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Aurora Public Schools seeking new superintendent
Nine years ago, Rico Munn took over as superintendent of Aurora Public Schools for a district in disarray. In that time, the district says graduations increased from 52% to nearly 80%.
Different migrant group settles at church
After at least 150 Venezuelans arrived in the city unannounced, the city opened an emergency shelter at a recreation center. A second bus with 19 migrants arrived Wednesday. Denver's Office of Emergency Management said the city will activate its emergency operations center Thursday.
Task force starts mandatory reporting reform process
After 7-year-old Olivia Gant's death, it was revealed her mother had been lying about her having a terminal illness for attention and money. A requirement under the state's mandatory reporting laws are now under review.
Su Teatro revives musical about Auraria history
The Westside Oratorio brings to life the stories of seven generations of Mexican Americans who made the West Denver neighborhood of Auraria their home.
Denver Rescue Mission helping migrants, now up to about 150
Close to 150 migrants who recently arrived in Denver are receiving shelter and resources from the city, as well as multiple community organizations.
Denver Water to change all lead pipes to copper
That plan will cost nearly $700 million, but the EPA says it's a long-term solution that's best for people's health, but Denver Water says the replacement and filters come at no cost to customers, though we may see water bill rates increase slightly.
Grand Jury indicts Black Hawk police officer
A police officer from the mountain town of Black Hawk has been indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury on five charges.
Bystander rescues dog from woman trying to strangle it in Wheat Ridge
When EMS personnel and police officers responded, the woman said she was having a mental health crisis.
Westminster police search for US Bank robbery suspect
Police in Westminster, along with the Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force, are searching for a bank robbery suspect.
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A's get reliever Chad Smith from Rockies for minor leaguer
The Oakland Athletics picked up right-handed reliever Chad Smith in a trade with the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday.
MacKinnon sidelined about a month with upper-body injury
Nathan MacKinnon is expected to be off the ice for about a month with an upper-body injury.
Nuggets lose to Mavericks at home
The Nuggets dropped their third straight game on a night when they committed 17 turnovers.
Mayor Hancock says he's advocating for Broncos stadium to stay in Denver
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock tells CBS News Colorado he's been advocating to ensure the idea of moving the stadium for the Denver Broncos down the line isn't in the cards.
Nike ends shoe deal with NBA player Kyrie Irving
The Brooklyn Nets had suspended Irving for five games after he shared a link to an antisemitic film on social media.
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Task force starts mandatory reporting reform process
After 7-year-old Olivia Gant's death, it was revealed her mother had been lying about her having a terminal illness for attention and money. A requirement under the state's mandatory reporting laws are now under review.
Colorado filmmaker highlights mental health in ski industry
A Colorado filmmaker is using his passion to destigmatize mental health and suicide in the ski industry.
End of restriction on gay blood donors to face key federal vote next year
A panel of federal health advisers will likely vote on a recommendation in the spring, potentially ending a controversial policy that's persisted for decades.
Flu shots are a "very good match" to this season's strains, CDC says
Health officials are redoubling calls for Americans to get vaccinated, with flu shots lagging previous seasons.
Undocumented people can purchase affordable health insurance with new program
A new health insurance program looks to help undocumented people in Colorado get the help they need.
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Task force starts mandatory reporting reform process
After 7-year-old Olivia Gant's death, it was revealed her mother had been lying about her having a terminal illness for attention and money. A requirement under the state's mandatory reporting laws are now under review.
Different migrant group settles at church
After at least 150 Venezuelans arrived in the city unannounced, the city opened an emergency shelter at a recreation center. A second bus with 19 migrants arrived Wednesday. Denver's Office of Emergency Management said the city will activate its emergency operations center Thursday.
Michael Spencer named CBS Colorado evening news anchor
Michael Spencer will join the main anchor team at CBS News Colorado when Jim Benemann retires at the end of March.
Aurora Public Schools seeking new superintendent
After more than nine years, Rico Munn will vacate the position.
Denver Water to change all lead pipes to copper
That plan will cost nearly $700 million, but the EPA says it's a long-term solution that's best for people's health, but Denver Water says the replacement and filters come at no cost to customers, though we may see water bill rates increase slightly.
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Grand Jury indicts Black Hawk police officer
A police officer from the mountain town of Black Hawk has been indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury on five charges.
Mayor Hancock says he's advocating for Broncos stadium to stay in Denver
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock tells CBS News Colorado he's been advocating to ensure the idea of moving the stadium for the Denver Broncos down the line isn't in the cards.
Fort Collins cop resigns after series of faulty arrests
Fort Collins Police Chief Jeff Swoboda acknowledged his department's internal investigation showed that for nine of Haferman's DUI arrests within a year, none of the drivers had drugs or alcohol onboard.
