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Protesters, Colorado officials denounce plans to dismantle critical climate research center
In Boulder, a large crowd of protesters and several Colorado officials turned out Saturday to protest against plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research.
Power outage in Boulder area affects atomic clock, "Time is not broken" NIST says
Due to the power outage, time (very) briefly stood still at the NIST Internet Time Service facility in Boulder.
Cleanup continues after train derails into Gunnison River, spills over 8,000 gallons of fuel
Two weeks after a rockslide in Colorado derailed a train into the Gunnison River, spilling thousands of gallons of fuel into the water, the Environmental Protection Agency said the initial cleanup operation is coming to a close.
Man found guilty of robbing Aurora woman selling jewelry on Facebook
One of two men accused of robbing an Aurora woman who was selling jewelry out of her home has been found guilty on multiple felony charges.
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MSU wins first NCAA Volleyball Division II National Championship
The Metropolitan State University of Denver Roadrunners are now volleyball national champions for the first time in the history of the program.
Lindsey Vonn, 41, wins World Cup downhill, 1st victory in 8 years
Lindsey Vonn raced to a stunningly fast win in a World Cup downhill on Friday to earn her first victory after a five-year retirement.
Trump honors "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic men's hockey team
President Trump hosted members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team — famous for defeating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" — at a bill signing.
NASCAR settles antitrust case filed by team owned by Michael Jordan
NASCAR has reached a settlement of the bruising antitrust lawsuit filed against it by two of its race teams, including one co-owned by NBA great Michael Jordan.
Denver City Council to vote on future of National Women's Soccer League stadium
The newest Colorado sports team is getting ready for its inaugural season in the Mile High City, but the future of the team's stadium is in limbo.
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One person injured in shooting involving police in Denver metro area
One person was taken to the hospital after a shooting involving Northglenn police Friday night.
Power outage in Boulder area affects atomic clock, "Time is not broken" NIST says
In advance of hurricane force winds moving into Colorado earlier this week, Xcel Energy preemptively shut off power to protect areas of the state from extreme fire danger. But due to the outage, time (very) briefly stood still at the NIST Internet Time Service facility in Boulder.
Denver residents team up with Red Cross, Xcel Energy to help resource center in Evergreen
City Ice, a family-owned business in Denver, was loading up Saturday afternoon for another trip to the foothills. The company answered the call from the American Red Cross, which teamed up with Xcel Energy to deliver ice to the Evergreen resource center, a temporary shelter at the Evergreen Fire Department to provide emergency supplies and power for charging devices.
Protesters, Colorado officials denounce plans to dismantle critical climate research center
In Boulder, crowds of protesters and several Colorado officials turned out to protest against plans to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research.
Fire department, volunteers help Colorado community in need during prolonged power outage
The Evergreen Fire Station has been serving as a resource center for many members of the community without power, offering food, internet service, batteries and place to stay warm.
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Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Kennedy Center adds Trump's name to building
Mr. Trump's name was added in large letters above "The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts" on the building's facade.
DOJ releases trove of Epstein files including photos, grand jury testimonies
The Justice Department has released records from the Epstein files, the first documents to come to light under a new law signed by President Trump.
Inside the FDA's vaccine uproar
A memo from Dr. Vinay Prasad, the head of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, may signal an effort to to rewrite the rules governing the U.S. vaccine system.
TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
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RTD sued by Colorado disability group over cuts to Access on Demand program
RTD is being sued in federal court over changes to Access on Demand, which provides services for Coloradans with disabilities. Plaintiffs' attorneys are hoping a judge puts a stop to the changes before the Jan. 1 implementation.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
CU Anschutz program sparks friendship with pharmacy student & great grandma
A program at University of Colorado Anschutz is connecting its health care students with seniors to help prepare them for future interactions with older generations.
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.
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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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Bond granted for Jeanette Vizguerra, could be released from ICE custody soon
Nine months after Colorado immigration activist Jeanette Vizguerra was taken into Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, she will soon be released from detention.
"We're supporting each other on and off stage": "Annie" orphans feel like family
Go on a journey to find family during Town Hall Arts Center's production of "Annie."
Firefighters rush to put out garage fire that spread to home in Franktown
Crews with the Franktown Fire Protection District rushed to extinguish a fire that started in the garage of a home in Franktown early Monday morning and then spread into the main residence.
United Operations Center at DIA facilitates travel for 10 million over holidays
Airports across the country are seeing record-breaking travel, and this includes the United Operations Center at the Denver International Airport.
Plane makes emergency landing without pilot's help, in first use of "Autoland"
On Saturday, a plane landed at Colorado's Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport without a pilot's help.
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United Operations Center at Denver International Airport prepares for 10 million over holiday season
Airports across the country are seeing record-breaking travel, and this includes the United Operations Center at the Denver International Airport.
Denver Summit FC may look elsewhere if the city council doesn't approve plans
Denver Summit FC says it may look elsewhere if the city council doesn't approve the plans for a professional women's soccer stadium.
Franktown firefighters rushed to a garage fire near Deerpath Trail and E. State Highway 86
Franktown firefighters rushed to a garage fire near Deerpath Trail and E. State Highway 86 early Monday morning.
Pres. Trump and FEMA deny Colorado's request for major disaster declarations
Pres. Trump and FEMA deny Colorado's request for major disaster declarations related to wildfires in August.
