Street and Iliff Avenue in Aurora.
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Cooler with clouds east with heavy tropical surge of moisture for western Colorado
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Six star athletes to be inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame in 2026
Several big names in Colorado sports history will be inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame next year.
Arturo Gatti Jr., son of late boxing champion, dies at age 17
Gatti Jr. was 10 months old when his father, who was a world champion in two weight classes, died at age 37 in July 2009.
Newest Ralphie Buffalo has deep Colorado roots
She's fast, fierce and born right here in the Rocky Mountains.
Marshall Faulk & Warren Sapp explain how they wound up coaching under Sanders
Hall of Famers Marshall Faulk and Warren Sapp -- each of whom coaches under Deion Sanders at CU -- made special appearances on "Coach Prime's Playbook with Romi Bean" this month.
Ball Arena adds popular Denver restaurants, cuts prices for snacks and beers
More local eats are coming to Ball Arena and prices for classic stadium snacks -- including hot dogs, popcorn, and soda -- are being cut to $5 each, and domestic draft beers will now cost $10.
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Business owner watched as his "hopes and dreams burned down" in Nederland
A fire tore through the Caribou Village shopping center in Colorado's mountain town of Nederland early Thursday morning.
Nederland resident saw "40 feet of flames" as Colorado shopping center burned
Residents in Colorado who live in Nederland jumped into action to try to help after a devastating fire.
Witnesses describe firefight in Nederland that left more than 20 businesses destroyed
More than five fire agencies responded to the fire at a shopping center in the Colorado mountain town.
Denver School Board Debate – District 4 Race
CBS News Colorado Anchor Michelle Griego and Chalkbeat Colorado Bureau Chief Melanie Asmar moderate a debate between Jeremy Harris, Michelle Quattlebaum, Monica Hunter and Timiya Jackson, who are vying this November to fill the District 4 (Far Northeast) seat on the Denver Board of Education.
Denver School Board Debate – District 3 Race
CBS News Colorado Anchor Michelle Griego and Chalkbeat Colorado Bureau Chief Melanie Asmar moderate a debate between Caron Blanke, DJ Torres, and Scott Esserman, who are vying this November to fill the District 3 (Central) seat on the Denver Board of Education.
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This special program focuses on the impact of Colorado's Latino community on the state's history, present, and future, in the areas of culture, health, business, and the arts.
Denver Public Library honors Latino leaders whose work continues to shape Colorado
The event featured speeches and music, and recognized leaders with awards named in honor of Lena Archuleta and Cesar Chavez, among others.
The Autobees of Colorado helped shape Pueblo's rich Mexican heritage
If you're down in the Pueblo area, and you look closely enough, you will see the name "Autobee" everywhere.
Colorado farmer, entrepreneur envisions food system to take care of communities
Building a food system he hopes will heal communities, as it healed him.
Latin Beats brings Latin American culture to the Colorado Stage
The Colorado Symphony and the Mexican Cultural Center team up for Latin Beats concert.
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Dangerous criminals released in Colorado long before legislature passed controversial law
Calls are growing for Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to convene an emergency legislative session to change a law that requires judges to dismiss charges against offenders who are deemed incompetent and "unrestorable" and release them back on the street.
Judge to decide if Littleton housing ballot measure will be counted in election
An Arapahoe County judge will soon decide if a controversial ballot measure in Littleton will be counted. It's a fight over what neighborhoods will look like and what property owners can do with their land.
Stalemate in Congress puts ACA subsidies, and millions of Americans, at risk
Lori Hunt, a breast cancer survivor, says she "couldn't afford" health insurance without the subsidies she receives through the Affordable Care Act.
Defense Secretary Hegseth launches task force to fix chronic issues in barracks
A 2023 report criticized "poor living conditions" in some barracks and said they "undermine quality of life and readiness" of the military.
Denver's Clerk and Recorder tests voting machines ahead of next month's election
With election day less than one month away, Denver's Clerk and Recorder's Office is making sure its machines are good to go.
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Stalemate in Congress puts ACA subsidies, and millions of Americans, at risk
Lori Hunt, a breast cancer survivor, says she "couldn't afford" health insurance without the subsidies she receives through the Affordable Care Act.
Organic frozen spinach recalled due to potential listeria contamination
Sno Pac Foods is recalling two types of organic frozen spinach due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.
Doctor talks common women's health issue lacking answers
Imagine walking around with debilitating pain, fatigue, abdominal pressure, extreme cycles, and there seems to be no solution.
New nursing college in Aurora aims to address workforce shortage
Galen College of Nursing, in partnership with HCA Healthcare, has opened a $40 million campus that combines nursing education with the hospital system's Center for Clinical Advancement.
