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U.S. Air Force pays $9 million to clean up water contamination in Fountain
The U.S. Air Force paid $9 million for a new water treatment facility in Fountain due to past military activities that may have contaminated the city's water supply, according to a Peterson Space Force Base spokesperson.
Alpine Rescue Team treks up fourteener to rescue backcountry skier
The Alpine Rescue Team rescued an injured backcountry skier on the northwest side of Torrey's Peak.
CU engineering team takes big win in national wind competition
The U.S. Department of Energy held it's Collegiate Wind Competition in Boulder, and the home team was among the winners.
Thousands fill the streets for 43rd running of the Bolder Boulder
Memorial Day in Boulder means a favorite running tradition -- the Bolder Boulder. For more than four decades, runners have filled the streets for the 10K.
Casa Bonita hype helps neighbor WestFax Brewing Company
While fans wait for the much-anticipated grand reopening of Casa Bonita, they can enjoy a delicious craft beer in its honor from a patio just a few feet away.
Man plays taps hundreds of times at Fort Logan Cemetery
Mark Stallins spends two days walking from grave to grave playing taps for every fallen soldier, sailor, Marine or airman.
Aurora adjusts pool schedule to deal with staffing challenges
As pools across the state open, the city of Aurora is still dealing with some staffing shortages at its pools.
Liz Cheney delivers Colorado College commencement speech
Former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney blasted Republicans raising fears about college students voting and implored new graduates not to compromise truths in a commencement speech at her alma mater.
Free Planet Fitness memberships offered to all Colorado teens this summer
Inside a Planet Fitness in Boulder, 14-year-old Raegan Lachky works out several times a week. With each stride on the treadmill, she's pursuing her health goal.
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Denver weather: Warm start to the week with a chance for afternoon showers and storms
Watch Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
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Nuggets perfect the drama-free path to their spot on NBA's big stage
The Denver Nuggets' no-drama way of conducting business doesn't grab tons of headlines. But it has set the franchise up for its first NBA Finals in 47 years in the league.
Shilo Sanders transfers to Colorado, reunites with father and brother
Defensive back Shilo Sanders will officially follow his father and brother to Colorado from Jackson State.
Feltner slowly recovering from fractured skull
Colorado Rockies right-hander Ryan Feltner is slowly recovering from a concussion and fractured skull.
Josef Newgarden wins 2023 Indy 500
In a fight until the finish, Newgarden caught up with the reigning champion Ericsson in the final lap, taking the lead and finishing in first.
2 more horses die at Churchill Downs, marking 12 deaths this month
The Kentucky Derby horses were euthanized after suffering serious injuries in races on Friday and Saturday.
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Adams County honoring veterans with new memorial at park
The new memorial is located at Riverdale Regional Park in Brighton.
Race Director of Bolder Boulder speaks about importance of Memorial Day
Cliff Bosley is the race director of the 10K and spoke with CBS News Colorado's Justin Adams inside Folsom Field.
Liz Cheney delivers Colorado College commencement speech
Former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney blasted Republicans raising fears about college students voting and implored new graduates not to compromise truths in a commencement speech at her alma mater.
CBI warns 4 missing Texas children may be in Colorado Springs
Four missing children out of Texas may be in the Colorado Springs area, according to an alert sent out by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
Thousands fill the streets for annual running of the Bolder Boulder
Memorial Day in Boulder means a favorite running tradition -- the Bolder Boulder. For more than four decades, runners have filled the streets for the 10K.
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Liz Cheney delivers Colorado College commencement speech
Former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney blasted Republicans raising fears about college students voting and implored new graduates not to compromise truths in a commencement speech at her alma mater.
Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
Russia issues arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Kremlin is upset with remarks the South Carolina senator made about Ukraine.
Turkey's President Erdogan wins runoff, set to remain in power until 2028
Turkey's Supreme Election Council chairman said Erdogan had received 52.14% of the votes.
Colorado congressional members weigh in as debt ceiling deadline looms
A deal on the nation's borrowing limit could be close, with just six days to go before the first default in U.S. history.
