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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.
Hundreds of artists and residents attend Denver Arts Festival
Hundreds of artists and residents of the Central Park community showed up for Sunday's 24th annual Denver Arts Festival.
Retired sailor honors fallen members with trumpet solo on Memorial Day
Mark Stallins spends two days walking from grave to grave playing taps for every fallen soldier, sailor, marine or airman
CSP investigates fatal hit-and-run crash in JeffCo
Colorado State Patrol responded to a fatal hit-and-run crash near Wadsworth Boulevard and West Coal Mine Avenue in Jefferson County.
CDOT initiates shuttle service during long-term repair of damaged highway
Facing a temporary repair which normally requires four months to install, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) began shuttling commuters last week around a washed-out section of mountain highway.
Memorial Day weekend weather forecast
Today the warm weather will continue with daytime highs in the mid 70s.
Robot waiter serves up Korean chicken and smiles in Aurora
"Woodstock" is a robot that helps workers at bb.q Chicken in Aurora delivers orders to tables.
Self-proclaimed white supremacist held on weapons charges in rural Colorado
Chad Edward Keith, 41, has been charged with possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. If convicted, he could face a fine and up to 10 years in prison.
Man leaps into river to avoid arrest, leading to 6-hour standoff with SWAT
A man in Fort Collins avoided arrest for more than six hours after trapping himself in the middle of the Poudre River, according to Fort Collins Police Services. Michael Cortez, 31, was eventually arrested Thursday night with the assistance of a K9.
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DU women's lacrosse falls to top-ranked Northwestern in Final 4
The best season in DU women's lacrosse history came to an end Friday after a loss to top-ranked Northwestern in the Final 4.
New Russell Wilson: trimmer body and lower public profile
There's a lot less of Russell Wilson this offseason. No more hype videos bombarding social media, no more chronicles of every globetrotting trip, no more merchandise pitches or cringey catchphrases. And apparently, fewer gourmet meals, too.
Jaguars scoop up McManus less than 48 hours after release from Broncos
Less than 48 hours after the Denver Broncos decided to release the veteran kicker, Brandon McManus signed with the Jaguars.
Fans have stayed with the Nuggets through the years
Fans have stayed with the team from games in the old Denver Auditorium Arena and Coliseum to McNichols Arena and the Pepsi Center, now called Ball Arena.
Teen baseball player dies after dugout collapses on him in Pennsylvania
Central Penn College baseball player Angel Mercado, 19, died after a dugout collapsed on him while he was volunteering for a youth baseball league in Harrisburg.
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US Air Force pays $9M for water treatment facility in Fountain due to PFAS
After the United States Air Force paid $9M for a water treatment plant in Fountain due to PFAS, CBS News Colorado investigator Kati Weis got an exclusive look inside the facility.
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.
Afternoon t-storms possible for Memorial Day
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13-year-old Ukrainian refugee shows off unique talent through music
A 13-year-old Ukrainian refugee, who doesn't speak any English, shows off unique talent to classmates by playing the piano.
Hundreds of artists and residents from Central Park attend Denver Arts Festival
Hundreds of artists and residents of the Central Park community showed up for Sunday's 24th annual Denver Arts Festival.
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Liz Cheney to give Colorado College graduation speech as GOP campaign speculation persists
Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney will give a graduation speech at her alma mater, an elite Colorado liberal arts college, amid questions about her political future and insistence that Donald Trump never become president again.
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.
911 call details alleged assault involving Boebert's son and husband
New audio details a 911 call made by U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert's son in December 2022, where he reported his father Jayson allegedly assaulting him by "throwing" him around the house.
DeSantis raises $8.2 million in first 24 hours after campaign launch
The sum includes online donations and money raised by DeSantis fundraisers gathered in Miami.
Supreme Court rules against EPA in dispute over regulating wetlands
The Supreme Court ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency in a dispute over its authority to regulate certain wetlands under the Clean Water Act.
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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.
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.
FDA approves first gene therapy for rare skin disease, but cost is outrageous
The bandages can't hide the terrible pain, but now there is hope for 15-year-old, Rafi Kopelan, of Longmont.
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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.
Hundreds of students across 6 Denver metro districts deemed a threat this year
From Boulder to Jefferson County to Arapahoe County and in between, data released to The Investigators shows there were hundreds of threatening students in classrooms across six different public school districts in the metro area this year.
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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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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.
