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Desperate Douglas County looks at creating teacher housing
The Douglas County Board of Education Tuesday night looked at the potential of pairing up with a developer to create housing for teachers who cannot afford to live in the district.
Man shoots, kills 12-year-old boy who allegedly stole his car in Denver
A car theft turned deadly on Sunday when a man used a cell phone app to track his car after he said it was stolen.
Bill introduced in Colorado House would cut rental fees for pet owners
A lawmaker has introduced ban on pet deposits and pet rent. A group representing landlords says pet fees make sense for property owners. Tenants with pets say the fees add up, even when pets don't cause damage, and the bill's sponsor says the fees are unnecessary.
Big endorsement could shake up Denver's mayoral race
With 17 candidates on the ballot for Denver mayor in two months, this former governor could have easily just watched the race for the sidelines.
NASA seeks input from high school students through HUNCH program
While its already in its 13th year for Colorado high schoolers, the projects benefit students and NASA. Three and five students, who have been working on projects associated with the Artemis mission will be selected to help.
Black farmer arrested after alleging racism, harassment, vandalism
A farming couple say they are the target of racial harassment online and in-person and Tuesday, with the help of the NAACP, one of them is being bailed out of jail.
Sunny with temperatures near normal before the next storm system
Our weather changes late tomorrow with another winter storm moving into the state. The mountains will see snow by sunset on Wednesday and around that same time we could also start seeing rain or light snow along the urban corridor.
Colorado faces nursing shortage as students enroll in new program
The Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence reports Colorado needs 33,000 new nurses a year to fill the demand amid a nursing shortage and a retiring population
Nonprofit sending medical supplies to Turkey and Syria amid earthquake
The death toll as of Tuesday afternoon was a staggering 7,200. Project C.U.R.E. is seeking more donations and volunteers to help with what has already become the deadliest earthquake of the last 10 years.
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Late day cold front will bring in wind, rain and snow by the end of the day Wednesday
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Payton brings old-school style to Broncos in his return to coaching
Sean Payton is bringing an old-school way of running things to Denver and that's going to mean some changes for Russell Wilson.
Tickets to watch LeBron James set scoring record top $100,000
Want to see the Los Angeles Lakers star vault into NBA history in person? Here's how much tickets will cost you.
Christian Atsu rescued from rubble after Turkey earthquakes
The 31-year-old winger, who was "successfully rescued" on Tuesday, is receiving treatment.
Tom Brady says he'll begin his Fox Sports run in 2024
The seven-time Super Bowl champion said on Colin Cowherd's radio show that he will start his job as an NFL analyst next year.
Stanley Cup champion Avalanche steadily returning to health
These days, things are definitely looking up for the Stanley Cup champions on the injury front.
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Colorado faces nursing shortage as students enroll in new program
The Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence reports Colorado needs 33,000 new nurses a year to fill the demand amid a nursing shortage and a retiring population
Nonprofit sending medical supplies to Turkey and Syria amid earthquake
The death toll as of Tuesday afternoon was a staggering 7,200. Project C.U.R.E. is seeking more donations and volunteers to help with what has already become the deadliest earthquake of the last 10 years.
Gay and bisexual men would be able to donate blood under rule change
Potential donors would be screened with a questionnaire that evaluates their individual risks for HIV based on sexual behavior, recent partners and other factors.
New bill could make EpiPens more affordable for Coloradans
The House Health and Insurance Committee unanimously passed the legislation to cap the cost of the devices on Friday.
Bill could allow psychologists prescribe medicine, but some have concerns
Proponents of the bill say it will make it easier for people in need to access certain medicine, while critics say enough people can already write prescriptions and argue untrained people could wrongly prescribe or overprescribe certain medicines.
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Man shoots and kills 12-year-old boy who allegedly stole his car in Denver
A car theft turned deadly on Sunday when a man used a cell phone app to track his car after he said it was stolen.