Lakewood police unable to pursue stolen cars ID'd by technology
License plate reader cameras can be a critical tool for police departments seeking to track down and arrest auto thieves, but Lakewood police lament that more and more thieves are driving away because there aren't enough officers to track them down.
Aurora cop found guilty of violating court order
A Denver judge found an Aurora police detective guilty of knowingly violating a court order and sentenced her to 12 months probation with domestic violence evaluation and treatment
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Colorado lawmaker investigating Ticketmaster over Taylor Swift
The U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce penned a formal letter to Ticketmaster, raising concerns about what it called a lack of consumer protections built into its ticket-buying website and requested a meeting with company executives.
San Francisco "killer police robot" plan put on hold
San Francisco supervisors have voted to put the brakes on a controversial policy to let police use robots for deadly force.
New law could impact incoming charges in Club Q mass shooting
While the accused shooter's attorney claims that the individual is non-binary, the district attorney says gender identity won't impact the charging decision.
Trump claims grounds for "termination" of U.S. Constitution
The former president's latest unfounded claim of "massive fraud" has left fellow Republicans grappling once again with how to respond.
Trump knew about company's alleged tax fraud scheme, prosecutor says
The prosecution rested its case, but first got permission to tell jurors a fraudulent practice "was known to Mr. Trump"
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Red Rocks Community College organizes food pantry to help students
Red Rocks Community College organized a food pantry for students they serve after learning that hundreds need help making ends meet.
Chef Zorba's "Buy A Meal, Give A Meal" program expands to help feed seniors
Starting in June 2020, the restaurant's "buy a meal, give a meal" program was supposed to end with the COVID-19 pandemic, but the demand has only tripled since then.
Inflation could mean higher prices for Christmas trees this season
Industry experts say inflation's impact on American households will likely bring down the budget many have for their trees, even if they are real or fake.
Coalition of Black businesses helping families for Thanksgiving
This meal giveaway is a first-time collaboration between several Black businesses and community organizations. The groups began giving out meals at the Park Hill Golf Club on Tuesday, and they'll continue the giveaway until Thursday afternoon.
Weld County Food Bank calling for donations ahead of Thanksgiving
The food bank hopes to collect at least 4,500 turkeys through the holiday season, with many being distributed for Thanksgiving.
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Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft is sending back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.3-million-mile journey around the moon.
Gov. Polis visits Club Q memorial
Gov. Jared Polis was in Colorado Springs on Nov. 30 for the first time since the Club Q shooting.
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Aurora Public Schools seeking new superintendent
Nine years ago, Rico Munn took over as superintendent of Aurora Public Schools for a district in disarray. In that time, the district says graduations increased from 52% to nearly 80%.
Different migrant group settles at church
After at least 150 Venezuelans arrived in the city unannounced, the city opened an emergency shelter at a recreation center. A second bus with 19 migrants arrived Wednesday. Denver's Office of Emergency Management said the city will activate its emergency operations center Thursday.
Task force starts mandatory reporting reform process
After 7-year-old Olivia Gant's death, it was revealed her mother had been lying about her having a terminal illness for attention and money. A requirement under the state's mandatory reporting laws are now under review.
Su Teatro revives musical about Auraria history
The Westside Oratorio brings to life the stories of seven generations of Mexican Americans who made the West Denver neighborhood of Auraria their home.
Denver Rescue Mission helping migrants, now up to about 150
Close to 150 migrants who recently arrived in Denver are receiving shelter and resources from the city, as well as multiple community organizations.
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A's get reliever Chad Smith from Rockies for minor leaguer
The Oakland Athletics picked up right-handed reliever Chad Smith in a trade with the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday.
MacKinnon sidelined about a month with upper-body injury
Nathan MacKinnon is expected to be off the ice for about a month with an upper-body injury.
Nuggets lose to Mavericks at home
The Nuggets dropped their third straight game on a night when they committed 17 turnovers.
Mayor Hancock says he's advocating for Broncos stadium to stay in Denver
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock tells CBS News Colorado he's been advocating to ensure the idea of moving the stadium for the Denver Broncos down the line isn't in the cards.
Nike ends shoe deal with NBA player Kyrie Irving
The Brooklyn Nets had suspended Irving for five games after he shared a link to an antisemitic film on social media.
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Grand Jury indicts Black Hawk police officer
A police officer from the mountain town of Black Hawk has been indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury on five charges.
Mayor Hancock says he's advocating for Broncos stadium to stay in Denver
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock tells CBS News Colorado he's been advocating to ensure the idea of moving the stadium for the Denver Broncos down the line isn't in the cards.
Fort Collins cop resigns after series of faulty arrests
Fort Collins Police Chief Jeff Swoboda acknowledged his department's internal investigation showed that for nine of Haferman's DUI arrests within a year, none of the drivers had drugs or alcohol onboard.
