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Expo Apartment survivors recall terror and survival amid two-alarm fire
Five people are hurt, one one of whom suffered serious injuries, from a two-alarm blaze at an apartment complex in Aurora, at least 60 units have been displaced. It's at least the third time since 2021 a building at the complex caught fire.
Juvenile dies after watercraft capsizes on Upper Colorado River
Searchers recovered the body of a young person Saturday after a watercraft capsized in the Colorado River between the towns of McCoy and Burns.
Aurora Fire and Rescue reports blaze at residential complex near S. Havana
Fire crews have since cleared out, but responded to a large multi-family residential complex located at 10705 E. Exposition Ave. Saturday night. The Red Cross is now at the site of the fire offering assistance to about 100 people from 50 units.
Truck rolls during maintenance, fatally pins Aurora man
An Aurora man who was working on a pickup truck's transmission was killed Saturday afternoon when the truck rolled, pinning him underneath its front passenger wheel.
Widespread rain showers continue
Cloudy, cool, and rainy weather will continue today. We should see a break in the rain this evening before another round of rain pushes in later tonight. Thanks to cooler temperatures the risk for severe weather is low.
Soggy scenario stays in place thru the weekend
A super soaking weather pattern is locked in for the the weekend and beyond.
Nuggets players donate team-themed STEM center to Denver Boys & Girls Club
Thanks to the success of the Denver Nuggets and its partners, the Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club in Denver got an upgrade Friday, bringing in a Nuggets-themed STEM center and gym.
Louisville condo complex breaks ground on new homes after losing 30 in Marshall Fire
The Wildflower Condominiums is the only multi-family community in Louisville that was affected by the Marshall Fire, so getting the permits needed and builders lined up was a huge challenge but now that's all taken care of and soon thirty families will have their homes back.
DougCo looks to roll out new tool to combat future wildfires
With more than 80% of Douglas County residents living in a potential wildfire zone, according to officials, the spring green-up is a welcome sight, but we all know how quickly things can change.
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Forward Aaron Gordon encourages consuming more news away from Finals chatter
Ahead of game two of the finals, Nuggets star Aaron Gordon took time to encourage his teammates and fans to consume more local and global news.
Nuggets players donate team-themed STEM center to Denver Boys & Girls Club
Thanks to the success of the Denver Nuggets and its partners, the Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club in Denver got an upgrade Friday, bringing in a Nuggets-themed STEM center and gym.
Von Miller continues charity work in latest visit to Denver
Here in Denver, we all know the name Von Miller. The Super Bowl champion helped lead the Broncos to victory, and while he's changed his jersey, he hasn't changed his support for Denver, especially through his nonprofit Von's Vision.
Rocky visits Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children
Denver Nuggets supermascot Rocky took a visit to the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children to celebrate the Game 1 victory.
Denver altitude helps Nuggets go unbeaten at home in playoffs
Joking around before the start of the NBA Finals, Charles Barkley and Grant Hill took hits from oxygen masks they brought onto the set for a pregame TV show.
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Expo Apartment survivors recall terror and survival amid two-alarm fire
Five people are hurt, one one of whom suffered serious injuries, from a two-alarm blaze at an apartment complex in Aurora, at least 60 units have been displaced. It's at least the third time since 2021 a building at the complex caught fire.
Video captures victims being transported to hospital in Aurora apartment fire
Cell phone video captures victims being transported to an area hospital after an apartment fire was reported in Aurora.
More soaking rains for the rest of the weekend
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
Nuggets players donate STEM center to Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club
Thanks to the success of the Denver Nuggets and its partners, the Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club in Denver got an upgrade Friday, bringing in a Nuggets-themed STEM center and gym.
Louisville condo complex breaks ground one new homes after losing 30 in Marshall Fire
The Wildflower Condominiums is the only multifamily community in Louisville that was affected by the Marshall Fire, so getting the permits needed and builders lined up was a huge challenge but now that's all taken care of and soon thirty families will have their homes back.
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Colorado moms to hold sit-in demanding Gov. Polis to ban all guns
Thousands of women, many who are moms, will gather at the state Capitol for an anti-gun event on Monday.
Ghost guns banned under new Colorado law signed by governor
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has signed a bill banning build-at-home firearms without serial numbers.
Gov. Polis signs bill into law designating Lunar New Year an observed state holiday
Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill designating the Lunar New Year an observed state holiday in Colorado.
Brough campaign accuses out-of-state billionaires of meddling in mayor's race
Denver mayoral candidate Kelly Brough and her supporters are accusing two out-of-state billionaires of trying to buy the race for Mike Johnston.
