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911 Calls In Denver On Hold: 'It Was Frightening' Says CallerDenver's 911 system is out of compliance with nationally recognized standards for answering calls as thousands of callers are finding themselves on hold when they call in to report an emergency.
'Just Bad Training': Colorado Semi-Truck Driving Schools Noticing Lack Of ExperienceSnow added to steep hills would likely make things tough for drivers, especially semi-truck drivers trying to navigate the high country.
Aurora Police Investigate Deadly Hit & Run Crash Involving PedestrianAurora police responded to Chamber Circle near Elkhart Street Monday night for a deadly hit and run crash.
Adams County Man Faces First Degree Murder Charge After WifeThe Adams County Sheriff's Office arrested a man they say killed his wife earlier this month.
2 Schools In Denver Targeted With Anti-Semitic VandalismDenver's Jewish community is condemning two separate vandalisms at Denver schools.
Leadville Hospital Upgrades & Expands Despite Brink Of Financial CrisisAs many rural hospitals struggle to find footing in the midst of the pandemic, St. Vincent Healthcare in Leadville is making an incredible comeback.
Steve Pankey's Ex-Wife Testifies In His Trial For The Murder Of Jonelle MatthewsA second week of testimony began on Oct. 18 in the Jonelle Matthews murder trial in Wed County.
University Of Denver To Require Flu Vaccine: 'We're Taking This Seriously'With cold and flu season approaching on Colorado University is requiring everyone on campus to get another vaccine shot.
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'Colorado Free Application Day$' To Give College Seekers A Boost This WeekThe fourth annual Colorado Free Application Day campaign is changing to a multi-day event called Colorado Free Application Days.
La Niña Is Back, Here's How It Could Impact Colorado This WinterTrying to forecast what to expect in Colorado during a La Niña winter is difficult because there are so many factors at play.
Blue Angels Jet Made Emergency Landing At Colorado Air Show After Experiencing Flat TireA U.S. Navy Blue Angels fighter jet landed unexpectedly in northern Colorado on Saturday during The Great Colorado Air Show.
Sports
Broncos Honor Sacrifice Of Boulder Police Officer Eric TalleyIt has been nearly 7 months since Boulder police officer Eric Talley was shot and killed while responding to an active shooting at a King Soopers grocery store.
CSU's Cayden Camper Continues To Be Nation's Most Prolific Field Goal KickerCSU's Cayden Camper continues to be the nation's most prolific field goal kicker.
Colorado Extends Arizona Skid To 18 Games With 34-0 ShutoutThe Colorado Buffaloes scored touchdowns on a blocked punt and an interception in their 34-0 win over Arizona on Saturday that extended the nation's longest losing streak to 18 games.
CBS4 Investigates
911 Calls In Denver On Hold: 'It Was Frightening' Says CallerDenver's 911 system is out of compliance with nationally recognized standards for answering calls as thousands of callers are finding themselves on hold when they call in to report an emergency.
'Shady... Cronyism' At Denver Parks And Rec Says City Council MemberDenver's two deputy managers in the Parks and Recreation Department, who were appointees of Mayor Michael Hancock, saw their job classifications changed last month to a status that provides hefty protections from removal.
'Significant' COVID Outbreak Reported At Jefferson County JailDozens of inmates and deputies at the Jefferson County jail have tested positive for COVID-19, and one inmate is hospitalized in what a department spokesperson terms a "significant" outbreak.
CBSN Denver Interviews
'We Will Welcome You With Open Arms': Doctor Stresses Importance of Mammograms During Breast Cancer Awareness MonthOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the perfect time to remind women about the importance of getting recommended screenings.
What Does It Take To Design A Penguin Habitat? Builder Talks About New Denver Zoo ExhibitThe Denver Zoo’s African penguins have a brand-new home. The Pinnacol African Penguin Point opened in September, replacing the old exhibit at Bird World. On CBSN Denver, we talked to Vertix Builders, who helped bring this new habitat to life.
World Stroke Day Is Oct. 29: Know The Signs And SymptomsWorld Stroke Day is coming up on October 29th. Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death in America. Despite that, only about half of Americans can name a single sign or symptom of a stroke.
Eye On Earth
Colorado Families Share Process Of How New Legal 'Green Funerals' WorkInterest continues to grow in alternative options for families looking to leave their loved ones at peace with the earth in an environmentally conscious method.
Boss Defrost Could Change How Restaurants Defrost Food While Helping Conserve WaterGallons of water are wasted each day trying to safely thaw food used in restaurants across the country so a Colorado team invented a product to preserve this precious resource while helping kitchens cook with frozen meat and vegetables in an efficient way.
New Colorado Climate Corps To 'Tackle The Climate Crisis'Colorado leaders announced they are joining forces with the Colorado Interagency Climate Team to create the Colorado Climate Corps.
