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New Central Park "Call Your Mother" deli is hard to miss
Call Your Mother is opening a lil deli location in a bright pink truck in Denver's Central Park neighborhood.
Guanella Pass opens, just in time for holiday weekend road trips
A mountain pass has opened to drivers for the summer season. After an extensive snow clearing effort, Guanella Pass Road opened.
Server wrestles firearm away from suspect accused of luring her into bathroom
A server at the Rock Rest Lodge in Colorado is being recognized for her courage after she said she wrestled away a firearm from an assault suspect. The alleged assault happened on Wednesday afternoon after he allegedly lured her into the lodge's bathroom.
Man pleads guilty to starting Bucktail Fire while cremating dog
A Colorado man pleaded guilty Wednesday to starting a wildfire that burned over 7,000 acres in Montrose County last year.
U.S. Northern Command in Colorado to deploy over 1,000 troops to southern border
U.S. Northern Command in Colorado Springs announced plans to deploy more than 1,000 military members to support operations at the southern border.
Denver mayor announces furloughs amid $50 million budget shortfall this year
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is blaming slow revenue growth and inflation for a $50 million budget shortfall for the remainder of this year and a $200 million budget shortfall for next year.
Active weather across Colorado brings daily chances for rain and storms this Memorial Day Weekend
The threat of severe weather becomes more widespread on Saturday, with the threat of severe storms pushing closer to the Front Range and I-25 corridor, including the Denver metro area.
Colorado's average gas price of $3.55/gallon expected to rise Memorial Day
The busy Memorial Day travel period is ramping up across Colorado, with Thursday being the start of the four-day stretch for the holiday weekend.
CBS Colorado's Michelle Griego fulfills dream of anchoring network news
CBS Colorado anchor Michelle Griego joined "CBS Mornings" to fulfill her childhood goal of anchoring a network news show, showing it's never too late to achieve your dreams.
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Chances for severe storms ramp up into Memorial Day Weekend across Colorado
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Denver Nuggets officially name David Adelman head coach
The Denver Nuggets dropped the "interim" from in front of David Adelman's name, making him the head coach of the championship basketball team.
Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts owner, dies at 65
Jim Irsay, the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died Wednesday at the age of 65, the team said in a statement.
"Coach Prime's Playbook with Romi Bean" returns in August
Coach Deion Sanders and his Colorado Buffaloes remain among the biggest stories of the college football universe as they get ready to compete in the Big 12 Conference once again this season.
Rockies fan files lawsuit after getting hit in the face by a foul ball
A Colorado Rockies fan has filed a lawsuit after he said he was struck in the face by a foul ball during a game at Coors Field in 2023.
"Tush push" ban fails at spring league meetings after Eagles' Super Bowl win
The Green Bay Packers' effort to ban the "tush push" failed at the NFL's spring league meetings Wednesday.
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Video: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston discusses 2025, 2026 budget shortfall, furloughs
Watch the entire news conference where Denver Mayor Mike Johnston discusses the 2025 and 2026 budget shortfall, as well as furloughs for city employees.
Chances for severe storms ramp up into Memorial Day Weekend across Colorado
Watch Lauren Whitney's forecast
Two killed in Broomfield plane crash identified as 80-year-old and 74-year-old
Two killed in Broomfield plane crash identified as 80-year-old Eugene Knutson and 74-year-old James Gelaude.
Denver mayor announces furloughs amid $50 million budget shortfall this year
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is blaming slow revenue growth and inflation for a $50 million budget shortfall for the remainder of this year and a $200 million budget shortfall for next year.
Parents in Denver react after project to install secure lobby at East High School postponed
Some parents in Denver gathered for a meeting after a project to install a secure lobby at East High School was postponed.
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Colorado physician chases storms and trains hospitals for disaster
Dr. Jason Persoff has spent more than 15 years chasing storms across Colorado and the Midwest. From tornadoes to tennis ball-sized hail, he's seen it all. Now he helps hospitals prepare for disasters.
Severe Weather Watch vs. Warning: What's the Difference?
A watch means to be ready, while a warning means act now.
What weather to expect for the remainder of spring in Colorado
The Climate Prediction Center anticipates a hot and dry remainder of spring and start to summer.
What Is Graupel? Understanding this unique snow pellet in weather
Graupel is a unique type of precipitation, also referred to as soft hail or snow pellets.
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Judge blocks Trump's executive order dismantling Education Department
Judge Myong Joun, a Biden appointee, blocked the Trump administration from carrying out its reduction-in-force at the Education Department, which was announced on March 11.
Treasury Department set to phase out the penny
The Treasury Department said it placed its final order for penny blanks this month as the U.S. moves to end production of the 1-cent coin.
