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CU Boulder Police offer advice to incoming students
The CU Boulder Police Department also has some advice about safety for incoming students.
Brenda Rushing honored for 45 years of service at P/SL
She's considered a role model by her fellow employees at Presbyterian St. Luke's Hospital.
Aurora Police Department poaches NYPD's finest to help with staffing crisis
Aurora's police department is trying to beef up its ranks by offering higher starting pay and a signing bonus. As a result, they are getting a lot of applications from New York City's police department and along with it. an increase in applicants with diverse backgrounds.
Greeley police search for bank robbery suspect
The robbery happened at the First Bank near 10th Street and 43red Avenue on Aug. 13 before 11 a.m.
More e-bikes, scooters leads to increase in accidental fires
West Metro Fire Rescue says with more e-bikes and scooters on the streets, there are also more accidental fires.
Drought improves for the fifth week in a row in Colorado
Drought in Colorado has been gradually improving since early July and less than 25% of the state now has severe drought.
DPS to reconsider Freedom Charter School application
A school focused on academic success for Black students now has support from the Colorado Board of Education.
Caregiver Michael Hill charged with criminal negligence
After a years-long investigation, a caregiver of an at-risk adult has been charged with criminal negligence causing serious bodily injury.
New challenges to Colorado cities that restrict gun purchases
Colorado cities and counties hoping to use home rule to impose new restrictive gun purchasing and ownership ordinances face new challenges.
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Drought improves for the fifth week in a row in Colorado
Drought in Colorado has been gradually improving since early July and less than 25% of the state now has severe drought.
Part of a foot, in a shoe, spotted in Yellowstone hot spring
Yellowstone National Park officials are investigating after an employee spotted part of a foot, in a shoe, floating in a hot spring in the southern part of the park.
Help name the unofficial mascot at CSU's newest campus
Colorado State University's newest campus needs your help naming a kitten.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
CO Board of Education to include Nazi in Holocaust studies
Colorado's Board of Education voted to make changes to how students are taught about the Holocaust.
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Nazem Kadri signs 7-year, $49M deal with Calgary Flames
Nazem Kadri is going to the Calgary Flames, leaving the Colorado Avalanche after helping them win the Stanley Cup for the first time since 2001.
Colorado predicted last in Pac-12 in Dorrell's 3rd season
The Colorado Buffaloes are well aware of all the preseason chatter. It might be hard to hear, but it's giving them extra incentive.
Where's it now? Follow the Stanley Cup as it travels the world with Avs players
It's possibly the most famous traveling trophy in sports: the Stanley Cup. Each member of the NHL championship teams gets a chance to spend time with the Cup on their own.
Air Force football team debuts Space Force jerseys for Navy game
Air Force's football team will be sporting new jerseys honoring the U.S. Space Force when they take the field against Navy on October 1st on CBS.
Gordon says the Broncos want Javonte Williams to be 'the guy'
The Denver Broncos had a true 50-50 split in their backfield last season. It doesn't seem like there will be the same shared workload this coming season.
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Xcel Energy asks for yet another rate increase
Citizens had their chance to let the Colorado Public Utility Commission know they did not agree with a proposed gas rate increase requested by Xcel Energy.
Aurora Police Department poaches NYPD's finest to help with staffing crisis
As cities across the country struggle to attract new police officers, Aurora has decided to try something different by raiding other police departments, starting with the New York City Police Department (NYPD).
Mild Temperatures With Increasing Rain Chances
Watch Lauren Whitney's Forecast
Greeley police search for bank robbery suspect
Greeley police are asking for help finding a bank robbery suspect who struck last weekend.
CU Boulder PD investigates report of female student sexual assault at her dorm room
CU Boulder Police were investigating the report of an overnight sexual assault at student housing early Thursday morning, according to a release from the CU Safety Alert.
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Brenda Rushing honored for 45 years of service at P/SL
She's considered a role model by her fellow employees at Presbyterian St. Luke's Hospital.
Colorado requires licensed professional for radon mitigation
Colorado now requires a licensed professional for radon measurement or radon mitigation services.
Weld County has limited amount of monkeypox vaccines
The Weld County Health Department has a limited amount of monkeypox vaccines available for high-risk people.
Jeffco Public Schools invest over $1.6M in mental health
As Jefferson County Public Schools returns from summer break this week, the state's second largest school district is investing big in its students' mental health, although those changes may not be all that visible.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
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Rep. Liz Cheney, defeated in primary, says "now the real work begins"
The Wyoming congresswoman lost to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In Alaska, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka will advance to the general election in the Senate race.
