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Amidst fear and concern, small crowd of Arvada residents celebrate first night of Hanukkah
Two months since the attack in Israel that initiated the start of the war abroad, Jewish residents back in the Denver area felt a different kind of weight while they celebrated the first night of Hanukkah.
Retired Pueblo police chief honors those who serve with hand-carved canes
Ruben Archuleta walks into a bedroom of his Pueblo home which he calls his "Medal of Honor" room. No, Archuleta is not a Medal of Honor recipient himself, though he did serve in the U.S. Navy. Rather, this room is full of memorabilia he has collected from Congressional Medal of Honor recipients he has met over the years.
Jurors in murder case call trial "Miscarriage of justice... laughable"
Six jurors in the murder trial of the man charged but acquitted of killing Andrew Graham in Centennial in 2009, are going public with their concerns about the case.
Jurors find Sonny Almanza guilty in deadly shooting of Arvada police officer
After one day of deliberations, jurors found Sonny Almanza, 32, guilty of first-degree murder in the deadly shooting of an Arvada police officer last year.
Meals on Wheels volunteers provide more than food, also community connection
Volunteers of America Colorado serves more than 100,000 people a year, thanks to the dedication of people like Kevin MacCary.
Snowy forecast for this winter? Ullr Fest might help, El Nino might really help.
From the excited (and sometimes intoxicated) cheers from the Ullr Fest attendees in Breckenridge, you'll hear a lot of the same thing; "Bring on the snow." But what kind of snow year can we expect this season?
Elizabeth Schools administrators let go, facing charges of failure to report child abuse
The teacher at the center of the allegations of "inappropriate physical contact" has not been charged yet.
Lakeside puts town clerk on leave during car investigation
The Town of Lakeside has placed Brenda Hamilton, the town clerk who is also the mayor's daughter, on paid administrative leave.
Bighorn sheep gets stuck on top of house in Boulder County
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Northeast Region tweeted that a bighorn sheep was caught stuck on top of a house in Boulder County on Tuesday.
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A Cold Blast And Snow Hit Colorado On Friday
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Coach Prime lands nation's top lineman for CU Boulder
On Thursday morning, Offensive lineman Jordan Seaton gave Deion Sanders his biggest commitment in this year's recruiting cycle.
Colorado AG files suit with other states against NCAA
Colorado AG Phil Weiser is among a group of state attorney generals across the country who are filing a lawsuit against the NCAA for their one-year waiting period rule that gets applied to some college athletes who enter the transfer portal.
Rams have a 9-0 record for second time in 3 seasons
The Colorado State Rams men's basketball team is 9-0 for the second time in three seasons. On Wednesday night the No. 13 ranked Rams rallied for a 90-80 win over the Denver Pioneers in Fort Collins.
Ex-Jaguars employee accused of stealing $22 million to fund lavish lifestyle
Amit Patel is accused of using the money to buy a Tesla Model 3 sedan, a Nissan pickup truck, a condo in Ponte Vedra Beach and a $95,000 watch.
Denver Broncos playoff chances listed at 12%
SportsLine currently lists the Denver Broncos as having a 12% chance of making the postseason.
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Retired Pueblo police chief honors those who serve with hand-carved canes
Ruben Archuleta walks into a bedroom of his Pueblo home which he calls his "Medal of Honor" room. No, Archuleta is not a Medal of Honor recipient himself, though he did serve in the U.S. Navy. Rather, this room is full of memorabilia he has collected from Congressional Medal of Honor recipients he has met over the years.
3 staff members suspended after Elizabeth Middle School investigation complete
The teacher at the center of the allegations of "inappropriate physical contact" has not been charged yet.
Jurors find Sonny Almanza guilty in deadly shooting of Arvada Police Officer Dillon Vakoff
After one day of deliberations, jurors found Sonny Almanza, 32, guilty of first-degree murder in the deadly shooting of an Arvada police officer last year. Arvada Police Officer Dillon Vakoff was shot and killed in September 2022, while responding to a domestic situation at a home near 51st and Marshall.
A Cold Blast And Snow Hit Colorado On Friday
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Meals on Wheels volunteers provide more than just food, also community connection in Colorado
Volunteers of America Colorado serves more than 100,000 people a year, thanks to the dedication of people like Kevin MacCary.
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Family says criminal justice system is best option for daughter struggling with mental health
Olivia Schack is being held at the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo. She's getting needed treatment and supervision. But soon there may no longer be a court order that's holding her there.
Wildfire smoke reversing air quality improvements, researchers say
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Jeffco Schools partnership with Children's Hospital: keep student athletes in the game
Athletic trainers from Children's Hospital evaluate injuries, and then decide if any further medical care is needed.