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Democrats push to strip Trump of power over U.S. Marshals as judges face threats
Congressional Democrats are pushing to shift the U.S. Marshals Service — which protects federal judges — away from the Trump administration's control.
House passes Trump's "big, beautiful bill" in razor-thin vote
The budget package addresses President Trump's tax, defense and energy priorities. It now heads to the Senate, where hurdles remain.
Some Afrikaners say Trump is being lied to about a "White genocide"
President Trump has singled out White Afrikaner farmers for U.S. refugee status, claiming they're persecuted in South Africa. But most people there say it's simply not true.
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Guests at Pueblo hotel may have been exposed to measles
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment said recent guests of a hotel in Pueblo may have been exposed to measles.
FDA expands COVID vaccine warning about possible side effect
The FDA is requiring COVID vaccine makers Pfizer and Moderna to update their warnings about the possible risk of myocarditis and pericarditis.
Biden's last prostate cancer blood test was in 2014, spokesperson says
Former President Joe Biden — who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer — got his last blood test for the cancer over a decade ago.
Who can get updated COVID vaccines this fall? FDA tightening rules
FDA advisers are set to meet Thursday to decide on updates for this fall's COVID shots.
Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" hit by cuts to research funding
The Trump administration's cuts to medical research grants have disrupted awards once backed by former President Joe Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" initiative.
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DIA employees question CEO about $19,000 business class flights
Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington is again being pressed for answers about costly business class tickets that he approved for his executive staff.
Denver mayor reverses course on big raises for appointees
Mayor Johnston backtracked late Friday, withdrawing a measure that would have given a dozen of his appointees hefty salary raises.
State error impacting more than 3,000 Colorado electric vehicle owners
More than 3,000 Colorado electric and hybrid truck owners are getting some expensive news as they try to re-register their vehicles in 2025.
New rock throwing incident prompts felony investigation
The sheriff's office says it will likely recommend charges against three elementary students after they allegedly threw multiple large rocks from their school bus that then hit a car passing in the other direction.
Department of Corrections committed to body camera implementation
The Colorado Department of Corrections now says it's moving forward with a full implementation of body worn cameras for their adult parole division.
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Storm outbreak May 18, 2025
On May 18, 2025, a strong storm system moved through Colorado, causing damage and triggering multiple tornado warnings.
Colorado agencies celebrate Star Wars Day 2025
Public agencies across Colorado played along, posting photos celebrating Star Wars Day.
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Guanella Pass opens, just in time for holiday weekend road trips
A mountain pass has opened to drivers for the summer season. After an extensive snow clearing effort, Guanella Pass Road opened.
Server wrestles firearm away from suspect accused of luring her into bathroom
A server at the Rock Rest Lodge in Colorado is being recognized for her courage after she said she wrestled away a firearm from an assault suspect. The alleged assault happened on Wednesday afternoon after he allegedly lured her into the lodge's bathroom.
Man pleads guilty to starting Bucktail Fire while cremating dog
A Colorado man pleaded guilty Wednesday to starting a wildfire that burned over 7,000 acres in Montrose County last year.
U.S. Northern Command in Colorado to deploy over 1,000 troops to southern border
U.S. Northern Command in Colorado Springs announced plans to deploy more than 1,000 military members to support operations at the southern border.
Denver mayor announces furloughs amid $50 million budget shortfall this year
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is blaming slow revenue growth and inflation for a $50 million budget shortfall for the remainder of this year and a $200 million budget shortfall for next year.
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Video: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston discusses 2025, 2026 budget shortfall, furloughs
Watch the entire news conference where Denver Mayor Mike Johnston discusses the 2025 and 2026 budget shortfall, as well as furloughs for city employees.
Chances for severe storms ramp up into Memorial Day Weekend across Colorado
Watch Lauren Whitney's forecast
Two killed in Broomfield plane crash identified as 80-year-old and 74-year-old
Two killed in Broomfield plane crash identified as 80-year-old Eugene Knutson and 74-year-old James Gelaude.
Denver mayor announces furloughs amid $50 million budget shortfall this year
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is blaming slow revenue growth and inflation for a $50 million budget shortfall for the remainder of this year and a $200 million budget shortfall for next year.
Parents in Denver react after project to install secure lobby at East High School postponed
Some parents in Denver gathered for a meeting after a project to install a secure lobby at East High School was postponed.
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Denver Nuggets officially name David Adelman head coach
The Denver Nuggets dropped the "interim" from in front of David Adelman's name, making him the head coach of the championship basketball team.
Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts owner, dies at 65
Jim Irsay, the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died Wednesday at the age of 65, the team said in a statement.