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Colorado delivery drivers suing Amazon, saying they had to pee in bottles
The lawsuit -- filed this week in Denver District Court -- alleges that drivers urinated in bottles and defecated in dog waste bags in their delivery vans to ensure that they did not face discipline for failing to stay on pace with their deliveries.
New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
Charleigh Chatterton gave birth to her daughter with no complications. Days later, her "chances of survival were slim" after she got a rash "as hot to touch as a boiled kettle," she said.
Denver students find harmful microplastics in 16 major waterways
Toxic microplastics from everyday items like water bottles and clothing have been discovered in several major Colorado waterways, and it is local high school and college students who have made the discovery.
Stroke rates among young adults "nearly doubled" in Northern Colorado in recent years
According to researchers and medical experts with UCHealth in northern Colorado, the number of young adults experiencing strokes in the region has nearly doubled in the last three to five years.
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
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U.S. Air Force pays $9 million to clean up water contamination in Fountain
The U.S. Air Force paid $9 million for a new water treatment facility in Fountain due to past military activities that may have contaminated the city's water supply, according to a Peterson Space Force Base spokesperson.
Denver students find harmful microplastics in 16 major waterways
Toxic microplastics from everyday items like water bottles and clothing have been discovered in several major Colorado waterways, and it is local high school and college students who have made the discovery.
Pickleball possibilities: city identifies 5 sites for new courts
The Denver Department of Parks and Recreation and its Pickleball Advisory Board have identified potential sites for new pickleball courts after plans to install and expand courts at Congress Park and Sloan's Lake Park were canceled.
Denver cardiologist agrees to temporarily stop practicing medicine
Denver prosecutors have charged Matthews in connection with 10 women he dated. Many say they blacked out after drinking with Matthews at his home and several say after they blacked out, they believe Matthews sexually assaulted them.
Bill aimed to minimize controversial wild horse roundups to become law
A first-of-its-kind bill is set to be signed into law this Saturday, and it's all about protecting Colorado's wild horses. The bill's sponsors believe it could serve as a model for other states across the American West.
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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.
State economy "growing but slowing" amid record number of new business filings
The latest report for the first quarter of 2023 shows that Colorado recorded 55,787 new entity filings, posting the largest quarter in the report's history
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Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Nuggets 113, Lakers 111
Nikola Jokic had 30 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists as the Nuggets swept the Western Conference finals with a 113-111 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4.
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U.S. Air Force pays $9 million to clean up water contamination in Fountain
The U.S. Air Force paid $9 million for a new water treatment facility in Fountain due to past military activities that may have contaminated the city's water supply, according to a Peterson Space Force Base spokesperson.
Alpine Rescue Team treks up fourteener to rescue backcountry skier
The Alpine Rescue Team rescued an injured backcountry skier on the northwest side of Torrey's Peak.
CU engineering team takes big win in national wind competition
The U.S. Department of Energy held it's Collegiate Wind Competition in Boulder, and the home team was among the winners.
Thousands fill the streets for 43rd running of the Bolder Boulder
Memorial Day in Boulder means a favorite running tradition -- the Bolder Boulder. For more than four decades, runners have filled the streets for the 10K.
Casa Bonita hype helps neighbor WestFax Brewing Company
While fans wait for the much-anticipated grand reopening of Casa Bonita, they can enjoy a delicious craft beer in its honor from a patio just a few feet away.
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Adams County honoring veterans with new memorial at park
The new memorial is located at Riverdale Regional Park in Brighton.
Race Director of Bolder Boulder speaks about importance of Memorial Day
Cliff Bosley is the race director of the 10K and spoke with CBS News Colorado's Justin Adams inside Folsom Field.
Liz Cheney delivers Colorado College commencement speech
Former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney blasted Republicans raising fears about college students voting and implored new graduates not to compromise truths in a commencement speech at her alma mater.
CBI warns 4 missing Texas children may be in Colorado Springs
Four missing children out of Texas may be in the Colorado Springs area, according to an alert sent out by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
Thousands fill the streets for annual running of the Bolder Boulder
Memorial Day in Boulder means a favorite running tradition -- the Bolder Boulder. For more than four decades, runners have filled the streets for the 10K.
