Douglas County celebrates new funding for mental health initiative
A Douglas County initiative focused on using collaboration to address mental health needs is getting an influx of cash.
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CDOT & local officials share plans for busy Douglas County road
After years of complaints from drivers and several recent traffic deaths, changes are coming to a busy road outside Castle Rock.
Nonprofit helps adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities get housing
Castle Rock-based Wellspring Community is now working with the county and other partners to transform an old hotel into permanent housing for people with I/DD.
State legislator proposes bill to expand Colorado commissioner boards
A Colorado lawmaker is proposing a bill that aims to expand the boards of commissioners in Colorado's 12 largest counties.
Douglas County Schools examining birth rates and school enrollment
Currently, the district is in a unique situation where some cities are seeing families age out of the school system, while other parts of the county are seeing a baby boom.
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Fines for speeding in Northglenn may soon cost drivers twice as much
Getting caught speeding in Northglenn may soon cost you double thanks to proposed ordinance.
Brighton water restrictions aim to reduce water usage by 20% this summer
Brighton City Council has unanimously approved new summer water use restrictions, with stricter fines for residents who don't comply.
Westminster Public Schools to pay teachers more than anywhere else in Colorado
Westminster Public Schools will soon pay teachers higher than anywhere else in Colorado.
COVID survivor paints portraits of health care workers
Adam, who is an artist and animator, began trying to capture the faces of the doctors and nurses, who work diligently to save his life as they risked their own.
Commerce City swears in new police chief following nationwide search
Following a nationwide search, Commerce City's Mayor swore in Darrel Cuadnola Monday afternoon as the city's new Chief of Police .
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Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas discusses SROs in schools after recent shootings
It's been almost a week since a student shot two administrators at East High School and on Tuesday another community meeting was held to discuss the ongoing youth violence.
Mother of fallen officer Celena Hollis stays optimistic despite health challenges
It's been nearly 11 years since Dorothy Hollis lost her daughter Celena Hollis in the line of duty, but it still feels like yesterday for her and the family.
Armed police officers to be back at Denver's East High School
Denver Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero said on Wednesday he wants armed police back at Denver High Schools, supporting the return of school resource officers after the shooting of two school administrators and the recent killing of an East High School student.
School leaders discuss safety plans after another shooting
Vernon Jones Jr. knows what it's like to work on the front lines at a Denver school. Jones Jr. is a former Manual High assistant principal and is known for working with students on safety plans.
Denver couple pleads for help, hopes to find their stolen trailer
A Denver couple is pleading for help finding their missing trailer after it was stolen near 50th and Tamarac in Northfield.
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Wheat Ridge restaurant once again overcomes setbacks to serve wings
King of Wings has faced several obstacles in the three years they have been open, but their owner says they are determined to stay open.
Arvada library set to reopen curbside services after closure for meth
Arvada's library will reopen its curbside services on Thursday after the library closed in January after testing found high levels of methamphetamine.
JeffCo commissioners vote to give away property to private orginzation
The organization is a precision-mounted drill team where kids can learn about horses and life.
Lakewood City Council approves new rules for short-term rentals
The City of Lakewood is one of the many Colorado communities where a debate about the future of short-term rentals has been taking place.
Questions arise as to how RTD light rail derailed as shuttles fill gaps
It was supposed to be the final stop Saturday morning, except it wasn't. The W line light rail train kept on going. The question is, why?
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Investigators shut down rat poison investigation
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office investigators announced they have closed out their investigation into allegations of rat poison being found in food at a Taco Bell.
Church partners with group to buy guns and convert them to garden tools
A gun-owner himself, Rev. Steve Poos-Benson said he jumped at the opportunity and hopes more churches do the same. "I think if you're looking for a way to respond to the gun violence in our community and our nation, this is the way to do it," he said.
School threats take toll not only on students and teachers but entire community
Some agencies are investigating it as potential swatting, a term for creating a false report that sends police to swarm over a location to search for a legitimate threat when there is none.
One library reopens as another closes for meth contamination
Arapahoe County Health says the public health risk at the Bemis Library is now extremely low. One Colorado Springs library, however, has now closed for the same reason.
Aurora keeps membership costs down as new rec center opens
Keeping your New Year's Resolutions usually comes with a price. The City of Aurora is giving people one more option to help you stick to those resolutions, without the high cost.
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Lights in sky seen towards Frisco explained by First Alert meteorologist
While there's no official answer, it's the professional opinion of CBS News Colorado First Alert Meteorologist, Callie Zanandrie, that this is a phenomenon called "light pillars."
Avalanche expert: keep an eye on each other
An avalanche expert urges us to all look out for each other in the backcountry.
2 teens killed in sledding accident at Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Two teenagers were killed on Sunday night in a sledding accident at Copper Mountain Ski Resort.
Spring breakers heading to Colorado's mountain towns are big boost for economy
If you were thinking of spending some time in the high country this week, you and hundreds of your new best friends had the same idea, from all over the country.