Bill introduced in Colorado House would cut rental fees for pet owners
A lawmaker has introduced ban on pet deposits and pet rent. A group representing landlords says pet fees make sense for property owners. Tenants with pets say the fees add up, even when pets don't cause damage, and the bill's sponsor says the fees are unnecessary.
Desperate Douglas County looks at creating teacher housing
The Douglas County Board of Education Tuesday night looked at the potential of pairing up with a developer to create housing for teachers who cannot afford to live in the district.
Big endorsement could shake up Denver's mayoral race
With 17 candidates on the ballot for Denver mayor in two months, this former governor could have easily just watched the race for the sidelines.
NASA seeks input from high school students through HUNCH program
While its already in its 13th year for Colorado high schoolers, the projects benefit students and NASA. Three and five students, who have been working on projects associated with the Artemis mission will be selected to help.
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Gov. Jared Polis orders state action to reduce Colorado's high energy bills
Gov. Jared Polis says the state is looking at ways to reduce those costs.
New bill introduced could give cities ability to enact rent control
Residential rent analysis company, Rentometer, found other double-digit spikes around Colorado from 2021 to 2022 – rent increased 15% in Aurora, 13% in Boulder, and shot up 18% in Fort Collins.
SNAP benefits to be reduced starting in March
Thanks to inflation, groceries are already so expensive. Now some who rely on government assistance will be getting less money to put food on the table.
Colorado Public Utilities Commission: natural gas prices could drop
Energy bills have been much higher in recent months than in previous years for households that are using the same or less energy than even a year ago.
How Denver's minimum wage boost could affect businesses & employees
This year, Denver's minimum wage is up to $17.29, compared to $15.87 in 2022.
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Meet Nathan
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Meet Leeland
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Meet Preston
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Meet Charlie
To learn more about the children featured on CBS News Colorado newscasts and on our stream on Wednesdays, visit Raise The Future's website at raisethefuture.org.
Meet Oliver
To learn more about the children featured on CBS News Colorado newscasts and on our stream on Wednesdays, visit Raise The Future's website at raisethefuture.org.
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Biden pushes for unity in State of the Union as he speaks to divided Congress
Biden's calls for bipartisanship comes as a new CBS News poll released Tuesday showed many Americans are still anxious about inflation and the economy.
Bill introduced in Colorado House would cut rental fees for pet owners
A lawmaker has introduced ban on pet deposits and pet rent. A group representing landlords says pet fees make sense for property owners. Tenants with pets say the fees add up, even when pets don't cause damage, and the bill's sponsor says the fees are unnecessary.
Big endorsement could shake up Denver's mayoral race
With 17 candidates on the ballot for Denver mayor in two months, this former governor could have easily just watched the race for the sidelines.
Indigenous people testify at state Capitol about treatment following a crime
Several Native leaders and supporters testified at the Senate Judiciary Committee in support of SB23-054.
Trump leads GOP 2024 primary field narrowly in poll of conservatives
But in a head-to-head matchup between Trump and DeSantis, DeSantis has more support, according to a new poll by the conservative group Club for Growth Action.
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Here's how 2 Colorado influencers make a living and changed the game
Whether we realize it or not, influencers are shaping our understanding of the world around us. They teach us new recipes, show us new looks and introduce us to new places.
Proposed bill aims to end slaughter, human consumption of Colorado's wild horses
Americans' tax dollars ultimately fund the slaughter and human consumption of some wild horses from Colorado, advocates say. But a bill up for debate this legislative session in Colorado is aiming to put an end to that.
30,000 Coloradans had brown drinking water this January, CDPHE says
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says nearly half the population of the East Cherry Creek Valley water district was affected.
Doctor admits "unprofessional conduct" in giving ivermectin to COVID patients
The Colorado Medical Board has disciplined a family physician in western Colorado for prescribing ivermectin to some of his patients without properly informing them of the risks.