Biden on debt ceiling deal to avoid default: "This is vital"
The president spoke less than 24 hours after the Senate approved the agreement in a bipartisan vote.
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Rocky visits Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children
Denver Nuggets supermascot Rocky took a visit to the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children to celebrate the Game 1 victory.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Free doula program at Denver Health helps laboring moms
Free doula program at Denver Health helps laboring moms improve maternal health and reduce disparities in birth outcomes for high risk patients.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
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Prosecutors plan to introduce new evidence against Robin Niceta
Prosecutors now say they plan to introduce new evidence against former Arapahoe County social worker Robin Niceta showing her "fabricated brain cancer claim as evidence of her guilty mind."
Jury finds Adams County was not deliberately indifferent in inmate death
After about two hours of deliberation on Thursday morning, a federal jury rejected claims that Adams County jail deputies were "deliberately indifferent" to the medical needs of an elderly inmate, who subsequently died in the jail in 2016.
Denver sheriff's deputy fired, accused of sexual assault, sending lewd photos
A department investigation found multiple women who claimed the deputy sexually assaulted them while he wearing his uniform and armed. He also allegedly sent lewd photos of himself from a women's bathroom at the Denver jail.
Colorado retail theft rising: "It's just a free-for-all," says witness
A Denver woman recently witnessed a shoplifting incident that left her rattled. Retail industry lobbyists say theft is on the rise and costing corporations billions of dollars.
How to protect your lungs next time wildfire smoke hits Colorado
With potentially more smoky days on the horizon, CBS News Colorado spoke with a pulmonologist about ways you can stay safe this summer.
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Looking to save for college? There's financial relief for all Coloradans
Education savings plans called 529 Plans allow a saver to open an investment account to save for the beneficiary's future qualified higher education expenses and anybody can contribute.
KIPP Colorado rolls out new pay increases
KIPP Colorado, a network of free college-preparatory public charter schools, is increasing pay to ensure that educators are compensated fairly and transparently.
Bright Horizons company offers free teacher degree program
With graduation season upon us, many graduates may be rethinking their future plans following the pandemic. Some may wonder whether or not it's worth the cost to pursue a college degree.
72 supportive housing units open for Denver residents in need
Dozens of Denver residents are experiencing homelessness and other challenges when it comes to affordable housing. Those individuals now have an outlet to get back on their feet.
Colorado adds property tax relief options, provides tax deferment for homeowners
Colorado's Property Tax Deferral Programs have traditionally helped seniors and active military personnel continue to afford to live in their homes by deferring the payment of their property taxes. This service was expanded this year.
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Air Force Academy Graduation
The school's 65th graduation ceremony took place at Falcon Stadium in Colorado Springs. President Joe Biden delivered the commencement address.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Expo Apartment survivors recall terror and survival amid two-alarm fire
Five people are hurt, one one of whom suffered serious injuries, from a two-alarm blaze at an apartment complex in Aurora, at least 60 units have been displaced. It's at least the third time since 2021 a building at the complex caught fire.
Juvenile dies after watercraft capsizes on Upper Colorado River
Searchers recovered the body of a young person Saturday after a watercraft capsized in the Colorado River between the towns of McCoy and Burns.
Aurora Fire and Rescue reports blaze at residential complex near S. Havana
Fire crews have since cleared out, but responded to a large multi-family residential complex located at 10705 E. Exposition Ave. Saturday night. The Red Cross is now at the site of the fire offering assistance to about 100 people from 50 units.
Truck rolls during maintenance, fatally pins Aurora man
An Aurora man who was working on a pickup truck's transmission was killed Saturday afternoon when the truck rolled, pinning him underneath its front passenger wheel.
Widespread rain showers continue
Cloudy, cool, and rainy weather will continue today. We should see a break in the rain this evening before another round of rain pushes in later tonight. Thanks to cooler temperatures the risk for severe weather is low.
Latest Videos
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Expo Apartment survivors recall terror and survival amid two-alarm fire
Five people are hurt, one one of whom suffered serious injuries, from a two-alarm blaze at an apartment complex in Aurora, at least 60 units have been displaced. It's at least the third time since 2021 a building at the complex caught fire.
Video captures victims being transported to hospital in Aurora apartment fire
Cell phone video captures victims being transported to an area hospital after an apartment fire was reported in Aurora.
More soaking rains for the rest of the weekend
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
Nuggets players donate STEM center to Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club
Thanks to the success of the Denver Nuggets and its partners, the Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club in Denver got an upgrade Friday, bringing in a Nuggets-themed STEM center and gym.
Louisville condo complex breaks ground one new homes after losing 30 in Marshall Fire
The Wildflower Condominiums is the only multifamily community in Louisville that was affected by the Marshall Fire, so getting the permits needed and builders lined up was a huge challenge but now that's all taken care of and soon thirty families will have their homes back.
