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Cause determined in Hogback Fire
It didn't take long to find the evidence pointing to what started the fire that whipped up and over the hogback by Dinosaur Ridge on Friday.
DPS's plan for additional mental health support unknown
Denver Public Schools has been busy securing school resource officers (SROs) following recent violence at East High School. Many DPS families are looking for improvements in not only physical protection, but mental support as well.
Who's moving in? Jeffco school properties up for sale
Allendale Elementary in Arvada, and Zerger Elementary not far away in Westminster, are slated to get new owners. More JeffCo properties are soon to follow.
Here's what to know about Denver's street sweeping schedule
Spring has sprung. And that can only mean one thing in Denver: Street sweeping season is upon us.
Parent of overdose victim praises power of Narcan
The mother discovered her daughter's lifeless body in their home and gave her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while paramedics came and quickly administered Narcan.
Olympic track skier who loss leg to amputation lobbies sports prosthetics
In the gravity defying world of free skiing, 17-year-old David Schlicht of Steamboat Springs, was among the elite. After an accident that cause his leg to be amputated, Schlicht is now lobbying for sports prosthetics for all Coloradans.
US 6 Loveland Pass closed due to severe weather conditions
Colorado State Patrol Golden says winter is still hammering the high country with US 6 Loveland Pass being closed due to conditions.
Pre-evacuation alerts lifted for town, neighborhoods near Hogback Fire
People living in the Town of Morrison and the Solterra and Red Rocks Ranch neighborhoods in Lakewood were told Friday afternoon they may have to evacuate their homes due to a wildfire.
DPD says juvenile in custody for alleged involvement in shooting
The Denver Police Department announces a juvenile suspect is in custody for their alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred Monday.
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Local golf phenom is ready to master the Masters
A local golf phenom from Castle Rock is ready to master the Masters.
Jim Nantz opens up on preparing to call his last Final Four
The legendary broadcaster has called a staggering 37 NCAA Tournaments.
MLB The Show breaks barrier with Negro League players
MLB The Show has broken a video game barrier: For the first time, the franchise will insert some of the greatest Negro League players into the game as playable characters.
New baseball rules mean "less dead time, more action"
Since the 1970s, the length of a baseball game has increased from just over two and a half hours to an average of three hours and seven minutes last season.
FIFA removes Indonesia as host of Under-20 World Cup after protests over Israel
Israel qualified in June of last year for its first Under-20 World Cup.
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Parent of overdose victim praises power of Narcan
The mother discovered her daughter's lifeless body in their home and gave her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while paramedics came and quickly administered Narcan.
Loveland and Vitalant team up to draw in blood donors
The two paired together Thursday to draw in donors with a promise of a free ski ticket.
Vitalant offers $10,000 incentive to Colorado blood donors to help critical shortage
Colorado is currently experiencing a critical need for blood donations. Type O blood is particularly in demand, the blood type of nearly half the U.S. population.
An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
Gender gap in concussion research leaves female athletes struggling
80% of sports concussion research has focused on men, possibly leaving women without the care they need.
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Olympic track skier who loss leg to amputation lobbies sports prosthetics
In the gravity defying world of free skiing, 17-year-old David Schlicht of Steamboat Springs, was among the elite. After an accident that cause his leg to be amputated, Schlicht is now lobbying for sports prosthetics for all Coloradans.
Longtime and former co-workers of Jim Benemann discuss his remarkable career
A few longtime and former co-workers of Jim Benemann discuss his remarkable career as he is set to retire from KCNC-TV.
Many in the Denver Metro have new composting guidelines
If you compost you may be used to throwing all kinds of different compostable materials in your compost bin to be hauled away. Those days may have come to an end because now there are new rules about what you can and can't put in you bin.
More information surrounding evacuations ordered for town of Morrison
People living in the town of Morrison are being told they may have to evacuate their homes due to a wildfire burning near Red Rocks.
Political specialists break down Donald Trump's NY indictment
Political specialists Shaun Boyd, Dick Wadhams and Mike Dino join up on CBS News Colorado to discuss the controversial indictment against former president Donald Trump.
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Controversial weapons detection system approved for Highlands Ranch school
Three years after a deadly shooting, STEM School in Highlands Ranch is installing a controversial weapons detection system.
Some DPS teachers feel student crimes are "swept under the rug"
Denver Public Schools is in upheaval after tragic shootings in and around East High School over the last two months.
Data: decline in crimes in Denver public high schools reported to police
Despite the recent tragic crimes at East High School, crimes reported to Denver Police are down significantly at the school in comparison to pre-pandemic years.
