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Startup hopes to be at forefront of psilocybin cultivation, treatment
The State of Colorado is continuing to license businesses that will provide psilocybin therapy, but so far, only a handful of licenses have been given out.
DIA flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k
DIA CEO Phillip Washington and his top executives recently flew round-trip to Madrid for a three-day airport conference for a total cost of about $165,000, records show -- far more than the cost for similarly-sized airports.
Evergreen receives large grant for local park improvements
After securing a Great Outdoors Colorado grant to help fund proposed improvements to Buchanan Park, Evergreen Parks and Recreation is seeing its vision come to fruition.
Denver's Catholic community reacts to first American pope
The bells of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Denver sang out in joy Thursday morning because, for the 267th time, there is a new pope.
Aurora shots fired call causes lockdown at nearby elementary school
Aurora's East Middle School was temporarily placed on lockdown Thursday afternoon after police received reports of shots fired nearby.
Suspects in Denver shooting, kidnapping investigation arrested
Denver police have arrested two suspects they said shot a man and kidnapped an infant earlier this week.
Deaf, hard-of-hearing children in Colorado participate in track & field day
The Marion Downs Center hosted its annual Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Track and Field Day in Aurora.
Spring planting and drought tips for Colorado gardeners
In Colorado, Mother's Day isn't just about brunch and bouquets—it's also the unofficial signal that the growing season has begun. With frost risks now largely behind us, this is the ideal time to start planting vegetables, flowers, and herbs, especially along the Front Range and in lower elevation areas.
Chickens rescued in Colorado after propane tank destroys chicken coop
Firefighters in the foothills west of Denver rushed to a call where a propane tank had crashed into a chicken coop.
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Warming trend ramps up into the Mother's Day Weekend
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Acclaimed Colorado skier Mikaela Shiffrin signs on as Denver NWSL investor
Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated alpine skier in history, has joined the future Denver National Women's Soccer League team's ownership group, the club announced on Tuesday.
Carle signs multi-year extension as head coach of Denver Pios men's ice hockey
Head coach David Carle is continuing his commitment to the University of Denver Pioneers men's ice hockey team.
Katie Ledecky breaks her own world record in the 800-meter freestyle
Katie Ledecky now has the top 10 performances all-time in the event, according to USA Swimming.
Colorado Avalanche lose to Dallas Stars, eliminated from Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Colorado Avalanche lost to the Dallas Stars 4-2 in Game 7 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday.
Sovereignty wins the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby
Sovereignty defeated a field of 18 challengers to win the 151st Kentucky Derby Saturday at Churchill Downs.
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Colorado deputies make drug bust after suspects reportedly found with stolen car
Douglas County deputies arrested two men after they were found in what turned out to be a stolen car in Highlands Ranch. Deputies said the men had a gun, bags of meth and other drugs with them.
Colorado business expands into psilocybin therapy treatment
Colorado continues to license businesses that offer psilocybin therapy, but so far, only a handful have been given out. CBS Colorado spoke with a Longmont business about how these mushrooms will be farmed.
Warming trend ramps up into the Mother's Day Weekend
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
Denver airport flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k and "polic
Denver International Airport CEO Phillip Washington and his eight top executives flew round-trip to Madrid in April for a three-day airport terminal conference, with all nine flying either first or business class on every leg of the trip. Asked why the contingent needed to fly the most expensive class of service on every leg to and from Spain, Washington said, "our policy allows us to do that."
18 people arrested at underground Colorado nightclub to be deported
ICE has released an update on a raid at an underground nightclub in Colorado Springs. They said of the 104 people they arrested, who were in the country illegally, 18 are set to be deported.
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Colorado physician chases storms and trains hospitals for disaster
Dr. Jason Persoff has spent more than 15 years chasing storms across Colorado and the Midwest. From tornadoes to tennis ball-sized hail, he's seen it all. Now he helps hospitals prepare for disasters.
Severe Weather Watch vs. Warning: What's the Difference?
A watch means to be ready, while a warning means act now.
What weather to expect for the remainder of spring in Colorado
The Climate Prediction Center anticipates a hot and dry remainder of spring and start to summer.
What Is Graupel? Understanding this unique snow pellet in weather
Graupel is a unique type of precipitation, also referred to as soft hail or snow pellets.
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FEMA leader fired after breaking with Trump administration on eliminating agency
Cameron Hamilton, FEMA's acting administrator, is leaving the nation's disaster relief agency, after saying he didn't support eliminating FEMA.
New Pope Leo XIV honored by Trump: "What excitement"
Robert Francis Prevost, who was born in Chicago and attended Villanova University, was elected as the new pope on Thursday and chose Leo XIV as his papal name.
Trump hails framework of U.K. trade deal, but 10% tariffs will remain on some items
President Trump said in remarks from the Oval Office that the two countries are "affirming that reciprocity and fairness is an essential and vital principle."