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Forward Aaron Gordon encourages consuming more news away from Finals chatter
Ahead of game two of the finals, Nuggets star Aaron Gordon took time to encourage his teammates and fans to consume more local and global news.
Nuggets players donate team-themed STEM center to Denver Boys & Girls Club
Thanks to the success of the Denver Nuggets and its partners, the Arthur E. Johnson Boys & Girls Club in Denver got an upgrade Friday, bringing in a Nuggets-themed STEM center and gym.
Von Miller continues charity work in latest visit to Denver
Here in Denver, we all know the name Von Miller. The Super Bowl champion helped lead the Broncos to victory, and while he's changed his jersey, he hasn't changed his support for Denver, especially through his nonprofit Von's Vision.
Rocky visits Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children
Denver Nuggets supermascot Rocky took a visit to the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children to celebrate the Game 1 victory.
Denver altitude helps Nuggets go unbeaten at home in playoffs
Joking around before the start of the NBA Finals, Charles Barkley and Grant Hill took hits from oxygen masks they brought onto the set for a pregame TV show.
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College student accused of setting fire to Wyoming's only abortion clinic pleads not guilty
A college student who authorities say admitted setting fire to a building slated to become Wyoming's only full-service abortion clinic pleaded not guilty to an arson charge in federal court on Friday.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Biden on debt ceiling deal to avoid default: "This is vital"
The president spoke less than 24 hours after the Senate approved the agreement in a bipartisan vote.
Justice Department closes Pence documents probe with no charges
Multiple sources familiar with the matter tell CBS News the Justice Department won't seek to charge former Vice President Mike Pence.
Employers added 339,000 jobs in May as hiring surged
Hiring sped up last month, showing the job market remains resilient despite high inflation and borrowing costs.
Latest Political Updates
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Colorado moms to hold sit-in demanding Gov. Polis to ban all guns
Thousands of women, many who are moms, will gather at the state Capitol for an anti-gun event on Monday.
Ghost guns banned under new Colorado law signed by governor
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has signed a bill banning build-at-home firearms without serial numbers.
Gov. Polis signs bill into law designating Lunar New Year an observed state holiday
Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill designating the Lunar New Year an observed state holiday in Colorado.
Brough campaign accuses out-of-state billionaires of meddling in mayor's race
Denver mayoral candidate Kelly Brough and her supporters are accusing two out-of-state billionaires of trying to buy the race for Mike Johnston.
Biden on debt ceiling deal to avoid default: "This is vital"
The president spoke less than 24 hours after the Senate approved the agreement in a bipartisan vote.
Health News
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Rocky visits Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children
Denver Nuggets supermascot Rocky took a visit to the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children to celebrate the Game 1 victory.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Free doula program at Denver Health helps laboring moms
Free doula program at Denver Health helps laboring moms improve maternal health and reduce disparities in birth outcomes for high risk patients.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
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Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Nuggets printed nearly 20,000 shirts for fans at Ball Arena
The success of the Denver Nuggets is translating into big business for local companies and their employees, as the Nuggets compete in their first NBA Finals in franchise history.
Employers added 339,000 jobs in May as hiring surged
Hiring sped up last month, showing the job market remains resilient despite high inflation and borrowing costs.
FDA's new arsenic level for apple juice could hurt kids, CR says
Consumer Reports is calling on the agency to set a lower limit, noting arsenic can damage children's brains and nervous systems.
Money stored on apps like PayPal could be at risk, feds warn
Financial watchdog urges consumers who keep funds with a digital app to transfer the money to an insured bank account.
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Looking to save for college? There's financial relief for all Coloradans
Education savings plans called 529 Plans allow a saver to open an investment account to save for the beneficiary's future qualified higher education expenses and anybody can contribute.
KIPP Colorado rolls out new pay increases
KIPP Colorado, a network of free college-preparatory public charter schools, is increasing pay to ensure that educators are compensated fairly and transparently.
Bright Horizons company offers free teacher degree program
With graduation season upon us, many graduates may be rethinking their future plans following the pandemic. Some may wonder whether or not it's worth the cost to pursue a college degree.
72 supportive housing units open for Denver residents in need
Dozens of Denver residents are experiencing homelessness and other challenges when it comes to affordable housing. Those individuals now have an outlet to get back on their feet.
Colorado adds property tax relief options, provides tax deferment for homeowners
Colorado's Property Tax Deferral Programs have traditionally helped seniors and active military personnel continue to afford to live in their homes by deferring the payment of their property taxes. This service was expanded this year.