Leading critic of DPD officers in schools now calls for officers in schools
Denver school board member Tay Anderson, who led the movement to remove Denver police officers from Denver Public Schools in 2020, is now calling for reinstating DPD officers in schools.
East High shooting suspect was on probation for 'ghost gun' incident
CBS News Colorado has learned via multiple law enforcement sources that the suspect in the shooting of two East High School administrators was arrested in 2021 for possession of a so-called "ghost gun" and possessing an extended gun magazine.
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Olympic track skier who loss leg to amputation lobbies sports prosthetics
In the gravity defying world of free skiing, 17-year-old David Schlicht of Steamboat Springs, was among the elite. After an accident that cause his leg to be amputated, Schlicht is now lobbying for sports prosthetics for all Coloradans.
Army to run re-edited ads without Jonathan Majors during NCAA Final Four
The Army spent $117 million on ads that originally starred Majors and plans to run the new ads in a $70 million advertising buy that includes time during March Madness games.
Trump to face same judge who oversaw Trump Organization case
Judge Juan Merchan presided over the convictions and guilty plea of two Trump Organization companies and their former chief financial officer.
Trump attorney believes legal team will move to quickly dismiss New York case
Attorney James Trusty, who represents Trump in another probe, told CBS News that the New York case is "ripe for motions."
Navy sailor assigned to the USS Montana dies by suicide in Virginia
A sailor assigned to the nuclear-powered submarine was found unresponsive on the pier earlier this week in Newport News, Va.
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Denver area renters turn to roommates amid steep prices
A 22-year veteran of the real estate industry recounted her firsthand experience as rents continue to climb in Colorado.
State rolls out new SecureSavings program
In Colorado, nearly 940,000 workers do not have access to a retirement savings plan at work. That's more than 40% of our private-sector workforce.
SNAP reduction causing surges at mobile food market
Most SNAP households are seeing at least a $95 reduction. This means hunger-focused nonprofits are seeing the demand for help firsthand.
Smaller tax refund this year? You're not alone
Tax season is upon us, and experts are urging you to be aware of the possibility of a smaller refund. One spoke to CBS News Colorado about how to do the best you can with whatever refund you might get.
SNAP benefits changing for some families in Colorado
Come Wednesday, families will be receiving their SNAP benefits without the additional emergency allotments they've been getting for the last three years. Food Bank of the Rockies says statewide, that's about $53 million to $55 million less per month.
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Cause determined in Hogback Fire
It didn't take long to find the evidence pointing to what started the fire that whipped up and over the hogback by Dinosaur Ridge on Friday.
DPS's plan for additional mental health support unknown
Denver Public Schools has been busy securing school resource officers (SROs) following recent violence at East High School. Many DPS families are looking for improvements in not only physical protection, but mental support as well.
Who's moving in? Jeffco school properties up for sale
Allendale Elementary in Arvada, and Zerger Elementary not far away in Westminster, are slated to get new owners. More JeffCo properties are soon to follow.
Here's what to know about Denver's street sweeping schedule
Spring has sprung. And that can only mean one thing in Denver: Street sweeping season is upon us.
Parent of overdose victim praises power of Narcan
The mother discovered her daughter's lifeless body in their home and gave her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while paramedics came and quickly administered Narcan.
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Local golf phenom is ready to master the Masters
A local golf phenom from Castle Rock is ready to master the Masters.
Jim Nantz opens up on preparing to call his last Final Four
The legendary broadcaster has called a staggering 37 NCAA Tournaments.
MLB The Show breaks barrier with Negro League players
MLB The Show has broken a video game barrier: For the first time, the franchise will insert some of the greatest Negro League players into the game as playable characters.
New baseball rules mean "less dead time, more action"
Since the 1970s, the length of a baseball game has increased from just over two and a half hours to an average of three hours and seven minutes last season.
FIFA removes Indonesia as host of Under-20 World Cup after protests over Israel
Israel qualified in June of last year for its first Under-20 World Cup.
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Controversial weapons detection system approved for Highlands Ranch school
Three years after a deadly shooting, STEM School in Highlands Ranch is installing a controversial weapons detection system.
Some DPS teachers feel student crimes are "swept under the rug"
Denver Public Schools is in upheaval after tragic shootings in and around East High School over the last two months.
Data: decline in crimes in Denver public high schools reported to police
Despite the recent tragic crimes at East High School, crimes reported to Denver Police are down significantly at the school in comparison to pre-pandemic years.
Leading critic of DPD officers in schools now calls for officers in schools
Denver school board member Tay Anderson, who led the movement to remove Denver police officers from Denver Public Schools in 2020, is now calling for reinstating DPD officers in schools.