"Coach Prime's Playbook with Romi Bean" returns in August
Coach Deion Sanders and his Colorado Buffaloes remain among the biggest stories of the college football universe as they get ready to compete in the Big 12 Conference once again this season.
Rockies fan files lawsuit after getting hit in the face by a foul ball
A Colorado Rockies fan has filed a lawsuit after he said he was struck in the face by a foul ball during a game at Coors Field in 2023.
"Tush push" ban fails at spring league meetings after Eagles' Super Bowl win
The Green Bay Packers' effort to ban the "tush push" failed at the NFL's spring league meetings Wednesday.
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"Never Too Late": Local news anchor fulfills dream of anchoring network news
CBS Colorado anchor Michelle Griego joined "CBS Mornings" to fulfill her childhood goal of anchoring a network news show, showing it's never too late to achieve your dreams.
Treasury Department set to phase out the penny
The Treasury Department said it placed its final order for penny blanks this month as the U.S. moves to end production of the 1-cent coin.
What we know about suspect in shooting of 2 Israeli Embassy employees
The suspect in the fatal shooting of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., has been identified as a 30-year-old from Chicago.
House passes Trump's "big, beautiful bill" in razor-thin vote
The budget package addresses President Trump's tax, defense and energy priorities. It now heads to the Senate, where hurdles remain.
2 Israeli Embassy staff shot and killed outside Jewish Museum in D.C.
The victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, were a couple about to become engaged, said Israel's ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter.
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Judge blocks Trump's executive order dismantling Education Department
Judge Myong Joun, a Biden appointee, blocked the Trump administration from carrying out its reduction-in-force at the Education Department, which was announced on March 11.
Treasury Department set to phase out the penny
The Treasury Department said it placed its final order for penny blanks this month as the U.S. moves to end production of the 1-cent coin.
Exclusive
Democrats push to strip Trump of power over U.S. Marshals as judges face threats
Congressional Democrats are pushing to shift the U.S. Marshals Service — which protects federal judges — away from the Trump administration's control.
House passes Trump's "big, beautiful bill" in razor-thin vote
The budget package addresses President Trump's tax, defense and energy priorities. It now heads to the Senate, where hurdles remain.
Some Afrikaners say Trump is being lied to about a "White genocide"
President Trump has singled out White Afrikaner farmers for U.S. refugee status, claiming they're persecuted in South Africa. But most people there say it's simply not true.
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Guests at Pueblo hotel may have been exposed to measles
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment said recent guests of a hotel in Pueblo may have been exposed to measles.
FDA expands COVID vaccine warning about possible side effect
The FDA is requiring COVID vaccine makers Pfizer and Moderna to update their warnings about the possible risk of myocarditis and pericarditis.
Biden's last prostate cancer blood test was in 2014, spokesperson says
Former President Joe Biden — who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer — got his last blood test for the cancer over a decade ago.
Who can get updated COVID vaccines this fall? FDA tightening rules
FDA advisers are set to meet Thursday to decide on updates for this fall's COVID shots.
Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" hit by cuts to research funding
The Trump administration's cuts to medical research grants have disrupted awards once backed by former President Joe Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" initiative.
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Treasury Department set to phase out the penny
The Treasury Department said it placed its final order for penny blanks this month as the U.S. moves to end production of the 1-cent coin.
Jobs program for the formerly incarcerated tackles trucking industry shortage
The industry is facing a shortage of about 60,000 drivers, according to the American Trucking Association.
DIA employees question CEO about $19,000 business class flights
Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington is again being pressed for answers about costly business class tickets that he approved for his executive staff.
Judge scraps rules requiring employers to offer time off for abortions
Federal judge strikes down government regulations requiring most U.S. employers to accommodate workers for abortions.
What is AI Mode, Google's new artificial intelligence search tech?
Google is making more upgrades to its search engine with the addition of the AI Mode feature.
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DIA employees question CEO about $19,000 business class flights
Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington is again being pressed for answers about costly business class tickets that he approved for his executive staff.
Denver mayor reverses course on big raises for appointees
Mayor Johnston backtracked late Friday, withdrawing a measure that would have given a dozen of his appointees hefty salary raises.
State error impacting more than 3,000 Colorado electric vehicle owners
More than 3,000 Colorado electric and hybrid truck owners are getting some expensive news as they try to re-register their vehicles in 2025.
New rock throwing incident prompts felony investigation
The sheriff's office says it will likely recommend charges against three elementary students after they allegedly threw multiple large rocks from their school bus that then hit a car passing in the other direction.
Department of Corrections committed to body camera implementation
The Colorado Department of Corrections now says it's moving forward with a full implementation of body worn cameras for their adult parole division.