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Man drowns attempting to help children in rough water
A man drowned in a Colorado lake Wednesday when he tried to help four children swimming in rough waters.
FAA investigating radio failure at Denver Air Traffic Control Center
A radio failure Monday at the Denver Air Traffic Control Center temporarily affected communications, according to the FAA.
Colorado agencies pay tribute to fallen law enforcement officers
May 15 is National Peace Officers Memorial Day, and agencies across Colorado are honoring police, troopers and other law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty.
Iconic Stanley Hotel in Colorado purchased by public entity
The historic and iconic Stanley Hotel in Northern Colorado has been sold to the public entity, The Stanley Partnership for Art Culture and Education, LLC.
Denver Housing Authority opens public housing pre-applications amid demand
The search for affordable housing continues to be a challenge for many Denver residents, but starting this Friday, the Denver Housing Authority is offering a new opportunity for relief.
Longstanding Wheat Ridge butcher shop receives support amid plans to close
A butcher shop in the Denver metro area that's more than 80 years old sliced its last cut of meat this week.
Fungus deadly to bats found in Rocky Mountain National Park
A deadly fungal disease impacting bat populations has now been detected west of the Continental Divide in Colorado for the first time, raising concerns among wildlife officials.
1 dead, 2 hurt in Aurora King Soopers shooting, search for shooter continues
One person was killed and two others were injured in a triple shooting Wednesday night in the parking lot of a King Soopers store in Aurora.
Westbound lanes of Colorado's I-70 reopen after closure at Vail Pass
The westbound lanes of Colorado's I-70 were closed for a couple of hours on Thursday morning at Vail Pass due to a crash.
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Seasonal temperatures make a comeback with scattered shower chances
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Adam Foote gets his first head coaching job
Two-time Stanley Cup champion Adam Foote has been hired as a head coach for the first time in his coaching career.
Dick's Sporting Goods to buy ailing Foot Locker for $2.4 billion
Foot Locker is the second major U.S. shoe company to be acquired in recent weeks as tariffs hit footwear industry.
Broncos 2025 full schedule is out
The Denver Broncos 2025 schedule is official. The Broncos will start out the season at home against the Titans, they'll have a bye in Week 12 and they'll be playing in numerous primetime games.
What to know about the release of the full Denver Broncos NFL schedule
The release of the full Denver Broncos 2025 schedule will take place on Wednesday evening.
Pete Rose, "Shoeless" Joe Jackson reinstated by MLB
Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson are now both eligible for baseball's Hall of Fame after their careers were tarnished by sports gambling scandals.
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Car catches fire after crash on I-25 south, 2 injured
I-25 southbound was closed near 84th Avenue Wednesday afternoon after two vehicles were involved in a crash.
Stanley Hotel in Estes Park purchased by public entity
The historic Colorado hotel has been sold. The public entity, The Stanley Partnership for Art Culture and Education, LLC (or SPACE), purchased the hotel through a public-private partnership.
FAA investigating radio failure at Denver Air Traffic Control Center
A radio failure Monday at the Denver Air Traffic Control Center temporarily affected communications, according to the FAA.
Westbound lanes of Colorado's I-70 reopen after closure at Vail Pass
The westbound lanes of Colorado's I-70 were closed for a couple of hours on Thursday morning at Vail Pass due to a crash.
Seasonal temperatures make a comeback with scattered shower chances
Watch Alex Lehnert's forecast
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First Alert Weather Spring Special
Watch CBS News Colorado's First Alert Weather Spring Special.
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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DHS requests 20,000 National Guard troops to help with mass deportation
It's the latest request from the Trump administration for assistance with its mass deportation efforts.
FAA has used eBay and 3D printers to replace parts, Duffy says
President Trump's transportation secretary said Thursday the FAA's air traffic control system "truly is 25, 35, 40 years old in some places."
Republicans propose gutting Biden climate bill for Trump tax cuts
The heart of the Republican budget legislation targets key climate and energy provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act.
House Democrat backs off rogue attempt to force Trump impeachment vote
Democratic leadership opposed the impeachment effort by Rep. Shri Thanedar, calling it a distraction.
