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Waymo drives through farmer's market in Denver
A Waymo was caught on camera as it showed up at a farmers' market in Denver.
Douglas County deputies crack down on expired license plates
Deputies with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office in Colorado will begin "Operation Tag Sweep," which will put expired license plate registrations and tags in the spotlight.
3 people escape burning home after roof struck by lightning
Three people escaped a burning home in Douglas County after lightning struck the roof and ignited a fire.
Frisco breaks ground on affordable housing complex
The Bella is a 52-unit affordable housing community designed to expand housing opportunities for people living in Summit County.
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Rain chances continue Thursday and Friday before warmer weekend in Colorado
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Trump signs agreement giving U.S. broad military authority in Greenland
The U.S., Denmark and Greenland signed a new security agreement bolstering the United States' military and security presence on the island.
GOP senator asks Senate committee to subpoena Donald Trump Jr., Hunter Biden
GOP Sen. John Curtis of Utah asked a Senate panel to subpoena Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden for testimony as part of a probe into the "use of presidential family relationships" for private financial benefit.
In U.N. speech, Trump threatens to "annihilate" Iran and defends foreign policy
President Trump said he could "annihilate" Iran while predicting that Tehran would make a deal to end the war after the U.S. midterm elections.
Boebert denies allegation she had sexual relationships with staffers
Rep. Lauren Boebert is denying allegations that she had sexual relationships with current and former members of her congressional staff, calling the claims politically motivated and false.
Selling early access to Trump Truth Social posts is illegal, ex-prosecutors say
Trump Media & Technology recently launched a Truth Social API data feed, charging $100,000 for "real-time access to posts from the highest-ranking Truth Social accounts."
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Denver-based Floyd's 99 Barbershop celebrates 25 years in business
The company has now expanded to more than 140 stores across the nation, and its success is a far cry from the humble beginnings.
Private security guards dispatched to Colorado's largest mail sorting facility
The action comes only a few days before ballots in Colorado are set to go out by mail.
Crews close trail in Golden due to heavy bear activity
Municipal crews in Golden have closed a walking trail because of heavy bear activity.
Deion Sanders kicks several players off of his Colorado Buffaloes team
Colorado Buffaloes football coach Deion Sanders says he removed three players from the roster after what he called conduct that was detrimental to the team.
Colorado church building contaminated with meth sold for $1.3 million
A Northern Colorado church building that has served as a gathering place and resource for homeless people in Fort Collins is expected to be demolished and replaced after the Fort Collins Mennonite Fellowship sold the property for $1.3 million.
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Adams County Museum invites Coloradans to step back through history
The museum in Brighton on Henderson Road will be free for visitors on Saturday.
Gold Medal Orchard preserves over a century of historic apple varieties
Over 100 years ago, Colorado was one of the country's top apple producing states. The Gold Medal Orchard is working to preserve those historic apple varieties for generations to come.
Colorado 150 celebrated through the lens of photographer John Fielder
CBS Colorado Photojournalist Eric Blumer looked back on the legacy of the photographer John Fielder. John Fielder was famed for capturing the changing Colorado landscape through the lens of his camera.
From working Colorado ranch to growing suburb: Inside Sterling Ranch's transformation
From ranchland to suburbia in a short time, the fast-growing master-planned community of Sterling Ranch is only at a fifth of its full build-out, but its rapid development is shaping Douglas County's future.
Arrow Electronics developing cutting edge assistive technology
Colorado-based Arrow Electronics is one of the largest companies you've probably never heard of.
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81% of Coloradans live in ozone polluted areas, advocates asking for change
Clean air advocates are asking local and state leaders in Colorado to act on the unhealthy ozone levels and their impacts.
Rep. Pettersen wants to update Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
If passed, the legislation would expand eligibility for residents in 57 Colorado zip codes to get compensation based on a list of eligible diseases and cancers, and would include coverage for workers and residents known as "downwinders."
Health officials confirm first West Nile Virus case in Weld County
On Monday, health officials confirmed the first case of West Nile Virus found in Weld County this year.
Trump inks deal with 9 pharmaceutical companies to lower drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
Littleton substance abuse treatment center to lose Medicaid access
The president of New Beginnings Recovery Center says they were informed that their contract to serve members with Medicaid is expiring in February 2027.
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Paying $800 an hour for four lawyers sends Denver legal bills soaring
The city of Denver is paying four lawyers at an outside law firm as much as $800 an hour to defend the city in two employee lawsuits, despite being in a $200 million deficit.
Company watching closely as Congress considers delay to federal hemp ban
Colorado's hemp-derived THC industry could see major changes later this year, though a federal crackdown scheduled for November may be temporarily postponed.
Colorado cites White House email as key evidence in lawsuit against Trump administration
Attorneys for the State of Colorado say a newly uncovered White House email provides crucial evidence in their lawsuit alleging the Trump administration retaliated against the state over election policies and the prosecution of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
Spotters detect record number of lightning-caused wildfire starts in July
Colorado's wildfire fight is increasingly beginning from the air -- sometimes before a fire is even visible to the naked eye.
40 Bear Trail Bikes delivered amid ongoing questions
Some Coloradans who signed over their state tax credit for a free e-bike finally got their delivery.
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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.