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Annual holiday parade will impact traffic, RTD services in downtown Denver
An annual holiday parade will disrupt traffic and RTD services in downtown Denver this weekend.
Double murder prompts security changes at UCCS campus
The University of Colorado-Colorado Springs plans to make changes to improve campus safety after two people were shot to death in a dorm in February.
Polis attends renaming of Highlands Ranch intersection for Kendrick Castillo
The intersection of Plaza Drive and Lucent Boulevard has been renamed Kendrick Castillo Way after the only victim of the 2019 STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting.
Remains from 1973 Colorado cold case identified, "suspicious circumstances"
Weld County Sheriff's Office cold case detectives have identified the human remains discovered in 1973 as those of Roxanne Leadbeater.
Mild, sunny Friday before snow returns
Our quiet weather pattern continues today and through the weekend, with temperatures above normal.
Colorado man among hikers believed dead in New Zealand
A Colorado man is among a group of hikers believed to be dead after they didn't return for their flight back earlier this week.
Lakewood City Council approves new ordinance but questions remain
A requirement that mandates portions of new developments must remain in an open area goes into effect in Lakewood on Saturday.
Hundreds of pothole claims made every year are rarely paid out
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.
Deputy resigns after discovery of her adult videos
Shannon Lofland, a veteran deputy in the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, resigned this week amid a department internal investigation into her performing in adult videos, jobs she says she took "out of desperation."
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Colorado weather: Warming trend continues into the weekend
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
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X Games picks Jeremy Bloom as new CEO
Jeremy Bloom will become the new CEO of the X Games. The ex-Olympic freestyle skier and Colorado football player will step into the executive role, the company announced Thursday.
Professional poker player pleads guilty to massive bettor fraud scheme
Cory Zeidman, 63, was arrested in connection with the $25 million scheme in 2021.
Broncos waive wide receiver Josh Reynolds
The Denver Broncos cut wide receiver Josh Reynolds, who hadn't played since Week 5 due to a finger fracture.
Broncos improve to 8-5 with 41-32 win over Browns
Ja'Quan McMillian returned an interception 44 yards for a game-sealing touchdown with 1:48 remaining, and the Broncos spoiled career-best performances by Cleveland quarterback Jameis Winston and wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, beating the Browns 41-32.
Bonitto scores first career defensive touchdown
Late in the first half of the Broncos game against the Browns, outside linebacker Nik Bonitto scored the first defensive touchdown of his career.
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Gov. Polis attends resigning of Highlands Ranch intersection in honor of Kendrick Castillo
The intersection of Plaza Drive and Lucent Boulevard has been renamed Kendrick Castillo Way after the only victim of the 2019 STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting.
Colorado weather: Warming trend continues into the weekend
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey prepares to release limited batch this weekend
The Snowflake Village Festival is a popuar event ahead of Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey release of its limited batch #27 this weekend.
Parade to disrupt traffic in downtown Denver this weekend
A holiday parade will disrupt traffic in downtown Denver this weekend.
Colorado man among hikers believed dead in New Zealand
A Colorado man is among a group of hikers believed to be dead in New Zealand.
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Watch the First Alert Weather Winter Special
Your CBS News Colorado First Alert meteorologists let you know what's in store this winter so you can prepare and stay safe.
Colorado bracing for a La Nina winter, what does that mean?
One of the big things we look at is what El Nino and La Nino are doing. It all has to do with the water temperatures off the coast of South America.
Colorado avalanche survivor describes being buried: "I was frozen in place"
Last February after a big snowstorm in Grand Mesa one group of snowmobilers hit the slopes for what they thought would be a fun afternoon. The fun came to a screeching halt when one of those snowmobilers triggered a small avalanche.
Walden, Colorado is the coldest location in the state. But why?
Colorado is home to some of the wildest weather across the United States. After all, the old saying goes "The weather starts east of the Rockies."
Colorado's wind and terrain plays a big role in forecasting snow
This significant difference in elevation can help play a pivotal role in deciding which place will be the big winner during a snowstorm. Three major features that drive northern Colorado's weather include the Front Range Mountains, Palmer Divide, and the Cheyenne Ridge.
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Here's what to know about Trump's pick to lead the IRS, Billy Long
President-elect Donald Trump wants former lawmaker and auctioneer Billy Long to replace IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel.
Biden considering preemptive pardons for perceived enemies of Trump
President Biden is weighing giving preemptive pardons to perceived enemies of President-elect Donald Trump to shield them from possible "retribution."