Mystery contamination turns Idaho Springs wastewater a light shade of pink
The City of Idaho Springs has a mystery contamination leaking into their wastewater that's turning the water a light shade of pink.
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Coming Up: Community Conversation about the Marshall Fire
On Thursday evening, watch a Community Conversation CBS News Colorado hosted about the Marshall Fire this month on our stream.
Small fire departments in foothills look to combine forces
Three fire departments in Colorado's foothills are looking at combining forces as the demand for services and fire threats grow, while volunteers are harder to find.
What happened to people in rental units after the Marshall Fire
As people who lost their homes in the Marshall Fire build back, there are others who have simply moved on. Many of them were renters at the time of the fire.
Estes Park will be new host of Frozen Dead Guy Days
In a new partnership, Estes Park and the Stanley Hotel will pair up to continue Frozen Dead Guys, which recently was declared dead in its longtime home in Nederland.
Nederland to lose its last police officer
The town of Nederland in Boulder County is looking at a future with no police department.
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Fort Collins police launch outreach program to assist unhoused residents
With a growing rate of unhoused individuals in Fort Collins, Fort Collins police have launched a new team within its agency to try and establish a better relationship with those experiencing homelessness.
Ag Secretary Vilsack comes away impressed with school lunches in Greeley
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the seventh person in the line of succession to the president and the second longest serving USDA secretary ever, visited Greeley Evans School District 6 this week.
Californians traveled to Colo. to burglarize Front Range construction sites
Six Californians have been charged with a wide range of crimes after police from across the Colorado front range said they targeted 39 construction sites, stealing more than $1.1 million in construction property.
Banner Health North Colorado Medical Center ICU staff receives lifesaving award
After three years of combating the COVID-19 pandemic on the front lines in northern Colorado, the ICU staff at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley has been recognized with the American Red Cross's Life Saving Organization Hero of the Year award.
USDA's undersecretary visits Northern Colorado to discuss needs with rural infrastructure
Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo hosted USDA's under secretary, Xochitl Torres Small, on Wednesday in Greeley to meet with elected officials and town planners from across Weld and Larimer counties in an effort to discuss infrastructure in rural communities.
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"Lowest of the lows": Thieves break into Aurora VFW
A local VFW post in Aurora is asking for the community's help to track down the thieves who broke into their building over the weekend.
Aurora police chief says we need to work together to stop youth crime
Chief Art Acevedo had a message for the community following a busy juvenile crime day in Aurora.
A1 Boxing benefits from Aurora Youth Violence Prevention funding
The gym received a $10,000 grant which allowed A1 to offer 30 scholarships to kids; giving them access to the gym for six months.
SNAP reduction causing surges at mobile food market
Most SNAP households are seeing at least a $95 reduction. This means hunger-focused nonprofits are seeing the demand for help firsthand.
One too many? Aurora PD will get you home safe this weekend
If you spot a vehicle that's half police cruiser, half taxi, the passengers inside are getting home safe. The Aurora Police Department is offering free rides after a night of drinking.
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Englewood man in custody for allegedly killing and dismembering family
During the course of the investigation, detectives determined the victims were both killed with an axe and one of them was dismembered with a saw.
Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas discusses SROs in schools after recent shootings
It's been almost a week since a student shot two administrators at East High School and on Tuesday another community meeting was held to discuss the ongoing youth violence.
New study finds Colorado teens have easy access to firearms
Following recent gun violence at a Denver high school, the community is coming together to try to keep students safe, even as a new study shows many Colorado teens have easy access to firearms.
Jim Benemann's family reminisce on unique career after 40 years on airwaves
Laughter and having a "normal dad" were part of growing up inside the Benemann household.
Lights in sky seen towards Frisco explained by First Alert meteorologist
While there's no official answer, it's the professional opinion of CBS News Colorado First Alert Meteorologist, Callie Zanandrie, that this is a phenomenon called "light pillars."
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Coors Field will debut new food, new checkout experience this season
Several new items are coming to the menu at Coors Field this year, and a concession stand will feature Amazon technology to cut down on wait times.
Jokic leads Nuggets past 76ers 116-111
Nikola Jokic posted his 29th triple-double of the season, as the Nuggets beat a shorthanded 76ers team.
MacKinnon propels Avalanche to 5-1 victory over Ducks
Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and an assist in his 700th NHL game, as the Avs notched a third straight win.
UNC's Andrew Alirez relishes national title for wrestling
Greeley's Andrew Alirez became the first Northern Colorado wrestler to win a National Title this season
DU gymnast has success transforming her mothers former routine
DU gymnast Jessica Hutchinson's recent flawless performance was more than a floor routine.
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Data: decline in crimes in Denver public high schools reported to police
Despite the recent tragic crimes at East High School, crimes reported to Denver Police are down significantly at the school in comparison to pre-pandemic years.
Leading critic of DPD officers in schools now calls for officers in schools
Denver school board member Tay Anderson, who led the movement to remove Denver police officers from Denver Public Schools in 2020, is now calling for reinstating DPD officers in schools.
