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2 schools on secure status due to the investigation of a death nearby
Two schools in Westminster are on secure status due to the investigation of a death close to or in a nearby park that was called suspicious.
Denver police officer facing assault charges in connection with "domestic disturbance"
The Denver Police Department said one of its officers was arrested in Arvada on Wednesday night after what they called a domestic disturbance.
Investigators say contractor damaged gas line near Dacono mobile home that caused explosion
Investigators say a gas leak that caused an explosion at a Northern Colorado mobile home earlier this week was caused by a contractor working in the area.
Flags to fly at half-staff in Colorado on Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Flags will fly at half-staff across the state of Colorado on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
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Heavy snow heading for Colorado's high country
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Broncos defeat Commanders 27-26 in OT
Nik Bonitto batted away Marcus Mariota's pass in overtime to deny Washington a winning 2-point conversion, and the Denver Broncos held on for their ninth straight victory, a 27-26 thriller over the Commanders.
Undefeated Denver youth football teams need funding to reach nationals
Two undefeated youth football teams from Denver's Park Hill neighborhood are headed to national tournaments this week. Both are raising money for their teams' trips.
Ralston Valley makes school history with semifinal win over Mountain Vista
The Mustangs won 31-28 to remain undefeated and punch their ticket to the state championship game for the first time in school history.
Colorado State University names Jim Mora new head football coach
The announcement comes just over a month after the Rams fired former head coach Jay Norvell, who went 2-5 this season and 18-26 overall with the Rams, including a 13-13 mark in the Mountain West Conference.
Drama in the skies preceded Broncos win over Chiefs
Before the Broncos won in Week 11, the game at Empower Field at Mile High was preceded by a tense showdown between an air traffic controller and the pilot of a single-engine aircraft.
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Woman nearly strikes patrol car, faces DUI and child abuse charges, Commerce City police say
A woman is facing numerous charges after police in the Denver metro area say she nearly struck a patrol car while driving under the influence with an infant in the backseat.
See who's on the injury report for the Denver Broncos before their game in Las Vegas
The Broncos travel to Nevada to face the Raiders on Sunday, and may be without D.J. Jones and Nate Adkins.
Under new police chief, University of Colorado Boulder pushes new safety app, mental health training
Police Chief Ashley Griffin comes to CU from a career of working in university policing.
CBI releases forensic reconstruction, seeks public's help identifying man whose remains were found
Colorado investigators are asking for the public's help identifying a man found dead in a remote area of Park County.
2 schools on secure status due to the investigation of a death nearby
Two schools in Westminster are on secure status due to the investigation of a death nearby that was called suspicious.
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12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
U.S. offering $5 million for tips leading to Tren de Aragua leader's arrest
The U.S. has increased its reward to $5 million for information leading to the arrest of an alleged leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.
Trump moves to roll back fuel economy standards set under Biden
The Trump administration proposed rules that would weaken fuel economy standards for vehicles set under President Biden in 2024.
Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth's Signal chat violated regulations
The Pentagon watchdog released its report on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of Signal to share details about operations in Yemen.
Data shows spike in immigration arrests of those without criminal histories
In some cities where federal agents have conducted large-scale immigration operations that officials said would largely target criminals, more people without criminal records were detained in recent months.
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Feds promised "radical transparency" but withhold rural health fund info
Some state proposals would use funds from $50 billion rural health program to start drone delivery of medications or to bring telehealth to libraries, day cares and senior centers.
Flu season is underway, and state health officials say it's starting early
Staff at one Denver hospital say they are very busy treating flu patients ranging from babies to teenagers.
WHO issues guidance on GLP-1 drugs for obesity
The World Health Organization issued new guidelines recommending the use of GLP-1 drugs for adults with obesity and called for action on manufacturing and affordability.
FDA official claims link between COVID-19 vaccines and pediatric deaths
Dr. Vinay Prasad, the director of the FDA's vaccine division, did not provide data to back the claim in a memo sent to staff.
Toddler given just 3 years to live after strange symptoms makes full recovery
Meghan Jenkins' son was 2 years old when he was diagnosed with cancer in 2021. His prognosis was grim, but aggressive treatment saved his life.
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Denver Post owner falls further behind on rent; city takes multiple steps
CBS Colorado has learned the owners of the Denver Post have fallen further behind on their rent payments at a building owned by the city of Denver, and the newspaper owners now owe the city nearly $3 million in back rent and penalties for non-payment.
"Crypto Pastor" charged with racketeering, theft
A man who called himself a "Crypto Pastor" is accused of diverting $1.3 million from investors in his crypto scheme.
Denver mayor on $19,000 DIA plane tickets: "I have not ever paid that much"
In his first comments on a CBS News Colorado investigation that found Denver International Airport executives paying between $15,000 and $19,000 to fly to a conference in Spain, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston said, "I have not ever paid that much for an airplane ticket."
Federal Aviation Administration seeks more time to examine Park Hill land swap
The FAA has requested additional time to review a proposed transaction by the city of Denver to give a developer another 20 acres of land at Denver International Airport as part of the land swap involving the former Park Hill Golf Course, CBS News Colorado has learned.
City council seeks to block Denver Flock cameras contract
The battle over Denver's Flock camera surveillance system escalated Tuesday with nine Denver City Council members asking the city auditor to step in and essentially block Mayor Mike Johnston's proposed extension of a contract with Flock.
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Denver Broncos 22, Kansas City Chiefs 19
The Denver Broncos beat the Chiefs 22-19 for their eighth straight victory on Nov. 17, 2025.
Northern lights sightings in Colorado
People from all over the state of Colorado were capturing photos of the aurora borealis in early November 2025.
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Police department urges parents to understand e-bike risks, rules
Lone Tree Police Department wants parents to know the risks and the rules that come with each kind of e-bike.