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Sen. Klobuchar to accuse Trump of "unprecedented overreach" in speech
Sen. Amy Klobuchar is set to argue President Trump is "disregard[ing] the rule of law" and his tariff policies will leave small businesses as "roadkill," according to excerpts obtained by CBS News.
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Homies Unidos helps youth in the city find a road to peace and mental health
Addressing the root causes of gang violence by promoting a positive sense of community.
Colorado neurologist saves 30-year-old amid spike in strokes among young people
Kayla Garfield is among the concerning statistics of a rise in strokes among young adults. People 65 and under in the U.S. have seen a 15% increase in strokes over the past decade, with a specific 15% jump in those aged 18-44.
RFK Jr. says people shouldn't take his medical advice
"My opinions about vaccines are irrelevant," Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said during the House hearing.
Men more likely to die of "broken heart syndrome," study finds
The heart condition, formally known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is associated with stressful events, such as the death of a loved one.
Overdose deaths dropped in 2024 but still above pre-pandemic levels
There were 30,000 fewer U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024 than the year before — the largest one-year decline ever recorded.
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Department of Corrections committed to body camera implementation
The Colorado Department of Corrections now says it's moving forward with a full implementation of body worn cameras for their adult parole division.
Travel advisor in "disbelief" DIA paid for executive to use first/business class
A travel consultant who is in the business of helping travelers save money on flight upgrades said he was in "shock, disbelief" to learn executives from Denver International Airport spent as much as $19,000 for roundtrip airfare to attend an aviation conference overseas.
Dozens of Colorado drivers take concerns for express lane citations to court
A number of drivers in the state are now raising concerns over express lane citations issued in the state in court.
DIA flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k
Denver International Airport 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.
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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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Man drowns attempting to help children in rough water
A man drowned in a Colorado lake Wednesday when he tried to help four children swimming in rough waters.
FAA investigating radio failure at Denver Air Traffic Control Center
A radio failure Monday at the Denver Air Traffic Control Center temporarily affected communications, according to the FAA.
Colorado agencies pay tribute to fallen law enforcement officers
May 15 is National Peace Officers Memorial Day, and agencies across Colorado are honoring police, troopers and other law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty.
Iconic Stanley Hotel in Colorado purchased by public entity
The historic and iconic Stanley Hotel in Northern Colorado has been sold to the public entity, The Stanley Partnership for Art Culture and Education, LLC.
Denver Housing Authority opens public housing pre-applications amid demand
The search for affordable housing continues to be a challenge for many Denver residents, but starting this Friday, the Denver Housing Authority is offering a new opportunity for relief.
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Car catches fire after crash on I-25 south, 2 injured
I-25 southbound was closed near 84th Avenue Wednesday afternoon after two vehicles were involved in a crash.
Stanley Hotel in Estes Park purchased by public entity
The historic Colorado hotel has been sold. The public entity, The Stanley Partnership for Art Culture and Education, LLC (or SPACE), purchased the hotel through a public-private partnership.
FAA investigating radio failure at Denver Air Traffic Control Center
A radio failure Monday at the Denver Air Traffic Control Center temporarily affected communications, according to the FAA.
Westbound lanes of Colorado's I-70 reopen after closure at Vail Pass
The westbound lanes of Colorado's I-70 were closed for a couple of hours on Thursday morning at Vail Pass due to a crash.
Seasonal temperatures make a comeback with scattered shower chances
Watch Alex Lehnert's forecast
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Adam Foote gets his first head coaching job
Two-time Stanley Cup champion Adam Foote has been hired as a head coach for the first time in his coaching career.
Dick's Sporting Goods to buy ailing Foot Locker for $2.4 billion
Foot Locker is the second major U.S. shoe company to be acquired in recent weeks as tariffs hit footwear industry.
Broncos 2025 full schedule is out
The Denver Broncos 2025 schedule is official. The Broncos will start out the season at home against the Titans, they'll have a bye in Week 12 and they'll be playing in numerous primetime games.
What to know about the release of the full Denver Broncos NFL schedule
The release of the full Denver Broncos 2025 schedule will take place on Wednesday evening.
Pete Rose, "Shoeless" Joe Jackson reinstated by MLB
Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson are now both eligible for baseball's Hall of Fame after their careers were tarnished by sports gambling scandals.
