Are Canadian wildfires under control? Here's what to know.
The fires, which are still burning, brought smoke and hazardous air quality to millions of Americans this week.
Health News
Wildfire smoke costs U.S. workers more than $100 billion a year in pay
Air pollution takes an $800 billion annual toll on the U.S. economy. Wildfires — worsened by climate change — are making it worse.
Health impacts of exercising in bad air quality
As cities in the Northeast U.S. reach and even surpass "unhealthy" levels of air pollution, officials are urging people to avoid outside activities. Here's what to know about exercising when air quality is bad.
Merck sues government over Medicare drug pricing, claiming "extortion"
Drugmaker says it's unconstitutional for the feds to negotiate drug prices on behalf of seniors. Patient advocates say it's "desperately needed."
Children to receive free mental health screenings at school
Starting this fall, all middle and high school students in Colorado can receive free mental health evaluations at school.
Colorado 11th most expensive state to have a child in first year
Colorado is ranking among the most expensive states to raise a child, at least for the first year.
Health firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
Health department has "no conclusive evidence" linking park and dead dogs
Four families are now missing their best friend. Their dogs all died within two weeks of each other after visiting the same park. Three of them were relatively young.
Rocky visits Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children
Denver Nuggets supermascot Rocky took a visit to the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children to celebrate the Game 1 victory.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Free doula program at Denver Health helps laboring moms
Free doula program at Denver Health helps laboring moms improve maternal health and reduce disparities in birth outcomes for high risk patients.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Alex Rodriguez reveals he's been diagnosed with early-stage gum disease
Rodriguez, or A-Rod as he is known, has partnered with the health products company OraPharma to help raise awareness.
Nevada's Republican governor strengthens abortion rights protections
Gov. Joe Lombardo, who describes himself as pro-life, has said he would respect the will of Nevada voters who codified abortion rights up to 24 weeks in a 1990 referendum vote.
CBS News Colorado — Watch Live 24/7
First Alert Weather
Our Newsletter
Health Videos
MoreHealth Videos
Sarah Klein discusses epilepsy and symptoms
CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation, Sarah Klein, joins CBS News Colorado to discuss the disorder and how it affects Coloradans.
Breast cancer survivor thanks "gladiator mentality"
Breast cancer survivor Keri Cotterman shares her story of being diagnosed with stage two.
Register for Bike MS and support the National MS society
Bike MS takes place from June 24 to June 25.
New weight loss guidelines about artificial sweeteners can be confusing
Dr. Moore from the Denver Center for Bariatric Surgery discusses the new weight loss guidelines about artificial sweeteners and why they can be confusing.
Black women are three times more likely to die during pregnancy complications than other women
Black women are three times more likely to die during pregnancy complications than other women.
Covering Colorado First
More Covering Colorado First
Actor John Amos possible victim of elder abuse in Colorado
State and local agencies are investigating an accusation that 83-year-old actor John Amos was the victim of elder abuse while in Custer County recently.
11-year-old survives rattlesnake bite with father by his side
It is now safe to say that Ethan's rattlesnake bite to his chest is healing, but his dad, Zach Vogel, says they are far from where they were just three days ago.
Bond set for Denver cardiologist accused of date rape
A Denver judge ensured cardiologist, Stephen Matthews, will not be getting out of jail soon by setting his bond at $5 million during a hearing Friday afternoon.
New Colorado law creates more transparency around hospital prices
The price of health care is one of the best-kept secrets in the country. But that could soon change in Colorado.
New rules for City Park Jazz go to into effect this summer
People who like to enjoy live music at City Park Jazz have new rules to follow this summer.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
Colorado weather: Rain and cooler temperatures on the way
Watch Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
11-year-old recalls rattlesnake
It is now safe to say that Ethan's rattlesnake bite to his chest is healing, but his dad, Zach Vogel, says they are far from where they were just three days ago.
More information revealed on body cam video showing officer shooting, killing teenage robbery suspec
The 14-year-old was shot near 8th Avenue and Dayton Street last Thursday, June 1.
Fans react to Game 4 victory following Ball Arena watch party
CBS News Colorado reporter Jasmine Arenas caught up with some fans at the Ball Arena watch party to get their reactions on the Game 4 victory as the Nuggets need one more win to take home the title.
Nuggets fans ready for watch party at Ball Arena
CBS News Colorado reporter Jasmine Arenas caught up with some Nuggets fans inside Ball Arena for the Game 4 watch party.
