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12 Days Of Christmas

CBS4 News featured a special series of reports called the 12 Days of Christmas in December 2012. They showcased neighborhoods and families in need who have been helped by the community and area non-profit organizations. CBS4 newscasters profiled community organizations they feel a genuine and passionate connection towards. Read CBS4 News Release and see all the stories below.

2012/12/25

‘Stink Bug’ Offers Comfort To Young Cancer Patients

Founded by a young cancer patient, the Stink Bug Project brings together patients, pets and prisoners.

2012/12/24

Jake Martens shows off his book "Signs Of Hope." (credit: CBS)

Signs Of Hope Spring From Waldo Canyon Wreckage

Six months after the Waldo Canyon Fire, folks are still thanking firefighters for their work to save homes.

2012/12/23

Strangers Join Forces To Rename Park For Young Murder Victim

As the search for Jessica Ridgeway turned into the hunt for her murderer, the Chelsea Park became a focal point for the community’s grief, and a plan to rename it in Ridgeway’s memory united strangers in a common cause.

2012/12/22

Homebuilders Provide Foundation For Fresh Start

HomeAid Colorado is working on a project to provide housing for women veterans and single moms in Denver’s Mayfair neighborhood.

2012/12/21

Denver Health Makes Sure Newborns Have All They Need

A newborn should be a bundle of joy for the family, but sometimes families need a little help taking care of the little ones.

2012/12/20

The family decorates the Christmas tree in their new apartment. (credit: CBS)

Denver Public Schools A Lifeline For Hundreds Of Families In Need

Dena Lewis has been cooking up a storm in her new kitchen while trying to keep tabs on two toddlers and two teenage daughters. It’s hard to believe but just days ago the family of five was homeless.

2012/12/19

Cops Fighting Cancer Bring Holiday Cheer To Youngest Patients

For children the holidays usually mean a time surrounded by the love of a family, but for the youngest cancer patients the holidays can be a season spent surrounded by doctors, treatment and fear.

2012/12/18

Sports Donations Keep Aurora Theater Victim’s Dreams Alive

When a gunman opened fire inside an Aurora theater on July 20, he cut short the lives of 12 people, but he did not destroy all their dreams.

2012/12/17

Urban Debate League Offers Life Lessons & Inspiration

This year brought plenty of partisan bickering and debate to Capitol Hill, but in Denver a good round of debating is actually helping students move forward.

2012/12/16