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California men sentenced to prison for string of robberies in Colorado
Two men from California have been sentenced to 30 years in prison for a string of robberies across the Front Range in 2023.
Watch the "Voters Decide: GOP Colorado Governor Primary Debate"
CBS Colorado hosted two of the three candidates running for governor in a debate as the Colorado primary draws near.
Two people escape, one killed in Jefferson County house fire
Two firefighters in the Denver metro area were injured in a house fire early Saturday morning that left one resident dead.
Colorado team uses sonar, underwater drone to recover drowning victims and evidence
A Colorado water recovery team is preparing for what they worry could be a busy summer season.
AI chatbot bill signed into law restricting interactions with children
Colorado now has its first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with kids.
Family of man shot, killed by Aurora officer hopeful after DA referral
The family of a man shot and killed by an Aurora police officer says they're still looking for justice nearly a year later.
Building demolition begins at Colorado's former Bandimere Speedway
Since the end of its final racing season, Colorado's historic Bandimere Speedway has been slowly dismantling as it prepares to open a new racetrack in Hudson. Now, demolition has begun on one of its most iconic buildings.
Take an inside look at the lunar terrain vehicle being developed in Colorado
A Colorado-based space technology company has secured a major NASA contract that could play a key role in future missions to the moon.
Sports nonprofit expands one year after facing possible closure
A year after Athletics & Beyond faced possible closure because of financial struggles, the nonprofit is now preparing for a major expansion. Last year, CBS Colorado reported the organization needed to raise $100,000 to offset funding losses.
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Colorado Forecast: Mid-90s This Weekend, Near-Record Heat And Fire Weather Concerns Ahead
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
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AI chatbot bill signed into law restricting interactions with children
Colorado now has its first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with kids.
Watch the "Voters Decide: GOP Colorado Governor Primary Debate"
CBS Colorado hosted two of the three candidates running for governor in a debate as the Colorado primary draws near.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Tamale Act signed into law
Colorado residents can now legally prepare and sell a wider range of homemade foods under a new law signed by Gov. Jared Polis.
Family says Magnus' Law will help others "get to the truth faster"
Gov. Jared Polis signed legislation inspired by the family of cyclist Magnus White that requires law enforcement officers to offer a voluntary breath test to drivers involved in crashes with serious injuries or fatalities.
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Marine Evidence Recovery Team shows how it uses sonar and underwater drones
On Chatfield Reservoir, Colorado Parks and Wildlife's team demonstrated for CBS Colorado how they do their training for recoveries of drowning victims or for finding evidence underwater.
Denver Police Department swears in 46 new officers
A special ceremony was held on Friday for the graduates of Denver's police academy.
Colorado Forecast: Mid-90s This Weekend, Near-Record Heat And Fire Weather Concerns Ahead
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Coloradans who pushed for Tamale Act say law creates economic opportunities for many
Under the new law, residents in Colorado can now prepare and sell a wider range of homemade foods from their kitchens.
AI chatbot bill signed into Colorado law restricting interactions with children
Colorado now has its first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with kids. The bill was signed into law just over 2 ½ years after a Thornton mom lost her daughter to suicide.
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Gunnison Tunnel brought water to the Uncompahgre Valley, and brought farming to life
The Gunnison Tunnel is a feat of engineering that to this day provides water for Colorado's vast Uncompahgre Valley.
Denver International Airport shows off artwork from students
The work of some students from Denver Public Schools is now on display at the Denver International Airport.
Mission of Buckley Space Force Base in Colorado continues to evolve
Long before satellite tracking and missile warning systems, Buckley was a training ground for U.S. forces preparing for World War II.
Watkins stained glass has window on Colorado history
The Watkins family of stained glass artists arrived in Colorado in the 1860s, where five generations of artisans have created beautiful stained glass windows for buildings across the state.
New mural celebrates history of Castle Rock
A new mural in downtown Castle Rock celebrates the history of the growing town.
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In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Colorado confirms first human case of West Nile virus this year
The first human case of West Nile virus in Colorado this year has been reported in Jefferson County.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
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Man freed by Polis vows to prove he deserves second chance
Brandin Kreuzer, the man whose 50-year prison sentence for shooting a sheriff's deputy was commuted by Colorado's governor, says he is ashamed of the violence he committed as a 19-year-old.
Construction halted on massive Glendale entertainment hub
Construction on a much-anticipated 10-acre entertainment district in Glendale has come to a halt, with the developer and the city accusing each other of being responsible for the project going off the rails.
Aurora fire lieutenant's demotion stands after road incident targeting police officer
An Aurora fire lieutenant will remain demoted after he and a fellow firefighter ran an Aurora police sergeant off the road with a fire truck last year.
Secret report alleges DPD commander created "bullying, abusive work environment"
A confidential investigative report commissioned by the City of Denver alleges a high-ranking Denver police division chief was "severely abusive."
Denver, Denver Post parent company reach tentative deal to end lease dispute
The City of Denver and the parent company of the Denver Post have reached a tentative agreement to resolve a major lease dispute over the iconic downtown building that bears the newspaper's name, CBS News Colorado has learned.
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Farming in Colorado's vast Uncompahgre Valley
Farmers across Colorado are caught in the midst of a lot of challenges in 2026, including in the vast Uncompahgre Valley on the Western Slope.
Air Force Academy Graduation
In his commencement speech at the U.S. Air Force Academy on May 28, 2026, Vice President JD Vance said he was confident in the class of 2026.