House approves bill renaming Gulf of Mexico as "Gulf of America"
The bill would codify the name change, though it would carry no authority outside the U.S.
State lawmakers debated long list of controversial issues this legislative session
The 75th General Assembly adjourned Wednesday after debating more than 650 bills over the last 120 days.
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What to know about Dr. Casey Means, Trump's new surgeon general nominee
President Trump said his new pick for surgeon general, Dr. Casey Means, has "impeccable" credentials, after the White House withdrew his earlier nominee.
CDC disease detectives exempted from Trump hiring freeze
Each year, the CDC usually hires a new class of Epidemic Intelligence Service officers, known as disease detectives.
Seeking spending cuts, GOP targets a tax hospitals love to pay
Republicans, on the hunt for spending cuts, are eying a special kind of Medicaid tax that nearly every state uses to boost funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other providers.
HHS revokes some layoff notices, including to 9/11 program
The Food and Drug Administration's food safety labs and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's World Trade Center Health Program were reinstated.
FDA picks critic of COVID boosters to be new top vaccines official
Dr. Vinay Prasad replaces Dr. Peter Marks, who Prasad had called "dangerous."
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DIA flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k
DIA CEO Phillip Washington and his top executives recently flew round-trip to Madrid for a three-day airport conference for a total cost of about $165,000, records show -- far more than the cost for similarly-sized airports.
Survivor, former police officer detail sex trafficking in Northglenn home
A woman, who says she was held as a "sex slave" for years, and a former police investigator involved in the case, say a convicted human trafficker held as many as 20 women in his basement over the last five years.
Former Lakeside town clerk gets probation for embezzlement
A judge sentenced former Lakeside Town Clerk Brenda Hamilton to three years of probation and ordered her to repay the town $26,000 for her part in buying and selling town-owned cars after being convicted of embezzlement.
Denver mayor proposes hefty raises for appointees amid bleak economic forecast
Just days after city economists and finance personnel warned of recession-like conditions, CBS Colorado has learned that Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is seeking double-digit raises for some of his appointees.
Denver city council members raise concerns with new budget projections
Denver's top finance administrators told city council members that the next several months will be "very very uncomfortable" and will feel like a recession with soft revenue projections.
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Colorado agencies celebrate Star Wars Day 2025
Public agencies across Colorado played along, posting photos celebrating Star Wars Day.
Star Wars Day at Denver International Airport 2025
Every year, the Denver International Airport celebrates Star Wars Day, May 4, to the delight of those arriving at the airport.
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Startup hopes to be at forefront of psilocybin cultivation, treatment
The State of Colorado is continuing to license businesses that will provide psilocybin therapy, but so far, only a handful of licenses have been given out.
DIA flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k
DIA CEO Phillip Washington and his top executives recently flew round-trip to Madrid for a three-day airport conference for a total cost of about $165,000, records show -- far more than the cost for similarly-sized airports.
Evergreen receives large grant for local park improvements
After securing a Great Outdoors Colorado grant to help fund proposed improvements to Buchanan Park, Evergreen Parks and Recreation is seeing its vision come to fruition.
Denver's Catholic community reacts to first American pope
The bells of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Denver sang out in joy Thursday morning because, for the 267th time, there is a new pope.
Aurora shots fired call causes lockdown at nearby elementary school
Aurora's East Middle School was temporarily placed on lockdown Thursday afternoon after police received reports of shots fired nearby.
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Colorado deputies make drug bust after suspects reportedly found with stolen car
Douglas County deputies arrested two men after they were found in what turned out to be a stolen car in Highlands Ranch. Deputies said the men had a gun, bags of meth and other drugs with them.
Colorado business expands into psilocybin therapy treatment
Colorado continues to license businesses that offer psilocybin therapy, but so far, only a handful have been given out. CBS Colorado spoke with a Longmont business about how these mushrooms will be farmed.
Warming trend ramps up into the Mother's Day Weekend
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
Denver airport flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k and "polic
Denver International Airport CEO Phillip Washington and his eight top executives flew round-trip to Madrid in April for a three-day airport terminal conference, with all nine flying either first or business class on every leg of the trip. Asked why the contingent needed to fly the most expensive class of service on every leg to and from Spain, Washington said, "our policy allows us to do that."
18 people arrested at underground Colorado nightclub to be deported
ICE has released an update on a raid at an underground nightclub in Colorado Springs. They said of the 104 people they arrested, who were in the country illegally, 18 are set to be deported.
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Acclaimed Colorado skier Mikaela Shiffrin signs on as Denver NWSL investor
Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated alpine skier in history, has joined the future Denver National Women's Soccer League team's ownership group, the club announced on Tuesday.
Carle signs multi-year extension as head coach of Denver Pios men's ice hockey
Head coach David Carle is continuing his commitment to the University of Denver Pioneers men's ice hockey team.
Katie Ledecky breaks her own world record in the 800-meter freestyle
Katie Ledecky now has the top 10 performances all-time in the event, according to USA Swimming.