Sanders says RFK Jr. "exactly correct" on food issues
The independent Vermont senator also called some of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s views "very wrong."
House Republicans block release of Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee met earlier Thursday to discuss its investigation into the Florida Republican.
Secret Service chief, GOP lawmaker get in heated shouting match at hearing
"You wanted to be visible because you're auditioning for this job that you're not going to get," Rep. Pat Fallon told acting Secret Service Director Pat Fallon.
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"Pharmacy deserts" on the rise amid U.S. drugstore closures
Across the U.S., at least 7,000 pharmacies have closed since 2019. Of those, roughly half were independent drugstores.
Sanders says RFK Jr. "exactly correct" on food issues
The independent Vermont senator also called some of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s views "very wrong."
U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
Older Americans struggle more to afford health care compared with other nations
Even those enrolled in Medicare have a harder time paying for treatment compared with older adults in other countries.
False claims about hidden Plan B "pill" in pregnancy tests resurface online
The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.
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Hundreds of pothole claims made every year are rarely paid out
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.
Deputy resigns after discovery of her adult videos
Shannon Lofland, a veteran deputy in the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, resigned this week amid a department internal investigation into her performing in adult videos, jobs she says she took "out of desperation."
DIA restroom incident leads to suspension of food services worker
An employee of Gate Gourmet, a catering company serving airlines at Denver International Airport, is under investigation by Denver police after an airline passenger said he caught the worker trying to secretly take a picture of the passenger in a bathroom stall.
Judge declares curfew law in Colorado town unconstitutional
A district court judge in Elbert County has declared the town of Elizabeth's curfew law unconstitutional after a Colorado family says they spent $12,000 fighting their son's $30 curfew ticket.
Coloradans frustrated over Xcel Energy rebate program funding shortfall
Xcel is facing backlash from customers after halting a popular rebate program. It's the third time in three months a rebate program has run out of funds, leaving hundreds of customers uncertain about the money they were promised.
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Denver Christkindlmarket
The Denver Christkindlmarket is an "authentic German-style holiday market featuring local and European craft and food vendors and entertainment." It is open through Dec. 23.
Border War 2024: Rams vs. Cowboys
The 2024 Border War took place at Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins on Nov. 15.
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Annual holiday parade will impact traffic, RTD services in downtown Denver
An annual holiday parade will disrupt traffic and RTD services in downtown Denver this weekend.
Double murder prompts security changes at UCCS campus
The University of Colorado-Colorado Springs plans to make changes to improve campus safety after two people were shot to death in a dorm in February.
Polis attends renaming of Highlands Ranch intersection for Kendrick Castillo
The intersection of Plaza Drive and Lucent Boulevard has been renamed Kendrick Castillo Way after the only victim of the 2019 STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting.
Remains from 1973 Colorado cold case identified, "suspicious circumstances"
Weld County Sheriff's Office cold case detectives have identified the human remains discovered in 1973 as those of Roxanne Leadbeater.
Mild, sunny Friday before snow returns
Our quiet weather pattern continues today and through the weekend, with temperatures above normal.
Latest Videos
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Gov. Polis attends resigning of Highlands Ranch intersection in honor of Kendrick Castillo
The intersection of Plaza Drive and Lucent Boulevard has been renamed Kendrick Castillo Way after the only victim of the 2019 STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting.
Colorado weather: Warming trend continues into the weekend
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey prepares to release limited batch this weekend
The Snowflake Village Festival is a popuar event ahead of Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey release of its limited batch #27 this weekend.
Parade to disrupt traffic in downtown Denver this weekend
A holiday parade will disrupt traffic in downtown Denver this weekend.
Colorado man among hikers believed dead in New Zealand
A Colorado man is among a group of hikers believed to be dead in New Zealand.
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X Games picks Jeremy Bloom as new CEO
Jeremy Bloom will become the new CEO of the X Games. The ex-Olympic freestyle skier and Colorado football player will step into the executive role, the company announced Thursday.
Professional poker player pleads guilty to massive bettor fraud scheme
Cory Zeidman, 63, was arrested in connection with the $25 million scheme in 2021.
Broncos waive wide receiver Josh Reynolds
The Denver Broncos cut wide receiver Josh Reynolds, who hadn't played since Week 5 due to a finger fracture.
