Beloved 'Santa Bill' Fighting COVID With Days Until Christmas
Bill Lee, known best by his community in Idaho Springs as Santa Bill, is now battling COVID-19.
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Bill Lee, known best by his community in Idaho Springs as Santa Bill, is now battling COVID-19.
All the blowing dust from Wednesday's high winds that blew through Colorado led to a health advisory for some living in the eastern part of the state.
This week the State of Colorado reported that number of COVID-19 deaths has grown to more than 10,000.
Jason Strong was young, healthy and worked out twice a day. The 39-year-old Aurora man is just now recovering from a 78 day battle with COVID-19 that left him near death.
A nurse in Colorado's high country had just been trained on how to deal with saving a baby's life just a week before she put her knowledge to practice.
A year after COVID-19 vaccines started going into the arms of Coloradans, healthcare workers talk about life before and after that milestone as well as their thoughts on those who have yet to get the vaccine.
Arapahoe County is the latest county to decide to leave the Tri-County Health Department.
One year ago, health workers in northern Colorado became the first in the state, and among the first in the country, to receive their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine outside of a clinical trial.
Travelers and employees at Denver International Airport (DEN) now have a chance to get a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot just steps away from the security lines.
Denver City Council did not obtain enough votes to override Mayor Michael Hancock's veto of a flavored tobacco ban amendment.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment will be sending text messages to adults who haven't received their COVID-19 booster, but live between five and 10 miles from a community vaccination site.
The Mesa County Sheriff's Office is mourning one of their own. They say Sgt. Wayne Weyler lost his battle to COVID-19 on Dec. 10.
The number of people hospitalized in Colorado who tested positive for COVID-19 continues to drop. That number stands at 1,329.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says they've seen an outpouring of support from the community following the death of one of their detectives.
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock on Friday vetoed the ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products in the city.
As firefighters in Colorado battle the Willow Fire west of Leadville through another Red Flag Warning, many local businesses are doing what they can to support the crews working long days in record-setting heat.
First responders in Colorado closed Highway 6 on Sunday evening after three rock climbers became stranded.
On Sunday, Colorado officials announced the new look for a high-speed passenger rail project that will connect Pueblo to Fort Collins.
Deputies had to partially close the swim beach at Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora on Sunday after they say someone there used a firearm.
Two wildfires sparked on Sunday in Colorado's high country, south and southeast of Steamboat Springs. Mandatory evacuation orders are in place near one of the fires.
Guests who were evacuated from Water World on Saturday due to a reported bomb threat were allowed back into the park today to retrieve their belongings.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife rescued a man on Saturday who was seriously injured in a boating accident at Chatfield Reservoir.
In Westminster, crews are trying to find out what caused a fire at an apartment building that left all of its residents without a place to stay.
Because of the abnormally warm temperatures, the City and County of Denver will be opening cooling centers for the public.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has unveiled a $100 million, four-part plan to address everything from workforce development to low interest loans, and incentives for companies to move to the city.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
One look and listen to Dillon Stewart's swing and you can tell he can sent it.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week and asked for a review of the red card suspension.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was running for reelection in November when he died suddenly on Saturday.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was running for reelection in November when he died suddenly on Saturday.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
As health officials investigate a growing multistate Cyclospora outbreak, Colorado public health leaders say there is no evidence of an increased risk from produce sold in Colorado.
Researchers are getting a better idea of the ills caused by wildfire smoke as the West becomes the location of larger and more severe fires.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Wildfire smoke drifting through Colorado has pushed the Front Range and Northern Colorado into some of the worst air quality conditions in the United States, prompting health experts to warn residents, especially those with underlying respiratory conditions, to take precautions.
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either.
The former CFO of The Epoch Times, a conservative multinational media company, interrupted jury selection at his money laundering trial to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge in a $67 million fraud scheme.
British budget airline EasyJet says it's reached an agreement in principle for a £5.7-billion ($7.7-billion) takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, topping a rival offer from fellow American private equity investor Castlelake.
A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know.
Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Concerns are emerging about a company formerly known as COE Bikes, which continues advertising free e-bikes and is now drawing scrutiny from state agencies.
The City of Denver is giving itself stronger enforcement tools to hold owners of neglected and derelict properties accountable, including significantly larger fines for those who fail to comply with city orders.
A Colorado administrative law judge has upheld the demotion of a former Colorado Department of Corrections manager who admitted participating in years of inappropriate text message exchanges with other prison leaders.
A man who stayed at a downtown Denver hotel last summer says he woke up to bats flying around his room — and that one of them bit him. He has now filed a lawsuit against the hotel.
A Keenesburg police officer pleaded no contest to reckless driving and reckless endangerment stemming from a 2025 crash on Interstate 25 that the Colorado State Patrol said he caused -- and then fled from.