Lakewood police unable to pursue stolen cars ID'd by technology
License plate reader cameras can be a critical tool for police departments seeking to track down and arrest auto thieves, but Lakewood police lament that more and more thieves are driving away because there aren't enough officers to track them down.
Aurora cop found guilty of violating court order
A Denver judge found an Aurora police detective guilty of knowingly violating a court order and sentenced her to 12 months probation with domestic violence evaluation and treatment
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How to watch tonight's rare and "magical" celestial events
"Dec. 7 brings one of those magical moments when the sky changes dramatically before your very eyes," NASA said.
FBI: Polygamous leader had 20 wives, punished disobedient followers
The affidavit details explicit sexual acts that Samuel Bateman and his followers engaged in to fulfill "Godly duties."
Apparent wooden ship from 1800s uncovered by hurricane beach erosion
"It's a rare experience, but it's not unique, and it seems with climate change and more intense hurricane seasons, it's happening more frequently," one archaeologist said.
San Francisco "killer police robot" plan put on hold
San Francisco supervisors have voted to put the brakes on a controversial policy to let police use robots for deadly force.
Trump Organization found guilty of tax fraud in New York trial
Two Trump Organization companies faced a total of 17 criminal counts, including conspiracy and tax fraud.
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Red Rocks Community College organizes food pantry to help students
Red Rocks Community College organized a food pantry for students they serve after learning that hundreds need help making ends meet.
Chef Zorba's "Buy A Meal, Give A Meal" program expands to help feed seniors
Starting in June 2020, the restaurant's "buy a meal, give a meal" program was supposed to end with the COVID-19 pandemic, but the demand has only tripled since then.
Inflation could mean higher prices for Christmas trees this season
Industry experts say inflation's impact on American households will likely bring down the budget many have for their trees, even if they are real or fake.
Coalition of Black businesses helping families for Thanksgiving
This meal giveaway is a first-time collaboration between several Black businesses and community organizations. The groups began giving out meals at the Park Hill Golf Club on Tuesday, and they'll continue the giveaway until Thursday afternoon.
Weld County Food Bank calling for donations ahead of Thanksgiving
The food bank hopes to collect at least 4,500 turkeys through the holiday season, with many being distributed for Thanksgiving.
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Task force starts mandatory reporting reform process
After 7-year-old Olivia Gant's death, it was revealed her mother had been lying about her having a terminal illness for attention and money. A requirement under the state's mandatory reporting laws are now under review.
Colorado filmmaker highlights mental health in ski industry
A Colorado filmmaker is using his passion to destigmatize mental health and suicide in the ski industry.
End of restriction on gay blood donors to face key federal vote next year
A panel of federal health advisers will likely vote on a recommendation in the spring, potentially ending a controversial policy that's persisted for decades.
Flu shots are a "very good match" to this season's strains, CDC says
Health officials are redoubling calls for Americans to get vaccinated, with flu shots lagging previous seasons.
Undocumented people can purchase affordable health insurance with new program
A new health insurance program looks to help undocumented people in Colorado get the help they need.
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Recent mountain snow brings healthy snowpack numbers in Colorado
Days and weeks of snow in the Colorado mountains has resulted in impressive snowpack reports for many of the state's river basins.
Vail Pass parking lot gets smaller
Now that one-third of the parking spots along Vail Pass off I-70 are blocked off, the already incredibly busy parking lot will become even tighter for folks looking to park snowmobiles and ski caravans.
Three more days of snow in the mountains, likely nothing elsewhere
A weather pattern favorable for snow in the mountains and partly cloudy skies for Denver and the Front Range will stay in place through Thursday.
Mountain snow on Monday unlikely to reach the metro area
A storm bring healthy snow to the northern mountains of Colorado will cause occasional wind on the urban corridor but likely no moisture.
First Alert Weather Visit: Hillcrest Elementary
Meteorologist Dave Aguilera visits Hillcrest Elementary in Northglenn
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Task force starts mandatory reporting reform process
After 7-year-old Olivia Gant's death, it was revealed her mother had been lying about her having a terminal illness for attention and money. A requirement under the state's mandatory reporting laws are now under review.
Different migrant group settles at church
After at least 150 Venezuelans arrived in the city unannounced, the city opened an emergency shelter at a recreation center. A second bus with 19 migrants arrived Wednesday. Denver's Office of Emergency Management said the city will activate its emergency operations center Thursday.
Michael Spencer named CBS Colorado evening news anchor
Michael Spencer will join the main anchor team at CBS News Colorado when Jim Benemann retires at the end of March.
Aurora Public Schools seeking new superintendent
After more than nine years, Rico Munn will vacate the position.
Denver Water to change all lead pipes to copper
That plan will cost nearly $700 million, but the EPA says it's a long-term solution that's best for people's health, but Denver Water says the replacement and filters come at no cost to customers, though we may see water bill rates increase slightly.