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State historian says land rights fight offers a blueprint for working together
Colorado State Historian Nicki Gonzales says real change happens when people who don't always agree find a way to work together anyway.
Aurora seeks public input on future transportation improvements in Fitzsimons District
Aurora city planners are asking the public to help identify transportation challenges and shape future improvements in the Fitzsimons District in Aurora.
Crews close trail in Golden due to heavy bear activity
Municipal crews in Golden have closed a walking trail because of heavy bear activity.
Denver's Four Mile Historic Park offers colorful lantern adventure
Bright Nights is back at Four Mile Historic Park for the fourth year.
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Rain chances continue Thursday and Friday before warmer weekend in Colorado
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DOJ charges Utah postal worker for allegedly dumping mail ballots in trash
The Justice Department says a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Utah threw out more than 300 mail ballots that were being sent to voters for the state's June primary.
Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
What is the White House press pool and how does it work?
President Trump's move to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House has highlighted the role of the press pool.
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U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
ICE officer who shot Venezuelan man wasn't wearing body camera, sources say
The ICE officer who shot a Venezuelan delivery driver was not wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, sources familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
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Clear Creek County Sheriff's deputies urge drivers to move over for emergency vehicles
Clear Creek County Sheriff's deputies urge drivers to move over for emergency vehicles since it is the law.
Eastbound I-70 closed at Kipling for 83 hours over the weekend for bridge repair
Eastbound lanes of I-70 will be closed at Kipling starting at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, and ending at 6 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29.
Colorado rural neighbors say trash collection changes are attracting bears
Some Colorado neighbors say their trash provider is making it difficult for them to protect their trash from bears.
DHS says no active TB cases confirmed at Aurora ICE Processing Center
The Department of Homeland Security is denying reports claiming there's a new case of tuberculosis at an ICE detention center in Colorado.
East Colfax revitalization efforts in Aurora face public safety concerns after possible kidnapping
A woman seen on surveillance video being forced into a car outside an Aurora library has been found safe, but the incident this week is raising renewed concerns about public safety along a stretch of East Colfax Avenue.
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Montezuma County orchard serves up century-old varieties of apples
The orchard has grown to nearly 400 trees, all growing varieties of apples that were thought lost to history.
Red Cliff's iconic bridge connects Colorado's past to its future
Bridges do more than connect roads. In Colorado, some connect us to the past. That's especially true in Red Cliff, where the iconic steel arch bridge has become a symbol of the small mountain town.
Find out how Dillon Reservoir obscured some traces of Summit County's history in Colorado
Up until 1961, Dillon was located below where the Dillon Reservoir now lies. The Colorado mountain town has actually moved three different times in its history.
Nearly 80 years on, Castlewood Canyon's Cherry Creek Arch Bridge still delights
As Colorado marks its 150th year of statehood, CBS Colorado is highlighting the Cherry Creek Arch Bridge in partnership with Colorado Preservation Inc., which works to preserve historic places across the state.
CBS Colorado documentary follows families whose histories are woven into the land
As Colorado marks 150 years of statehood, a new documentary features the voices of the Centennial State.
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Outcome of employment lawsuit could promote use of skimpy health plans
A long-running lawsuit challenging what it means to be an employee and therefore have access to work-based health plans is being closely watched by health policy analysts.
Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Arapahoe County helping to fund and expand bilingual doula workforce
Arapahoe County Public Health has invested money to support moms and families through a bilingual doula program. Doulas are trained to give support before, during and after birth.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
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Church sued over alleged sex assault, disputes key allegations
A former student and her parents are suing a church and school, alleging officials failed to protect the girl from a music director who they say sexually assaulted her when she was 13 and then failed to properly respond when concerns surfaced.
Birthday rule creates coverage headaches for family of twins
Despite having health insurance, families in Colorado have been hit with massive medical bills after their babies spent time in NICUs.
Denver mayor on knife incident: "Over in a matter of seconds," office says
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's security detail drew his gun on a man at Union Station last week, the mayor's office said Monday.
Denver city attorney faces second ethics complaint, this time over airport legal work
Denver City Attorney Faces Second Ethics Complaint, This One Over DIA Legal Work
Ethics complaint filed against Denver city attorney over hiring of former law firm
An anonymous Denver city employee has filed an ethics complaint against City Attorney Miko Brown, alleging she may have violated the Denver Code of Ethics in connection with the city's hiring of the law firm where Brown previously worked.
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Clear Creek County reminds drivers to pull over for emergency vehicles
The Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office released video of a patrol vehicle with lights flashing trying to get through traffic on I-70, showing the challenges that first responders have experienced.
Colorado drivers to detour around second weekend closure of I-70 at Kipling
The Colorado Department of Transportation is preparing for its second weekend closure around eastbound I-70 and Kipling.
Colorado rural neighbors say trash collection changes are attracting bears
Some Colorado neighbors say their trash provider is making it difficult for them to protect their trash from bears.
