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Thornton cow sanctuary robbed of $20k in equipment: "My heart just dropped"
On Oct. 29, more than $20,000 of equipment was stolen from Pay & Friends Inc. in Thornton. The Adams County Sheriff's Office says it has no leads on who could have done it, leaving the nonprofit to pick up the pieces.
Denver Public Schools enrollment drops, district says; net loss of immigrant students
The net loss of new-to-country students is clear and has an "acute effect" on DPS, district leaders said.
Loveland man pleads not guilty to arson in Alexander Mountain Fire
The 50-year-old Loveland man charged with starting last summer's destructive Alexander Mountain Fire has pleaded not guilty to all charges, which include arson and impersonating a police officer.
Nearly a foot of falls in parts of Colorado: see snow totals for Denver & other areas
The largest snowstorm so far this season on Colorado's Front Range came to an end on Wednesday night, and some impressive snow total results have come in from many different areas. In the hardest hit areas, snowfall numbers reached near a foot.
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Heavy snow heading for Colorado's high country
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Mayor: "Over my dead body" will he let Denver Summit FC be built elsewhere
Mayor Mike Johnston says he's going to do everything he can to keep the Denver Summit FC stadium in the city.
Pioneers to face UMN for U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame game at Ball Arena
Thanksgiving weekend will bring one of the biggest events in college sports to Denver. Two storied hockey programs will match up at Ball Arena on Saturday, Nov. 29.
DU holds annual "Teddy Bear Toss"
On Friday DU celebrated the launch of the Together for Colorado Toy Drive collection with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver members at the Pioneers hockey game at Magness Arena.
Paralympic gold medalist Paige Greco dies at 28
Paige Greco, who was born with cerebral palsy, won the first gold medal of the pandemic-delayed Tokyo Paralympics in 2021.
Denver Broncos fans make home away from home, in Houston
In this week's edition of "The Orange Zone," we visit a fan group more than a thousand miles away to experience fans making a home away from home.
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Family of Kaylee Russell 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.
Families in Denver metro area push back against sudden closure of Catholic school
This fall, the Archdiocese of Denver decided to close Saint Louis Catholic School in Louisville at the end of the school year. Parents claim the closure came as a surprise, and there was no communication with families prior to the decision. Now, they're appealing to the Vatican.
Engineers rescued after rockslide derails train in Colorado
Two engineers were rescued after a rockslide caused their train to derail and fall into the Gunnison River earlier this week.
Family of missing woman from Northern Colorado asks for the community's help finding her
The family of a woman in Northern Colorado is asking for the community's help in finding their daughter after she went missing last weekend.
Cold start and thick fog kick off Thursday along the Front Range
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
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Trump says he's planning land strikes on alleged drug traffickers "very soon"
President Trump said his administration could attack accused drug traffickers who traverse Latin America by land "very soon," which would mark an escalation in his anti-narcotics campaign.
Trump administration considering expanding travel ban to around 30 countries
The Trump administration is considering expanding its travel ban to around 30 countries in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers.
Honduran ex-president pardoned by Trump released from prison
President Trump's controversial pardon came as he is simultaneously ordering the bombing of boats in the Caribbean allegedly carrying drugs.
Feds promised "radical transparency" but withhold rural health fund info
Some state proposals would use funds from $50 billion rural health program to start drone delivery of medications or to bring telehealth to libraries, day cares and senior centers.
Democrats begin congressional probe of Kash Patel's use of FBI Gulfstream jet
House Democrats allege Patel has used the FBI's Gulfstream jet for a "date night" in Tennessee and an outing with friends in Texas.
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Equine herpes outbreak leaves vets warning of dangers
Veterinarians with Colorado State University's equine medical hospital are warning horse owners to be cautious amid an outbreak of equine herpes.
RFK Jr.'s vaccine attacks focus on aluminum, without scientific backing
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that the aluminum ingredients in vaccines cause a variety of harmful reactions, from allergies to autism. Scientists say that's wrong and warn of risks if they're removed.
Gym owner, 36, fights to crush milestones after surviving severe stroke
Donald "Frue" McAvoy and his fiancée were having a quiet day at home when his vision went black and his airway collapsed.
CDC website changes to include false claim about autism and vaccines
Multiple CDC officials familiar with the situation said the change was made by political appointees without input from relevant agency staffers.
Despite complaints of gaps in Medicare Advantage networks, enforcement is rare
Government documents show that federal regulators rarely warn plans that their networks of health providers are so skimpy they violate legal requirements.
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Denver budget woes deepen as major leaseholder stops paying rent
The city of Denver's largest tenant stopped making its monthly $650,000 rent payments to the city in August and with late charges, the leaseholder is now about $2 million behind in rent, according to an exclusive CBS News Colorado investigation.
New city elevator inspections called "money grab" by contractors
The Denver Fire Department has begun a new program, conducting elevator inspections in the city in what the department describes as "taking action to address a growing public safety crisis." But a private elevator inspection contractor says the city move will negatively impact elevator inspection companies in what he calls "100% a money grab."
Murder investigation in Lone Tree raises questions about public safety
A murder investigation at a Denver-area apartment complex left many in the community in the dark and questioning their safety.
New Denver parking protest system raises hackles
Denver City Council hopes a few positions can be restored to help provide stability to its parking magistrates.
"Poop Protest" over derelict Denver home leads to lawsuit
Neighbors of a dilapidated and vacant home on Denver's historic and picturesque 7th Avenue Parkway have taken their "poop protests" a step further, filing a civil lawsuit asking a Judge to either allow the house to be demolished or turned over to a third party.
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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.