Overnight hail storm hits parts of Colorado's Front Range, causes damage
A severe storm hit parts of Colorado's Front Range overnight, causing damage from large hail.
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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.
Hundreds of artists and residents attend Denver Arts Festival
Hundreds of artists and residents of the Central Park community showed up for Sunday's 24th annual Denver Arts Festival.
Retired sailor honors fallen members with trumpet solo on Memorial Day
Mark Stallins spends two days walking from grave to grave playing taps for every fallen soldier, sailor, marine or airman
CSP investigates fatal hit-and-run crash in JeffCo
Colorado State Patrol responded to a fatal hit-and-run crash near Wadsworth Boulevard and West Coal Mine Avenue in Jefferson County.
CDOT initiates shuttle service during long-term repair of damaged highway
Facing a temporary repair which normally requires four months to install, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) began shuttling commuters last week around a washed-out section of mountain highway.
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US Air Force pays $9M for water treatment facility in Fountain due to PFAS
After the United States Air Force paid $9M for a water treatment plant in Fountain due to PFAS, CBS News Colorado investigator Kati Weis got an exclusive look inside the facility.
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.
Afternoon t-storms possible for Memorial Day
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
13-year-old Ukrainian refugee shows off unique talent through music
A 13-year-old Ukrainian refugee, who doesn't speak any English, shows off unique talent to classmates by playing the piano.
Hundreds of artists and residents from Central Park attend Denver Arts Festival
Hundreds of artists and residents of the Central Park community showed up for Sunday's 24th annual Denver Arts Festival.
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DU women's lacrosse falls to top-ranked Northwestern in Final 4
The best season in DU women's lacrosse history came to an end Friday after a loss to top-ranked Northwestern in the Final 4.
New Russell Wilson: trimmer body and lower public profile
There's a lot less of Russell Wilson this offseason. No more hype videos bombarding social media, no more chronicles of every globetrotting trip, no more merchandise pitches or cringey catchphrases. And apparently, fewer gourmet meals, too.
Jaguars scoop up McManus less than 48 hours after release from Broncos
Less than 48 hours after the Denver Broncos decided to release the veteran kicker, Brandon McManus signed with the Jaguars.
Fans have stayed with the Nuggets through the years
Fans have stayed with the team from games in the old Denver Auditorium Arena and Coliseum to McNichols Arena and the Pepsi Center, now called Ball Arena.
Teen baseball player dies after dugout collapses on him in Pennsylvania
Central Penn College baseball player Angel Mercado, 19, died after a dugout collapsed on him while he was volunteering for a youth baseball league in Harrisburg.
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Shooting at New Mexico's Red River motorcycle rally kills 3, wounds 5
Three people were killed and five were wounded in a shooting at an annual motorcycle rally in a New Mexico town late Saturday afternoon.
Henry Kissinger, former U.S. diplomat, turns 100
Kissinger has been at the forefront of U.S. diplomacy for longer than most Americans have been alive.
Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Tina Turner's husband donated a kidney to her
Turner had hypertension, which affected her kidneys and required a lifesaving donation from her husband, Erwin Bach.
College majors have a big impact on income. Here's what to know.
Some college students opt for majors that may not pay off down the line. Your alma mater can also make a big difference.
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Liz Cheney to give Colorado College graduation speech as GOP campaign speculation persists
Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney will give a graduation speech at her alma mater, an elite Colorado liberal arts college, amid questions about her political future and insistence that Donald Trump never become president again.
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.
911 call details alleged assault involving Boebert's son and husband
New audio details a 911 call made by U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert's son in December 2022, where he reported his father Jayson allegedly assaulting him by "throwing" him around the house.
DeSantis raises $8.2 million in first 24 hours after campaign launch
The sum includes online donations and money raised by DeSantis fundraisers gathered in Miami.
Supreme Court rules against EPA in dispute over regulating wetlands
The Supreme Court ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency in a dispute over its authority to regulate certain wetlands under the Clean Water Act.
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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.
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.
FDA approves first gene therapy for rare skin disease, but cost is outrageous
The bandages can't hide the terrible pain, but now there is hope for 15-year-old, Rafi Kopelan, of Longmont.
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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.
College majors have a big impact on income. Here's what to know.
Some college students opt for majors that may not pay off down the line. Your alma mater can also make a big difference.
Inflation is falling, but not your electricity bill. Here's why.
Forecasters expect residential power costs to continue rising this summer even as other energy prices drop.
Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
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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