East High shooting suspect was on probation for 'ghost gun' incident
CBS News Colorado has learned via multiple law enforcement sources that the suspect in the shooting of two East High School administrators was arrested in 2021 for possession of a so-called "ghost gun" and possessing an extended gun magazine.
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U.S. Army identifies 9 soldiers killed in Black Hawk helicopter collision
The U.S. service members were flying in two HH60 Blackhawk helicopters during a routine training mission when the collision occurred, the Army said.
Army to run re-edited ads without Jonathan Majors during NCAA Final Four
The Army spent $117 million on ads that originally starred Majors and plans to run the new ads in a $70 million advertising buy that includes time during March Madness games.
Trump to face same judge who oversaw Trump Organization case
Judge Juan Merchan presided over the convictions and guilty plea of two Trump Organization companies and their former chief financial officer.
Trump attorney believes legal team will move to quickly dismiss New York case
Attorney James Trusty, who represents Trump in another probe, told CBS News that the New York case is "ripe for motions."
Navy sailor assigned to the USS Montana dies by suicide in Virginia
A sailor assigned to the nuclear-powered submarine was found unresponsive on the pier earlier this week in Newport News, Va.
Making Ends Meet
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Denver area renters turn to roommates amid steep prices
A 22-year veteran of the real estate industry recounted her firsthand experience as rents continue to climb in Colorado.
State rolls out new SecureSavings program
In Colorado, nearly 940,000 workers do not have access to a retirement savings plan at work. That's more than 40% of our private-sector workforce.
SNAP reduction causing surges at mobile food market
Most SNAP households are seeing at least a $95 reduction. This means hunger-focused nonprofits are seeing the demand for help firsthand.
Smaller tax refund this year? You're not alone
Tax season is upon us, and experts are urging you to be aware of the possibility of a smaller refund. One spoke to CBS News Colorado about how to do the best you can with whatever refund you might get.
SNAP benefits changing for some families in Colorado
Come Wednesday, families will be receiving their SNAP benefits without the additional emergency allotments they've been getting for the last three years. Food Bank of the Rockies says statewide, that's about $53 million to $55 million less per month.
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Parent of overdose victim praises power of Narcan
The mother discovered her daughter's lifeless body in their home and gave her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while paramedics came and quickly administered Narcan.
Loveland and Vitalant team up to draw in blood donors
The two paired together Thursday to draw in donors with a promise of a free ski ticket.
Vitalant offers $10,000 incentive to Colorado blood donors to help critical shortage
Colorado is currently experiencing a critical need for blood donations. Type O blood is particularly in demand, the blood type of nearly half the U.S. population.
An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
Gender gap in concussion research leaves female athletes struggling
80% of sports concussion research has focused on men, possibly leaving women without the care they need.
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First Alert Weather Day: Second day of Red Flag warnings
First Alert Weather Day: For the second day in a row, strong winds and low humidity will team up for another day of high fire danger for the Denver metro area and a large chunk of the eastern plains.
High fire danger in parts of Colorado on Friday
Fire danger and strong wind will continue on Friday, prompting another First Alert Weather Day.
First Alert Weather Day for high fire danger
The CBS Colorado First Alert Weather Team has declared Thursday a First Alert Weather Day for the high fire danger.
Colorado weather: High fire danger Thursday prompts First Alert Weather Day
Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day in the Denver area due to gusty southwest winds driving up fire danger. The wind will relax in the evening.
Cold temperatures to start Tuesday with a gradual warmup
March hasn't been very snowy, but it has been cold. To date we have had 18 days with below normal temperatures and it's the fifth month in a row with temperatures running below normal.
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Olympic track skier who loss leg to amputation lobbies sports prosthetics
In the gravity defying world of free skiing, 17-year-old David Schlicht of Steamboat Springs, was among the elite. After an accident that cause his leg to be amputated, Schlicht is now lobbying for sports prosthetics for all Coloradans.
Longtime and former co-workers of Jim Benemann discuss his remarkable career
A few longtime and former co-workers of Jim Benemann discuss his remarkable career as he is set to retire from KCNC-TV.
Many in the Denver Metro have new composting guidelines
If you compost you may be used to throwing all kinds of different compostable materials in your compost bin to be hauled away. Those days may have come to an end because now there are new rules about what you can and can't put in you bin.
More information surrounding evacuations ordered for town of Morrison
People living in the town of Morrison are being told they may have to evacuate their homes due to a wildfire burning near Red Rocks.
Political specialists break down Donald Trump's NY indictment
Political specialists Shaun Boyd, Dick Wadhams and Mike Dino join up on CBS News Colorado to discuss the controversial indictment against former president Donald Trump.