Denver event celebrates breast cancer survivors
Fighting Together To Save Lives is holding its 10th Annual Celebration of Life event.
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"Poop Protest" over derelict Denver home leads to lawsuit
Neighbors of a dilapidated and vacant home on Denver's historic and picturesque 7th Avenue Parkway have taken their "poop protests" a step further, filing a civil lawsuit asking a Judge to either allow the house to be demolished or turned over to a third party.
Denver Board of Ethics "Appalled" by DIA spending on overseas conference
Denver's Board of Ethics on Friday cleared Denver International Airport and its Chief Executive Officer, Phil Washington, of an ethics violation related to a trip to a conference in Madrid earlier this year.
Family's fight for livesaving medication for infant leads to FDA approval
After months of fighting, a Colorado family is breathing a sigh of relief after the FDA announced initial approval of an experimental medication helping to keep their son alive.
Rolex robberies in upscale Denver neighborhood lead to suspected TdA member
A series of three attempted armed robberies targeting men with Rolex watches in Denver's Cherry Creek North neighborhood led police and federal investigators to deport one suspected Venezuelan TdA gang member.
Man warns of romance scams after losing $1.4M
A Colorado man is warning others after falling victim to an elaborate romance scam that cost him more than a million dollars in savings.
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Colorado Sports Hall of Fame 2026 Inductees
Six athletes will be inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame in Denver in 2026.
Great Colorado Air Show 2025
Residents and visitors gathered at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport on Saturday and Sunday as the U.S.A.F. Thunderbirds performed stunning aerial maneuvers and high-speed formations.
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After fire in Nederland destroys numerous businesses, residents vow to "rebuild"
Nederland residents expressed dismay after a central hub of their Colorado community was destroyed.
Dangerous criminals released in Colorado long before legislature passed controversial law
Calls are growing for Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to convene an emergency legislative session to change a law that requires judges to dismiss charges against offenders who are deemed incompetent and "unrestorable" and release them back on the street.
Judge to decide if Littleton housing ballot measure will be counted in election
An Arapahoe County judge will soon decide if a controversial ballot measure in Littleton will be counted. It's a fight over what neighborhoods will look like and what property owners can do with their land.
Women-led volunteer team tackles affordable housing build
In one of Colorado's most expensive places to live, a group of women are getting their hands dirty to make housing more affordable.
Denver community builds 300 bicycles for local children in need
Members of the Denver community joined the organization Wish for Wheels on Thursday to help bring joy to hundreds of students.
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Business owner watched as his "hopes and dreams burned down" in Nederland
A fire tore through the Caribou Village shopping center in Colorado's mountain town of Nederland early Thursday morning.
Nederland resident saw "40 feet of flames" as Colorado shopping center burned
Residents in Colorado who live in Nederland jumped into action to try to help after a devastating fire.
Witnesses describe firefight in Nederland that left more than 20 businesses destroyed
More than five fire agencies responded to the fire at a shopping center in the Colorado mountain town.
Denver School Board Debate – District 4 Race
CBS News Colorado Anchor Michelle Griego and Chalkbeat Colorado Bureau Chief Melanie Asmar moderate a debate between Jeremy Harris, Michelle Quattlebaum, Monica Hunter and Timiya Jackson, who are vying this November to fill the District 4 (Far Northeast) seat on the Denver Board of Education.
Denver School Board Debate – District 3 Race
CBS News Colorado Anchor Michelle Griego and Chalkbeat Colorado Bureau Chief Melanie Asmar moderate a debate between Caron Blanke, DJ Torres, and Scott Esserman, who are vying this November to fill the District 3 (Central) seat on the Denver Board of Education.
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Six star athletes to be inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame in 2026
Several big names in Colorado sports history will be inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame next year.
Arturo Gatti Jr., son of late boxing champion, dies at age 17
Gatti Jr. was 10 months old when his father, who was a world champion in two weight classes, died at age 37 in July 2009.
Newest Ralphie Buffalo has deep Colorado roots
She's fast, fierce and born right here in the Rocky Mountains.
Marshall Faulk & Warren Sapp explain how they wound up coaching under Sanders
Hall of Famers Marshall Faulk and Warren Sapp -- each of whom coaches under Deion Sanders at CU -- made special appearances on "Coach Prime's Playbook with Romi Bean" this month.
Ball Arena adds popular Denver restaurants, cuts prices for snacks and beers
More local eats are coming to Ball Arena and prices for classic stadium snacks -- including hot dogs, popcorn, and soda -- are being cut to $5 each, and domestic draft beers will now cost $10.
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Stalemate in Congress puts ACA subsidies, and millions of Americans, at risk
Lori Hunt, a breast cancer survivor, says she "couldn't afford" health insurance without the subsidies she receives through the Affordable Care Act.