Family of woman who went missing says her body was found
The body of a young woman who went missing over the weekend has been located. That's according to the family of Kaylee Russell, a 20-year-old from Evans.
Broker warned city in 2023 not to buy Denver Post building
A veteran Denver commercial real estate broker warned elected Denver officials in December of 2023 to scrap their plans to buy the Denver Post building for $88.5 million.
Internal investigation: SWAT member who responded to Evergreen shooting was drunk
A sergeant in the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office who served on the SWAT team at the Evergreen High School shooting is out of a job after admitting he showed up to the shooting under the influence of alcohol.
Heavy snow heading for high country
A winter storm is brewing and ready to head toward the high country starting Friday night. The potential for dangerous driving conditions is very high in the mountains.
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Internal investigation: SWAT member who responded to Evergreen school shooting was drunk
A sergeant in the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office who served on the SWAT team at the Evergreen High School shooting is out of a job after admitting he showed up to the shooting under the influence of alcohol.
2 schools on secure status in Westminster due to the investigation of a death nearby
Two schools in Westminster are on secure status due to the investigation of a death close to or in a nearby park that was called suspicious.
Family of Kaylee Russell, Colorado woman who went missing, says her body was found
The body of a young woman who went missing over the weekend has been located. That's according to the family of Kaylee Russell, a 20-year-old from Evans.
Veteran real estate broker warned city in 2023 not to buy Denver Post building
A veteran Denver commercial real estate broker warned elected Denver officials in December of 2023 to scrap their plans to buy the Denver Post building for $88.5 million.
Lone Tree police seeing uptick in unsafe e-bike behavior by youth, seek support from parents
Lone Tree Police Department wants parents to know the risks and the rules that come with each kind of e-bike.
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Josh Byrnes returns to Colorado Rockies as new general manager
Longtime baseball executive Josh Byrnes has been named the new GM of the Colorado Rockies, marking a return to the ball team.
Broncos Zach Allen partners with Boys & Girls Clubs for kids shopping spree
Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver to take some of the children on a holiday shopping spree.
Marvin Mims says Broncos "want to dominate opponents"
The Denver Broncos are a relatively young team with a starting quarterback who's only in his second year, and yet they're playing like a team of polished veterans.
Fan excited his honey is being used in an official partnered beverage of the Broncos
A man from Colorado who now lives overseas is taking a little extra pride in his work now that his honey is being used in an official partnered beverage of the Denver Broncos.
CSU introduces new head football coach Jim Mora
Veteran football coach Jim Mora has arrived in Fort Collins and was introduced by Colorado State University as their next Rams head coach.
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U.S. tightens immigration work permits in latest move to expand crackdown
The Trump administration said it would reduce the period of time that work permits are valid for refugees, asylees and other immigrants granted legal protections in the U.S.
These U.S. cities have seen the biggest rent increases since 2020
Rents in the 50 largest cities have surged by hundreds of dollars per month over the last five years, a LendingTree analysis found.
Employers have cut 1.1 million jobs this year. Here's why.
Job cuts so far this year are at their highest levels since 2020, new report says.
Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
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U.S. tightens immigration work permits in latest move to expand crackdown
The Trump administration said it would reduce the period of time that work permits are valid for refugees, asylees and other immigrants granted legal protections in the U.S.
Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
Schumer says Democrats will offer 3-year extension of health care tax credits
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Thursday that Democrats will offer a clean three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits for a vote next week.
Lawmakers see video of boat strike, say admiral testified there was no kill order
"What I saw in that room was one of the most troubling things I've seen in my time in public service," Democratic Rep. Jim Himes said.
Erika Kirk town hall to air on CBS
Three months after her husband, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated, Erika Kirk will open up about life, loss, the state of political discourse and more in a one-hour town hall event moderated by Bari Weiss, CBS News' editor-in-chief.
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Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel postpones vote on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
7 deaths, hundreds of injuries may be linked to glucose monitor errors
Patients with affected devices should stop using them. They are eligible for free replacements, Abbott said.
RFK Jr. wants to delay hepatitis B vaccine. Here's what parents need to know.
The three-dose hepatitis B vaccine has a long track record of safety, but rolling back recommendations could leave kids vulnerable to infections, doctors say.
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These U.S. cities have seen the biggest rent increases since 2020
Rents in the 50 largest cities have surged by hundreds of dollars per month over the last five years, a LendingTree analysis found.
Employers have cut 1.1 million jobs this year. Here's why.
Job cuts so far this year are at their highest levels since 2020, new report says.
Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
Trump moves to roll back fuel economy standards set under Biden
The Trump administration proposed rules that would weaken fuel economy standards for vehicles set under President Biden in 2024.
U.S. lost 32,000 private-sector jobs last month in surprise drop
Weakening job growth could lock in an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week, according to economists.
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Broker warned city in 2023 not to buy Denver Post building
A veteran Denver commercial real estate broker warned elected Denver officials in December of 2023 to scrap their plans to buy the Denver Post building for $88.5 million.
Colorado's trucking industry under federal transportation leaders' microscope
Colorado is now among the states under a microscope from the U.S. Department of Transportation, after several high-profile crashes involving drivers who couldn't understand road signs written in English.
Drama in the skies preceded Broncos win over Chiefs
Before the Broncos won in Week 11, the game at Empower Field at Mile High was preceded by a tense showdown between an air traffic controller and the pilot of a single-engine aircraft.
Tenants of apartments where woman was murdered raise concerns
On Sept. 4, the body of Kathleen Mayo was found inside her first floor unit. Police say she was murdered.
Family files federal lawsuit over curfew violation
A family in Elbert County has filed a federal lawsuit against the small town of Elizabeth over its curfew law.