Camp Hale could be designated a Historic National Landscape
The idea is to get Camp Hale to be designated by the federal government as a Historic National Landscape.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
Denver school board meeting erupts in name calling, accusations of misconduct
In-fighting among Denver school board members is intensifying, just a week before students in the state's largest school district head back to school.
Kelly Brough files paperwork to run for Denver mayor
Kelly Brough is the first high-profile candidate to announce her intent to seek the Denver mayor's office next spring.
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Families struggle with inflation in back to school supplies
On Thursday, Servicios de la Raza is hosting a Back-To-School supplies drive for the community, giving out backpacks and supplies to any families who need them.
Colorado to stop sales tax on diapers and menstrual products
The state estimates the legislation will save Coloradans a combined $9.1 million annually.
Proposed natural gas rule change could mean savings for your pocketbook
The Colorado Public Utilities Commission is considering a rule change that some environmentalists say is fairer to utility customers.
Aurora students going back to school with free school supplies
Aurora students got to meet their teachers and get free school supplies at a back to school kickoff event.
Aurora food bank sees increase in people needing help
The impact of inflation might be felt most of all at the grocery store. That in turn has increased the requests for help at Colorado's food banks.
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STEM School shooting video: roadmap for lessons learned
For the first time, some of the body camera video from the tragic STEM School shooting that happened three years ago has been released.
"Time to review": Mandatory reporters of suspected child abuse
State leaders are reviewing the process to report suspected child abuse including sexting.
Regional Air Quality Council approves plan to reduce ozone pollution
The Regional Air Quality Council has approved a plan to reduce ozone air pollution across nine counties in the Denver metro area. The council passed it with a 20 to one vote Friday afternoon following lengthy public comment.
761 wild horses removed from Colorado's Piceance East Douglas herd area, here's how and why it was done
At the heart of the debate over the roundup lies one major question: Should taxpayers foot the bill for these roundups so ranchers can graze their livestock on the same land for a cheaper price?
Plan advances to reduce Denver metro area ozone pollution, but advocates have concerns
As the EPA is preparing to reclassify nine counties from "serious" to "severe" violators of federal ozone standards, the Regional Air Quality Council is preparing to adopt a plan to reduce ozone pollution.
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CU Boulder Police offer advice to incoming students
The CU Boulder Police Department also has some advice about safety for incoming students.
Brenda Rushing honored for 45 years of service at P/SL
She's considered a role model by her fellow employees at Presbyterian St. Luke's Hospital.
Aurora Police Department poaches NYPD's finest to help with staffing crisis
Aurora's police department is trying to beef up its ranks by offering higher starting pay and a signing bonus. As a result, they are getting a lot of applications from New York City's police department and along with it. an increase in applicants with diverse backgrounds.
Greeley police search for bank robbery suspect
The robbery happened at the First Bank near 10th Street and 43red Avenue on Aug. 13 before 11 a.m.
More e-bikes, scooters leads to increase in accidental fires
West Metro Fire Rescue says with more e-bikes and scooters on the streets, there are also more accidental fires.
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Nazem Kadri signs 7-year, $49M deal with Calgary Flames
Nazem Kadri is going to the Calgary Flames, leaving the Colorado Avalanche after helping them win the Stanley Cup for the first time since 2001.
Colorado predicted last in Pac-12 in Dorrell's 3rd season
The Colorado Buffaloes are well aware of all the preseason chatter. It might be hard to hear, but it's giving them extra incentive.
Where's it now? Follow the Stanley Cup as it travels the world with Avs players
It's possibly the most famous traveling trophy in sports: the Stanley Cup. Each member of the NHL championship teams gets a chance to spend time with the Cup on their own.
Air Force football team debuts Space Force jerseys for Navy game
Air Force's football team will be sporting new jerseys honoring the U.S. Space Force when they take the field against Navy on October 1st on CBS.
Gordon says the Broncos want Javonte Williams to be 'the guy'
The Denver Broncos had a true 50-50 split in their backfield last season. It doesn't seem like there will be the same shared workload this coming season.
CBS4 Investigates
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STEM School shooting video: roadmap for lessons learned
For the first time, some of the body camera video from the tragic STEM School shooting that happened three years ago has been released.
"Time to review": Mandatory reporters of suspected child abuse
State leaders are reviewing the process to report suspected child abuse including sexting.
