Celebrate Black History Month With Events Happening In Colorado
February is Black History Month and there are many events with organizations and museums, as well as lectures and classes, happening across Colorado to celebrate.
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February is Black History Month and there are many events with organizations and museums, as well as lectures and classes, happening across Colorado to celebrate.
Several elementary schools in Denver Public Schools have started educating young students on the history of racism and are encouraging them to use their voices to be inclusive to all.
Obi Ezeadi is first-generation American with Nigerian roots. Born in Nebraska, and raised in New Jersey, he's lived in Colorado since 2016. In November, Ezeadi won his campaign to serve as a city councilor, becoming only the second black person to ever hold the seat in the city of Westminster.
Barney Ford, a Black leader in Colorado, is remembered for his remarkable life and the impact he had in state business and politics.
A Jamaican-born man came to America for the pursuit of happiness, opportunities and to try his hand in the land of gold. He never thought those things would come from a backyard game.
The Wright Cystic Fibrosis Screening Tool © is now approved by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, being shared with care teams and the general public on social media.
The National Western Stock show honored the life of Martin Luther King Jr. Monday night by hosting the MLK Junior African American Heritage rodeo.
The Boulder Branch of the NAACP and the Dairy Arts Center are presenting the Withers Collection Gallery, an exhibition of over 100 historical photographs of the Civil Rights Movement through Feb. 27.
Just inside the foyer of the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, a new museum display is illuminating Black brotherhood and sisterhood.
There's a growing effort to save a ghost town in Weld County that, at one time, was the most well-known African American settlement in the country.
One Denver businesswoman quickly realized there are many barriers preventing Black and brown people from cashing in on legal marijuana. For one, economic disparity means entrepreneurs of color can't afford the licensing and certification required to open a marijuana business.
People from all over the world vacation in the Rocky Mountains, but resorts aren't seeing much diversity of the slopes.
As CBS4 celebrates Black History Month, CBS4 Political Specialist Shaun Boyd talked to a state representative who is making history. Rep. Leslie Herod took the state Legislature by storm when was she was elected four years ago.
There's a saying, "Making a way out of no way" and the women of the Sisterhood of Philanthropists Impacting Needs are carrying on that rich tradition through the most difficult of times today.
While a summer of unrest magnified the need to march and rally for social justice, it is only the lasted evolution in a long history for the Black community.
As COVID tests communities of color, the Center for African American Health has become an even more beloved resource.
The Drop 104.7 FM is Denver's newest Hip-Hop and R&B station that's making a mark on the airwaves. The station is commercial free and engages with the audience by taking their song requests over the phone or by social media.
The Museum for Black Girls features interactive art aimed at celebrating the uniqueness and beauty of Black women.
Some of the Black journalists at CBS4 shared their thoughts about covering recent incidents of racism, as well as their own personal experiences with discrimination.
A respected Colorado physician is asking people to choose compassion over prejudice.
Quiet but confident, Thierry Smith was unlike anyone Denver sports fans had heard on the radio before.
Justin Simmons has made a name for himself on the field with his play, but his impact off the field has been far greater than stats could ever tell.
Considered an oasis back in the 1920s for Black people, Colorado's Lincoln Hills is now important piece of American history.
Josh Ford, from Denver's Montbello neighborhood, is showing triumph over adversity and hopes to inspire others to chase their dreams and know they can be accomplished.
More than a dozen young Black men who have been making big changes in their lives and the communities they live in are now being recognized.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
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On Monday morning, a mudslide forced authorities to close Maroon Creek Road, according to the United States Forest Service.
Globeville Recreation Center has remained vacant for nearly a year and community members are expressing frustration about the lack of a long-term plan.
In an interview with CBS News, Sacks suggested that fears AI could harm people are overblown. "I think this is becoming a panic," he said.
On Monday morning, a mudslide forced authorities to close Maroon Creek Road, according to the United States Forest Service.
Globeville Recreation Center has remained vacant for nearly a year and community members are expressing frustration about the lack of a long-term plan.
Aurora police say they have identified six suspects connected to last month's "teen takeover" that drew an estimated 1,000 teens to a busy shopping center, leading to fights, property damage, thefts and traffic disruptions.
One Denver restaurant has become the newest in the state to earn a coveted Michelin Star, with a total of 15 Colorado restaurants located across the state having been added to the Michelin Guide.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating two bear attacks over the weekend that left a woman and a teen injured.
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The Town of Silverthorne in Colorado's high country has entered stage four mandatory water restrictions as the area continues to struggle with drought conditions.
Starting Monday, crews will start paving and milling some major streets in downtown Denver.
The City of Aurora celebrated Mexico's Independence Day over the weekend with Fiesta Patrias, featuring live music, Mexican food, and vendors.
One person was killed and another seriously injured in a head-on crash overnight in Northern Colorado.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Four years ago, Colorado teen Zykyrah "Ky" Bess-Reed was just getting started on wheels; now she's training to compete on the world stage.
The University of Denver has unveiled the ring commemorating the Pioneers' win in the 2026 NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Championships.
Breanna Stewart scored 16 points and Kahleah Copper added 13 to help the U.S. beat Spain 76-66, advancing to the championship game of the women's FIBA World Cup.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
In an interview with CBS News, Sacks suggested that fears AI could harm people are overblown. "I think this is becoming a panic," he said.
DHS's internal watchdog is sharply criticizing conditions in a Florida immigration detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," finding detainees at the now-closed facility were held in "cramped conditions."
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
Bettina Anderson, wife of Donald Trump Jr., said their "dear friend" Umar Kremlev hosted two nights of festivities after their wedding in the Bahamas.
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.
DHS's internal watchdog is sharply criticizing conditions in a Florida immigration detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," finding detainees at the now-closed facility were held in "cramped conditions."
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.
A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
Bettina Anderson, wife of Donald Trump Jr., said their "dear friend" Umar Kremlev hosted two nights of festivities after their wedding in the Bahamas.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Arapahoe County Public Health has invested money to support moms and families through a bilingual doula program. Doulas are trained to give support before, during and after birth.
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
Clean air advocates are asking local and state leaders in Colorado to act on the unhealthy ozone levels and their impacts.
In an interview with CBS News, Sacks suggested that fears AI could harm people are overblown. "I think this is becoming a panic," he said.
The tech-heavy Nasdaq slumped 147 points on Monday after AI company executives called for a slowdown in developing the technology.
Denver's Hash Cab is the world's first rideshare service providing a safe way for people to consume marijuana while getting from point A to point B. The service is accepting rides, but the owner says he's still navigating regulatory challenges.
The head of the artificial intelligence company calls the exponential rate of AI developments a "warning sign," with risks for humanity, and says, "We need to slow down." He talks with "Sunday Morning" about possible steps forward.
The City of Arvada is considering charging to park in and around Olde Town, but some business owners worry it will hurt sales.
Evergreen High has two new members of its community -- two dogs whose presence has become part of the daily rhythm of the school, offering students and staff something they desperately needed after a shooting shattered their sense of safety.
Denver's Board of Ethics voted unanimously to investigate two complaints against City Attorney Miko Brown.
A former student and her parents are suing a church and school, alleging officials failed to protect the girl from a music director who they say sexually assaulted her when she was 13 and then failed to properly respond when concerns surfaced.
Despite having health insurance, families in Colorado have been hit with massive medical bills after their babies spent time in NICUs.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's security detail drew his gun on a man at Union Station last week, the mayor's office said Monday.