Sports
More Sports
Nuggets now in full command of NBA Finals, top Heat 108-95 for 3-1 lead
Aaron Gordon scored 27 points, Nikola Jokic added 23 and the Denver Nuggets moved one win away from their first NBA championship by beating the Miami Heat 108-95 on Friday night to take a 3-1 lead in the title series.
Nuggets NBA Finals run inspiring kids at Cope Boys & Girls Club
With the Nuggets close to making NBA history, kids at the Cope Boys & Girls Club express their inspiration for the game, while rooting for the home team.
Christian Braun seeking NBA title a year after winning NCAA championship
Denver rookie Christian Braun is in rarified air with the Nuggets two wins shy of winning the first NBA championship in franchise history.
Nikola Jokic is no stranger to a Serbian restaurant in Miami
Romi Bean found out that Rakija Lounge on Ocean Drive in South Beach is the spot to be in Miami if you're looking for cuisine from Nikola Jokic's home country of Serbia.
Nuggets make rare in-Finals trade as they swap draft picks with Thunder, per report
The Denver Nuggets are currently playing in their first ever NBA Finals, but that doesn't mean they aren't thinking about the future.
National/Trending
More National/Trending
Timeline: The government's efforts to get sensitive documents from Trump
Here's a look at the events that have transpired over the course of the government's attempts to get back the documents, culminating in Trump's indictment.
Christian Braun seeking NBA title a year after winning NCAA championship
Denver rookie Christian Braun is in rarified air with the Nuggets two wins shy of winning the first NBA championship in franchise history.
Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
Tesla's charging network will welcome electric vehicles by GM
GM EV owners may have to pay a monthly fee to access the stations, a company spokesperson said.
Are Canadian wildfires under control? Here's what to know.
The fires, which are still burning, brought smoke and hazardous air quality to millions of Americans this week.
Latest Political Updates
More Latest Political Updates
New Colorado law creates more transparency around hospital prices
The price of health care is one of the best-kept secrets in the country. But that could soon change in Colorado.
Timeline: The government's efforts to get sensitive documents from Trump
Here's a look at the events that have transpired over the course of the government's attempts to get back the documents, culminating in Trump's indictment.
Denver Mayor-elect Mike Johnston announces transition team
Denver Mayor-elect Mike Johnston said he wants to review all the city agencies while also targeting new areas like neighborhood safety.
Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
2024 GOP presidential candidate Burgum launches $3-million ad buy
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum is putting ads on the air in the early-voting states of Iowa and New Hampshire next week.
Health News
More Health News
Are Canadian wildfires under control? Here's what to know.
The fires, which are still burning, brought smoke and hazardous air quality to millions of Americans this week.
Wildfire smoke costs U.S. workers more than $100 billion a year in pay
Air pollution takes an $800 billion annual toll on the U.S. economy. Wildfires — worsened by climate change — are making it worse.
Health impacts of exercising in bad air quality
As cities in the Northeast U.S. reach and even surpass "unhealthy" levels of air pollution, officials are urging people to avoid outside activities. Here's what to know about exercising when air quality is bad.
Merck sues government over Medicare drug pricing, claiming "extortion"
Drugmaker says it's unconstitutional for the feds to negotiate drug prices on behalf of seniors. Patient advocates say it's "desperately needed."
Children to receive free mental health screenings at school
Starting this fall, all middle and high school students in Colorado can receive free mental health evaluations at school.
Business News
More Business News
Tesla's charging network will welcome electric vehicles by GM
GM EV owners may have to pay a monthly fee to access the stations, a company spokesperson said.
LA county DA's office quits Twitter due to "vicious" homophobic attacks
The comments ranged from "homophobic and transphobic slurs to sexually explicit and graphic images," the office said.
Can't afford a Beyoncé show? Some fans save money by heading overseas
With tickets to U.S. shows soaring to absurd heights, some superfans are flying to Europe to catch their favorite acts.
Bud Light is no longer America's best-selling beer
Mexican-style lager Modelo Especial outsold the popular Anheuser-Busch last month, new sales data shows.
IRS sends bills to taxpayers with the wrong due date for some
Taxpayers in certain California counties were informed they needed to pay up in 21 days, but in fact they have until October.
Making Ends Meet
More Making Ends Meet
STRIVE Prep Ruby Hill offers free before, after school care
The Southwest Denver school is offering community-focused and tuition-free care centered around students and exposing them to a variety of opportunities and experiences before and after school.
Looking to save for college? There's financial relief for all Coloradans
Education savings plans called 529 Plans allow a saver to open an investment account to save for the beneficiary's future qualified higher education expenses and anybody can contribute.
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.