Pediatric Primary + Urgent Care opens in Aurora to help kids
Pediatrix Primary + Urgent Care of Colorado celebrated its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday morning.
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House panel opening investigation into universities after antisemitism hearing
Democrats are also criticizing administrators' responses, which they view as weak.
Despite mass shootings, Senate Democrats face uphill fight for gun control
Democrats in the Senate have made several attempts over the past month to inject some urgency into the gun control fight.
Texas judge allows abortion for woman whose fetus has fatal disorder
Texas has one of the strictest abortion bans in the country, and 20 women have previously sued to allow exceptions in the case of extreme pregnancy complications.
The House has censured Rep. Jamaal Bowman. What does a censure mean?
Two House Democrats have faced censure votes this fall.
Russian hackers accused of targeting U.S. intel community
The Justice Department accused Russia-based hackers of targeting U.S. intelligence officials as part of an international spear phishing campaign.
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Jurors in murder case call trial "Miscarriage of justice... laughable"
Six jurors in the murder trial of the man charged but acquitted of killing Andrew Graham in Centennial in 2009, are going public with their concerns about the case.
Lakeside puts town clerk on leave during car investigation
The Town of Lakeside has placed Brenda Hamilton, the town clerk who is also the mayor's daughter, on paid administrative leave.
State lawmaker: HOA charges "excessive" after CBS News Colorado investigation
A new law intended to protect HOA residents in Colorado may need some revisions or clarifications according to the sponsor after a CBS News Colorado investigation revealed one management company charging high fees to send certified letters to HOA residents.
Structural scare at Denver branch library cost $200,000 in consultant fees
A Denver branch library reopened on Nov. 13 after being closed for nearly two years due to a structural scare that led the city to spend $200,000 on consultants. Ultimately, only modest repairs will be needed and those won't be scheduled until 2024, according to Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure.
Refunds on horizon for solar customers facing utility delays
In a state known for its sunshine, Colorado homeowners have been struggling to go solar this year.
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Amidst fear and concern, small crowd of Arvada residents celebrate first night of Hanukkah
Two months since the attack in Israel that initiated the start of the war abroad, Jewish residents back in the Denver area felt a different kind of weight while they celebrated the first night of Hanukkah.
Retired Pueblo police chief honors those who serve with hand-carved canes
Ruben Archuleta walks into a bedroom of his Pueblo home which he calls his "Medal of Honor" room. No, Archuleta is not a Medal of Honor recipient himself, though he did serve in the U.S. Navy. Rather, this room is full of memorabilia he has collected from Congressional Medal of Honor recipients he has met over the years.
Jurors in murder case call trial "Miscarriage of justice... laughable"
Six jurors in the murder trial of the man charged but acquitted of killing Andrew Graham in Centennial in 2009, are going public with their concerns about the case.
Jurors find Sonny Almanza guilty in deadly shooting of Arvada police officer
After one day of deliberations, jurors found Sonny Almanza, 32, guilty of first-degree murder in the deadly shooting of an Arvada police officer last year.
Meals on Wheels volunteers provide more than food, also community connection
Volunteers of America Colorado serves more than 100,000 people a year, thanks to the dedication of people like Kevin MacCary.
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Retired Pueblo police chief honors those who serve with hand-carved canes
Ruben Archuleta walks into a bedroom of his Pueblo home which he calls his "Medal of Honor" room. No, Archuleta is not a Medal of Honor recipient himself, though he did serve in the U.S. Navy. Rather, this room is full of memorabilia he has collected from Congressional Medal of Honor recipients he has met over the years.
3 staff members suspended after Elizabeth Middle School investigation complete
The teacher at the center of the allegations of "inappropriate physical contact" has not been charged yet.
Jurors find Sonny Almanza guilty in deadly shooting of Arvada Police Officer Dillon Vakoff
After one day of deliberations, jurors found Sonny Almanza, 32, guilty of first-degree murder in the deadly shooting of an Arvada police officer last year. Arvada Police Officer Dillon Vakoff was shot and killed in September 2022, while responding to a domestic situation at a home near 51st and Marshall.
A Cold Blast And Snow Hit Colorado On Friday
Watch Lauren Whitney's forecast
Meals on Wheels volunteers provide more than just food, also community connection in Colorado
Volunteers of America Colorado serves more than 100,000 people a year, thanks to the dedication of people like Kevin MacCary.
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Coach Prime lands nation's top lineman for CU Boulder
On Thursday morning, Offensive lineman Jordan Seaton gave Deion Sanders his biggest commitment in this year's recruiting cycle.
Colorado AG files suit with other states against NCAA
Colorado AG Phil Weiser is among a group of state attorney generals across the country who are filing a lawsuit against the NCAA for their one-year waiting period rule that gets applied to some college athletes who enter the transfer portal.
