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1 dead after shooting at Denver's Russell Square Park
A day after the shooting at Russell Square Park in Denver, police said one adult female had died. Neighbors said the shooting happened during a celebration with a lot of children in attendance.
Voters choose name for Front Range Passenger Rail
The new train route, dubbed the "Front Range Passenger Rail," will connect Pueblo to Fort Collins along Colorado's Front Range and Coloradans were asked to vote for their favorite name for the train.
Pioneers goalie Johnny Hicks helps lead team to Frozen Four
After shutting out Cornell in the semifinals, the University of Denver Pioneers' goalie Johnny Hicks made 26 saves against Western Michigan to knock out the defending national champs and send the Pioneers to Vegas.
Firefighters nearly contain Bear Creek Fire burning on U.S. Forest Service land
Firefighters were able to contain the Bear Creek Fire at 75% as it was burning on U.S. Forest Service land in Colorado.
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From fire weather to rain showers in Denver
Joe Ruch is tracking the potential for April showers in Denver this week.
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Former Wednesday Child finds success, searches for closure
Kevin Tydlaska-Dziedzic was a Wednesday's Child when he was 10, and had a hard path to become who he is today.
Raise the Future is committed to supporting adoptive families
Raise the Future is helping parents learn new ways to connect with their kids who have experienced trauma.
Tools help parents connect with kids from hard places
Trust based relational intervention, or TBRI, gives parents specific tools that help children heal from trauma.
Raise the Future lobbies, gives a voice to kids who are in foster care
The nonprofit Raise the Future has more than 40 years of experience helping children in Colorado who are in foster care.
Adoption from foster care impacts future of Colorado woman
When parents decide to adopt a child out of foster care, it can have a profound impact on their biological children.
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Striking workers at JBS meat processing plant expected to return to work despite no contract
The workers voted to strike over workplace safety conditions and pay, while the company disputed their allegations.
Flipcause bankruptcy leaves Denver nonprofit without more than $18K in donations
While participants of a nonprofit's financial empowerment class focus on financial stability, the nonprofit itself is facing a sudden financial setback after an out-of-state company that worked with thousands of nonprofits collapsed.
1 dead after shooting at Denver's Russell Square Park on Easter: "There were a lot of children here"
A day after the shooting at Russell Square Park in Denver, police said one adult female had died. Neighbors said the shooting happened during a celebration with a lot of children in attendance.
April showers expected across Colorado and in Denver
Joe Ruch is tracking showers across Colorado.
Colorado lawmakers seek harsher penalties for reckless drivers who kill people
Many of those drivers are only charged with misdemeanors and face probation, even as the number of people killed in crashes increases.
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Trump gives Iran 48-hour deadline to reopen Strait of Hormuz or "Hell will reign down"
The war shows no signs of slowing as Iran responds to airstrikes with attacks across the region.
23 states sue Trump over new executive order targeting mail voting
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
Alito treated for dehydration after falling ill in March, Supreme Court says
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was treated for dehydration after falling ill at an event in Philadelphia on March 20, the court's public information office said.
American fighter jet downed over Iran, 1 crew member rescued
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
Military archbishop suggests Iran war isn't justified
Archbishop Timothy Broglio, who heads the Catholic Archdiocese for the Military Services USA, told CBS' Ed O'Keefe that the war is likely not justified under the Just War Theory.
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Allergy season starts early; get tips for how to deal with them
A record warm winter, combined with dry conditions across Colorado, has created the perfect conditions for allergy season to start early.
Colorado marks "Purple Day" as bill targets epilepsy‑related death reporting
The Colorado State Senate recognized Purple Day, marking efforts to raise awareness about epilepsy and support people living with the neurological disorder. For one state senator, the recognition carried deep personal meaning.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Rocky Mountain Children's creates teen lounge inspired by former patient
There's a new dedicated space for teens and young adults to find a sense of normalcy while receiving medical treatment, and it's inspired by a former patient.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
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Moms decry state juvenile detention conditions amid civil rights lawsuit
Colorado's youth detention facilities are at the center of a civil rights lawsuit alleging that children are being kept beyond their court-ordered release dates. Advocates and families say the impact is irreversible.
