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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.
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.
Denver police seeks information on homicide that occurred near Park Avenue West
The Denver Police Department is asking for the public's help in seeking information about a homicide that took place in Park Avenue West area.
Man faces homicide charges in domestic-related incident
A man is facing second-degree murder charges following a domestic violence-related incident in Arapahoe County.
Family wants to see suspect behind bars after RV is converted into "meth lab"
The family of a stolen RV is asking police to put the suspect behind bars.
CBS News Colorado's voter guide for the Denver mayoral race
Election Day for Denver's mayoral race is next Tuesday. Ballots have gone out and one candidate has since dropped out of the running.
Firefighters receive help from road and bridge crews to tame wildfires
A fast-moving wildfire that forced the evacuation of Simla on Colorado's Eastern Plains was knocked down almost as quickly as it flared up in high winds on Thursday.
Wildfire burns 1,047 acres in southwest area of Park County
A wildfire in the southwest area of Florissant threatened nearby structures and burned close to 1,047 acres, according to an emergency alert from Park County to area residents.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office delivers anti-theft clubs to residents as incidents rise
In just one day, the office handed out and registered about 40 free clubs, received in partnership with Colorado's Multi-Agency Auto Theft Task Force
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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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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.
Pharmacy 'resolves allegations' of unlawfully filling opioid prescriptions
A Lakewood pharmacy and its pharmacist owner, accused by federal investigators of illegally filling prescriptions with "exceptionally high opioid dosages and dangerous drug combinations" for more than six years and contributing to the opioid epidemic, recently avoided criminal prosecution.
Ag Secretary Vilsack comes away impressed with school lunches in Greeley
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the seventh person in the line of succession to the president and the second longest serving USDA secretary ever, visited Greeley Evans School District 6 this week.
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Colorado Wish Kid gets hands-on experience at Buckley Space Force Base
A Colorado kid had his dreams come true after receiving a hands-on experience at Buckley Space Force Base.
Suspect in custody after stealing RV and using motor home for meth lab
Authorities say a man is in custody after stealing a family's RV and using the motor home for a meth lab.
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.
Fire danger returns with strong gusty winds
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APS narrows superintendendent search to 3 finalist
The Aurora Public School District has cut down its superintendent search to just three current finalist.
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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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Trump "upset" and "angry" but "not worried" about indictment, attorney says
A New York grand jury has voted to indict former President Donald Trump.
Trump indicted in Manhattan, becoming first ex-president charged with a crime
The case stems from a "hush money" payment made just days before Trump was elected president in 2016.
New FBI docs show Las Vegas mass shooter was upset with casinos
FBI documents made public this week reveal the high-roller gambler who opened fire on concertgoers on the Las Vegas Strip had lost heavily while gambling weeks earlier.
Colorado Springs man arrested for alleged role in Jan. 6 riot
Jonathan Grace, of Colorado Springs, faces charges including felony civil disorder. The 49-year-old is also supposed to appear in court on Thursday in Denver. No attorney was immediately listed for him in court records.
Capitol rioter known as "QAnon Shaman" released early from federal prison
Federal prison records indicate Chansley is currently at a "residential reentry management" facility in Phoenix, with a release date of May 25.
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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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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.
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.
Denver police seeks information on homicide that occurred near Park Avenue West
The Denver Police Department is asking for the public's help in seeking information about a homicide that took place in Park Avenue West area.
Man faces homicide charges in domestic-related incident
A man is facing second-degree murder charges following a domestic violence-related incident in Arapahoe County.
Family wants to see suspect behind bars after RV is converted into "meth lab"
The family of a stolen RV is asking police to put the suspect behind bars.
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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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Trump "upset" and "angry" but "not worried" about indictment, attorney says
A New York grand jury has voted to indict former President Donald Trump.
Trump indicted in Manhattan, becoming first ex-president charged with a crime
The case stems from a "hush money" payment made just days before Trump was elected president in 2016.
Layoffs begin at Disney as CEO Bob Iger moves to pare losses
Some 7,000 employees will lose their jobs, with the first round of cuts starting this week as Disney moves to slash costs.
New FBI docs show Las Vegas mass shooter was upset with casinos
FBI documents made public this week reveal the high-roller gambler who opened fire on concertgoers on the Las Vegas Strip had lost heavily while gambling weeks earlier.
Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
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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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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.
Pharmacy 'resolves allegations' of unlawfully filling opioid prescriptions
A Lakewood pharmacy and its pharmacist owner, accused by federal investigators of illegally filling prescriptions with "exceptionally high opioid dosages and dangerous drug combinations" for more than six years and contributing to the opioid epidemic, recently avoided criminal prosecution.
Ag Secretary Vilsack comes away impressed with school lunches in Greeley
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the seventh person in the line of succession to the president and the second longest serving USDA secretary ever, visited Greeley Evans School District 6 this week.
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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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Colorado Wish Kid gets hands-on experience at Buckley Space Force Base
A Colorado kid had his dreams come true after receiving a hands-on experience at Buckley Space Force Base.
Suspect in custody after stealing RV and using motor home for meth lab
Authorities say a man is in custody after stealing a family's RV and using the motor home for a meth lab.
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.
Fire danger returns with strong gusty winds
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
APS narrows superintendendent search to 3 finalist
The Aurora Public School District has cut down its superintendent search to just three current finalist.