Family sues assisted living center after resident freezes to death
The lawsuit says surveillance video shows her wandering out of the facility in the middle of the night last winter, getting locked out, then banging on the doors for help, but no one found her for five hours.
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65th Grammy Awards - Red Carpet
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
Thousands of people celebrate MLK Day at Denver Marade
The effort to fight for justice and keep the spirit of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was alive and well in Denver for the 38th year of the MLK Marade.
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Desperate Douglas County looks at creating teacher housing
The Douglas County Board of Education Tuesday night looked at the potential of pairing up with a developer to create housing for teachers who cannot afford to live in the district.
Man shoots, kills 12-year-old boy who allegedly stole his car in Denver
A car theft turned deadly on Sunday when a man used a cell phone app to track his car after he said it was stolen.
Bill introduced in Colorado House would cut rental fees for pet owners
A lawmaker has introduced ban on pet deposits and pet rent. A group representing landlords says pet fees make sense for property owners. Tenants with pets say the fees add up, even when pets don't cause damage, and the bill's sponsor says the fees are unnecessary.
Big endorsement could shake up Denver's mayoral race
With 17 candidates on the ballot for Denver mayor in two months, this former governor could have easily just watched the race for the sidelines.
NASA seeks input from high school students through HUNCH program
While its already in its 13th year for Colorado high schoolers, the projects benefit students and NASA. Three and five students, who have been working on projects associated with the Artemis mission will be selected to help.
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Payton brings old-school style to Broncos in his return to coaching
Sean Payton is bringing an old-school way of running things to Denver and that's going to mean some changes for Russell Wilson.
Tickets to watch LeBron James set scoring record top $100,000
Want to see the Los Angeles Lakers star vault into NBA history in person? Here's how much tickets will cost you.
Christian Atsu rescued from rubble after Turkey earthquakes
The 31-year-old winger, who was "successfully rescued" on Tuesday, is receiving treatment.
Tom Brady says he'll begin his Fox Sports run in 2024
The seven-time Super Bowl champion said on Colin Cowherd's radio show that he will start his job as an NFL analyst next year.
Stanley Cup champion Avalanche steadily returning to health
These days, things are definitely looking up for the Stanley Cup champions on the injury front.
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Here's how 2 Colorado influencers make a living and changed the game
Whether we realize it or not, influencers are shaping our understanding of the world around us. They teach us new recipes, show us new looks and introduce us to new places.
Proposed bill aims to end slaughter, human consumption of Colorado's wild horses
Americans' tax dollars ultimately fund the slaughter and human consumption of some wild horses from Colorado, advocates say. But a bill up for debate this legislative session in Colorado is aiming to put an end to that.
30,000 Coloradans had brown drinking water this January, CDPHE says
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says nearly half the population of the East Cherry Creek Valley water district was affected.
Doctor admits "unprofessional conduct" in giving ivermectin to COVID patients
The Colorado Medical Board has disciplined a family physician in western Colorado for prescribing ivermectin to some of his patients without properly informing them of the risks.
Family sues assisted living center after resident freezes to death
The lawsuit says surveillance video shows her wandering out of the facility in the middle of the night last winter, getting locked out, then banging on the doors for help, but no one found her for five hours.
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Biden pushes for unity in State of the Union as he speaks to divided Congress
Biden's calls for bipartisanship comes as a new CBS News poll released Tuesday showed many Americans are still anxious about inflation and the economy.
Turkey-Syria earthquakes death toll soars over 7,000
Tens of thousands more were injured, and rescuers were still racing to find survivors under the rubble of thousands of collapsed buildings.
Tickets to watch LeBron James set scoring record top $100,000
Want to see the Los Angeles Lakers star vault into NBA history in person? Here's how much tickets will cost you.
4 people taken to hospital after fire forces United flight to return to San Diego
The New Jersey-bound flight had to return to San Diego International Airport after the fire broke out.