Denver city attorney responds to DIA lawsuit, calls claims "upsetting"
One day after DIA's general counsel filed a federal lawsuit against the city and three of Mayor Mike Johnston's appointees -- alleging unethical and potentially illegal behavior, and claiming they were plotting to oust airport CEO Phil Washington -- one of the appointees, City Attorney Miko Brown, responded by saying of the claims in the lawsuit, "I know they're upsetting."
Locksmith refunds 90-year-old he charged thousands for lock replacement
A woman whose aging mother was charged thousands of dollars to change a lock reached out to CBS Colorado in hopes that the station would help them get the money back.
Denver mayor's office calls new airport lawsuit "horses***"
A senior lawyer at Denver International Airport filed a federal lawsuit against the city and three top officials, claiming he was pushed out of his job after warning about possible alleged violations of law and more.
Denver may be subsidizing suburban fire service amid budget crisis
A CBS Colorado investigation has found Denver may now be subsidizing fire protection for neighboring cities -- despite deals that were supposed to save money -- as the city faces deep budget cuts and layoffs.
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Colorado Rockies Home Opener
See photos taken at and around Coors Field on Friday, April 3, 2026, for the Colorado Rockies home opener of the 2026 season. The Rockies fell to the Phillies by a score of 10-1.
Denver Summit FC inaugural home game
Denver Summit FC took on Washington Spirit in the team's first home game of their inaugural season.
Bill would expand criminally negligent homicide to include vehicular homicide
Some state lawmakers want more accountability for reckless drivers who kill people.
Texas, Colorado defendants sentenced in $1.5 million USPS bribery scheme
Prosecutors say two USPS employees received kickbacks from trucking company owners in exchange for helping secure about $15 million in postal service contracts.
Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway reopens to visitors over Memorial Day weekend
The road to Colorado's Mount Blue Sky is expected to reopen soon after the completion of a lengthy construction project.
Poll shows Colorado voters support child cellphone, social media limits
A statewide poll by the nonpartisan Colorado Polling Institute shows that the majority of Coloradans are concerned about the effects of social media on children's health, and many support restrictions for children under the age of 16.
Denver police arrest man suspected in fatal shooting on E. Virginia Avenue
Denver police have arrested the man they believe was responsible for a fatal shooting on E. Virginia Avenue on Thursday afternoon.
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From fire weather to rain showers in Denver
Joe Ruch is tracking the potential for April showers in Denver this week.
Some business owners in Old Town Fort Collins object to proposed paid parking
The City of Fort Collins in Northern Colorado continues to press forward with plans to bring back paid parking to Old Town, even as some residents and business owners object.
Denver Pioneers Head Coach David Carle talks preparation ahead of the Frozen Four
Head Coach David Carle shared how the Denver Pioneers are preparing for the Frozen Four and what they're looking forward to in the tournament.
Boulder nonprofit helps you save money on home renovations
The staff at Resource Central is staying busy as the weather warms up and people start spring cleaning and thinking about home renocation projects.
Road to Mount Blue Sky expected to open Memorial Day weekend after 2024 closure, construction
The Colorado Department of Transportation closed the Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway in September 2024. Since then, crews have been working to repair the damaged roadway from the Summit Lake overflow parking lot to the switchback past Summit Lake, and to restore the natural hydraulic processes throughout the area.
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Pioneers goalie Johnny Hicks helps lead team to Frozen Four
After shutting out Cornell in the semifinals, the University of Denver Pioneers' goalie Johnny Hicks made 26 saves against Western Michigan to knock out the defending national champs and send the Pioneers to Vegas.
Rockies lose, downtown businesses win Opening Day 2026
Sidewalks were packed, and streets were buzzing Friday, as thousands of fans flooded downtown Rockies Opening Day.
Disability hasn't stopped Rockies fan from attending games for three decades
Despite needing help with his motor skills and movement, it hasn't stopped Randy Milliken from loving his favorite team.