East High shooting suspect was on probation for 'ghost gun' incident
CBS News Colorado has learned via multiple law enforcement sources that the suspect in the shooting of two East High School administrators was arrested in 2021 for possession of a so-called "ghost gun" and possessing an extended gun magazine.
Apartment residents raise alarms over rats, roaches, mice and mold
Residents of the Mosaic Apartments say management has not done enough to rid the complex of a myriad of issues.
Colorado prison inmates now ordering from Amazon, Walmart
The Colorado Department of Corrections says it's contributing to a safer prison environment to allow some inmates to be allowed to order items while incarcerated.
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Adnan Syed conviction reinstated by Maryland appellate court
Syed's case was chronicled in the hit podcast "Serial," which helped lead to his release.
Nashville school shooter legally bought 7 firearms from 5 stores, police chief says
The assailant had been receiving treatment for an "emotional disorder," Nashville's police chief said.
Senate chaplain: "Move beyond thoughts and prayers" after Nashville shooting
"Lord, when babies die at a church school, it is time for us to move beyond thoughts and prayers," Senate Chaplain Barry Black said.
Bodycam video shows officers converge on Nashville school shooter
Two sets of body camera footage show officers search the school before confronting the shooter.
Honda recalls over 330,000 vehicles due to faulty mirrors
Federal safety regulators say mirrors on the affected vehicles don't comply with rear visibility requirements.
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Denver area renters turn to roommates amid steep prices
A 22-year veteran of the real estate industry recounted her firsthand experience as rents continue to climb in Colorado.
State rolls out new SecureSavings program
In Colorado, nearly 940,000 workers do not have access to a retirement savings plan at work. That's more than 40% of our private-sector workforce.
SNAP reduction causing surges at mobile food market
Most SNAP households are seeing at least a $95 reduction. This means hunger-focused nonprofits are seeing the demand for help firsthand.
Smaller tax refund this year? You're not alone
Tax season is upon us, and experts are urging you to be aware of the possibility of a smaller refund. One spoke to CBS News Colorado about how to do the best you can with whatever refund you might get.
SNAP benefits changing for some families in Colorado
Come Wednesday, families will be receiving their SNAP benefits without the additional emergency allotments they've been getting for the last three years. Food Bank of the Rockies says statewide, that's about $53 million to $55 million less per month.
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Pharmacy 'resolves allegations' of unlawfully filling opioid prescriptions
A Lakewood pharmacy and its pharmacist owner, accused by federal investigators of illegally filling prescriptions with "exceptionally high opioid dosages and dangerous drug combinations" for more than six years and contributing to the opioid epidemic, recently avoided criminal prosecution.
Ag Secretary Vilsack comes away impressed with school lunches in Greeley
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the seventh person in the line of succession to the president and the second longest serving USDA secretary ever, visited Greeley Evans School District 6 this week.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
Banner Health North Colorado Medical Center ICU staff receives lifesaving award
After three years of combating the COVID-19 pandemic on the front lines in northern Colorado, the ICU staff at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley has been recognized with the American Red Cross's Life Saving Organization Hero of the Year award.
Apartment residents raise alarms over rats, roaches, mice and mold
Residents of the Mosaic Apartments say management has not done enough to rid the complex of a myriad of issues.
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Cold temperatures to start Tuesday with a gradual warmup
March hasn't been very snowy, but it has been cold. To date we have had 18 days with below normal temperatures and it's the fifth month in a row with temperatures running below normal.
Snow shifts onto the eastern plains on Monday as temperatures stay far below normal
After snow during the morning commute along the Front Range Monday morning, the focus for additional snow in the afternoon will be on Colorado's Eastern Plains.
Avalanche expert: keep an eye on each other
An avalanche expert urges us to all look out for each other in the backcountry.
Sunday sunshine to start the day with snow later tonight
Happy Sunday! Our Colorado day will see increasing clouds with less wind before another little blast of snow moves into the state late in the day.
A cooler weekend with a few bouts of snow
A chilly weekend is underway! After an overnight cold front Saturday will see cooler temperatures with a mix of clouds and sunshine over the Denver metro area.
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New details emerge on Englewood man arrested for killing and dismembering family members
A new set of details have emerged surrounding the Englewood man arrested for killing and dismembering family members.
City leaders, parents and students continue to address ongoing youth violence in schools
It's been almost a week since a student shot two administrators at East High School and on Tuesday another community meeting was held to discuss the ongoing youth violence.
Jim Benemann's family reminisce on career as he retires from KCNC-TV
The children of Jim Benemann sat down and glanced back at the wonderful career he has had and discusses what to expect from their father after 40 years.
Meteorologist explains "light pillars" seen in Northern Colorado
A meteorologist explains "light pillars" seen in Northern Colorado around the mountain towns.
Englewood man accused of killing and dismembering family
The Englewood Police Department says a man has been taken into custody after two of his family members were discovered dismembered inside an apartment.