Aurora's Colfax revitalization efforts face concerns after possible kidnapping
A woman seen on surveillance video being forced into a car outside an Aurora library has been found safe, but the incident this week is raising renewed concerns about public safety along a stretch of East Colfax Avenue.
DHS says no active TB cases confirmed at Aurora ICE Processing Center
The Department of Homeland Security is denying reports claiming there's a new case of tuberculosis at an ICE detention center in Colorado.
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Mountain lions captured on drone video near Nederland Middle and Senior High School
Mountain lions were captured frolicking on drone video near Nederland Middle and Senior High School.
Molson Coors hosts Clear Creek cleanup with employees joining volunteers
Molson Coors hosted a Clear Creek cleanup with employees joining volunteers to remove litter and debris from the waterway.
Commerce City passes 6-month pause on data centers
Commerce City passes a 6-month pause on data centers as the city considers adding specific regulations around data centers.
Rain chances continue Thursday and Friday before warmer weekend in Colorado
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Denver Summit FC to break ground on stadium Oct. 1
The Denver Summit FC will break ground on the new stadium off Santa Fe Drive on Oct. 1.
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Sanders removes 3 players from Buffs roster: "We ain't playing"
CU coach Deion Sanders says he removed three players from the Buffaloes roster after what he called conduct that was detrimental to the team.
Broncos LB Que Robinson explains why he gave a Mile High salute
Hours before Sunday's Broncos game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Denver, Broncos edge rusher Que Robinson "just woke up feeling good."
Denver Broncos fans kickoff home opener in style, celebrate a win
Long before game time, Denver Broncos fans were kicking off the home opener in style.
New Denver Broncos mascot thunders onto the field for the first time
Sunday's matchup between the Broncos and the Jaguars held a special moment for Denver: the introduction of the team's new mascot.
Colorado State apologizes to BYU for derogatory chants as Cougars beat Rams 41-23
Colorado State issued an apology to BYU on Saturday night for derogatory chants aimed at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints coming from the stands.
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Dolly Parton's estate granted restraining order against her nephew
A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.
Disney is raising prices for Disney+ and Hulu. See the breakdown.
The price hikes for new subscribers are effective immediately. Existing subscribers' plans will go up next month.
Social Security tax hike "financially impossible" for many, expert says
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
Shipwreck, apparent human remains found 7 years after boat sank in Atlantic
The nonprofit Green Oceans asked the Coast Guard to reopen an investigation that had classified the F/V Mistress as lost.
Mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since May 2024
As rates climb, more buyers are seeking riskier adjustable-rate mortgages, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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Judge blocks White House ban on news outlets, but reporters still denied access
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, but access has not yet been restored.
Navy reports 8 suicide attempts on carrier group that faced monthslong deployment
There have been eight suicide attempts across the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group since the beginning of its grueling monthslong deployment last year, Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said.
DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism"
The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
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Oil prices back up as U.S. and Iran trade threats to expand 7-month war
As Iran responds to Trump's threat of annihilation with its own warning of a possible "new front" in the war, global oil prices are rising again.
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Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
Denver health officials confirm first case of West Nile Virus in the city this year
Denver health officials are reminding the community that mosquitoes remain active after confirming the city's first case of West Nile virus this year.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Colorado health officials warn of possible measles exposure
Officials from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued an alert about a possible measles exposure after a confirmed case with an unvaccinated out-of-state visitor earlier this week.
1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
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Denver-based barbershop franchise celebrates 25 years
Denver-based Floyd's 99 Barbershop is celebrating 25 years in business after opening its first shop on Broadway.
Disney is raising prices for Disney+ and Hulu. See the breakdown.
The price hikes for new subscribers are effective immediately. Existing subscribers' plans will go up next month.
Social Security tax hike "financially impossible" for many, expert says
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
Mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since May 2024
As rates climb, more buyers are seeking riskier adjustable-rate mortgages, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
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Denver ambulances took more than 9 minutes to arrive thousands of times
Denver Health ambulances took more than nine minutes to arrive after being assigned to an emergency call 7,865 times during the first seven months of 2026, according to an analysis of ambulance response records obtained by CBS Colorado.
Emails, texts show city attorney pushed for her former firm after insurer rejection
A series of internal emails and text messages obtained by CBS Colorado appears to show the Denver city attorney pushing to get her former law firm hired for legal work involving Denver International Airport — even after the airport's insurance company initially rejected the firm.
Investigation raises questions about downtown Denver parking lot
A Denver man is the latest consumer to raise concerns about the technology being used to pay for and enforce parking downtown.
One year after Evergreen High shooting, dogs bring calm and connection
Evergreen High has two new members of its community -- two dogs whose presence has become part of the daily rhythm of the school, offering students and staff something they desperately needed after a shooting shattered their sense of safety.
Denver Ethics Board to investigate complaints against city attorney
Denver's Board of Ethics voted unanimously to investigate two complaints against City Attorney Miko Brown.