Regional Air Quality Council approves plan to reduce ozone pollution
The Regional Air Quality Council has approved a plan to reduce ozone air pollution across nine counties in the Denver metro area. The council passed it with a 20 to one vote Friday afternoon following lengthy public comment.
761 wild horses removed from Colorado's Piceance East Douglas herd area, here's how and why it was done
At the heart of the debate over the roundup lies one major question: Should taxpayers foot the bill for these roundups so ranchers can graze their livestock on the same land for a cheaper price?
Plan advances to reduce Denver metro area ozone pollution, but advocates have concerns
As the EPA is preparing to reclassify nine counties from "serious" to "severe" violators of federal ozone standards, the Regional Air Quality Council is preparing to adopt a plan to reduce ozone pollution.
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Drought improves for the fifth week in a row in Colorado
Drought in Colorado has been gradually improving since early July and less than 25% of the state now has severe drought.
Part of a foot, in a shoe, spotted in Yellowstone hot spring
Yellowstone National Park officials are investigating after an employee spotted part of a foot, in a shoe, floating in a hot spring in the southern part of the park.
Help name the unofficial mascot at CSU's newest campus
Colorado State University's newest campus needs your help naming a kitten.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
CO Board of Education to include Nazi in Holocaust studies
Colorado's Board of Education voted to make changes to how students are taught about the Holocaust.
Making Ends Meet
More Making Ends Meet
Families struggle with inflation in back to school supplies
On Thursday, Servicios de la Raza is hosting a Back-To-School supplies drive for the community, giving out backpacks and supplies to any families who need them.
Colorado to stop sales tax on diapers and menstrual products
The state estimates the legislation will save Coloradans a combined $9.1 million annually.
Proposed natural gas rule change could mean savings for your pocketbook
The Colorado Public Utilities Commission is considering a rule change that some environmentalists say is fairer to utility customers.
Aurora students going back to school with free school supplies
Aurora students got to meet their teachers and get free school supplies at a back to school kickoff event.
Aurora food bank sees increase in people needing help
The impact of inflation might be felt most of all at the grocery store. That in turn has increased the requests for help at Colorado's food banks.
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Brenda Rushing honored for 45 years of service at P/SL
She's considered a role model by her fellow employees at Presbyterian St. Luke's Hospital.
Colorado requires licensed professional for radon mitigation
Colorado now requires a licensed professional for radon measurement or radon mitigation services.
Weld County has limited amount of monkeypox vaccines
The Weld County Health Department has a limited amount of monkeypox vaccines available for high-risk people.
Jeffco Public Schools invest over $1.6M in mental health
As Jefferson County Public Schools returns from summer break this week, the state's second largest school district is investing big in its students' mental health, although those changes may not be all that visible.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
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Drought improves for the fifth week in a row in Colorado
Drought in Colorado has been gradually improving since early July and less than 25% of the state now has severe drought.
First Alert Weather Tracker visits Littleton Center
The First Alert Weather Tracker visits Littleton Center for Western Welcome Week!
Meteorologist Chris Spears is in Littleton with our First Alert Weather Tracker
Meteorologist Chris Spears is in Littleton with our First Alert Weather Tracker.
Back to toasty temperatures and unhealthy air after days of rain
After three consecutive days with rain, much drier and warmer weather returns Wednesday along with higher ozone.
Colorado River Basin restrictions likely just the start
The US Bureau of Reclamation Tuesday said water shortages in the Colorado River have passed a threshold leading to new water restrictions as seven states involved in the Colorado River Compact have failed to reach a new deal to replace the one signed 100 years ago.
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Xcel Energy asks for yet another rate increase
Citizens had their chance to let the Colorado Public Utility Commission know they did not agree with a proposed gas rate increase requested by Xcel Energy.
Aurora Police Department poaches NYPD's finest to help with staffing crisis
As cities across the country struggle to attract new police officers, Aurora has decided to try something different by raiding other police departments, starting with the New York City Police Department (NYPD).
Mild Temperatures With Increasing Rain Chances
Watch Lauren Whitney's Forecast
Greeley police search for bank robbery suspect
Greeley police are asking for help finding a bank robbery suspect who struck last weekend.
CU Boulder PD investigates report of female student sexual assault at her dorm room
CU Boulder Police were investigating the report of an overnight sexual assault at student housing early Thursday morning, according to a release from the CU Safety Alert.