California men sentenced to prison for string of robberies in Colorado
Two men from California have been sentenced to 30 years in prison for a string of robberies across the Front Range in 2023.
Watch the "Voters Decide: GOP Colorado Governor Primary Debate"
CBS Colorado hosted two of the three candidates running for governor in a debate as the Colorado primary draws near.
Two people escape, one killed in Jefferson County house fire
Two firefighters in the Denver metro area were injured in a house fire early Saturday morning that left one resident dead.
Colorado team uses sonar, underwater drone to recover drowning victims and evidence
A Colorado water recovery team is preparing for what they worry could be a busy summer season.
AI chatbot bill signed into law restricting interactions with children
Colorado now has its first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with kids.
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Marine Evidence Recovery Team shows how it uses sonar and underwater drones
On Chatfield Reservoir, Colorado Parks and Wildlife's team demonstrated for CBS Colorado how they do their training for recoveries of drowning victims or for finding evidence underwater.
Denver Police Department swears in 46 new officers
A special ceremony was held on Friday for the graduates of Denver's police academy.
Colorado Forecast: Mid-90s This Weekend, Near-Record Heat And Fire Weather Concerns Ahead
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Coloradans who pushed for Tamale Act say law creates economic opportunities for many
Under the new law, residents in Colorado can now prepare and sell a wider range of homemade foods from their kitchens.
AI chatbot bill signed into Colorado law restricting interactions with children
Colorado now has its first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with kids. The bill was signed into law just over 2 ½ years after a Thornton mom lost her daughter to suicide.
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Building demolition begins at Colorado's former Bandimere Speedway
Since the end of its final racing season, Colorado's historic Bandimere Speedway has been slowly dismantling as it prepares to open a new racetrack in Hudson. Now, demolition has begun on one of its most iconic buildings.
Ned Jarrett, NASCAR Hall of Famer and CBS announcer, dies at 93
Ned Jarrett was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011 after 50 career wins on the sport's top circuit.
Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper arrested, accused of domestic violence
Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper has been arrested and accused of domestic violence.
Russell Wilson announces retirement from the NFL, will join CBS Sports
Russell Wilson announced in a video on social media that he's retiring from the NFL after 14 seasons.
Voter approval would allow for rail stop at new Broncos stadium
With voter support, a passenger rail stop at Burnham Yard could become part of the future Denver Broncos stadium development.
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In France, Hegseth invokes immigration and "invasion" in D-Day remarks
Hegseth's speech echoed broader Trump administration rhetoric over border security and migration in Europe.
Ned Jarrett, NASCAR Hall of Famer and CBS announcer, dies at 93
Ned Jarrett was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011 after 50 career wins on the sport's top circuit.
Anthony Head, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Ted Lasso" star, dies at 72
Anthony Head played librarian and mentor Rupert Giles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and recently appeared in "Ted Lasso."
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
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AI chatbot bill signed into law restricting interactions with children
Colorado now has its first law restricting how AI chatbots can interact with kids.
Watch the "Voters Decide: GOP Colorado Governor Primary Debate"
CBS Colorado hosted two of the three candidates running for governor in a debate as the Colorado primary draws near.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Tamale Act signed into law
Colorado residents can now legally prepare and sell a wider range of homemade foods under a new law signed by Gov. Jared Polis.
Family says Magnus' Law will help others "get to the truth faster"
Gov. Jared Polis signed legislation inspired by the family of cyclist Magnus White that requires law enforcement officers to offer a voluntary breath test to drivers involved in crashes with serious injuries or fatalities.
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In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Colorado confirms first human case of West Nile virus this year
The first human case of West Nile virus in Colorado this year has been reported in Jefferson County.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
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Take an inside look at the lunar terrain vehicle being developed in Colorado
A Colorado-based space technology company has secured a major NASA contract that could play a key role in future missions to the moon.
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Wildfire protection company relocates HQ to Colorado
Wildfires are top of mind for many Colorado communities and homeowners. While residents are considering mitigation efforts, a wildfire protection company, called CitroTech, has now relocated its headquarters to Greenwood Village.
Ballpark general improvement district collects 22,000 pounds of trash in 1 year
Denver's Ballpark Neighborhood, from Coors Field down to Welton Street, launched its own general improvement district a year ago.
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Man freed by Polis vows to prove he deserves second chance
Brandin Kreuzer, the man whose 50-year prison sentence for shooting a sheriff's deputy was commuted by Colorado's governor, says he is ashamed of the violence he committed as a 19-year-old.
Construction halted on massive Glendale entertainment hub
Construction on a much-anticipated 10-acre entertainment district in Glendale has come to a halt, with the developer and the city accusing each other of being responsible for the project going off the rails.
Aurora fire lieutenant's demotion stands after road incident targeting police officer
An Aurora fire lieutenant will remain demoted after he and a fellow firefighter ran an Aurora police sergeant off the road with a fire truck last year.
Secret report alleges DPD commander created "bullying, abusive work environment"
A confidential investigative report commissioned by the City of Denver alleges a high-ranking Denver police division chief was "severely abusive."
Denver, Denver Post parent company reach tentative deal to end lease dispute
The City of Denver and the parent company of the Denver Post have reached a tentative agreement to resolve a major lease dispute over the iconic downtown building that bears the newspaper's name, CBS News Colorado has learned.