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Denver, Aurora, Boulder prepare to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
"Make Real the Promises of Democracy" is the 2025 theme, with events held over several days.
Efforts underway to stop wolf reintroduction with vote
Coloradans who are not happy with the wolf reintroduction plan are trying a new tactic, one that has the potential to change the course of the wildlife landscape: another popular vote.
Teen pleads guilty in fatal shooting at Longmont car rally
A teen charged in a fatal shooting at a car rally in Longmont pleaded guilty to second-degree murder Friday.
Maintenance to impact light rail service in downtown Denver
According to the Regional Transportation District, preventative maintenance will temporarily impact light rail service on the D, E, and H lines starting Jan. 12.
Bills knock Broncos out of the playoffs
Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes, James Cook scored on a 5-yard run and finished with 120 yards rushing, and the Buffalo Bills leaned on a balanced offensive attack in a 31-7 win over the Denver Broncos in a wild-card playoff game on Sunday.
DPD seeking person accused of stabbing 3 people, killing 1 near 16th Street Mall
Denver police are searching for a suspect accused of stabbing three people near the 16th Street Mall on Saturday night. One woman who was stabbed later died of her injuries, according to police.
Colorado police pursue and arrest juvenile robbery suspects
Aurora Police Department officers pursued and arrested two boys who are suspected of robbing a convenience store Sunday morning.
Pedestrian killed by hit-and-run driver in Denver
A pedestrian struck by a motorist Saturday evening passed away in a hospital overnight, according the Denver Police Department. The motorist did not stop to offer aid.
Wildlife officials work to capture 10 to 15 wolves to bring to Colorado
Colorado Parks and Wildlife started capturing wolves in Canada as the second phase of our reintroduction program is set to start this month. We spoke to ranchers at the National Western Stock Show and a wolf expert about it.
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Cool and dry start to the week , with an Arctic Blast on the way
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Bills knock Broncos out of the playoffs
Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes, James Cook scored on a 5-yard run and finished with 120 yards rushing, and the Buffalo Bills leaned on a balanced offensive attack in a 31-7 win over the Denver Broncos in a wild-card playoff game on Sunday.
Plane packed with Broncos fans departs Denver for Buffalo
A flight to Buffalo packed with Broncos fans departed from Denver on Saturday. One United Airlines flight was completely sold out, and we show you how fans prepared for their journey to New York.
Broncos fans travel to Buffalo for Denver's playoff game against Bills
Denver Broncos fans from Colorado, New York, Florida, and beyond traveled to Buffalo to support the Broncos on Sunday in their first playoff game since the 2015 season against the Bills.
Former Buffaloes football head coach Bill McCartney dies
Bill McCartney, the former Colorado Buffaloes football head coach, passed away at the age of 84.
4 Broncos named to CBS Sports' first-ever NFL All-Pro roster
Four different Denver Broncos players were named CBS Sports' first-ever NFL All-Pro roster.
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CBS teaming up with Red Cross to help victims of Los Angeles fires
We know Coloradans want to help people affected by the California wildfires, and CBS is teaming up with the American Red Cross. You can donate by going to RedCross.org/CBS.
Colorado couple cheer for opposite teams during Broncos, Bills game
It was a bad loss for the Broncos against the Bills Sunday, but in a house divided, love always wins. Colorado couple Genevieve Mesch and Dominic Schumaker are engaged to be married, but today it was a Billiever versus a Boliever.
Denver to hold ribbon cutting, re-dedication at Martin Luther King Jr. monument
Last year the MLK Jr. monument in Denver was vandalized, tomorrow the MLK Holiday Commission plans a ribbon cutting and re-dedication.
Pacific Gas and Electric work to get ahead of the fires to protect the power grid
Pacific Gas and Electric crews are working to get ahead of wildfires in the Los Angeles area to protect the power grid from spreading flames. Crews are clearing areas around powerlines and treating the areas with fire retardant to protect each pole.
Denver police urge caution as stabbing suspect is still at large
Denver police are warning the public to be vigilant as they search for a suspect responsible for three stabbings Saturday night. One victim, an American Airlines flight attendant on a layover, died after she was stabbed in the throat.
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FEMA administrator: L.A. officials were "prepared" for wildfires given historic winds
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said that L.A. officials were "very prepared" for wildfire, noting that the area is prone to fires.
Jack Smith, special counsel who oversaw Trump investigations, resigns
Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 to take over two investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, has resigned.
Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom
The White House said President Biden bestowed the award to Pope Francis during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world.
Lawmaker aims to address availability, affordability of homeowners insurance
State Rep. Kyle Brown, who represents Marshall Fire survivors, plans to change how insurers set premiums to make sure they accurately reflect risk, among other initiatives.