Endangered ferrets in more jeopardy as government shutdown drags on
With biologists from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service furloughed because of the shutdown, a critical release of 400 captive-bred ferrets is at risk.
Arturo Gatti Jr., son of late boxing champion, dies at age 17
Gatti Jr. was 10 months old when his father, who was a world champion in two weight classes, died at age 37 in July 2009.
Dominion Voting Systems acquired by St. Louis-based Liberty Vote
The acquisition brings together two major players providing key infrastructure for voting and voter verification systems across dozens of states ahead of the 2026 midterms.
IRS releases income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026
The IRS on Thursday announced adjustments to the federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026.
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Dangerous criminals released in Colorado long before legislature passed controversial law
Calls are growing for Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to convene an emergency legislative session to change a law that requires judges to dismiss charges against offenders who are deemed incompetent and "unrestorable" and release them back on the street.
Judge to decide if Littleton housing ballot measure will be counted in election
An Arapahoe County judge will soon decide if a controversial ballot measure in Littleton will be counted. It's a fight over what neighborhoods will look like and what property owners can do with their land.
Stalemate in Congress puts ACA subsidies, and millions of Americans, at risk
Lori Hunt, a breast cancer survivor, says she "couldn't afford" health insurance without the subsidies she receives through the Affordable Care Act.
Defense Secretary Hegseth launches task force to fix chronic issues in barracks
A 2023 report criticized "poor living conditions" in some barracks and said they "undermine quality of life and readiness" of the military.
Denver's Clerk and Recorder tests voting machines ahead of next month's election
With election day less than one month away, Denver's Clerk and Recorder's Office is making sure its machines are good to go.
Health News
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Stalemate in Congress puts ACA subsidies, and millions of Americans, at risk
Lori Hunt, a breast cancer survivor, says she "couldn't afford" health insurance without the subsidies she receives through the Affordable Care Act.
Organic frozen spinach recalled due to potential listeria contamination
Sno Pac Foods is recalling two types of organic frozen spinach due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.
Doctor talks common women's health issue lacking answers
Imagine walking around with debilitating pain, fatigue, abdominal pressure, extreme cycles, and there seems to be no solution.
New nursing college in Aurora aims to address workforce shortage
Galen College of Nursing, in partnership with HCA Healthcare, has opened a $40 million campus that combines nursing education with the hospital system's Center for Clinical Advancement.
Denver event celebrates breast cancer survivors
Fighting Together To Save Lives is holding its 10th Annual Celebration of Life event.
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IRS releases income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026
The IRS on Thursday announced adjustments to the federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026.
NHTSA probes 2.9 million Tesla cars after self-driving crashes
Traffic safety regulators cite reports of Tesla vehicles with self-driving tech driving through red traffic signals and making dangerous lane changes.
Ball Arena adds popular Denver restaurants, cuts prices for snacks and beers
More local eats are coming to Ball Arena and prices for classic stadium snacks -- including hot dogs, popcorn, and soda -- are being cut to $5 each, and domestic draft beers will now cost $10.
Mountain towns see limited economic boost from fall leaf-peeping tourists
Despite tens of thousands of people driving through small towns in Colorado's mountains to see the leaves change colors, business owners are raising concerns about seeing less of another kind of green.
New nursing college in Aurora aims to address workforce shortage
Galen College of Nursing, in partnership with HCA Healthcare, has opened a $40 million campus that combines nursing education with the hospital system's Center for Clinical Advancement.
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"Poop Protest" over derelict Denver home leads to lawsuit
Neighbors of a dilapidated and vacant home on Denver's historic and picturesque 7th Avenue Parkway have taken their "poop protests" a step further, filing a civil lawsuit asking a Judge to either allow the house to be demolished or turned over to a third party.
Denver Board of Ethics "Appalled" by DIA spending on overseas conference
Denver's Board of Ethics on Friday cleared Denver International Airport and its Chief Executive Officer, Phil Washington, of an ethics violation related to a trip to a conference in Madrid earlier this year.
Family's fight for livesaving medication for infant leads to FDA approval
After months of fighting, a Colorado family is breathing a sigh of relief after the FDA announced initial approval of an experimental medication helping to keep their son alive.
Rolex robberies in upscale Denver neighborhood lead to suspected TdA member
A series of three attempted armed robberies targeting men with Rolex watches in Denver's Cherry Creek North neighborhood led police and federal investigators to deport one suspected Venezuelan TdA gang member.
Man warns of romance scams after losing $1.4M
A Colorado man is warning others after falling victim to an elaborate romance scam that cost him more than a million dollars in savings.