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New data show how one federal safety net program has been out of reach for thousands of children who need it most.
The number of children employed illegally in the U.S. is soaring, Labor Department figures show. Sometimes that work kills them.
Since the moment their daughter Naomi was born, the Lockard family has been on a mission to change the outcome of their children's lives.
Experts say "Christmas Tree Syndrome" isn't a reaction to the tree itself, but to weed pollen and mold spores collecting on it. Here's what to know about reducing the risk of symptoms.
The prevalence of the JN.1 variant of COVID-19 looks to be highest in New York and New Jersey, where it makes up more than half of cases.
Medications initially created to help those living with Type 2 diabetes are now causing more people to have side effects, according to Banner Health.
Most COVID-19 symptoms and guidelines for testing and treatment remain largely unchanged as cases from the JN.1 variant rise.
The adolescent, an international traveler, arrived at Denver International Airport on Dec. 13 and visited several counties in the state in the past week before seeking treatment.
Cameron Diaz isn't alone — more Americans are choosing separate bedrooms, a practice known as "sleep divorce," as a way to prioritize sleep.
As Colorado abortion providers continue to care for out-of-state patients, Denver's oldest hospital has stepped in to help meet the demand. Denver Health has always provided medically necessary abortions, but now they're offering elective abortions.
Thousands of medical devices are sold, and even implanted, with no safety tests.
The JN.1 variant of COVID-19 is spreading, but health officials say the symptoms are not more severe and the added public health risk is "low."
Cinnamon used in the applesauce pouches was contaminated with "extremely high" lead levels.
Simmons Foods is recalling chicken products that were sold by retailers including Kroger, Publix, Target and Walmart.
How do CosMc's, Starbucks and Dunkin' drinks stack up in calories and sugar? We looked at the nutritional breakdown of 5 similar beverages across the companies to see how they compare.
March is Colo-Rectal Cancer Awareness Month and Dr. Sujatha Nallapareddy from Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers discusses how important screenings are.
See an interview with Dr. Patricia Westmoreland.
CU College of Nursing Associate Professor Dr. Kerry Peterson spoke about solutions to the teen mental health crisis.
Health experts released a study surrounding the aspects of "Long COVID" as many are impacted with overwhelming symptoms.
A severe shortage of mental health treatment options means kids in crisis increasingly find themselves in emergency rooms for weeks or longer.
The snow is expected to taper off through the morning as drier air moves into the region. While snowfall amounts are limited for the metro area, conditions remain active because of strong winds and colder temperatures.
Denver could see four consecutive days of record-breaking warmth from Thursday through Sunday.
A bill to help law enforcement investigate social media accounts received initial approval in the House on Friday.
City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks rangers spent their afternoon turning people away from the trails at Chautauqua Park due to the extreme risk of wildfires.
CBS News Colorado's new documentary, "Making Ends Meet," follows hard-working Colorado families facing financial hurdles that defy easy solutions.
Denver Summit FC took to the pitch for the first time on Saturday. They're still waiting on their first win, but fans came out en force to watch parties across the metro area to cheer for the new team.
After 30 days of searching, CPW has called off efforts to locate an uncollared wolf engaged in chronic depredation due to difficult terrain and lack of snow.
Thousands of customers had their power restored on Saturday night. Xcel Energy began positioning hundreds of crew members to inspect powerlines and make repairs after intense winds began to die down.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Girls & Science is CBS Colorado's commitment to introducing girls to STEM careers. We teamed up with CSU Spur for the 2nd Saturday at the Spur event at the National Western Complex Campus on Saturday, where girls had the chance to learn about careers in medicine, music, meteorology and more.
As the Colorado Avalanche took to the ice for their morning skate at Ball Arena on Tuesday, 17-year-old Sabrina Cassano stood along the glass smiling ear to ear.
Nathan MacKinnon scored his NHL-leading 43rd goal and scored the winning goal in a shootout, lifting the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Sunday in a matchup between two of the NHL's top four teams in points.
Iran's women's soccer team was branded "traitors" after declining to sing their national anthem at the Asian Cup in Australia, fueling fear for the women if they returned home.
Oksana Masters has competed at every Paralympics since 2012 and is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
A Denver-based UFC fighter will be representing Colorado in the octagon this Saturday night in Las Vegas.
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
Hollywood's biggest stars are gearing up for the 98th annual Academy Awards. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News Saturday, Federal Communications Chair Brendan Carr doubled down on his warning that broadcast licenses could be revoked amid President Trump's criticisms of media coverage of the war in Iran.
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr did not name specific networks, but his post included a reference to a Saturday morning Truth Social post from the president.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News Saturday, Federal Communications Chair Brendan Carr doubled down on his warning that broadcast licenses could be revoked amid President Trump's criticisms of media coverage of the war in Iran.
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr did not name specific networks, but his post included a reference to a Saturday morning Truth Social post from the president.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Colorado health officials have identified two additional cases of measles, bringing the total number to nine in the Broomfield outbreak.
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
A measles outbreak tied to local schools has some parents in the Broomfield community weighing difficult decisions about everyday activities, especially those with infants too young to be vaccinated.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
Parts defect affecting Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles can increase the risk of injury, according to a safety notice. Here's what to know.
GDP grew at a sluggish 0.7% pace in the final months of 2025 as the government shutdown hurt economic activity.
The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.
Prosecutors in El Paso County have decided not to pursue criminal charges against a youth hockey coach in southern Colorado, saying there is insufficient evidence to prosecute him.
Law enforcement authorities in Arizona have arrested and jailed a former Colorado resident, Keith Carl Jones, on sex-related charges, 30 years after he was connected to the unsolved disappearance of a Castle Rock woman.
There's harsh criticism of a Colorado police officer charged with failing to report a crash -- a crash investigators say he was partially responsible for while off-duty. Some of the strongest criticism is coming from an unexpected place.
A CBS Colorado investigation has learned the City of Denver has spent $110,000 on a 14-month investigation of Denver Police Division Chief Magen Dodge, but is refusing to release the completed investigation, which was finalized three months ago.
A Colorado family is calling for change and sharing their struggle after a clinical trial their son relied on suddenly ended.