Fact checking Trump's claims about the California wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump has accused California Gov. Gavin Newsom of prioritizing environmental policies over public safety, and claimed that FEMA lacked the funds to respond to the crisis.
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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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Loretto Heights wins $20M grant for community, disaster preparedness
Community organization Commún received a $20 million Community Change Grant from the EPA. They will use the grant to turn an old 40,000-square-foot building, into the Loretto Heights Resiliency Hub.
Aurora rec center offers affordable childcare for parents
For many parents, balancing fitness and family can be a challenge. A new program at the Aurora Central Recreation Center is providing affordable childcare, allowing parents to focus on their health.
FDA finds little handwashing, dirty equipment at McDonald's supplier linked to outbreak
More than a hundred E. coli cases were linked to contaminated onions produced by Taylor Farms used in McDonald's burgers.
Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Singapore family's global quest to find surgeon for infant son leads to Colorado
A family in Singapore found the care they needed for their child 9,000 miles away in Colorado.
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State corrections program to equip parole officers with body cams is shelved
Records obtained by CBS Colorado show the Colorado Department of Corrections purchased hundreds of Motorola cameras for the adult parole division.
Land swap being negotiated for Park Hill Golf Course
CBS News Colorado has learned the City of Denver and the owner of the former Park Hill Golf Course property are attempting to wrap up a land swap agreement that would allow Denver to take back control of the controversial 155 acre property.
After mail theft incident, check fraud victim fights bank for reimbursement
While combing through a pile of paperwork in his kitchen, Brad Bernero says he is doubling down on his fight against the banking giant Wells Fargo.
Former Lakeside mayor pleads guilty to embezzlement; ordered to repay town
The former mayor and police chief of Lakeside pleaded guilty Tuesday to embezzlement of public property and official misconduct in connection with a car-flipping scheme uncovered in a CBS News Colorado investigation.
Colorado mail theft victim fights to get refund after check fraud
With a check in hand, a Coloradan is breathing a sigh of relief.
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National Western Stock Show Parade 2025
The streets of downtown Denver were filled with horses and entertainment for the parade to kick off the National Western Stock Show on Thursday.
Jimmy Carter in Colorado over the years, in photos
See photos of Jimmy Carter visiting Colorado for campaign events, volunteer work, fundraising, ski trips, and more from the Associated Press and Getty Images archives.
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Denver, Aurora, Boulder prepare to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
"Make Real the Promises of Democracy" is the 2025 theme, with events held over several days.
Efforts underway to stop wolf reintroduction with vote
Coloradans who are not happy with the wolf reintroduction plan are trying a new tactic, one that has the potential to change the course of the wildlife landscape: another popular vote.
Teen pleads guilty in fatal shooting at Longmont car rally
A teen charged in a fatal shooting at a car rally in Longmont pleaded guilty to second-degree murder Friday.
Maintenance to impact light rail service in downtown Denver
According to the Regional Transportation District, preventative maintenance will temporarily impact light rail service on the D, E, and H lines starting Jan. 12.
Bills knock Broncos out of the playoffs
Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes, James Cook scored on a 5-yard run and finished with 120 yards rushing, and the Buffalo Bills leaned on a balanced offensive attack in a 31-7 win over the Denver Broncos in a wild-card playoff game on Sunday.
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CBS teaming up with Red Cross to help victims of Los Angeles fires
We know Coloradans want to help people affected by the California wildfires, and CBS is teaming up with the American Red Cross. You can donate by going to RedCross.org/CBS.
Colorado couple cheer for opposite teams during Broncos, Bills game
It was a bad loss for the Broncos against the Bills Sunday, but in a house divided, love always wins. Colorado couple Genevieve Mesch and Dominic Schumaker are engaged to be married, but today it was a Billiever versus a Boliever.
Denver to hold ribbon cutting, re-dedication at Martin Luther King Jr. monument
Last year the MLK Jr. monument in Denver was vandalized, tomorrow the MLK Holiday Commission plans a ribbon cutting and re-dedication.
Pacific Gas and Electric work to get ahead of the fires to protect the power grid
Pacific Gas and Electric crews are working to get ahead of wildfires in the Los Angeles area to protect the power grid from spreading flames. Crews are clearing areas around powerlines and treating the areas with fire retardant to protect each pole.
Denver police urge caution as stabbing suspect is still at large
Denver police are warning the public to be vigilant as they search for a suspect responsible for three stabbings Saturday night. One victim, an American Airlines flight attendant on a layover, died after she was stabbed in the throat.
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Bills knock Broncos out of the playoffs
Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes, James Cook scored on a 5-yard run and finished with 120 yards rushing, and the Buffalo Bills leaned on a balanced offensive attack in a 31-7 win over the Denver Broncos in a wild-card playoff game on Sunday.