Rams have a 9-0 record for second time in 3 seasons
The Colorado State Rams men's basketball team is 9-0 for the second time in three seasons. On Wednesday night the No. 13 ranked Rams rallied for a 90-80 win over the Denver Pioneers in Fort Collins.
Ex-Jaguars employee accused of stealing $22 million to fund lavish lifestyle
Amit Patel is accused of using the money to buy a Tesla Model 3 sedan, a Nissan pickup truck, a condo in Ponte Vedra Beach and a $95,000 watch.
Denver Broncos playoff chances listed at 12%
SportsLine currently lists the Denver Broncos as having a 12% chance of making the postseason.
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Pearl Harbor survivors return to attack site 82 years later
Survivors returned to Pearl Harbor Thursday on the anniversary of the attack to remember the more than 2,300 servicemen killed on Dec. 7, 1941.
The UNLV shooting victims have been identified. Here's what we know.
On Thursday, the Clark County medical examiner identified two of the victims as Cha Jan Chang, 64, a professor at the university, and Patricia Navarro Velez, 39, an assistant professor.
Coast Guard seized 9 tons of cocaine from ships last month, officials say
The seizures ranged from 44 pounds of cocaine to over 5,500 pounds taken from a "narco sub" on Nov. 20, the Coast Guard said on Wednesday.
House panel opening investigation into universities after antisemitism hearing
Democrats are also criticizing administrators' responses, which they view as weak.
Despite mass shootings, Senate Democrats face uphill fight for gun control
Democrats in the Senate have made several attempts over the past month to inject some urgency into the gun control fight.
Latest Political Updates
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House panel opening investigation into universities after antisemitism hearing
Democrats are also criticizing administrators' responses, which they view as weak.
Despite mass shootings, Senate Democrats face uphill fight for gun control
Democrats in the Senate have made several attempts over the past month to inject some urgency into the gun control fight.
Texas judge allows abortion for woman whose fetus has fatal disorder
Texas has one of the strictest abortion bans in the country, and 20 women have previously sued to allow exceptions in the case of extreme pregnancy complications.
The House has censured Rep. Jamaal Bowman. What does a censure mean?
Two House Democrats have faced censure votes this fall.
Russian hackers accused of targeting U.S. intel community
The Justice Department accused Russia-based hackers of targeting U.S. intelligence officials as part of an international spear phishing campaign.
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Family says criminal justice system is best option for daughter struggling with mental health
Olivia Schack is being held at the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo. She's getting needed treatment and supervision. But soon there may no longer be a court order that's holding her there.
Wildfire smoke reversing air quality improvements, researchers say
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
Jeffco Schools partnership with Children's Hospital: keep student athletes in the game
Athletic trainers from Children's Hospital evaluate injuries, and then decide if any further medical care is needed.
Pediatric Primary + Urgent Care opens in Aurora to help kids
Pediatrix Primary + Urgent Care of Colorado celebrated its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday morning.
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New Buc-ee's opening in Johnstown in 2024 to hold hiring event next month
Job seekers in Northern Colorado who are interested in working at the Buc-ee's that will be opening sometime soon along Interstate 25 can attend a hiring event next month.
McDonald's is opening a new chain called CosMc's. Here's what to know.
CosMc's is "what would happen if a McDonald's character from the 1980s that was part alien, part surfer, part robot" opened a restaurant, its CEO said.
Senators probe private equity hospital deals following CBS News investigation
The top Democrat and Republican on a powerful Senate committee launched a wide-ranging investigation into private equity's impact on the U.S. health care system.
Facebook, Instagram are steering predators to kids, suit claims
The state's suit cited multiple recent criminal cases in New Mexico, including one perpetrator accused of recruiting more than 100 minor victims through Facebook.
McDonald's plans to add about 10,000 new stores worldwide by 2027
The company announced it will work with Google Cloud on automation innovation to lead to "hotter, fresher food."
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New 529 plans make tax-free college saving easier than ever
Saving for college is something you can never start thinking about too early. And now, with new rules for 529 Plans, it's even easier.
Families size down as Christmas tree prices rise
As wallets recover from Thanksgiving groceries, another holiday staple is set to break budgets. The price of Christmas trees is up, and Colorado families are prepared to downsize their traditions.
Cash assistance by Women's Foundation of Colorado part of growing movement
Working to address the disparity between wages and the costs many families are facing.
Seasonal hiring reportedly down as holiday shopping rush begins
As the holiday shopping rush begins, so typically does the hustle for seasonal work. However this year, it may be tough to make a few extra bucks.
Attorney general's office provides $3M to food access and diaper programs to meet significant need
Making ends meet this holiday season $3 million in funding will go to local food banks, pantries, organizations, and diaper programs that Coloradans rely on for basic needs.