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Sundance Film Festival unveils Boulder venues for Colorado debut next year
The Sundance Film Festival recently closed the curtain on Utah before getting ready to shine the spotlight on Colorado.
Denver selects new provider for license plate reader services
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced that a new provider will take over management of license plate reader services from Flock Group Inc.
Coloradans stuck in Puerto Vallarta amid cartel violence in Mexico
For Colorado tourists in Mexico, their trips to paradise quickly turned into chaos after a weekend of violent retaliation from cartel members following the death of a prominent cartel leader.
Greeley residents to vote on $1B entertainment district plan
The future of Greeley's $1 billion plan for an entertainment district hinges on a vote happening on Tuesday. Voters will decide whether the new entertainment district in Northern Colorado will move forward.
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Trump's 2026 State of the Union is tonight. Here's what to know and how to watch.
President Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress tonight. Here's when it will take place, and how and where to watch.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
Secretary of War Hegseth visits Colorado
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth administered the Oath of Enlistment at Buckley Space Force Base and toured two different private space agencies.
FedEx sues Trump administration for "full refund" of tariff payments
FedEx sued the Trump administration over its tariffs on Monday, asking for a "full refund" of all payments it made to the government under a set of tariff policies that were ruled illegal by the Supreme Court.
U.S. women's hockey team declines State of the Union invitation
The U.S. women's ice hockey team said Monday they will not be attending President Trump's State of the Union address, citing scheduling conflicts.
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Swigert International School in Denver: See the First Alert Weather Visit
CBS Colorado First Alert Meteorologist Joe Ruch visited Swigert International School in Denver.
Dahlberg Fire burns more than 1,000 acres in Douglas County, evacuations lifted
A fire that started in a rural part of Douglas County and burned about 1,018 acres forced the evacuation of 17 homes for most of the afternoon.
Douglas County officials provide update about 500 acre wildfire
In Colorado, Douglas County officials provided an update about a fire in a rural part of the county that forced evacuations on Tuesday.
Two days of high fire danger for Denver
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Union representing workers at JBS plant in Greeley hosting 3 strike registration events this week
The union representing workers at the JBS plant in Greeley is hosting 3 strike registration events this week.
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Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Colorado transplant program offers new hope through kidney voucher system
The AdventHealth Transplant Institute at Porter is participating in a national voucher system that allows living donors to give a kidney now and help a loved one receive one later.
Can TrumpRx help you save money on drugs? Here's what experts say.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform, TrumpRx, isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
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How Black Colorado businessmen changed voting rights across the nation
Local Black businessmen organized in 1865 after learning about the language proposed for a Colorado constitution. They changed history far beyond the territory.
Study aims to uncover how state caused harm to Black Coloradans
The Black Equity study focuses on ways that Black Coloradans faced discrimination in access to wealth, education, health and justice.
Sky Blue Builders founder reflects on receiving MLK Business Award
From learning English here, to succeeding in sports, and building a growing business that's now employee-owned, Mowa Haile says he loves Colorado's sense of community.
Ways to celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday in 2026
Communities across the Front Range are honoring the legacy of the Civil Rights leader.
Aurora celebrates Kwanzaa, shared prosperity on East Colfax
The fourth day of Kwanzaa, known as Ujamaa, centers on cooperative economics. It's a principle organizers say fits East Colfax Avenue, a corridor shaped by resilience and the push for revitalization.
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Former Denver police chief to run for Denver City Council
Former Denver Police Chief Paul Pazen, who retired as chief in 2022, plans to announce next week that he is running for a seat on Denver City Council.
Clear Creek Schools say water supply for fighting fires in question after dispute
Colorado parents are raising concerns after a dispute between their school district and its water provider put the school's future firefighting water supply in question.
Trial ordered for man who allegedly body slammed lawyer
An Arapahoe County judge ordered Aurora resident Daniel Alexander Ashby to stand trial for felony assault, after witnesses say Ashby body-slammed defense lawyer H. Michael Steinberg in a courthouse hallway last December.
Fired Colorado police sergeant admitted to falsifying time sheets
Newly released documents from the Lakeside Police Department say former Sgt. Howard Prince admitted to cheating on his time records, but also said that in an interview, the sergeant said he didn't know why he falsified his time sheets.
Residents help Arvada police track down suspect in metro-wide mail thefts
Arvada police are offering a behind-the-scenes look at how they tracked down a suspected mail thief in the Denver metro area, after neighbors spotted the same suspicious vehicle on their security cameras.
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A window on the world of firefighting in rural Colorado
They are the images of firefighters at work, captured in moments of candor and concern; moments held still by a photographer's camera.
Martin Luther King Jr. Marade in Denver
A large crowd turned up in Denver in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Dahlberg Fire burns more than 1,000 acres, evacuations lifted
A fire that started in a rural part of Douglas County forced the evacuation of 17 homes for most of the afternoon.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife names Maj. Gen. Laura Clellan as next director
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission has unanimously voted to name Acting Director Maj. Gen. Laura Clellan as the new permanent director.
SAME Café eases stress of restaurant costs with "pay as you can" model
Eating out can add up quickly, especially in today's economy. One Denver organization is easing that expense, meal by meal. SAME, or "So All May Eat" Café, offers locally sourced, made-from-scratch meals every weekday. It meets you right where you are in your budget.
Nonprofit loses $28,000 due to bankrupt third-party donation site
A small mountain food bank in Leadville lost nearly $28,000 after a fundraising company handling its donations declared bankruptcy while still holding the nonprofit's money.