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Denver Broncos' win streak comes to an end in 34-20 loss to Jaguars
The AFC South-leading Jaguars (11-4) won their sixth straight game and handed the Broncos (12-3) their first loss since Week 3. It was also Denver's first loss at home since Oct. 13, 2024, snapping the Broncos' 12-game home winning streak.
Anthony Joshua defeats Jake Paul by knockout
Former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua defeated YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul by knockout in the sixth round of their much-anticipated bout at the Kaseya Center in Miami late Friday night.
Broncos fan videos go viral, inspire kids to pursue dreams in the Orange Zone
Broncos fan David Solano's videos are going viral on TikTok and Instagram and he's featured in this week's Orange Zone.
Nuggets bring holiday magic to Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver
Thousands of kids around the Denver metro area are seeing the generosity of their community this holiday season.
Rapids announce change of venue for match against Messi & Inter Miami
One of the greatest soccer players in the world is scheduled to play in Denver.
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Plane makes emergency landing without pilot's help, in first use of "Autoland"
On Saturday, a plane landed at Colorado's Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport without a pilot's help.
Actor James Ransone, known for his role in "The Wire," dies at 46
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
U.S. Coast Guard pursuing third oil tanker off Venezuela coast, source says
If caught and seized, it would be the third Venezuelan tanker taken by the U.S. this month.
Khanna says DOJ Epstein files release was a "slap in the face" to survivors
Rep. Ro Khanna said the release of an initial tranche of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was a "slap in the face of survivors," while Rep. Thomas Massie said the DOJ is "flouting the spirit and the letter of the law."
Bowen Yang leaves "SNL" after 8 seasons
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
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U.S. Coast Guard pursuing third oil tanker off Venezuela coast, source says
If caught and seized, it would be the third Venezuelan tanker taken by the U.S. this month.
Khanna says DOJ Epstein files release was a "slap in the face" to survivors
Rep. Ro Khanna said the release of an initial tranche of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was a "slap in the face of survivors," while Rep. Thomas Massie said the DOJ is "flouting the spirit and the letter of the law."
At least 15 newly-released Epstein files have disappeared from DOJ's website, records show
The episode has deepened concerns that had already emerged from the Justice Department's much-anticipated document release.
U.S. seizes a second vessel off the coast of Venezuela
It's the second time in recent weeks that the United States has interdicted a tanker, and it comes amid a large U.S. military build-up in Latin America.
Polis calls for transparency as over thousands of customers still without power
The governor called on Xcel to be more transparent about these shutoffs, echoing his concerns after Xcel implemented a similar shutoff last year. He said those concerns have not been addressed over a year and a half later.
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This professional Santa's dream of spreading holiday cheer fuels stroke recovery
Brent Rasmussen had a massive stroke in 2023. Getting his "ho ho ho back" helped motivate his recovery.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Inside the FDA's vaccine uproar
A memo from Dr. Vinay Prasad, the head of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, may signal an effort to to rewrite the rules governing the U.S. vaccine system.
Health officials remind residents about food, medication safety due outages
Jeffco public health officials are warning about refrigerated food and medications no longer being safe during ongoing outages.
Colorado sees first influenza-associated pediatric death of the season
Colorado health officials have confirmed the state's first influenza-associated pediatric death of the 2025-2026 season. The child, who was elementary school-aged, died last week, according to state health officials.
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Christmas tree lot sells trees from Colorado, keeping business local
A family-owned business in Gunbarrel is selling trees from Colorado for Christmas, and you still have time to get a native tree for your celebration. The company says its work also helps reduce the risk of wildfires in the region.
Golden businesses scramble as power outages stretch into the weekend
After losing power Friday morning, restaurants coordinated efforts to keep food from spoiling. Multiple businesses ran generators while others shared cold storage space, including a refrigerated truck, secured by Woody's Pizza.
Polis calls for transparency as over thousands of customers still without power
The governor called on Xcel to be more transparent about these shutoffs, echoing his concerns after Xcel implemented a similar shutoff last year. He said those concerns have not been addressed over a year and a half later.
As outages continue, local businesses become community hubs for some
Friday was a difficult day for some Coloradans who have had to endure a second public safety power shutoff this week and no clear timeline as to when power would be turned back on at their homes.
Downtown Golden businesses take a hit during power outages
On a Friday night the week before Christmas, downtown Golden should be packed. But the shops and restaurants were closed down, and holiday shoppers and diners were nowhere to be found.
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Women who were drugged, raped by cardiologist filing suit
Six women who say they were drugged and raped by former cardiologist Stephen Matthews plan to file a civil lawsuit against Matthews and the Hinge dating app, which they say allowed Matthews to remain on the app even after women had told Hinge that Matthews was a rapist.
Victim in Wash Park shooting speaks at vigil for victims of gun violence
In Denver 10 months ago, a man named Ben Varga had just gotten dropped off at Washington Park to meet friends for a picnic. Not far away, two men were on a bench arguing.
Woman wins judgment against jewelry store over unlicensed scale
In late 2024, Chrisanne Grimaldi was facing a common problem; she was drowning in medical debt totaling $80,000 and needed cash to pay down her debt.
Man jailed after allegedly body slamming lawyer at courthouse
A man allegedly attacked and injured a defense lawyer at Arapahoe County's courthouse, CBS Colorado has learned.
Review raises red flags over Colorado's helitak program & leadership decisions
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.