Colorado Avalanche lose to Dallas Stars, eliminated from Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Colorado Avalanche lost to the Dallas Stars 4-2 in Game 7 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday.
Sovereignty wins the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby
Sovereignty defeated a field of 18 challengers to win the 151st Kentucky Derby Saturday at Churchill Downs.
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New Pope Leo XIV honored by Trump: "What excitement"
Robert Francis Prevost, who was born in Chicago and attended Villanova University, was elected as the new pope on Thursday and chose Leo XIV as his papal name.
Who is the new pope? American Cardinal Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV
The 2025 papal conclave at the Vatican ended with the election of American-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV. Here's what to know about him.
American Cardinal Robert Prevost chosen as new pope
On the second day of the conclave at the Vatican, the cardinal electors chose Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as the new pope, Leo XIV.
Trump calls Fed chair a "fool" for keeping interest rates steady
The President's criticism comes a day after the Federal chair said the time isn't yet right for a rate cut.
Stocks close higher after U.S. and U.K. announce trade deal
Investors hope the U.S.-U.K. trade agreement is a preiude to more deals, although Wall Street analysts say to expect more volatility.
Latest Political Updates
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FEMA leader fired after breaking with Trump administration on eliminating agency
Cameron Hamilton, FEMA's acting administrator, is leaving the nation's disaster relief agency, after saying he didn't support eliminating FEMA.
New Pope Leo XIV honored by Trump: "What excitement"
Robert Francis Prevost, who was born in Chicago and attended Villanova University, was elected as the new pope on Thursday and chose Leo XIV as his papal name.
Trump hails framework of U.K. trade deal, but 10% tariffs will remain on some items
President Trump said in remarks from the Oval Office that the two countries are "affirming that reciprocity and fairness is an essential and vital principle."
House approves bill renaming Gulf of Mexico as "Gulf of America"
The bill would codify the name change, though it would carry no authority outside the U.S.
State lawmakers debated long list of controversial issues this legislative session
The 75th General Assembly adjourned Wednesday after debating more than 650 bills over the last 120 days.
Health News
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What to know about Dr. Casey Means, Trump's new surgeon general nominee
President Trump said his new pick for surgeon general, Dr. Casey Means, has "impeccable" credentials, after the White House withdrew his earlier nominee.
CDC disease detectives exempted from Trump hiring freeze
Each year, the CDC usually hires a new class of Epidemic Intelligence Service officers, known as disease detectives.
Seeking spending cuts, GOP targets a tax hospitals love to pay
Republicans, on the hunt for spending cuts, are eying a special kind of Medicaid tax that nearly every state uses to boost funding for hospitals, nursing homes, and other providers.
HHS revokes some layoff notices, including to 9/11 program
The Food and Drug Administration's food safety labs and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's World Trade Center Health Program were reinstated.
FDA picks critic of COVID boosters to be new top vaccines official
Dr. Vinay Prasad replaces Dr. Peter Marks, who Prasad had called "dangerous."
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DIA flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k
DIA CEO Phillip Washington and his top executives recently flew round-trip to Madrid for a three-day airport conference for a total cost of about $165,000, records show -- far more than the cost for similarly-sized airports.
Trump calls Fed chair a "fool" for keeping interest rates steady
The President's criticism comes a day after the Federal chair said the time isn't yet right for a rate cut.
Stocks close higher after U.S. and U.K. announce trade deal
Investors hope the U.S.-U.K. trade agreement is a preiude to more deals, although Wall Street analysts say to expect more volatility.
Trump hails framework of U.K. trade deal, but 10% tariffs will remain on some items
President Trump said in remarks from the Oval Office that the two countries are "affirming that reciprocity and fairness is an essential and vital principle."
Ford hiking prices on 3 vehicle models manufactured in Mexico
Ford Motor cites higher U.S. tariffs as one reason why the automaker is raising prices for three of its cars.
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DIA flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k
DIA CEO Phillip Washington and his top executives recently flew round-trip to Madrid for a three-day airport conference for a total cost of about $165,000, records show -- far more than the cost for similarly-sized airports.
Survivor, former police officer detail sex trafficking in Northglenn home
A woman, who says she was held as a "sex slave" for years, and a former police investigator involved in the case, say a convicted human trafficker held as many as 20 women in his basement over the last five years.
Former Lakeside town clerk gets probation for embezzlement
A judge sentenced former Lakeside Town Clerk Brenda Hamilton to three years of probation and ordered her to repay the town $26,000 for her part in buying and selling town-owned cars after being convicted of embezzlement.
Denver mayor proposes hefty raises for appointees amid bleak economic forecast
Just days after city economists and finance personnel warned of recession-like conditions, CBS Colorado has learned that Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is seeking double-digit raises for some of his appointees.
Denver city council members raise concerns with new budget projections
Denver's top finance administrators told city council members that the next several months will be "very very uncomfortable" and will feel like a recession with soft revenue projections.