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Nuggets perfect the drama-free path to their spot on NBA's big stage
The Denver Nuggets' no-drama way of conducting business doesn't grab tons of headlines. But it has set the franchise up for its first NBA Finals in 47 years in the league.
Shilo Sanders transfers to Colorado, reunites with father and brother
Defensive back Shilo Sanders will officially follow his father and brother to Colorado from Jackson State.
Feltner slowly recovering from fractured skull
Colorado Rockies right-hander Ryan Feltner is slowly recovering from a concussion and fractured skull.
Josef Newgarden wins 2023 Indy 500
In a fight until the finish, Newgarden caught up with the reigning champion Ericsson in the final lap, taking the lead and finishing in first.
2 more horses die at Churchill Downs, marking 12 deaths this month
The Kentucky Derby horses were euthanized after suffering serious injuries in races on Friday and Saturday.
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For the first time, more money is going into solar power than oil
Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy, but the world still must scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
Rare white bison born at Wyoming state park
According to the National Parks Service, a white buffalo calf is "the most sacred living thing on Earth" to some Native American tribes.
New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
Charleigh Chatterton gave birth to her daughter with no complications. Days later, her "chances of survival were slim" after she got a rash "as hot to touch as a boiled kettle," she said.
Russia issues arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Kremlin is upset with remarks the South Carolina senator made about Ukraine.
Latest Political Updates
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Liz Cheney delivers Colorado College commencement speech
Former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney blasted Republicans raising fears about college students voting and implored new graduates not to compromise truths in a commencement speech at her alma mater.
Debt ceiling deal's next steps — getting it through Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden will now have to sell their debt ceiling deal to lawmakers.
Russia issues arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Kremlin is upset with remarks the South Carolina senator made about Ukraine.
Turkey's President Erdogan wins runoff, set to remain in power until 2028
Turkey's Supreme Election Council chairman said Erdogan had received 52.14% of the votes.
Colorado congressional members weigh in as debt ceiling deadline looms
A deal on the nation's borrowing limit could be close, with just six days to go before the first default in U.S. history.
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Colorado delivery drivers suing Amazon, saying they had to pee in bottles
The lawsuit -- filed this week in Denver District Court -- alleges that drivers urinated in bottles and defecated in dog waste bags in their delivery vans to ensure that they did not face discipline for failing to stay on pace with their deliveries.
New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
Charleigh Chatterton gave birth to her daughter with no complications. Days later, her "chances of survival were slim" after she got a rash "as hot to touch as a boiled kettle," she said.
Denver students find harmful microplastics in 16 major waterways
Toxic microplastics from everyday items like water bottles and clothing have been discovered in several major Colorado waterways, and it is local high school and college students who have made the discovery.
Stroke rates among young adults "nearly doubled" in Northern Colorado in recent years
According to researchers and medical experts with UCHealth in northern Colorado, the number of young adults experiencing strokes in the region has nearly doubled in the last three to five years.
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
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Casa Bonita hype helps neighbor WestFax Brewing Company
While fans wait for the much-anticipated grand reopening of Casa Bonita, they can enjoy a delicious craft beer in its honor from a patio just a few feet away.
For the first time, more money is going into solar power than oil
Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy, but the world still must scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
Celebrating monumental mistakes at the Museum of Failure
From Ford's Edsel to bottled water with flavoring for pets, notorious corporate and marketing missteps are featured in a traveling exhibition, "The Museum of Failure," now on display in Brooklyn.
Casa Bonita website overloaded after restaurant announces waitlist
No, we still don't know when Casa Bonita will hold their grand reopening, but you can now jump on their waiting list.
Billboards unveiled, but Casa Bonita's reopening date still under wraps
Two billboards went up this week in Denver advertising Casa Bonita. They are located along Colfax Avenue close to Empower Field at Mile High.
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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.
State economy "growing but slowing" amid record number of new business filings
The latest report for the first quarter of 2023 shows that Colorado recorded 55,787 new entity filings, posting the largest quarter in the report's history