At Social Security, these are the days of the living dead
In recent weeks, Social Security has been plagued by problems related to technology, system errors, and even the marking of living people as dead.
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In recent weeks, Social Security has been plagued by problems related to technology, system errors, and even the marking of living people as dead.
Laid-off employees ranged from those working in firefighter health programs, to those approving new respirators.
There were at least 111 cases of measles reported in the last week of March, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Sneezing this spring? Here's why seasonal allergies are so bad this year and what you can do to feel better, according to experts.
Since flu season is still ongoing, data is preliminary and may change, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. Experts say it will likely increase.
The Children's Diabetes Foundation is hosting its annual EPIC Diabetes Conference, which is a one-stop resource for all the latest diabetes information.
The Department of Health and Human Services said it is redirecting funding from what it calls a wasteful Biden-era project on next-generation COVID vaccines.
The SharkNinja pressure cookers, sold at retailers including Walmart and Amazon, have sparked 26 lawsuits after reports of burn injuries.
When Chris Atwood was nearing kidney failure, his coworker stepped up to help.
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Colorado has seen a dramatic decline in drug overdose deaths over the past year, with the steepest reduction coming from fentanyl.
The threat of the avian flu continues to increase as household cats are experiencing increased levels of infections and deaths.
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary said there is a "void of data" on the COVID booster shots.
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
A new study shows promising results for treating certain cancers with immunotherapy and completely avoiding surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
CBS Colorado's Lauren Whitney interviewed Steve Carleton of Porch Light Health on National Fentanyl Awareness Day.
The American Lung Association's 2025 "State of the Air" report ranks the Denver-Aurora-Greeley area as sixth worst in the country for air quality, with 13.7 days of high ozone pollution. Colorado Springs ranked 23rd on the list.
Infertility week, recognized each April, aims to break the stigma and spark important conversation around reproductive health, emotional wellbeing and access to care.
BizLifeCon will have workshops and discussions about topics relevant to women in their 40s, 50s and 60s, and it's in Denver April 26 & 27. Learn more at SecondActWomen.com.
Dr. Abby Barnes is an OB/GYN with HCA HealthONE and discusses Infertility Awareness Week and what it means to those impacted.
Denver police issued a shelter-in-place for an area near 17th Avenue and Emerson Street early Friday morning.
With record heat in Denver on Dec. 25, runners, bikers, families, and pets all filled Wash Park to take advantage of the rare forecast.
Accumulations are possible from Fort Collins to Boulder, Denver, Castle Rock, and Colorado Springs, extending all the way to Colorado's southern border.
A day meant to be joyous and cheery isn't always the case for pet parents when emergencies pop up, but one man in Colorado is working to make things a little brighter for them.
A Colorado family is connecting their community and raising awareness about clubfoot, a birth defect where a baby's foot is turned inward and down, after their son was born with the condition.
A shelter in place order was issued for a Denver neighborhood near 17th and Emerson on Friday morning.
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A day meant to be joyous and cheery isn't always the case for pet parents when emergencies pop up, but one man in Colorado is working to make things a little brighter for them.
If you were dreaming of a white Christmas, it's safe to say that dream didn't come true in Denver this year. With record heat in Denver on Dec. 25, runners, bikers, families, and pets all filled Wash Park to take advantage of the rare forecast.
Main Street in Breckenridge was full of shoppers and community members enjoying the unseasonably warm, sunny weather this Christmas.
The Denver Broncos defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 20-13 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City Thursday night.
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
The AFC South-leading Jaguars (11-4) won their sixth straight game and handed the Broncos (12-3) their first loss since Week 3. It was also Denver's first loss at home since Oct. 13, 2024, snapping the Broncos' 12-game home winning streak.
Former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua defeated YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul by knockout in the sixth round of their much-anticipated bout at the Kaseya Center in Miami late Friday night.
Broncos fan David Solano's videos are going viral on TikTok and Instagram and he's featured in this week's Orange Zone.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
In his first Christmas homily, Pope Leo lamented conditions for Palestinians in Gaza and urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in direct talks to end their wr.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
Red Rocks celebrated its 84th year, boasting 1.75 million concertgoers, 204 concerts, 15 fitness events, nine graduations, and five movie nights as part of its Film on the Rocks series. And the year isn't over, with its drive-thru holiday lights event.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
Democratic state Rep. William Lindstedt was elected by 98% of the committee tasked with electing a candidate to fill the seat, the party said in a statement.
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
More say they will probably talk about family or health, rather than politics, as they gather for the holidays.
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
From financial strain to feelings of loneliness and grief, mental health struggles often spike this time of year.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Brent Rasmussen had a massive stroke in 2023. Getting his "ho ho ho back" helped motivate his recovery.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
Telluride, one of the best-known ski resorts in the Western U.S., plans to close in the coming days due to a labor dispute between its owner and the ski patrol union.
This time of year, Interstate 70 through the mountains is usually slick, snowy, and packed with travelers heading to ski resorts. But on Christmas Eve, the road to the high country was sunny, dry, and noticeably quieter.
Red Rocks celebrated its 84th year, boasting 1.75 million concertgoers, 204 concerts, 15 fitness events, nine graduations, and five movie nights as part of its Film on the Rocks series. And the year isn't over, with its drive-thru holiday lights event.
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Six women who say they were drugged and raped by former cardiologist Stephen Matthews plan to file a civil lawsuit against Matthews and the Hinge dating app, which they say allowed Matthews to remain on the app even after women had told Hinge that Matthews was a rapist.
In Denver 10 months ago, a man named Ben Varga had just gotten dropped off at Washington Park to meet friends for a picnic. Not far away, two men were on a bench arguing.
In late 2024, Chrisanne Grimaldi was facing a common problem; she was drowning in medical debt totaling $80,000 and needed cash to pay down her debt.
A man allegedly attacked and injured a defense lawyer at Arapahoe County's courthouse, CBS Colorado has learned.
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.