Looking to head downtown for the Rockies home opener? You have options
With only a few hours left until the big game -- the Colorado Rockies home opener at Coors Field in Denver -- CBS Colorado was keeping an eye on Ticketmaster for baseball fans who are looking to still purchase a ticket.
Rockies emphasize bold flavors, fan favorites with menu set for Opening Day
Fans heading to Coors Field in Denver this season can expect more than baseball.
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New details about Epstein's lenient plea deal revealed in DOJ files
While Epstein was on work release from a Florida jail nearly 20 years ago, he had sex in a vehicle in the prison parking lot, according to a FBI interview.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Trump, top officials share new details of rescue of U.S. airmen from Iran
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
Artemis II crew on path back to Earth after historic trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
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Trump warns of "critical period" in Iran war as deadline to avoid escalation looms
President Trump's deadline for Iran to reach a deal to end the war or face punishing strikes on its bridges and power plants is less than 24 hours away.
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Bill would expand criminally negligent homicide to include vehicular homicide
Some state lawmakers want more accountability for reckless drivers who kill people.
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New details about Epstein's lenient plea deal revealed in DOJ files
While Epstein was on work release from a Florida jail nearly 20 years ago, he had sex in a vehicle in the prison parking lot, according to a FBI interview.
Trump, top officials share new details of rescue of U.S. airmen from Iran
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
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White House is expected to shake up more leadership roles at DOJ, sources say
The changes were likely to affect Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward, the No. 3 official at the Justice Department and Harmeet Dhillon, the Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division.
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Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
HHS announces national program to study effect of microplastics on humans
The Environmental Protection Agency also added microplastics to its contaminant candidate list for the first time.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
Online Brain Screening helps patients recognize symptoms, get help
About half a million people in Colorado are living with a brain injury and many of them don't know it.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
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Flipcause bankruptcy leaves Denver nonprofit without over $18K in donations
While participants of a nonprofit's financial empowerment class focus on financial stability, the nonprofit itself is facing a sudden financial setback after an out-of-state company that worked with thousands of nonprofits collapsed.
Businesses in Old Town Fort Collins object to proposed paid parking
The City of Fort Collins in Northern Colorado continues to press forward with plans to bring back paid parking to Old Town, even as some residents and business owners object.
Denver Alamo Drafthouse workers say new QR system will hurt movie industry
Employees at the Alamo Drafthouse near Sloan's Lake in Denver are pushing back against a new ordering system they say is getting in the way of both their jobs and the moviegoing experience.
Sauté pans sold at Costco recalled after metal caps "forcefully eject"
One consumer reported sustaining bruising and burn injuries.
Rockies lose, downtown businesses win Opening Day 2026
Sidewalks were packed, and streets were buzzing Friday, as thousands of fans flooded downtown Rockies Opening Day.
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Aerial attack: Colorado fire forecasters look to airborne fleet for help
Anticipating a challenging summer wildfire season, forecasters with Colorado's Division of Fire Prevention and Control are preparing to rely heavily on a pair of state-owned aircraft-both to detect fires early and to assist in fighting them once they ignite.
Truck driver in gas station crash charged, trucking company has history of violations
CBS Colorado is investigating a trucking company involved in a crash at a gas station in the southern part of the Denver metro area last month.
Denver jury finds police critic guilty of doxing cop, DA says she crossed the line
A Denver jury has found activist Regan Benson, a frequent critic of police, guilty of "doxing" a Denver police commander during a livestream last September, in what appears to be the first conviction under Colorado's anti-doxing law.
Fire chiefs in neighboring departments call for dispatch system upgrades
Fire chiefs in two departments northwest of Denver, Westminster and Arvada, say gaps in emergency dispatch technology between neighboring departments can slow response times and, in some cases, limit how quickly help arrives.
State: assisted living center took 13 minutes to begin CPR on resident
A state investigation has found that a Denver assisted living facility took 13 minutes to locate a resident who collapsed and begin CPR -- failures regulators say placed all 125 residents in "immediate jeopardy."