Broncos improve to 8-5 with 41-32 win over Browns
Ja'Quan McMillian returned an interception 44 yards for a game-sealing touchdown with 1:48 remaining, and the Broncos spoiled career-best performances by Cleveland quarterback Jameis Winston and wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, beating the Browns 41-32.
Bonitto scores first career defensive touchdown
Late in the first half of the Broncos game against the Browns, outside linebacker Nik Bonitto scored the first defensive touchdown of his career.
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Employers added 227,000 in November as job market rebounded
The labor market rebounded last month after taking a hit in October from hurricanes and labor disputes.
Wisdom, the world's oldest-known wild bird, lays an egg at 74
Wisdom the Laysan albatross was first tagged by researchers in 1956. Since then, she's believed to have raised as many as 30 chicks.
Here's what to know about Trump's pick to lead the IRS, Billy Long
President-elect Donald Trump wants former lawmaker and auctioneer Billy Long to replace IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel.
Biden considering preemptive pardons for perceived enemies of Trump
President Biden is weighing giving preemptive pardons to perceived enemies of President-elect Donald Trump to shield them from possible "retribution."
More mail being stolen from within the U.S. Postal Service
A federal oversight report shared this week shows more mail is being stolen from inside the postal service. The Office of the Inspector General says criminal organizations are targeting employees to move narcotics and steal checks.
Latest Political Updates
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Here's what to know about Trump's pick to lead the IRS, Billy Long
President-elect Donald Trump wants former lawmaker and auctioneer Billy Long to replace IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel.
Biden considering preemptive pardons for perceived enemies of Trump
President Biden is weighing giving preemptive pardons to perceived enemies of President-elect Donald Trump to shield them from possible "retribution."
Sanders says RFK Jr. "exactly correct" on food issues
The independent Vermont senator also called some of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s views "very wrong."
House Republicans block release of Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee met earlier Thursday to discuss its investigation into the Florida Republican.
Secret Service chief, GOP lawmaker get in heated shouting match at hearing
"You wanted to be visible because you're auditioning for this job that you're not going to get," Rep. Pat Fallon told acting Secret Service Director Pat Fallon.
Health News
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"Pharmacy deserts" on the rise amid U.S. drugstore closures
Across the U.S., at least 7,000 pharmacies have closed since 2019. Of those, roughly half were independent drugstores.
Sanders says RFK Jr. "exactly correct" on food issues
The independent Vermont senator also called some of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s views "very wrong."
U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
Older Americans struggle more to afford health care compared with other nations
Even those enrolled in Medicare have a harder time paying for treatment compared with older adults in other countries.
False claims about hidden Plan B "pill" in pregnancy tests resurface online
The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.
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Employers added 227,000 in November as job market rebounded
The labor market rebounded last month after taking a hit in October from hurricanes and labor disputes.
Here's what to know about Trump's pick to lead the IRS, Billy Long
President-elect Donald Trump wants former lawmaker and auctioneer Billy Long to replace IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel.
X Games picks Jeremy Bloom as new CEO
Jeremy Bloom will become the new CEO of the X Games. The ex-Olympic freestyle skier and Colorado football player will step into the executive role, the company announced Thursday.
More mail being stolen from within the U.S. Postal Service
A federal oversight report shared this week shows more mail is being stolen from inside the postal service. The Office of the Inspector General says criminal organizations are targeting employees to move narcotics and steal checks.
Data centers proliferate nationwide, encroaching on cities, suburbs
Abutting homes, schools an parks, the sprawling warehouses are a huge drain on local resources and major pollutant.
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Hundreds of pothole claims made every year are rarely paid out
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.
Deputy resigns after discovery of her adult videos
Shannon Lofland, a veteran deputy in the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, resigned this week amid a department internal investigation into her performing in adult videos, jobs she says she took "out of desperation."
DIA restroom incident leads to suspension of food services worker
An employee of Gate Gourmet, a catering company serving airlines at Denver International Airport, is under investigation by Denver police after an airline passenger said he caught the worker trying to secretly take a picture of the passenger in a bathroom stall.
Judge declares curfew law in Colorado town unconstitutional
A district court judge in Elbert County has declared the town of Elizabeth's curfew law unconstitutional after a Colorado family says they spent $12,000 fighting their son's $30 curfew ticket.
Coloradans frustrated over Xcel Energy rebate program funding shortfall
Xcel is facing backlash from customers after halting a popular rebate program. It's the third time in three months a rebate program has run out of funds, leaving hundreds of customers uncertain about the money they were promised.