Plane packed with Broncos fans departs Denver for Buffalo
A flight to Buffalo packed with Broncos fans departed from Denver on Saturday. One United Airlines flight was completely sold out, and we show you how fans prepared for their journey to New York.
Broncos fans travel to Buffalo for Denver's playoff game against Bills
Denver Broncos fans from Colorado, New York, Florida, and beyond traveled to Buffalo to support the Broncos on Sunday in their first playoff game since the 2015 season against the Bills.
Former Buffaloes football head coach Bill McCartney dies
Bill McCartney, the former Colorado Buffaloes football head coach, passed away at the age of 84.
4 Broncos named to CBS Sports' first-ever NFL All-Pro roster
Four different Denver Broncos players were named CBS Sports' first-ever NFL All-Pro roster.
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FEMA administrator: L.A. officials were "prepared" for wildfires given historic winds
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said that L.A. officials were "very prepared" for wildfire, noting that the area is prone to fires.
Jack Smith, special counsel who oversaw Trump investigations, resigns
Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 to take over two investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, has resigned.
Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom
The White House said President Biden bestowed the award to Pope Francis during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world.
Fact checking Trump's claims about the California wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump has accused California Gov. Gavin Newsom of prioritizing environmental policies over public safety, and claimed that FEMA lacked the funds to respond to the crisis.
Greenland head says his people don't want to be Americans amid Trump interest
Greenland's prime minister said he hasn't spoken to President-elect Donald Trump, but that he's open to discussions about what "unites us."
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FEMA administrator: L.A. officials were "prepared" for wildfires given historic winds
FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said that L.A. officials were "very prepared" for wildfire, noting that the area is prone to fires.
Jack Smith, special counsel who oversaw Trump investigations, resigns
Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 to take over two investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, has resigned.
Biden awards Pope Francis the Presidential Medal of Freedom
The White House said President Biden bestowed the award to Pope Francis during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world.
Lawmaker aims to address availability, affordability of homeowners insurance
State Rep. Kyle Brown, who represents Marshall Fire survivors, plans to change how insurers set premiums to make sure they accurately reflect risk, among other initiatives.
Fact checking Trump's claims about the California wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump has accused California Gov. Gavin Newsom of prioritizing environmental policies over public safety, and claimed that FEMA lacked the funds to respond to the crisis.
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Loretto Heights wins $20M grant for community, disaster preparedness
Community organization Commún received a $20 million Community Change Grant from the EPA. They will use the grant to turn an old 40,000-square-foot building, into the Loretto Heights Resiliency Hub.
Aurora rec center offers affordable childcare for parents
For many parents, balancing fitness and family can be a challenge. A new program at the Aurora Central Recreation Center is providing affordable childcare, allowing parents to focus on their health.
FDA finds little handwashing, dirty equipment at McDonald's supplier linked to outbreak
More than a hundred E. coli cases were linked to contaminated onions produced by Taylor Farms used in McDonald's burgers.
Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.
Singapore family's global quest to find surgeon for infant son leads to Colorado
A family in Singapore found the care they needed for their child 9,000 miles away in Colorado.
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Lockheed-Martin donates $1 million to Trump inaugural committee
Recent major donors to Trump's inaugural committee include Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Amazon, Apple's Tim Cook, and OpenAI's Sam Altman.
Here's when you can start filing your 2024 tax returns
The new tax season is here. Read on to learn when you can file your 2024 tax return and get your refund.
Meta ends diversity programs, joining McDonald's, Walmart and others
Meta confirms Axios report that the company is is axing its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, including for hiring and training.
Macy's will close 66 stores this year. Here is where they are.
Macy's has released a list of the more than 60 underperforming stores it is closing in 2025.
Tesla recalls more than 239,000 vehicles over rearview camera problem
A faulty rearview camera in some Teslas fails to properly display images, increasing the risk of a crash, traffic regulators say.
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State corrections program to equip parole officers with body cams is shelved
Records obtained by CBS Colorado show the Colorado Department of Corrections purchased hundreds of Motorola cameras for the adult parole division.
Land swap being negotiated for Park Hill Golf Course
CBS News Colorado has learned the City of Denver and the owner of the former Park Hill Golf Course property are attempting to wrap up a land swap agreement that would allow Denver to take back control of the controversial 155 acre property.
After mail theft incident, check fraud victim fights bank for reimbursement
While combing through a pile of paperwork in his kitchen, Brad Bernero says he is doubling down on his fight against the banking giant Wells Fargo.
Former Lakeside mayor pleads guilty to embezzlement; ordered to repay town
The former mayor and police chief of Lakeside pleaded guilty Tuesday to embezzlement of public property and official misconduct in connection with a car-flipping scheme uncovered in a CBS News Colorado investigation.
Colorado mail theft victim fights to get refund after check fraud
With a check in hand, a Coloradan is breathing a sigh of relief.