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Engineers rescued after rockslide derails train in Colorado
Two engineers were rescued in Colorado after a rockslide caused their train to derail into the Gunnison River earlier this week.
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.
Aurora Fox Arts Center 2026 season is eclectic, "affordable, and accessible"
Aurora Fox Arts Center is kicking off it's 2026 season in January, and it includes a classic, two regional premieres, and a collaboration.
Nonprofit that supports LGBTQ+ youth making changes after a break-in
YouthSeen, a nonprofit that provides mental health and healing services for queer and trans people of color, reported that its office in Denver was broken into.
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Heavy snow heading for Colorado's high country
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U.S. cities will see big tourism boost from World Cup, analysis predicts
After a lackluster year for tourism, the U.S. is likely to see a jump in international visitors for the 2026 World Cup, economists say.
After CSU players spit on opposing players, coach and athletic director apologize
The interim coach of the Colorado State Rams football team along with the university's athletic director apologized to their on-field opponent after a spitting incident over the weekend.
Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in mafia-linked illegal poker case
NBA Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups appeared in court over allegations of cheating in high-stakes poker games that prosecutors say were operated by mafia figures.
Colorado community mourns beloved Valor volleyball coach Jayne McHugh
After representing the U.S. in Olympic volleyball and coaching at her alma mater, she served as director and head coach of the girls' volleyball program at Valor, where she led the team to multiple state titles.
Rapids release schedule; it includes home game vs. Messi & Inter Miami
The Colorado Rapids released their schedule, and it includes a match against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami at home.
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"The Notebook" coming to life as a musical at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts
First adapted from a novel into a film, now “The Notebook” is the latest musical to come to life on stage at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
Rate of Alzheimer's disease is increasing. Know what early signs to watch for.
Dr. Lindsey Fish with Denver Health spoke about early warning signs to be aware of with Alzheimer's disease.
Heavy snow heading for Colorado's high country
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Natural or human-triggered avalanches possible in some Colorado mountain areas
With snow in Colorado's mountains, skiers, boarders and other visitors are heading back to the high country. And they should be aware of avalanche danger.
Investigators say contractor damaged gas line near 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.
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Bipartisan health care deal remains elusive in the Senate as parties dig in
A bipartisan deal on health care remains elusive in the Senate with a key vote on Affordable Care Act tax credits set for next week.
Funeral details announced for state senator killed in car crash
The Colorado state senator who was killed in a car crash will be laid to rest on Friday afternoon.
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.
U.S. halts all immigration cases for nationals of 19 countries, guidance says
The Trump administration has halted all immigration applications filed by people from 19 countries, according to internal government guidance, its latest move to restrict legal immigration pathways.
Justice Department seeks to dismiss Maurene Comey's lawsuit over her firing
The Justice Department is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit that former federal prosecutor Maurene Comey brought against it, saying she didn't properly follow administrative complaint procedures before suing.
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Man getting new lease on life thanks to wife's kidney exchange donation
One Colorado family is incredibly thankful for a paired kidney exchange program.
These 19 cooking pans could leach lead into your food, FDA warns
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
Norovirus cases rise ahead of holiday season, CDC data shows
Norovirus is the leading cause of vomiting, diarrhea and foodborne illness in the United States, according to the CDC.
ByHeart says all its baby formula could be tainted with botulism
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
Food safety expert shares food safety tips for your Thanksgiving dinner
As we get ready for Thanksgiving, food safety is a must to keep our guests safe. The CDC estimates that each year in the United States, 9 million people get sick, with about 56,000 hospitalizations, and 1,300 deaths associated with foodborne illness.
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Flock cameras lead Columbine Valley police to wrong suspect
Flock cameras led Columbine Valley police to a woman whom they accused of stealing a package, who then had to prove her own innocence by compiling her own evidence. After she did, the police chief said, "nicely done btw."
Denver promised Park Hill developer more land than previously revealed
Although the city agreed to give a developer 145 acres of land at Denver International Airport in exchange for the Park Hill Golf Course, the Mayor's Office quietly added 20 more acres, a CBS News Colorado investigation has found.
Ivermectin blamed for death; experts renew warnings about misuse of drug
The Douglas County coroner is reporting a woman died of "ivermectin toxicity," CBS News Colorado has learned. It's triggering renewed cautions about the different forms of ivermectin.
Mayor's office says city "will not be bullied" over building lease
The Denver Mayor's Office fired back at the Denver Post saying "We don't care how big of a corporation they are ... The City and County of Denver will not be bullied," after the Post stopped paying rent for the building downtown that's owned by the city of Denver.
Prosecutor calls firefighters "childish, foolish" but no criminal charges in incident
Prosecutors have decided no criminal charges will be filed against a pair of Aurora firefighters following a bizarre game of "chicken" that saw the firefighters run a police sergeant off the road.
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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.