Speed enforcement begins soon along stretch of I-25 in Northern Colorado
For the first time in Colorado history, speed enforcement cameras will begin issuing citations along a major interstate.
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SAME, or "So All May Eat" Café, offers locally sourced, made-from-scratch meals
Eating out can add up quickly, especially in today’s economy. One Denver organization is easing that expense, meal by meal.
Nonprofit loses $28,000 due to bankrupt third-party donation site Flipcause
A small Colorado mountain food bank in Leadville lost nearly $28,000 after a fundraising company handling its donations declared bankruptcy while still holding the nonprofit's money.
Speed enforcement begins soon along stretch of I-25 in Northern Colorado
The Colorado Department of Transportation announced Northern Colorado will be home to the first speed cameras along I-25, with a 30-day warning period beginning March 1.
Aurora leaders are among the city leaders preparing for possible dry summer
A warm, dry winter is beginning to create concerns about the water supply in Colorado cities like Aurora.
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Nelson won't be at U.S. men's team State of the Union appearance
The U.S. men's hockey team visited the White House on Tuesday ahead of their upcoming appearance at Tuesday night's State of the Union address by President Trump. One player that won't be there is Brock Nelson.
U.S. men's hockey team coming to State of the Union, Johnson says
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
Penguins acquire Samuel Girard, second-round pick for Brett Kulak
The Penguins have traded defenseman Brett Kulak to the Colorado Avalanche for defenseman Samuel Girard and a second-round pick in the 2028 draft.
U.S. women's hockey team declines State of the Union invitation
The U.S. women's ice hockey team said Monday they will not be attending President Trump's State of the Union address, citing scheduling conflicts.
Lindsey Vonn says surgery saved leg from amputation after Olympics crash
American skier Lindsey Vonn, who crashed seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, said she is finally out of the hospital as she recovers.
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Hegseth demands full military access to Anthropic's AI model, sets deadline
The Pentagon may decide to officially designate Anthropic as a "supply chain risk" to push them out of government, sources say.
U.S. men's hockey team coming to State of the Union, Johnson says
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
Pirro drops effort to indict 6 lawmakers who posted video on illegal orders
A grand jury refused to return an indictment against the six Democratic lawmakers earlier this month.
Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
Senate fails to advance DHS funding as ICE deal remains out of reach
The Senate failed to advance a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday, 11 days into a partial government shutdown with no apparent end in sight.
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Poll on Trump State of the Union finds most say admin. hasn't explained Iran policy
In new CBS News poll, most describe the state of the country as "divided;" Republicans are optimistic. Democrats and Republicans alike want to hear Trump talk about the economy and the cost of living.
Hegseth demands full military access to Anthropic's AI model, sets deadline
The Pentagon may decide to officially designate Anthropic as a "supply chain risk" to push them out of government, sources say.
U.S. men's hockey team coming to State of the Union, Johnson says
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
Pirro drops effort to indict 6 lawmakers who posted video on illegal orders
A grand jury refused to return an indictment against the six Democratic lawmakers earlier this month.
Senate fails to advance DHS funding as ICE deal remains out of reach
The Senate failed to advance a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday, 11 days into a partial government shutdown with no apparent end in sight.
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Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
How old is your brain? Colorado doctor's neurotechnology study has the answer.
From headphones that can tell the age of your brain to a headband that can help rewire your brain, consumer neurotechnology devices are unraveling the mysteries of the mind
Clear Creek woman survives cardiac arrest, relearns CPR
A Clear Creek County woman is relearning CPR weeks after she says the technique saved her life.
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Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
Paramount Skydance raises bid for Warner Bros. Discover to $31 per share
Warner Bros. Discovery said it will engage with Paramount Skydance to assess if its latest offer is superior to Netflix's $83 billion bid.
Ford recalling some 413,000 Explorers due to potential steering control loss
Ford is recalling almost 413,000 Explorers from model years 2017 through 2019 due to a defect that could cause drivers to lose steering control, the U.S. auto safety regulator said
FedEx sues Trump administration for "full refund" of tariff payments
FedEx sued the Trump administration over its tariffs on Monday, asking for a "full refund" of all payments it made to the government under a set of tariff policies that were ruled illegal by the Supreme Court.
Tariffs pose "huge uncertainty" after Supreme Court ruling, experts say
The Trump administration is unlikely to back down from pursuing additional tariffs following the Supreme Court decision, according to trade experts.
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Colorado cop "actively roadraging" faces criminal charges
The case of a police officer who allegedly fled after off-duty road rage incident that ended in crash on I-25 is highlighting the hiring pressures small departments in Colorado face.
Youth hockey coach facing child abuse charge after colliding with player
A popular youth hockey coach in southern Colorado has been arrested for investigation of felony child abuse after colliding on the ice with one of his players in a case that one of the coach's supporters called a "terrifying precedent for youth sports across the country."
Pastor ordered to repay family more than $300,000 for construction project
A Denver judge this week ordered an area pastor, Tilo Lopez, to pay a family $311,000 in restitution after Lopez was criminally prosecuted in connection with a construction project he said he would do for the family.
Glenwood Caverns files for bankruptcy 5 years after death of 6-year-old
The filing comes months after a judge ordered the company to pay more than $116 million for its role in the 2021 death of 6-year-old Wongel Estifanos.
Hearings spike in months following change to Denver parking dispute process
Denver drivers continue to be impacted by a change in how parking tickets are disputed. That system changed in September, when the city eliminated the ability to dispute parking tickets online.