Iowa amusement park permanently closes ride boy died on
Michael Jaramillo drowned on the Raging River ride at the Des Moines-area Adventureland Resort when the raft carrying his family flipped over.
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Gov. Jared Polis orders state action to reduce Colorado's high energy bills
Gov. Jared Polis says the state is looking at ways to reduce those costs.
New bill introduced could give cities ability to enact rent control
Residential rent analysis company, Rentometer, found other double-digit spikes around Colorado from 2021 to 2022 – rent increased 15% in Aurora, 13% in Boulder, and shot up 18% in Fort Collins.
SNAP benefits to be reduced starting in March
Thanks to inflation, groceries are already so expensive. Now some who rely on government assistance will be getting less money to put food on the table.
Colorado Public Utilities Commission: natural gas prices could drop
Energy bills have been much higher in recent months than in previous years for households that are using the same or less energy than even a year ago.
How Denver's minimum wage boost could affect businesses & employees
This year, Denver's minimum wage is up to $17.29, compared to $15.87 in 2022.
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Colorado faces nursing shortage as students enroll in new program
The Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence reports Colorado needs 33,000 new nurses a year to fill the demand amid a nursing shortage and a retiring population
Nonprofit sending medical supplies to Turkey and Syria amid earthquake
The death toll as of Tuesday afternoon was a staggering 7,200. Project C.U.R.E. is seeking more donations and volunteers to help with what has already become the deadliest earthquake of the last 10 years.
Gay and bisexual men would be able to donate blood under rule change
Potential donors would be screened with a questionnaire that evaluates their individual risks for HIV based on sexual behavior, recent partners and other factors.
New bill could make EpiPens more affordable for Coloradans
The House Health and Insurance Committee unanimously passed the legislation to cap the cost of the devices on Friday.
Bill could allow psychologists prescribe medicine, but some have concerns
Proponents of the bill say it will make it easier for people in need to access certain medicine, while critics say enough people can already write prescriptions and argue untrained people could wrongly prescribe or overprescribe certain medicines.
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Sunny with temperatures near normal before the next storm system
Our weather changes late tomorrow with another winter storm moving into the state. The mountains will see snow by sunset on Wednesday and around that same time we could also start seeing rain or light snow along the urban corridor.
Sen. John Hickenlooper convenes bipartisan Colorado River caucus over water crisis
What began as an informal group convened by Democratic Sen. John Hickenlooper of Colorado has grown to a council of senators that represent seven Colorado River basin states -- Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, California and Nevada, according to Hickenlooper's office.
Denver is experiencing the longest stretch without snow in a month
Much snowier than normal weather last month means the five consecutive days Denver will experience without snow is the longest since early January.
Drought eases from Denver to Colorado's Western Slope
As January wrapped up with above normal snowfall and cold in Denver, most of the state enjoyed extra snow. That helped to battle drought conditions statewide.
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Dave Aguilera visits Early Excellence Program Denver
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Man shoots and kills 12-year-old boy who allegedly stole his car in Denver
A car theft turned deadly on Sunday when a man used a cell phone app to track his car after he said it was stolen.
Bill introduced in Colorado House would cut rental fees for pet owners
A lawmaker has introduced ban on pet deposits and pet rent. A group representing landlords says pet fees make sense for property owners. Tenants with pets say the fees add up, even when pets don't cause damage, and the bill's sponsor says the fees are unnecessary.
Desperate Douglas County looks at creating teacher housing
The Douglas County Board of Education Tuesday night looked at the potential of pairing up with a developer to create housing for teachers who cannot afford to live in the district.
Big endorsement could shake up Denver's mayoral race
With 17 candidates on the ballot for Denver mayor in two months, this former governor could have easily just watched the race for the sidelines.
NASA seeks input from high school students through HUNCH program
While its already in its 13th year for Colorado high schoolers, the projects benefit students and NASA. Three and five students, who have been working on projects associated with the Artemis mission will be selected to help.