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Is TikTok down? Here's what to know.
Tens of thousands of TikTok users reported the social media service was down on Thursday, according to Downdetector.
FAA has used eBay and 3D printers to replace parts, Duffy says
President Trump's transportation secretary said Thursday the FAA's air traffic control system "truly is 25, 35, 40 years old in some places."
Starbucks workers are striking over the chain's new dress code
More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas at 75 U.S. stores have gone on strike since Sunday, protesting the coffee giant's new dress code.
Here's where it's toughest for the middle class to find an affordable home
Households earning $75,000 can afford only 1 in 5 for-sale homes, down from half of all listed properties before the pandemic, a new study finds.
Walmart says it plans to raise prices despite lower U.S. tariffs
The world's largest retailer said wide-ranging levies on U.S. trade partners are impeding its ability to keep prices low.
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DHS requests 20,000 National Guard troops to help with mass deportation
It's the latest request from the Trump administration for assistance with its mass deportation efforts.
FAA has used eBay and 3D printers to replace parts, Duffy says
President Trump's transportation secretary said Thursday the FAA's air traffic control system "truly is 25, 35, 40 years old in some places."
Republicans propose gutting Biden climate bill for Trump tax cuts
The heart of the Republican budget legislation targets key climate and energy provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act.
House Democrat backs off rogue attempt to force Trump impeachment vote
Democratic leadership opposed the impeachment effort by Rep. Shri Thanedar, calling it a distraction.
Exclusive
Sen. Klobuchar to accuse Trump of "unprecedented overreach" in speech
Sen. Amy Klobuchar is set to argue President Trump is "disregard[ing] the rule of law" and his tariff policies will leave small businesses as "roadkill," according to excerpts obtained by CBS News.
Health News
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Homies Unidos helps youth in the city find a road to peace and mental health
Addressing the root causes of gang violence by promoting a positive sense of community.
Colorado neurologist saves 30-year-old amid spike in strokes among young people
Kayla Garfield is among the concerning statistics of a rise in strokes among young adults. People 65 and under in the U.S. have seen a 15% increase in strokes over the past decade, with a specific 15% jump in those aged 18-44.
RFK Jr. says people shouldn't take his medical advice
"My opinions about vaccines are irrelevant," Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said during the House hearing.
Men more likely to die of "broken heart syndrome," study finds
The heart condition, formally known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is associated with stressful events, such as the death of a loved one.
Overdose deaths dropped in 2024 but still above pre-pandemic levels
There were 30,000 fewer U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024 than the year before — the largest one-year decline ever recorded.
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Is TikTok down? Here's what to know.
Tens of thousands of TikTok users reported the social media service was down on Thursday, according to Downdetector.
Iconic Stanley Hotel in Colorado purchased by public entity
The historic and iconic Stanley Hotel in Northern Colorado has been sold to the public entity, The Stanley Partnership for Art Culture and Education, LLC.
Starbucks workers are striking over the chain's new dress code
More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas at 75 U.S. stores have gone on strike since Sunday, protesting the coffee giant's new dress code.
Longstanding Wheat Ridge butcher shop receives support amid plans to close
A butcher shop in the Denver metro area that's more than 80 years old sliced its last cut of meat this week.
Here's where it's toughest for the middle class to find an affordable home
Households earning $75,000 can afford only 1 in 5 for-sale homes, down from half of all listed properties before the pandemic, a new study finds.
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Department of Corrections committed to body camera implementation
The Colorado Department of Corrections now says it's moving forward with a full implementation of body worn cameras for their adult parole division.
Travel advisor in "disbelief" DIA paid for executive to use first/business class
A travel consultant who is in the business of helping travelers save money on flight upgrades said he was in "shock, disbelief" to learn executives from Denver International Airport spent as much as $19,000 for roundtrip airfare to attend an aviation conference overseas.
Dozens of Colorado drivers take concerns for express lane citations to court
A number of drivers in the state are now raising concerns over express lane citations issued in the state in court.
DIA flew 9 execs to Madrid 1st class, business class; one ticket was over $19k
Denver International Airport 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.