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Douglas County is about 50% open space. Meaning communities nearby are especially vulnerable to wildfire. It's why the county is doubling down on one fire suppression resource that they're the only county in the state to have.
Ever since a 47% average increase in Douglas County home values, commissioners have been searching for property tax relief.
Six years after a Douglas County Sheriff's deputy nearly lost his life in the shooting that killed a fellow deputy, he is sharing his story and urging others to make a life-saving donation.
A woman who survived a hit-and-run in Parker is now grappling with major injuries and the knowledge that the person who hurt her is still out there.
Plans to move forward with a new development in Castle Rock could add over 400 homes to an already growing area.
Douglas County Canine Rescue allegedly failed to provide timely vet care. Lauren Hemzacek says she was a victim.
While some voters expressed concern about tax increases, 27 out of only 35 special election voters said "yes" in November to create a business improvement district on Parker's Main Street, from Parker Road to the library.
To accommodate continued growth, Castle Rock Town Council voted to build 114 new homes off of Plum Creek Parkway in a development to be named Oaks of Castle Rock.
After losing her dog at Christmastime last year, Milly Kukuczka had one wish this Christmas, make sure every pet without an owner had a gift to open on Christmas.
Douglas County Sheriff's deputies closed in on a man they believe may be responsible for retail theft of as much as $25,000 around the metro area.
Aurora pushes forward with plans to breathe new life into East Colfax, while keeping residents and business owners at the table.
Frank Day, who created a food and beverage empire in Colorado, has died at the age of 93.
An educational content creator in Colorado is teaching kids new words and different languages across various platforms.
Colorado's Bull & Bush Brewery in Glendale was named this year's Grand National Champion at the 2025 U.S. Open Beer Championship.
A bill by Colorado's Rep. Joe Neguse and Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper would award Ed Dwight the Congressional Gold Medal.
The Stoner Mesa Fire in southwest Colorado has burned around 7,300 acres so far, and biologists are working to protect wildlife in its path.
A former U.S. Space Force signals intelligence analyst was sentenced to decades behind bars in Colorado for shooting two suspected teen car thieves and killing one of them.
The city of Aurora pushes forward with plans to breathe new life into East Colfax, while keeping residents and business owners at the table.
The Aurora Police Department is investigating after they say a driver led police on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle, crashed, and then stole another vehicle and crashed again.
An educational content creator in Colorado is teaching kids new words and different languages across various platforms.
The NFL can be put on trial over civil claims that Brian Flores and other Black coaches face discrimination, a federal appeals court ruled Thursday, rejecting the league's attempt to force Flores into arbitration with Commissioner Roger Goodell as the arbitrator.
A former Denver Nuggets mascot is speaking out after filing a lawsuit against the team's ownership group.
Athletes are known for pushing themselves to perform at their best. But for young girls, the physical demands of competition can take a toll, especially during critical years of growth and development.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
Monica Seles is opening up about her journey with myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular autoimmune disease she was diagnosed with three years ago.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said if President Trump is the architect of a deal to end the war in Ukraine without Kyiv ceding land to Russia, "I'd nominate him for a Nobel Peace Prize."
As less young people meet major economic milestones such as moving out and getting married, the concept of adulthood is changing.
A new report from Deloitte shows the average cost for a packed lunch is now $6.15, up nearly 3% from 2024. But that all depends on what you buy.
The PBS board voted to cut its budget by 21% on Wednesday, a month after Congress stripped away its federal funding.
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska, but the talks did not yield a ceasefire in Ukraine.
A bill by Colorado's Rep. Joe Neguse and Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper would award Ed Dwight the Congressional Gold Medal.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said if President Trump is the architect of a deal to end the war in Ukraine without Kyiv ceding land to Russia, "I'd nominate him for a Nobel Peace Prize."
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis responds to a letter this week from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi that outlines the Department of Justice's that threatens to cut federal funds and take legal action against states that limit local cooperation with federal immigration agents.
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska, but the talks did not yield a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Environmental groups and independent scientists are criticizing a report assembled by a small team of well-known climate skeptics selected by Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
FluMist, the first self-administered flu vaccine spray, is now available for purchase. Here's everything to know, from cost to age requirements and more.
The CDPHE and the Adams County Health Department have confirmed the case of measles in a child under 5 years from Adams County.
Athletes are known for pushing themselves to perform at their best. But for young girls, the physical demands of competition can take a toll, especially during critical years of growth and development.
The VA's Office of Inspector General found facilities reported 4,434 staffing shortages this fiscal year, which is a 50% increase from fiscal year 2024.
Gallup has been tracking Americans' drinking behavior since 1939. Here's what a recent survey found.
Frank Day, who created a food and beverage empire in Colorado, has died at the age of 93.
Colorado's Bull & Bush Brewery in Glendale was named this year's Grand National Champion at the 2025 U.S. Open Beer Championship.
As less young people meet major economic milestones such as moving out and getting married, the concept of adulthood is changing.
A new report from Deloitte shows the average cost for a packed lunch is now $6.15, up nearly 3% from 2024. But that all depends on what you buy.
The PBS board voted to cut its budget by 21% on Wednesday, a month after Congress stripped away its federal funding.
A landmark home on Denver's historic 7th Avenue Parkway has sat vacant for the better part of six years, attracting weeds, rodents, the homeless and an unusual form of protest from neighbors frustrated by the eyesore.
A plan to cut down on the number of through lanes on East Alameda near Denver's Washington Park neighborhood is receiving a chilly reception from some residents and business owners.
Michiko Ando Brown, known as Miko, a former corporate lawyer for Airbnb and a trial attorney at two major Denver law firms, will be named Denver's next City Attorney by Mayor Mike Johnston, according to four sources with knowledge of the selection.
Denver's Community Planning and Development Department has issued cease and desist orders to a property owner in Denver's Overland neighborhood who had been using Airbnb to rent out trailers and RVs on his rental properties.
The probe was sparked by a CBS News Colorado investigation in May that revealed the airport spent as much as $19,000. For one of its executives to fly to the three-day conference. Another ticket cost about $16,000.
