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Colorado nonprofit describes dangers of travelling for undocumented immigrantsAs the number of dead made the discovery of an abandoned tractor trailer packed with migrants the worst such tragedy in U.S. history, discussion again rose about the dangers of smuggling and life in the shadows of illegal immigration.

CSU 'making our world a little more sustainable' with new turbine donationColorado State University is now on the leading front of research universities after obtaining a 3.5 megawatt gas turbine donation.

Campaign 2022: Primary race for Colorado governor called for Heidi GanahlMost Colorado voters chose Heidi Ganahl over Greg Lopez to face Democratic incumbent Gov. Jared Polis in the November general election. Ganahl secured more than 53% of the vote.

Campaign 2022: Pam Anderson is projected winner of Colorado Secretary of State primary raceA majority of Colorado voters chose Pam Anderson to face incumbent Jena Griswold in the race for Secretary of State in the November general election, the AP says.

Campaign 2022: Joe O'Dea wins primary race for senate nominationColorado's U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet will face Joe O'Dea in November's general election.

Colorado Springs man gored by bison at Yellowstone National ParkA 34-year-old man from Colorado Springs suffered injuries after a bison gored him at Yellowstone National Park. The National Park Service says he was walking with his family on a boardwalk near Giant Geyser at Old Faithful on June 27.

Combination of facility smoke and stagnant weather puts some Coloradans at greater respiratory riskCrews worked for hours to drown the fire, and several factors, including power lines, led to a long firefight.

Family Who Lost Son In Lake Granby Helps Create Multi-Agency Water Response TeamA mother continues to fight to make sure the tragedy her family experienced at Lake Grandby when her son died several years ago doesn't happen to other families.
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'Bucket List': Visit Cheyenne Frontier Days For The Rodeo, Music, FunFinal preparations are underway for Cheyenne Frontier Days which starts July 22.

WATCH: Colorado Avalanche dent Stanley Cup during postgame celebrationMoments after receiving the Stanley Cup, the Colorado Avalanche made a serious impact on the trophy.

What to watch in primaries in Colorado, Illinois, elsewhereSeven states are set to host primary elections Tuesday as the nation comes to terms with last week's stunning Supreme Court ruling eliminating the constitutional right to an abortion.
Sports

Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup celebration, parade in Denver will take place on ThursdayThe Stanley Cup Champion Colorado Avalanche will continue the celebration with a championship parade on Thursday in Denver.

Chad Kuhl tosses 3-hit shutout, Rockies beat Dodgers 4-0 at Coors FieldChad Kuhl pitched a three-hitter for his first major league shutout and the Colorado Rockies beat Los Angeles 4-0 on Monday.

Even Before The Avalanche's Stanley Cup Win, Colorado Has Been Evolving Into A Hockey HotbedThe Avs' winning the Stanley Cup is sure to bring more interest in hockey to the region, but the success of the professional team is just the tip of the iceberg in our area.
Health

Combination of facility smoke and stagnant weather puts some Coloradans at greater respiratory riskCrews worked for hours to drown the fire, and several factors, including power lines, led to a long firefight.

Coloradans have access to free HIV and STI testing on National HIV Testing DayColoradans get a free HIV test across the state thanks to multiple programs and initiatives through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

Crowds protest at state Capitol after Supreme Court decision overturning Roe V. WadeHundreds of people gathered at the state Capitol on Friday evening after the Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade.
Making Ends Meet

Making Ends Meet: gas tax holiday could save you money at the pumpPresident Joe Biden is calling on Congress to suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes for three months. It is in the hope to save people money at the pump as gas prices continue to hit daily record highs.

Coloradans Generally Still Taking Road Trips As Federal Government Considers Pause On Gas TaxThe average price of gas in Colorado increased 78 cents in just the past month. AAA reports the current average in Colorado is almost $4.92 per gallon.

Colorado Food Bank Facing 'The Perfect Storm' With Supply & Demand Amid Soaring InflationThe Weld Food Bank in northern Colorado said they've seen a 25% increase in demand for their services in recent months as the price for gasoline and groceries climbs to record highs.
CBS4 Investigates

Report Concludes Commerce City Police Chief 'Not Truthful' About Speeding StopAn independent investigative report, triggered by a CBS4 Investigation, into an out-of-state speeding stop of Commerce City police Chief Clint Nichols, has found the chief was "not truthful" on multiple levels and multiple occasions about the stop.

Judge Denies New Trial For Convicted Killer Harold HenthornA federal judge on Thursday denied convicted wife-killer Harold Henthorn a new trial, after Henthorn claimed his trial attorney “acted in his own self-interest, was dishonest” and committed fraud in the course of defending Henthorn.

13 Denver Metro Area Superintendents Voice Support For Adams 14, Following State Board Vote To Reorganize DistrictThirteen Denver metro area school superintendents have signed a letter to the Colorado Board of Education saying they're "deeply disappointed" the board would take the unprecedented step of reorganizing the Adams 14 School District.
CBS News Colorado Interviews

Scoliosis Awareness Month: Early Detection Is KeyJune is Scoliosis Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and education about the disease.

Colorado Music Festival Returns To Boulder's Chautauqua Auditorium After 2 YearsThe Colorado Music Festival is making a splash this summer, as it cannonballs back into the deep end with a full orchestral ensemble for the first time in two years.

Fun Ways To Explore The High Line Canal Planned For Walk For The CanalThe High Line Canal Conservancy will be raising money and awareness for the 71-mile long trail during weeklong Walk For The Canal.